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I am about 2 1/2 months out and beef Jerky is pretty much the only way I get in decent Protein - I just make sure to drink more cause it's higher in sodium

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What is most interesting and amazing to me is the huge disparity in advice from "experts". I've got some news which I have discovered after 11 post op months...very few docs OR nutritionists have actually had this surgery. And there is precious little research on post op symnptoms, only on outcomes. So the medical literature simply does not support, "Don't eat X or there will be dire consequences!" See what YOUR body tolerates and does not tolerate, taking tiny samples of foods you feel you MUST have. Some of us are really fond of diet sodas. I've been drinking it since post op day 3. I have some tummy issues whether or not I drink it, and no matter WHAT I injest, food or drink. I have lost 95 pounds in almost one full year. I feel pretty great and I'm back exercising regularly for the first time in years. The angst and resentment involved in "swearing off" even small amounts of the things we love are harmful, not helpful, to your ongoing goal of eating in a healthy and sensible way. Relaaaaax a little, folks. Be cautious and careful and eat tiny and often, and the weight comes off. At least all this has been true for me.

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Layla- I totally agree! Perfect example is our hospital tray. Mine had red juice and a straw. Both supposed no nos. my dr, rn and NUT all tell me different caloric intakes but then tell me I'm losing too fast. I've been told 500-1200 calories. Then when I make goal 1800. Wtf?

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I'm 4 months out and in a stall... but you know what i'm ok and I eat little meals and know that it won't last forever. I have cheese Snacks and fruits but i have faultered on the vitimins... my bad I think this is part of my problem I'll do better and get thru this. I've lost 55 lbs feeling good.

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I am 3 months (4 next week) and my dr. has had surgery. I had my last visit with him a couple of weeks ago and he said Jerky is fine. His nutritional plan for me doesn't include steak or red meat until after 6 months, but he did green light the jerky. (no IDK why on the difference, but I go with what he says).

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