I am almost 5 weeks post op and have ventured out to a few restaurants. Can anybody give me ideals of healthy items that you order in restaurants?? Im having a hard time with this.

I just ask to order from kids menu. some places have kids steak. Texas Roadhouse

DOS 12/17/12

Don't think you can have salads at 5 weeks yet... Chicken' date=' steamed veggies, very small amounts of mashed potatoes, lean beef, Soup, chili...depends on what stage you're in[/quote']

I heard it's best to stay away from starchy food

Don't think you can have salads at 5 weeks yet... Chicken' date=' steamed veggies, very small amounts of mashed potatoes, lean beef, soup, chili...depends on what stage you're in[/quote']

I heard it's best to stay away starchy food

It is, but depending on your tolerance you may be able to have a little bit.

Re-Birthday: 2/27/13

There is a card that my surgeon gives us. They Just make sure to let us know its not accepted at all restaurants.

I am 5 weeks and 4 days post operation. I went out to eat with my girlies. I had scrambled egg, cottage cheese and a bite of Ham. I had water with lemon to drink. I took my time had great conversation and enjoyed myself:)

I am going on vacation soon and I need some suggestions on eating out , I will be going out of the country and not sure what to eat there in Spain and Portugal, maybe a lot of seafood , I guess.......I will be 10 weeks post op then....l

Marla, I always eat off the kids' menu. Chili's is the best bc you get 4oz grilled chicken and steamed broccoli for under $5!! I've never been out of the country, but you have a great idea there with seafood.

I am going on vacation soon and I need some suggestions on eating out ' date=' I will be going out of the country and not sure what to eat there in Spain and Portugal, maybe a lot of seafood , I guess.......I will be 10 weeks post op then....l[/quote']

I studied abroad 2 years ago. food in Europe is all fresh no preservatives and south better for you. In Spain on the coast they serve a lot of sea food so you should be fine. Just avoid the fried foods( not like ours but still fried ) and sweets and you'll so fine. Are you traveling anywhere else?

I went out at five weeks and had a cup of beer cheese soup and a bit of shrimp. I am now only six weeks but my surgeon upgraded my diet and I can now have regular food. I just know I need to be careful so I still will probably stick to the easy foods...at least for awhile..

I'm not even going to ask for a card. Most of the stuff on the kids menu isn't healthy at all. I'd rather just order what I want and have leftovers for a few days.

Re-Birthday: 2/27/13

Red lobster does have kids crab legs!!! But yeah, even my 8 year old usually orders off the adult menu cuz he doesn't want a cheeseburger or chicken nuggets....

I studied abroad 2 years ago. food in Europe is all fresh no preservatives and south better for you. In Spain on the coast they serve a lot of sea food so you should be fine. Just avoid the fried foods( not like ours but still fried ) and sweets and you'll so fine. Are you traveling anywhere else?

you are so right because I'm from germany and I didn't even put on any weight until I move to the States.

When I go out now, I always get a Caesar salad with no croutons and soup or seafood....

Really is there a such thing?

Yes.. During our pre-op education class.. We were given an response and restaurant card..I thought everyone received on as a Bariatric patient?

I never had to take a bariatric class .