So I have a question...

I was banded on Wednesday and can transition to mushies this next Wednesday but my question is that I know Protein helps you stay full longer but what exactly do y'all suggest to eat during this healing stage to make sure I'm not overrating and staying fuller longer and getting all the protein I need??

First, to make sure that you're not overeating, start measuring your portions and tracking your calories. This is really important in the beginning, so you learn to stick with the smaller band size portions, and you don't exceed your allotted daily calorie intake. That being said, while you're on mushies, you will probably still need to fill in with one or two protein shakes per day. On mushies, it's difficult to get in a minimum of 60 grams, so the shakes fill in the gaps. Some people like to add unflavored protein powder to their mushy foods, but the bottom line is, you'll still need to lean on the protein powders or ready made drinks.

First' date=' to make sure that you're not overeating, start measuring your portions and tracking your calories. This is really important in the beginning, so you learn to stick with the smaller band size portions, and you don't exceed your allotted daily calorie intake. That being said, while you're on mushies, you will probably still need to fill in with one or two Protein shakes per day. On mushies, it's difficult to get in a minimum of 60 grams, so the shakes fill in the gaps. Some people like to add unflavored protein powder to their mushy foods, but the bottom line is, you'll still need to lean on the protein powders or ready made drinks.[/quote']

Thanks! I am definitely counting my calories and measuring what I am eating so I don't over eat

Beans, tofu, yogurt and even soft spread cheese are good Protein mushies

Protein shakes are definitely a good filler, some are as high as 30g protein per serving and will fill you right up

Mushie stage I lived on refried beans with cheese on top and a little red sauce 1/2 cup serving kept me full 4-5 hours. Also ricotta and spaghetti sauce and cottage cheese.