My doc said I would need to watch carbs. Then, when I read some recipes on here, people use low fat as well. So, is it to each his own, or are we supposed to avoid carbs and fat? Just would like everyones take on this

I was told protein first, then veggies if you have room....

Some folks don't do any carbs. Others like myself do carbs in very small amounts. Alot of it depends on what your band can tolerate and what works best for you related to your weight loss. The doctor is correct about one thing....you really do have to watch how much carbs you are eating. They can be calorie laden and don't fill you up the way solid Protein does.

My Dr said protein 1st, fruits and veggies 2nd, carbs last. I rarely have room for carbs, and if I do its only about 3 bites. I can do wheat thins daily, but only 1/4 of a potato or brown rice once a week, bread or pasta 1x a month. I started cutting back on anything white well before WLS, so I was used to whole grain or whole wheat by the time I got banded. I dont miss carbs at all ! Good luck !!

My doc said I would need to watch carbs. Then, when I read some recipes on here, people use low fat as well. So, is it to each his own, or are we supposed to avoid carbs and fat? Just would like everyones take on this

I have had 3 dietitians but same doctor. They all have their own thoughts on the meal plans. #2 I liked the best. She said there are no, no-nos just be smart. #3 believes in totally eliminating foods for life. She doesn't believe in sf jello , oatmeal or protein bars just to name a few. Follow what you were told. Good luck.

Thanks everyone. For example, my doctor got irritated with me because I had greek yogurt for Breakfast (during one of our conversations at the fill). He said, "no, no....that's a slider food. you should be doing sausage and eggs for breakfast" That's all well and good, but of course, sausage is full of fat. And, I normally don't eat breakfast until I am hungry.

Your body, so I am told, needs fats but good ones, to burn storage. When you use fats, try to use olive oil, avocados , nuts.

Personally, once I am past the too tight stage in the morning, I will fry an egg in a dime size olive oil, cook one slice of bacon. Canadian is best for me, I was so presently surprised at how long I stayed full on a small high protein meal!

I was told no carbs. I didn't follow anyone else's receipes except what my nut instructed me to do. All of our bodies are different. Please follow your surgeons orders. Good luck