I'm actually starting my 4th week today. Taking a little vacay. Everyone's going for ice cream. I'm tempted. Any thoughts?

Is ice cream one of the foods you can have a little of? For me, it's like when an alcoholic says they can have one drink. One spoon of ice cream would make me lose my self control, therefore it wouldn't be worth it. Only you can know if you can handle it.

Also, my nutritionist encourages me to try "new foods" at home first. Not everything is as easy to digest!

During my 1st 6 months, I would occasionally eat 1 big tablespoon full of ice cream. I was on an 800 calorie diet, so I had to be careful about what I ate.

<p>Is ice cream one of the foods you can have a little of? For me, it's like when an alcoholic says they can have one drink. One spoon of ice cream would make me lose my self control, therefore it wouldn't be worth it. Only you can know if you can handle it. </p> <p> </p> <p>Also, my nutritionist encourages me to try "new foods" at home first. Not everything is as easy to digest!</p>

I'm not sure my tummy can handle it. I had Greek yogurt this morning cafe mocha flavor. It was incredibly sweet. I've been told there's sugar free vanilla. I'll try that maybe. I guess I'll just try it and see what happens. If I can't handle it I'll know immediately.

Check out the blog, The World According to Eggface--- there are recipes for protein ice cream!

Enjoy! and let us know if it was delicious!

Frozen bananas...chop them up and freeze them. Then whirl them until smooth and creamy. A good substitute.

There are many recipes online as well,

http://www.pinterest.com/zissa/clean-eating-ice-creams-and-sorbet-recipes/

Four weeks out, I wouldn't want to start adding all that sugar and carbs.

I admit that 2 months ago, I tried ice cream, and it took me two months to stop having some 2-3 times a week after that. Potato chips and ice cream stalled me for two months. I could've been to goal.

I say...why start with that stuff so soon? Later on down the road, sure, have a little. But I'd stay true to the Protein plan at your very early stage. Don't you want this VSG to be a true success...even early on?

PS: Ice cream is a slider food. Next thing you know, you'll have slowly ingested half a pint without even knowing it.

Edited August 9, 201411 yr by Dr-Patient

I didn't actually have the ice cream. Opted for the sugar free ice pop when we got back instead. Thanks for all the suggestions.

The journey continues.

I've had ice cream - just be sure to count them in with your calories

I am not a sweets person, but my one sweet favorite was ice cream. Now I can't handle more than a few tablespoons without vomiting. Eeeek! I don't even miss it.

I have a huuuuuuge sweet tooth!! I actually received this advice from another sleeved. There is a machine called a Yonanas, it basically turns frozen fruit into a frozen yogurt consistency! It's amazing!! My favorite is strawberry banana. Highly recommended, you can order it on amazon, I have also seen it a Walmart and Bed Bath and Beyond. Awesome substitute for ice cream!

Look into getting a Yonana machine

I had a spoonful of butter pecan ice cream today. It was actually underwhelming. Ice cream has never really been an issue for me so I don't see it becoming a regular thing.