I'm approaching my third week post op. Everything had been going well. I have been on a liquid diet for the three weeks. I've been taking in my liquids just fine.

Today was my dietitian appointment. I was skipping to my appointment because I knew today is the day that she would allow me to eat mushy food in addition to my liquids. She said I can eat refried Beans, substitute eggs, cottage cheese, and yogurt. But I can only have TWO TABLESPOONS of it per meal. My mouth dropped. I assumed that I would be able to eat up to 2-2 and a half ounces. But is the two tablespoons normal at this stage?

I had the 2 tablespoons of fried beans. I def think i could have had 2 more.

So a question here..... I am about 14 days out and I can eat literally 4 oz of food, pureed with no problem, three times. It was pureed chicken with low sodium mexican salsa. I'm worried if I am stretching my sleeve out? Or doing damage I shouldn't be? I get full with it and I stop. My NUT pretty much said, eat what you can within a 20 min period slowly. When you feel feel stop. I do 4 - 4.5 oz of food. I am only doing 800 - 900 cals of food a day. Is this bad? I'm worried now.

Different programs just have different rules. But to be 2 weeks out and eating 4oz at a time does seem a little much to me. But im sure the veterans can pitch in.

At day 20 im still drinking Protein shakes and now eating two table spoons of food at a time. I think I'm getting in just under 400 calories a day. This is where I'll be for another two weeks.

listen to your doctor, but I can finish a container of greek yogurt at 2.5 weeks out. Take small bites and give enough time for the bite to be in your stomach before you take another bite. If you feel any discomfort, stop. It seems that I am able to eat a little more with each day. I finished 3 oz of broiled fish and a teaspoon of hummus today. I wouldn't have been able to eat half of that a week ago. Last night I had a scrambled egg and a tablespoon of guacamole. A few days ago, I couldn't eat more than half an egg.

I think you'll find it's harder than you think at first to even finish 2 tablespoons. I'm nearly 5 weeks out and only barely able to eat an entire deli slice of turkey (thin sliced).

listen to your doctor, but I can finish a container of greek yogurt at 2.5 weeks out. Take small bites and give enough time for the bite to be in your stomach before you take another bite. If you feel any discomfort, stop. It seems that I am able to eat a little more with each day. I finished 3 oz of broiled fish and a teaspoon of hummus today. I wouldn't have been able to eat half of that a week ago. Last night I had a scrambled egg and a tablespoon of guacamole. A few days ago, I couldn't eat more than half an egg.

Wow you are allowed to have fish, hummus, and guacamole 2 weeks out. How awesome is that. I would love some fish

I had my 2 week followup and wasn't having any problems, so the doc OKed me for soft foods and said to just take it slow. I haven't had trouble with anything I've tried, but I am being careful with texture. I know every doctor is different. Some people are on clears for 2 weeks, some people are on soft foods from day 2. If you want something spicy, try some Mr. and Mrs. T's bloody mary mix. It hit the spot for me when I was on liquids and was sick of sweet stuff.

I just think I have one of the most conservative programs in the country lol. I won't be approved for meat for 5 weeks. And when I'm cleared I will only be allowed to eat about an ounce.

So a question here..... I am about 14 days out and I can eat literally 4 oz of food, pureed with no problem, three times. It was pureed chicken with low sodium mexican salsa. I'm worried if I am stretching my sleeve out? Or doing damage I shouldn't be? I get full with it and I stop. My NUT pretty much said, eat what you can within a 20 min period slowly. When you feel feel stop. I do 4 - 4.5 oz of food. I am only doing 800 - 900 cals of food a day. Is this bad? I'm worried now.

I was eating more than 2 tbsp of yogurt in the hospital. Just really slow. Also I was able to have 1/2 to 1 cup of Greek yogurt for a meal. I just ate really slow. You're eating about like I'm eating and I'm sticking to my doctors and NUTs menu to a T. So ni, don't worry, we're just fine!

My dietician requires post op patients to give up yogurt after month 6. I understand her reasoning, but it's hard to give up one of the few foods you see as a treat. It is a slider food (easy to use to eat around your sleeve, doesn't fill you up for very long). However, I find it to be a better choice versus sugar free pudding when I really need something sweet. The yogurt I was using was the 0% Fage.

Also, I don't see a problem including it in your meal plan if you are staying within your calorie, carb, and Protein guidelines.

I think dietitians (nutritionists) need to realize that some requirements should really just be recommendations. Certain rules (like the no yogurt requirement) are not a one size fits all.

My dietician requires post op patients to give up yogurt after month 6. I understand her reasoning, but it's hard to give up one of the few foods you see as a treat. It is a slider food (easy to use to eat around your sleeve, doesn't fill you up for very long). However, I find it to be a better choice versus sugar free pudding when I really need something sweet. The yogurt I was using was the 0% Fage.

Glad I haven't had to give up yogurt! It's my go-to afternoon snack. On workout days, I mix in a little granola, since it's the last thing I eat before my workout. That way I'm getting Protein and a little carbs to fuel my workouts.

I agree that it is silly to eliminate it entirely if you are fitting it into your daily ranges, since it's a very good source of protein with very view calories. The yogurt I eat has 12 grams of protein and only 80 calories. Seems like a good protein bargain so to speak.

So a question here..... I am about 14 days out and I can eat literally 4 oz of food, pureed with no problem, three times. It was pureed chicken with low sodium mexican salsa. I'm worried if I am stretching my sleeve out? Or doing damage I shouldn't be? I get full with it and I stop. My NUT pretty much said, eat what you can within a 20 min period slowly. When you feel feel stop. I do 4 - 4.5 oz of food. I am only doing 800 - 900 cals of food a day. Is this bad? I'm worried now.

Talk to your nutritionist. Goals/nutrition needs will vary not only program to program, but also for men vs women. For the record you are eating what I probably couldn't eat until about 4 weeks out. Even at 6 mths my calories are probably lower than most.

My dietician requires post op patients to give up yogurt after month 6. I understand her reasoning, but it's hard to give up one of the few foods you see as a treat. It is a slider food (easy to use to eat around your sleeve, doesn't fill you up for very long). However, I find it to be a better choice versus sugar free pudding when I really need something sweet. The yogurt I was using was the 0% Fage.

Also, I don't see a problem including it in your meal plan if you are staying within your calorie, carb, and Protein guidelines.

I think dietitians (nutritionists) need to realize that some requirements should really just be recommendations. Certain rules (like the no yogurt requirement) are not a one size fits all.

That is an odd requirement. I have always eaten yogurt. If my nutritionist told me that we would have to have a really long conversation. I agree, I prefer Fage as a dessert over a pudding with artificial ingredients and fake sugar any day of the week.

Enjoy it. Relish these times of only 2 tblsp. and enjoy the continuing weight loss.

I wish I was only able to tolerate that much now because I'm hanging out at a 'new normal' of 186-189.8 [okay, 190], as I am able to eat more than I think I should, and certainly more than I want. As an old gospel song says, "take me back..." to the place...where I could only eat two spoonfuls!!"]

Don't worry; your day will come when you will be able to eat more. But hey...don't sweat these days. be happy for them.

Adkins shakes are the best!! 15g of protein and only 150 cal and 2 carbs.

Best thing if all you want is protein is Isopure. It's sold at GNC. 20oz drink has 40g of protein, 0 sugar, 0 carbs and 160 calories. They have 5 or 6 different flavors..... It's like gatorade