Protein Only

[drumking88 10]

My surgeon says that following surgery we can eat only Protein. They said that avoidance of carbs is the main part of losing weight. So no fruit or veggies. So I'm wondering what else I can eat besides meat and cheese. I see people on here saying that they're having yogurt or chili and I don't see how because everything I find has carbs in it. Eating all this meat and cheese sometimes leaves me feeling weighed down even though it's only a couple ounces at a time. Any suggestions?

[WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,443]

The general rule of thumb after bariatric surgery is to eat Protein, produce and Fiber in that order. I won't comment on your surgeon's advice, but if the practice has an RD on staff, I'd made an appointment to see that person fast.

[aelovelady 243]

My surgeon never said that. I am to eat, Protein, then fruits and veg, then carbs. Absolutely no calories from liquids. The reason for eating carbs last is that that you will already be filling up and won't have much room left. I have eaten absolutely everything I have wanted after 7 weeks post op. I reached my goal weight at 16 1/2 months.

[lachellove 486]

I would see a NUTRITIONIST ... I'm allowed to have 80-100g Protein, now I am able to do 700-900cal (although I only make it to 400-600 on most days) 60g carbs and 20g sugar I'm 7months out my diet plan has starch (potatoes,toast, etc no Pasta rice) veggies and fruit. Every doc is different .. And they might say it because you might not have room for anything else..

[Threetimesacharm 1,400]

During my major weight loss phase I ate predominantly high Protein foods: fish, turkey, chicken, cottage cheese, yogurt and cheeses. I did start to eat small quantities of non-starchy vegetables. I also have started to eat Beans now but did not during weight loss, as you said chili is very high in carbs. Be careful eating Pasta, rice and bread. I have found that carbs do create cravings and if I indulge in say too much potato; well I just want more! I don't eat bread pasta or rice and don't plan on it.

[James Marusek 5,244]

The advantage to chili is that you can pick up the Protein from the hamburger meat and also the Protein from the kidney Beans. I would find that a protein only diet may be somewhat difficult to endure. Mixing food groups adds flavor to the meal.

Milk is another food that contains protein. So is fish. tuna fish is nice.

I suspect that following this diet to the tee might pose several other problems such as Constipation because you would not consume Fiber.< /p>

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

My surgeon says that following surgery we can eat only Protein. They said that avoidance of carbs is the main part of losing weight. So no fruit or veggies. So I'm wondering what else I can eat besides meat and cheese. I see people on here saying that they're having yogurt or chili and I don't see how because everything I find has carbs in it. Eating all this meat and cheese sometimes leaves me feeling weighed down even though it's only a couple ounces at a time. Any suggestions?

I avoid starches and added sugars, not all carbs.

I choose yogurts, etc. with the highest Protein to carb ratio. Danon Light and Fit Greek, Fage, etc.