LapBand Food Stages Lists Suggestions

marg · April 22, 2006

oh yes and stay clear of any fruit juices they are still high in natural sugars, the occaisional is ok , but start as you mean to go on ,

a little confesion though did have some chocolate over the easter hols !!!

oops !!!! an extra hours brisk walk and 50 sits should help resolve that a little !!!(i hope )

YeeHaw · April 22, 2006

I have a question. I am so tired. I mean really tired. Like I said before I am on Clear Liquids for 2 weeks. I can't do this for that long. I am not hungry I just feel horrible. I want to make a protien shake so bad. I have read and it seems that skim milk is ok. So here is what I am thinking. 1 lowfat yogurt, 1 scoop of soy protien, some ice and some skim milk. Blend for a long time and drink slowly. How could this be so bad? I do not want to do anything to damage my band but I need something to make me feel alive. Please help me.

Kat817 · April 22, 2006

Hi, if it is the Protein you are wanting, for the energy boost, you can get zero carb Isopure. It is in glass bottles similar to the Sobe drinks, I bought mine at GNC. It is a 20 ounce bottle, and has 40 g. of protein. It also comes in several flavors. I tested it so I would know what to have for after surgery and I found it a bit tart, but I stirred in a bit of Splenda, and blended it with a few ice cubes, and it was fine! If you are going to be on the clear diet for awhile longer you can also order unflavored Unjury powder, and add it to broths, Jello, or anything you choose, and it has 20 g. protein per scoop. From what I have read you don't want to stress your tummy as it heals, but you need your protein, so maybe these would help. I order the unjury at www.unjury.com I have tried the vanilla and the chocolate but never the strawberry. I order it and it is delivered in 2-3 days, very fast!

I hope you feel better soon!

Kat

marg · April 22, 2006

well i was told to have slim fast im not sure where you are im in england , but im sure you get slimfast all over the world ???you need your protien , slimfast has everything you need in it not into messing quick and simple , Vitamins and minerals they are essential in your diet especially at this stage the last thing you need it to be feeling like you have no energy i also got myself some liquided based minerals and vitamins by sevenseas ?? where are u from , marg xx

marg · April 22, 2006

I have a question. I am so tired. I mean really tired. Like I said before I am on clear liquids for 2 weeks. I can't do this for that long. I am not hungry I just feel horrible. I want to make a protien shake so bad. I have read and it seems that skim milk is ok. So here is what I am thinking. 1 lowfat yogurt, 1 scoop of soy protien, some ice and some skim milk. Blend for a long time and drink slowly. How could this be so bad? I do not want to do anything to damage my band but I need something to make me feel alive. Please help me.

it will be fine , maybe just try the soy protien and the skimed milk and not the yogurt to begin with

JenWillwin · April 23, 2006

Does anyone know if you lose more weight on solid foods with a fill then you do on the liquid diet without a fill?

patlong · April 23, 2006

Ahhh, you know, it's great to be able to read all this information about the Lap_Band and it's diet; please keep up the good work. And, DylansMom, thanks for the suggested foods, at least this way I will have an idea of what I should stock up on before I head to the hospital for the procedure. I have this feeling I am not going to be wanting to do much shopping AFTER the surgery.

Celeste · April 25, 2006

Where does dairy fit into this awesome scheme of things. Like milk... categorized as a Protein?

minnie · May 19, 2006

I have just registered and found your posting very interesting.

Unfortunately my dietician did not give me any useful info as what to eat - most importantly she did not emphasize the need to eat a good quantity of Proteins.

Coming from Europe I have a problem understanding what cup size means. Can you please translate it into ounces or Fluid ounces? :help:

Very many thanks,

Minnie

lovechunks · May 20, 2006

Minnie: A cup is usually 8 ozs.

minnie · May 20, 2006

Many Thanks

Minnie:)

Pinkylee · July 25, 2006

Anyone try couscous? I've seen postings on problems with grits, but I can't find anything on couscous.

I know to keep it in very small amounts due to calories, but is it a big PB or golfball culprit like rice or grits sometimes are?:confused:

RTWISDALE · July 25, 2006

Shrinking Violet,

Your write that mean potatos, Pasta, rice, bread and everything else that is good.

Bigjock2 · August 3, 2006

hey Guys,

I had my surgery in February of 2006 and there are times when I still have trouble eating solid foods and I seem to be throwing up a lot no matter how well I chew my food....the reason I'm concerned is that when i do throw it back up the food is not in chunks but very much like a liquid. Is this normal or should I go back to the dr. It's strange in that some days i have troubles and somedays I don't and it doesn't seem to have a ryhme or reason for the difficulties.