4 days post op and I've advanced my diet

[LipstickLady 25,682]

This was supposed to be a good place to discuss everything about WLS and that is why I joined yestersay, but there are so many users who just jump all over anyone who makes the slightest mistake or unknowingly posts something that triggers a freaking avalanche of users. This isn't a discussion forum at all.

The definition of a discussion is an exchange of ideas and opinions. A discussion doesn't mean that we all have to agree or have the same opinion.

[Babbs 14,680]

However, if you can stomach things I really don't see a problem. Listen to your body. If you have a bad reaction, go back to liquids for a few days. Also ask your surgeon as well. Mine was fine with me exploring foods.

Listening to our bodies did so well for us before, we had to have WLS because we got so fat. I don't think we are very good at "listening to our bodies" when it comes to food. Just sayin'.

[Montana Gal 448]

@@CakesItUp, please be respectful. @@OutsideMatchInside and @@LipstickLady have lost 281 pounds between them. They are WLS veterans who have extensive knowledge and wisedom to pass onto others. I realize that it is hard to decipher the intent or emotion of a response through a computer or smartphone. What may seem like "cranky" advice or "troll" like behavior to you, could be lifesaving knowledge to others.

[CrowMilk 96]

However, if you can stomach things I really don't see a problem. Listen to your body. If you have a bad reaction, go back to liquids for a few days. Also ask your surgeon as well. Mine was fine with me exploring foods.

Listening to our bodies did so well for us before, we had to have WLS because we got so fat. I don't think we are very good at "listening to our bodies" when it comes to food. Just sayin'.

The whole point of going through phases with dieting is to let your stomach adjust to "new" foods as it heals. If you're not listening to your body during this time and figuring out what works and what doesn't, then what's the point of even having the surgery?

[theantichick 2,204]

The whole point of going through phases with dieting is to let your stomach adjust to "new" foods as it heals. If you're not listening to your body during this time and figuring out what works and what doesn't, then what's the point of even having the surgery?

Actually, as a registered nurse, I would say that the point of going through the phases of diet post-operatively is to allow the suture line to heal, and to allow the new structure of the stomach to slowly accommodate to the new functioning through gradual adaptation. Which is why the physicians give the diet progression instructions the way they do. Please see my post on the subject (link in my signature, "I'm not a doctor but...").

Once your surgeon has cleared you for a full diet, I agree that we all need to learn to eat more intuitively. But during the healing phases, it's more important to adhere to your surgeon's instructions to avoid infections, leaks, and other complications that can lead to more surgery, hospitalizations, and death.

[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

However, if you can stomach things I really don't see a problem. Listen to your body. If you have a bad reaction, go back to liquids for a few days. Also ask your surgeon as well. Mine was fine with me exploring foods.

Listening to our bodies did so well for us before, we had to have WLS because we got so fat. I don't think we are very good at "listening to our bodies" when it comes to food. Just sayin'.

The whole point of going through phases with dieting is to let your stomach adjust to "new" foods as it heals. If you're not listening to your body during this time and figuring out what works and what doesn't, then what's the point of even having the surgery?

Yeah maybe at the 4 to 6 week point, that is totally true. Not at 4 days.

There is no trial and error at 4 days.

Edited January 4, 2017 by OutsideMatchInside

[CrowMilk 96]

The whole point of going through phases with dieting is to let your stomach adjust to "new" foods as it heals. If you're not listening to your body during this time and figuring out what works and what doesn't, then what's the point of even having the surgery?

Actually, as a registered nurse, I would say that the point of going through the phases of diet post-operatively is to allow the suture line to heal, and to allow the new structure of the stomach to slowly accommodate to the new functioning through gradual adaptation. Which is why the physicians give the diet progression instructions the way they do. Please see my post on the subject (link in my signature, "I'm not a doctor but...").

Once your surgeon has cleared you for a full diet, I agree that we all need to learn to eat more intuitively. But during the healing phases, it's more important to adhere to your surgeon's instructions to avoid infections, leaks, and other complications that can lead to more surgery, hospitalizations, and death.

Yes, that is what I just said. The "new" foods in this scenario is starting with the Clear Liquids, making sure your new stomach can handle that, then moving on through each phase in the healing process.

When I talk about "listening to your body" I am not strictly talking about trying new foods, I am meaning with all things. If you are on full liquids but the broth you are eating makes you nauseous, listen to your body and don't eat that. That's what I am saying.

[CrowMilk 96]

However, if you can stomach things I really don't see a problem. Listen to your body. If you have a bad reaction, go back to liquids for a few days. Also ask your surgeon as well. Mine was fine with me exploring foods.

Listening to our bodies did so well for us before, we had to have WLS because we got so fat. I don't think we are very good at "listening to our bodies" when it comes to food. Just sayin'.

The whole point of going through phases with dieting is to let your stomach adjust to "new" foods as it heals. If you're not listening to your body during this time and figuring out what works and what doesn't, then what's the point of even having the surgery?

Yeah maybe at the 4 to 6 week point, that is totally true. Not at 4 days.

There is no trial and error at 4 days.

Not talking about trial and error here. Strictly talking about listening to your body in terms of what is working for what you CAN eat and what you cannot eat. If broth makes you nauseous then don't eat it. Listen to what your stomach is telling you in regards to foods that are making you sick. That's it.

[Babbs 14,680]

Not talking about trial and error here. Strictly talking about listening to your body in terms of what is working for what you CAN eat and what you cannot eat. If broth makes you nauseous then don't eat it. Listen to what your stomach is telling you in regards to foods that are making you sick. That's it.

Fair enough. And that's exactly what surgeons advise, also.

[CrowMilk 96]

Not talking about trial and error here. Strictly talking about listening to your body in terms of what is working for what you CAN eat and what you cannot eat. If broth makes you nauseous then don't eat it. Listen to what your stomach is telling you in regards to foods that are making you sick. That's it.

Fair enough. And that's exactly what surgeons advise, also.

Sorry if I came across as rude. I have a hard time thinking of the right words to use when trying to get my point across.

[sasharbinx 115]

Idk bout y'all but I've moved on! Deep breath and forward motion!

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