April 3 here! Starting my liquid diet 03/20/23 Any rec’s on what to stock up on? * I’m Vegan* :/

3 hours ago, Chloe Zoe said:

Hi, friend. I had bypass on the 11th and I'm definitely still struggling with some fatigue and light-headedness, although starting on soft foods has definitely helped. Are you meeting your Protein goals? I don't think I would be close to mine without my one Protein Shake that I throw in some Decaf iced coffee in the morning. Did they have you stop your Trulicity after surgery? That would definitely account for your numbers going up. I stalled weight loss wise for a few days too and then saw a big drop yesterday. I hope sincerely that your lightheadedness goes away and your energy comes back very soon. ❤️

Edit: "I stalled" not "installed"

I am about 75% of the way to my 60 gram a day protein goal most days. There is a 3:1 protein to veggie bite rule…3 bites of protein to 1 bite of veggie or fruit. So this way if you get full you will have eaten more of the protein. I am currently off of all diabetes medicine including trulicity. Fingers crossed it will stay that way.

On 03/19/2023 at 22:36, Phoenix_fly said:

April 11th for me

Mine too. How are you fairing?

New to the group, had my Bypass on the 7th, I’ve lost 17lbs since.

2 hours ago, Shanna NYC said:

Mine too. How are you fairing?

Up and down, but mostly up. My hormones got the best of me the first week and I did a lot of crying and even some feeling sorry for myself. Now I'm just fighting exhaustion. I feel like if I can get my strength back I can conquer the world, but taking it day be day. I appreciate you asking! How are you doing so far?

Edited April 21, 20233 yr by Chloe Zoe

14 minutes ago, Chloe Zoe said:

Up and down, but mostly up. My hormones got the best of me the first week and I did a lot of crying and even some feeling sorry for myself. Now I'm just fighting exhaustion. I feel like if I can get my strength back I can conquer the world, but taking it day be day. I appreciate you asking! How are you doing so far?

Awww. I’m sure - it’s quite an emotional journey and so much going on for the body and mind. Baby steps is all it’s going to be about now.
I’m doing pretty alright. Def much better week 2 in the pain dept. Trying to get closer to protein and water goals with each passing day. I struggle with artificial sugar tastes. I’m on puréed and getting very bored with how limited it is (for my program at least), though I had excitement when I came across a recipe for baked ricotta and it was absolutely delicious. Hoping my appts coming up next week advance me to soft foods.

On 4/19/2023 at 5:57 PM, Mmartin556 said:

How is your recovery going? I had the sleeve 2 days ago and recovery feels great. Just slight shoulder soreness

Sorry to hear about your shoulder I hope it is feeling better today! I have been feeling fine, just one spot on the right side of my tummy is sore if I lay on it for too long. I have been REALLY struggling with trying to meet my liquid and protein goals though. I am a very picky eater. I tried about a month or so before surgery to find protein drinks that I could stand (I HATE milk!!!). I found a few but now I really don't like them either. I've started my puree part of my diet and found out that I still do not like eggs, cream of wheat, or tofu. I've been trying to disguise my protein powder in my applesauce and yogurt. Did you find a way to sneak in more liquid? Between not having it 30 minutes before you eat and after you eat five times a day really limits the amount of time you have! I don't think I'm awake enough hours in the day

10 hours ago, Shanna NYC said:

Mine too. How are you fairing?

I have been feeling fine, just one spot on the right side of my tummy is sore if I lay on it for too long. I have been REALLY struggling with trying to meet my liquid and protein goals though. I am a very picky eater. I tried about a month or so before surgery to find protein drinks that I could stand (I HATE milk!!!). I found a few but now I really don't like them either. I've started my puree part of my diet and found out that I still do not like eggs, cream of wheat, or tofu. I've been trying to disguise my protein powder in my applesauce and yogurt. Did you find a way to sneak in more liquid? Between not having it 30 minutes before you eat and after you eat five times a day really limits the amount of time you have! I don't think I'm awake enough hours in the day

Just had my Roux en Y yesterday. I’m in minimal pain. Been walking since yesterday a couple hrs after surgery. Just on water and will be released today. I also had a hernia repair.

Had my sleeve done at NYU yesterday, being discharged today. Has been blissfully uneventful - I’m worried it’s gonna hit when I get home!

Just water so far - good luck to everyone else!

4 hours ago, kkomejko said:

I have been feeling fine, just one spot on the right side of my tummy is sore if I lay on it for too long. I have been REALLY struggling with trying to meet my liquid and Protein goals though. I am a very picky eater. I tried about a month or so before surgery to find Protein Drinks that I could stand (I HATE milk!!!). I found a few but now I really don't like them either. I've started my puree part of my diet and found out that I still do not like eggs, cream of wheat, or tofu. I've been trying to disguise my Protein Powder in my applesauce and yogurt. Did you find a way to sneak in more liquid? Between not having it 30 minutes before you eat and after you eat five times a day really limits the amount of time you have! I don't think I'm awake enough hours in the day

I actually love milk, but so many protein shakes taste awful to me. The one I’m tolerating is Fairlife Nutrition Plan in chocolate. But just after surgery even that tasted so gross to me. Took me a few days to finally be able to tolerate it again. Eggs aren’t part of my puréed stage and by most of my paperwork neither is cream of wheat since it’s mostly carbs. I’ve been mixing applesauce w plain Greek yogurt, having cottage cheese, and puréed lentil or black bean soup. Plain water is just fine by me at any temp which I’m so happy for because I can’t stand the Crystal light, Wylers light or any other sugar free mix in. The one thing I’m missing most is coffee because I don’t like black coffee. And skim milk doesn’t help lol. Water still isn’t at the levels it should be, but I’m just trying to get a little better with each day. I might have to wake up earlier to get those goals in because I agree the timing doesn’t allow to get it all in.

12 hours ago, Shanna NYC said:

Awww. I’m sure - it’s quite an emotional journey and so much going on for the body and mind. Baby steps is all it’s going to be about now.
I’m doing pretty alright. Def much better week 2 in the pain dept. Trying to get closer to Protein and Water goals with each passing day. I struggle with artificial sugar tastes. I’m on puréed and getting very bored with how limited it is (for my program at least), though I had excitement when I came across a recipe for baked ricotta and it was absolutely delicious. Hoping my appts coming up next week advance me to soft foods.

I made a delicious single serve broccoli with chicken soup all puréed! Message me if you want the recipe.

5 hours ago, kkomejko said:

I have been feeling fine, just one spot on the right side of my tummy is sore if I lay on it for too long. I have been REALLY struggling with trying to meet my liquid and Protein goals though. I am a very picky eater. I tried about a month or so before surgery to find Protein Drinks that I could stand (I HATE milk!!!). I found a few but now I really don't like them either. I've started my puree part of my diet and found out that I still do not like eggs, cream of wheat, or tofu. I've been trying to disguise my Protein Powder in my applesauce and yogurt. Did you find a way to sneak in more liquid? Between not having it 30 minutes before you eat and after you eat five times a day really limits the amount of time you have! I don't think I'm awake enough hours in the day

I think my surgeon is not the norm because she doesn’t allow any protein drinks or powders with starting 60g protein per day. All drinking is water only with none 30 min before and after meals. I typically am able to get in almost 15-20g per meal depending on what it is. I count my prep time or go for a short slow walk before or after. No processed food of any kind and eating actual food starting day four. First couple days were tough but doing much better with it now at day 9 since surgery. I measure everything and read every label. Each meal goal is 3-4 oz of protein and 4 oz of steamed veggie 2x a day/ fruit 1x a day. Was surprised that no sugar applesauce had 13g of sugar vs 4oz of apple has 8g no skin and diced up with high protein Greek yougut and cinnamon…yum! You’ve got this! Hope this helps.?

14 hours ago, Ckpodo80 said:

New to the group, had my Bypass on the 7th, I’ve lost 17lbs since.

Congratulations! How are you feeling?

On 04/21/2023 at 12:42, trishrivs said:

Had my sleeve done at NYU yesterday, being discharged today. Has been blissfully uneventful - I’m worried it’s gonna hit when I get home!

Just Water so far - good luck to everyone else!

Congrats! I’m having my RNY at NYU (acronyms!) next week! Which surgeon did you work with? I’m with Dr. Tchokouani who was very calm, friendly and attentive at our meeting. I hope the healing goes well!

16 hours ago, Jmfpeterson said:

I think my surgeon is not the norm because she doesn’t allow any Protein Drinks or powders with starting 60g Protein per day. All drinking is Water only with none 30 min before and after meals. I typically am able to get in almost 15-20g per meal depending on what it is. I count my prep time or go for a short slow walk before or after. No processed food of any kind and eating actual food starting day four. First couple days were tough but doing much better with it now at day 9 since surgery. I measure everything and read every label. Each meal goal is 3-4 oz of protein and 4 oz of steamed veggie 2x a day/ fruit 1x a day. Was surprised that no sugar applesauce had 13g of sugar vs 4oz of apple has 8g no skin and diced up with high protein Greek yougut and cinnamon…yum! You’ve got this! Hope this helps.?

I cut up an apple put it my Ninja blender and basically made my own applesauce - wow, it actually came out really good!! Thanks for the great idea!