Hey had my surgery 2/14 and am trying to find good movie Snacks that are fine after bariatric. I am not trying to "regular " snack just for when I go to the movies to deter me from getting popcorn or soda. I have found a few recipes online but am wondering if anyone has insight.

Hey try protein chips, there are several types investigate.

Snacking while watching movies is probably not the best idea. You'll be eating mindlessly and it will be really easy for you to overeat. If you struggle with the oral habit, perhaps you can try chewing gum..? If you must eat something, maybe make it something that you'll have to eat slowly... Beef jerky, maybe?

String cheese was one of my faves in the early months. I like trying to make the thinnest long string, it's fun, it melts in your mouth, has protein and calcium, and time consuming to eat (i.e. Keeps me busy) but most importantly, it's good for the early stages on most programs.

I would really try to adjust your behaviors with this; it's going to be more beneficial in the long run to disconnect the association you have between watching movies and eating. (and that goes for anything; I had to temporarily quit drinking in bars way back when because I wanted to quit smoking and that was one of my "triggers").

If it were me, if the theater has a Coke Freestyle machine with no-sugar, non carbonated options I would get something that fits that criteria in the largest size they have and spend the movie catching up on your hydration. If not, I'd probably get a big cup of ice water and put some powdered or liquid sugar free drink mix in it if water isn't your thing.

I went to the movies recently with my family and didn’t want to feel left out. I understand the habit of mindlessly consuming is what needs to change, but I also believe the grief we feel at no longer participating in these social activities can derail us. The ultimate goal is to realize that not participating does not mean being left out, but this comes with time for many of us. So how do we deal along the way?

I decided to get a bottle of water while at the theater and took some sugar free cinnamon discs to suck on while watching. I felt like I was included, but still responsible. By the end of the movie, I only had two pieces. As we were walking out, I realized I am capable of changing the narrative of “going o the movies” while not cheapening the experience. I’m not promoting mindless eating. I’m promoting healing and learning how to kick old habits. If you’re one of those people who has to quit cold turkey, then this might not work for you.

Other ideas: sugar free suckers, bring packets of SF flavoring for your water, mini packs of peanuts or a pack of protein snacks like cheese cubes, ham, etc. Good luck! ?

I am not trying to mindlessly eat. My mother and I occasionally have movie days where we will see 2-3 movies back to back. I eventually get hungry and also have some medicine I have to take with food. I have been muddling through with a hotdog no bun and still only eat half. Also I typically stick to ice water so I can crunch ice. I was looking at potentially making like salami chips or roasted chickpeas or something of that nature.

I was simply looking for a suggestion of something I could take in my purse with me that didn't need a refrigerator or to be heated to enjoy when I do get hungry.

6 hours ago, Kris Poole said:

I was simply looking for a suggestion of something I could take in my purse with me that didn't need a refrigerator or to be heated to enjoy when I do get hungry.

You can take anything. If it's just for a few hours, nothing is going to go bad. The texture might change - dairy products get a little softer when they're room temperature. But, it's not going to make you sick. So, take whatever you want.

On 4/17/2023 at 5:01 PM, Kris Poole said:

I am not trying to mindlessly eat. My mother and I occasionally have movie days where we will see 2-3 movies back to back. I eventually get hungry and also have some medicine I have to take with food. I have been muddling through with a hotdog no bun and still only eat half. Also I typically stick to ice Water so I can crunch ice. I was looking at potentially making like salami chips or roasted chickpeas or something of that nature.

I was simply looking for a suggestion of something I could take in my purse with me that didn't need a refrigerator or to be heated to enjoy when I do get hungry.

There are a few brands of "cheese crisps" that are basically cheese that has been baked or freeze-dried to resemble a chip/crisp (I know we have a lot of people from all over so I'm saying it's a crispy, thin thing like the US calls "chips"). They're made of just cheese and seasonings so they don't have any carbs to speak of and have a little protein and I find them much more appealing than the "protein chips" which I feel have a really off-putting texture. The bag is generally small and purse-sized as well.

I know one brand of that sort of thing is "Moon Cheese" and they sell them in the snack section at Starbucks but there are several brands out there. Taco Bell was even making spicy ones for a bit that I got at the grocery store.

Oh that reminds me of one of my favorite snacks in the beginning. Baked (or air fryer) cheese crisps of whatever your favorite cheese is. They are easy to make, thin and crispy, 100% cheese. They are stable at room temperature in an airtight container for a few days. Just make sure you use parchment paper so it doesn't stick at all. They went great with hummus.

https://www.simplystacie.net/cheese-chips/