My program said at least 60 grams, not 80. I know I've mentioned it before, but I like the south beach protein bars that are 19g of protein in a bar. They are a Meal replacement and I usually will replace breakfast with that. I eat the low fat colby jack string cheese too. I like thin sliced deli meat or a ham and cheese sandwhich. For additional work lunch ideas: I like the microwavable vegatable and beef soups, they are easy and ready in 2 minutes. They have some protein, natural vitamins in the vegetables, and I find the broth soothing on my pouch. I also like to bring fresh fruit like grapes, cherries or the like. No protein, but they sure taste good! If you like ****tail shrimp, they are high in protein, and low in fat. I buy them pealed deveined, and frozen, then thaw as many as I need out by running under cool water, and then dip them in ****tail sauce. I can't stand tuna, so this is a good omega-3 source for me. Good luck all-- Dave

I have received conflicting info on how to eat during the after care program. I feel much more hungry than I used to so I really need to settle into a long term program. Breakfast lunch and dinner? Breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner? What is everyone doing?

My doctor's aftercare program strictly prohibits snacking between meals. I know they have their reasons, but getting in all the protein with 3 meals is rough! I guess it's time for me to talk to my nutritionist about it. Boar's Head makes a yummy deli chicken that I like to eat sliced, too. Thanks! Nicole

I did some calculations and I'm not quite hitting 80g of protein each day, including a 40g protein drink supplement. All of my meals are protein-rich, so I think I need some new food ideas. What do you all do to get in your protein? Nicole

Hi Vivian, I can totally relate!!!! I have a hard time trying new foods too! Some days I just eat my yogurt, popsicles and protein bullet, because I don't want to upset anything and get sick. I feel sick to my stomach allot and never know how long it will last. At first I thought I was crazy, because everyone else was eating all different kinds of things, what was wrong with me? I guess it just takes some of us longer to heal..... also I would rather have a hard time and be cautious about what I eat, than be able to eat everything in sight!!!! Who knows if I would have lost very much by now if I could eat almost everything I want!!! So I guess we will just have to take it easy for awhile longer. Take Care Sister!!!! Christina