Well, this week is pretty much a loss in terms of healthy eating. I don't know WHAT the deal is. Stress (shouldn't my meds take care of that), the weather, not getting enough sleep...Whatever it is, I can't stay on track past 3pm. I'm wondering if I should even bother today! I'm so frustrated with myself and all it does is makes me want to eat even more. B: english muffin with PB and banana (already higher in calories than I like, but boy am I stuffed!) L: microwave meal (also higher in calories than I like...should pay better attention next time I shop) D: oh, who knows...maybe I'll pick up a salad at Jack-in-the-Box (got a coupon!) S: WELL, I already ate some cheese from something called a Crispani (really pretty gross) Exercise: Forget it Saturday I give myself permission not to count anything, and then Sunday, I vow to begin a perfect week. Pamela

I can eat a lot of certain things, but it all depends on the density of the food. There are certain foods that I can tell just by the look or the smell that will make me sick for hours: for example, canned tuna by itself, chicken or turkey that's a bit dry, or Chinese rice. I can eat a large salad, but I've been told that's because it compresses well. I have to say that a lot of times I stop eating because I think I should, not because I'm full. I don't eat bread - haven't had a sandwich since surgery, but I've eaten toast and if it's toasted really well I can get in almost a whole piece, if it's underdone, I won't get in much at all. I have eaten a whole bagel - took me about an hour but I ate it. I know that wasn't wise, but it was only once since my surgery. I wish I couldn't eat as much as I can. I also wish I could conquer the desire to turn to eating when I'm happy or sad or stressed..... Great topic Michelle!!! Hugs, Nancy

Janette!!! my go****s so good to see your post! My computer crapped out and I had to get a new one so this is the first time I've been on since before you went in for your surgery. I pray pray pray that what they did will get you back to where you need to be medically. What an ordeal you've been through and I'm so happy to hear you had a good day the day you posted this. I see that its been a week now since you posted that, I hope its only gotten better each day. Please update when you can, I think of you often and pray for you too. Hugs, Deejay

Thank you so much for your reply. I guess it depends on the type of RNY we had as well. Even though I can eat that much, I really still try to measure to keep myself from over doing it. Thanks for your resonse again!

I consume virtually all my water in the form of tea. Never a problem getting in LOTS of it either. I would have a struggle if I was trying to just drink plain water.... Irene