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I didn't expect how my body and mind react to food now. use to eat even when i wasn't hungry, i remember times i eat even when i was full. Now i feel like i am forcing my self to eat. I am to be on soft foods. but i tried to eat fish and shrimp, It doesn't stay down. so instead I eat baby food. my pouch seams to handle it well. I was shocked when i tried to eat egg, they had to come back up. I feel like it is abnormal for me right now. but i know i am only 5 weeks out and it probably normal. I guess the important thing is i am listen to my tummy. I am afraid i will never get to enjoy any good foods. Sorry if i am whining but i really don't have anyone else to talk too.
Is it normal to be sooo darn tired all the time. I taking my vitamins, b12 and cal.
Are you getting in enough protein, water and exercise??? Are you waiting to drink before meals, not drinking during and waiting the right amount of time after eating???
I think you might need to rethink your food choices!!
You shouldn't be feeling so tired by this time. If it continues call you doctor.
Hugs, connie d
I agree with the suggestion to contact your doctor; it could be necessary for blood work be done to ensure you're getting necessary nutrition and supplements. Example, from beginning, I've taken daily sublinqual liquid B12 complex , and not once in two-plus years had any problem there. I also take daily 325 mg iron supplement (liquid the first three months, and always with separate chewable vitamin C) to enhance absorption). Ensure your water intake is appropriate to your program: mine has been not within 1/2 hour preceding nor after eating. Please check with your NUT on your program requirements, as different WLS programs vary.
Watch your food choices hon, Did you receive food choices for each phase? F/f refried beans are an excellent protein source, to which I'd add either low-fat cheese or f/f cottage wheese with a teeny bit of non-chunky salsa and f/f sour cream. At six weeks, my choices dramatically changed according to my WLS clinic's pramaters. Some fish (fresh) is richer than others; I started out with tilapia and cod for several weeks before venturing into salmon, tuna steaks, orange roughy, and mahi mahi. (I only buy those fresh, not frozen, which tremendously appeals to the palate. However, for me it's a rare treat having sardines (in mustard sauce, though also comes in tomato sauce. You hadn't mentioned what 'baby food' you're eating, but the baby meats will not provide you with enough protein. Instead, I'd added unflavored protein powder to baby food peaches, applesauce, prunes. Didn't care for the bananas, even having added a titch of Splenda and cinnamon or nutmeg. Be creative with spice powders for your proteins. I'd put pre-cooked boneless skinless chicken breast into food processor (or blender or Bullet) with either a bit of broth and poultry seasoning (warm) or f/f mayonnaise (and dry mustard, garlic or onion powder cold Also, make CIB with two packet in one cup skim milk/soy milk for extra, plus I'd added vanilla flavored protein powder. Had added to the vanilla CIB: either raspberry, or lemon, or peppermint, or almond extract for a little flavor variance. Do you like fresh garden peas? In Cub foods organic/natural foods section, in the freezer are small bags of frozen Edamame. I eat those thawed and cold, or nuked (only til heated, nut mushy--like veggies with crunch) with Molly McButter or Butter Buds sprinkled on, with a little garlic powder. Mmmmm! High protein and easy on the pouchie. To add daily protein, have a protein shake for mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack instead of just the milk. Only during the third phase did I eat a TB of peanut butter, for the protein, though my NUT advised me against making it a habit due to the high fat. In the special foods section at Wal Mart, there are four or six (?) ounce bullet drinks which have 20 - 26 g's protein. People complain of the flavor, but it's mind over matter to ensure getting minimum protein intake. Remember, you will not be eating these items exclusively for long, my program allowed more solid food choices at six weeks. Wendy's chili is alright, and provides excellent protein source. I got mine with extra cheese, blended in food processor, and did fine. Hope some of these suggestions are helpful and will fall into the parameters of your program for now. Be creative with powdered seasonings, extract flavorings, and try not to eat the same ol' same ol', as repetition will quickly become boring. Eating post-WLS can be tasty, high-protein, and very satisfying. Best wishes to you! You CAN do this' focus on the 'big picture'. Yes, there will be a time you'll be able to enjoy more variety, though this is the time to implement good healthy (high-protein) eating habits. Also, were you given a walking log to track walking? Even several blocks a day will get you out in the fresh air, revive your senses, and help with raising the energy levels. Again, don't be hard on yourself. And by all means, please check in with your NUT for suggestions. Looking forward to seeing your positive results! Believe in yourself, believe in your program, and believe that this too will pass. It only gets better and better! Hugs, Patti
Watch your food choices hon, Did you receive food choices for each phase? F/f refried beans are an excellent protein source, to which I'd add either low-fat cheese or f/f cottage wheese with a teeny bit of non-chunky salsa and f/f sour cream. At six weeks, my choices dramatically changed according to my WLS clinic's pramaters. Some fish (fresh) is richer than others; I started out with tilapia and cod for several weeks before venturing into salmon, tuna steaks, orange roughy, and mahi mahi. (I only buy those fresh, not frozen, which tremendously appeals to the palate. However, for me it's a rare treat having sardines (in mustard sauce, though also comes in tomato sauce. You hadn't mentioned what 'baby food' you're eating, but the baby meats will not provide you with enough protein. Instead, I'd added unflavored protein powder to baby food peaches, applesauce, prunes. Didn't care for the bananas, even having added a titch of Splenda and cinnamon or nutmeg. Be creative with spice powders for your proteins. I'd put pre-cooked boneless skinless chicken breast into food processor (or blender or Bullet) with either a bit of broth and poultry seasoning (warm) or f/f mayonnaise (and dry mustard, garlic or onion powder cold Also, make CIB with two packet in one cup skim milk/soy milk for extra, plus I'd added vanilla flavored protein powder. Had added to the vanilla CIB: either raspberry, or lemon, or peppermint, or almond extract for a little flavor variance. Do you like fresh garden peas? In Cub foods organic/natural foods section, in the freezer are small bags of frozen Edamame. I eat those thawed and cold, or nuked (only til heated, nut mushy--like veggies with crunch) with Molly McButter or Butter Buds sprinkled on, with a little garlic powder. Mmmmm! High protein and easy on the pouchie. To add daily protein, have a protein shake for mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack instead of just the milk. Only during the third phase did I eat a TB of peanut butter, for the protein, though my NUT advised me against making it a habit due to the high fat. In the special foods section at Wal Mart, there are four or six (?) ounce bullet drinks which have 20 - 26 g's protein. People complain of the flavor, but it's mind over matter to ensure getting minimum protein intake. Remember, you will not be eating these items exclusively for long, my program allowed more solid food choices at six weeks. Wendy's chili is alright, and provides excellent protein source. I got mine with extra cheese, blended in food processor, and did fine. Hope some of these suggestions are helpful and will fall into the parameters of your program for now. Be creative with powdered seasonings, extract flavorings, and try not to eat the same ol' same ol', as repetition will quickly become boring. Eating post-WLS can be tasty, high-protein, and very satisfying. Best wishes to you! You CAN do this' focus on the 'big picture'. Yes, there will be a time you'll be able to enjoy more variety, though this is the time to implement good healthy (high-protein) eating habits. Also, were you given a walking log to track walking? Even several blocks a day will get you out in the fresh air, revive your senses, and help with raising the energy levels. Again, don't be hard on yourself. And by all means, please check in with your NUT for suggestions. Looking forward to seeing your positive results! Believe in yourself, believe in your program, and believe that this too will pass. It only gets better and better! Hugs, Patti
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I had trouble with eggs early on as well, but I found the FF refried beans with a little FF sour cream and taco sauce (not salsa) was my staple food for a while. I agree with Kelly there may be a vitamin you are deficient in that you aren't taking. All of our bodies react so differently to this drastic change that we have made. Some people have also had good luck with the protien shakes if you find you are having an issue getting in enough protien. Also as Connie said make sure are also getting in enough water & some exercise as well. But above all if it doesn't get better, see your doctor or bariatric nurse!
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I had trouble with eggs right away also. I was making them scrambled and I think they were too dry. Then my mother told me to add a dash of milk or water, and a bit of cheese and don't overcook them. Since then, I do really well with eggs. I also eat poached eggs - not overcooked though,slightly runny. I never tried baby food-glad it works well for you.
I did lots of low sugar yogurts, sugar free puddings. Carnation sugar free instant breakfast is my morning snack. It was not my favorite thing at first, but now after a week of it, it tastes just like chocolate milk to me. If I am out and need to grab lunch, I either get refried beans at taco bell or so to KFC and get a single serving of mashed potatoes and I tell them just two tiny drops of gravy-just barely enough to tell it's there--but it adds a little bit of flavor anyway.
This week I get to eat deli meats-I bought some thin sliced turkey and was in heaven ! I chopped it up and put it in some mashed potatoes. MMM hehe
Best wishes to you!
Natalie
I had trouble with eggs right away also. I was making them scrambled and I think they were too dry. Then my mother told me to add a dash of milk or water, and a bit of cheese and don't overcook them. Since then, I do really well with eggs. I also eat poached eggs - not overcooked though,slightly runny. I never tried baby food-glad it works well for you.
I did lots of low sugar yogurts, sugar free puddings. Carnation sugar free instant breakfast is my morning snack. It was not my favorite thing at first, but now after a week of it, it tastes just like chocolate milk to me. If I am out and need to grab lunch, I either get refried beans at taco bell or so to KFC and get a single serving of mashed potatoes and I tell them just two tiny drops of gravy-just barely enough to tell it's there--but it adds a little bit of flavor anyway.
This week I get to eat deli meats-I bought some thin sliced turkey and was in heaven ! I chopped it up and put it in some mashed potatoes. MMM hehe
Best wishes to you!
Natalie
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