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So, I have started my first two week liquid diet cycle and I need so help! After two and a half weeks of high protein/low carb (lost 9 lbs so far) switching to the liquid has been super hard. Every thing is extremely sweet and overwhelming. I can't get the shakes down because they are too sweet or taste nasty. Ive tried the soup broths and they are super salty and I can't stomach how they taste. I'm living on crystal light (sweet but can tolerate it) and sugar free popsicles. I have unflavored protein powder to put in my drinks if I need to but was really hoping to find something that worked or at least some variety. Im only on day one and not sure how I am going to make it to day 14.
suggestions??
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I agree to focus on lean protein foods first! They are the most filling foods. To be honest, I wouldn't be overly concerned if you can eat more than 1/2 cup of food as long as it's the right foods. If you make your meals 2/3 lean solid protein and 1/3 non-starchy vegetables...it doesn't matter how much you eat because it's the right foods for weight loss and hunger control. Eat two bites of the lean meat for every one bite of vegetable and stop at your personal feeling that you are satisfied and are done. I've had many, many patients have TONS of success even if they ate more than a cup of food at a meal because it was the RIGHT food! Eat soft, high carb foods and you'll be able to intake larger portions and get hungry more often.
Also, it's better to fill up with what you need 3 meals per day than to get hungry in between meals and fall into snacking! Stalls are SOOOO normal and the #1 phone call I get in my office. Keep a food journal and keep up with walking and water...and you'll see it through soon :)
Best of luck!!
I am a sugar addict too. I have known it for years bit unfortunately did not stop myself until I got to this point. I'm determined not to let it get me again now that i've had surgery. Ive never seen either film, may habe to look them up.
Consultation Weight: 261. SW: 241. CW: 191 GW: 135
Keep yourself hydrated and you will not feel famished every now and then.
Four "pillars" to weight loss...
- Drink 96 oz water a day (6 bottles of water)
- Eat consistent meal times (don't skip meals and avoid going more than 5 hours without eating some protein)
- Focus on lean protein and low starch veggies, avoid high starch/sugar/fat foods (breads, pasta, rice, etc)
- Consistent exercise! Walking 30 min a day 4 to 5 days a week does wonders for the scale
I hope that helps! Best of luck to you!!
Try cutting your bites up smaller. When the bite is too big it can get stuck at the upper portion of your pouch which makes you full after just a few bites and also causes "frothing" which is typically mucous trying to get the stuck food to move through. Cut your bites up before you eat to the size of a peanut and go slowly. Worth a shot!! Might help you to get in those healthy fats too.
Congratulations on your new baby!! I had my first child in December and have also struggled getting into a consistent exercise routine with a new baby. I wrote an article for Obesity Help a few weeks ago on getting back on track if it helps!
I agree with focusing on protein and keeping carbs out...but also want to encourage you that stalls are very normal this early postop! Just stay the course! :)
I'm a bariatric dietitian with a website that answers some common questions www.foodcoach.me.
I'm also happy to talk over email if the questions aren't too complicated :) I'm so sorry you haven't had a good experience with your dietitians!! [email protected]
And yes I agree, these forums are a great place for help too!
I had my Vsg 06-14-16. I eat about 3oz every 4 hours. I drink lots of water in between. Just had my post op appointment today. Doc says as long as it's 60-70grams protein, it doesn't matter but I'm doing just fine
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