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Eggface
on 10/10/15 1:19 am - Sunny Southern, CA
MelodyMay
on 10/9/15 6:48 pm
RNY on 03/01/16
tattitude
on 10/9/15 3:15 pm
Topic: Pre-op pantry cleaning

What did you do with all the "no-no" food in your fridge/pantry prior to having WLS?

I have boxes of Mac n Cheese and boxes of pasta, soups, cheese sauce, french fries and breaded fish and pork fritters, cereals, popcorn and more high sugar/fatty/unhealthy foods. I can't just throw it all away!

I am so fortunate (not!) that once I started eating high protein/low carb/low fat diet, I actually gained 14 pounds and surpassed my highest weight ever. The Bariatric nurse said I probably wasn't eating enough so my body started hoarding.

 Ticker 87883

Height:  5' 8"  Initial Consultation:  10/6/2015  HW:  286.5   CW:  277

MelodyMay
on 10/9/15 1:57 pm, edited 10/9/15 3:50 pm
RNY on 03/01/16
Topic: RE: Greek yogurt?

I personally love Greek Yogurt, but it has to have some kind of flavor. It's healthier for you than regular Yogurt and contains healthy probiotics. Zoi's Honey and Strawberry Cream are my go to's when I need a sweet treat. You do have to measure it out because it's easy to eat a lot of it very quickly. The plain and vanilla are too bland for me but they are great if you mix in a bit of granola.

H.A.L.A B.
on 10/8/15 10:40 am
Topic: RE: leg cramps

leg cramps can be caused by many things beside potassium.. -low calcium,magnesium, vit D, not enough salts...

for mineral supplement I use the following: I mix that in 8 oz of water - add flavor and just drink it...

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 Packet (4g) (makes 1 liter of Sports Water)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 0g 0%
Potassium 408mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
Calcium 10%
Magnesium 30%
Manganese 100%
Not a significant source of Calories from Fat, Saturated Fat, Trans Fat,
Cholesterol, Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Iron.
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients: Citric Acid, Potassium Bicarbonate, Malic Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Hydroxide, Potassium Carbonate, Maltodextrin, Magnesium Carbonate. Contains

Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG

"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"

"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."

quiltnsuzn
on 10/7/15 10:50 am
Topic: RE: Greek yogurt?

Greek yogurt is quite a bit more protein because it is concentrated. I hate most of it but found one that has a light consistency and I love it. It is Danon Greek Light and Fit 80 cal. 12 grams of protein. I love it in vanilla and cherry. It took me a couple of months after surgery to like any yogurt or sweet flavors. This one is very different.

quiltnsuzn
on 10/6/15 10:21 pm
Topic: leg cramps

my bariatric bypass was 5 months ago. Does anyone know of a good potassium supplement and where to get it?

docbad32
on 10/6/15 2:08 pm, edited 10/6/15 7:08 am
Topic: RE: Looking for suggestions.

Mine are pretty boring, but I drink a premier protein every morning. About 3 oz. goes into my cup of coffee, then the rest after coffee or a little bit later as a snack. As for lunch, it's almost exclusively leftovers. I also like to have a quest bar handy to keep the fast convenient food mosnter at bay.

VSG:  3/12/15

Chel1222
on 10/6/15 4:52 am
Topic: RE: Looking for suggestions.

Great ideas. Thanks for sharing.

Cathy W.
on 10/5/15 12:49 pm
Topic: RE: Looking for suggestions.

I have some healthy go-to's that I've relied on to help me when I'm on the go. For me, if I am prepared, I am much more apt to stay on track than follow the drive-thru track to a fast food place.

Since you have a nice cooler, that will be your friend because you can plan what you're going to eat during the day while you're on the go.

For breakfast or lunch:

Take a protein shake that you've made at home and put in a thermos or other container to keep it cold. You can drink that for a breakfast choice.

Bring some Greek yogurt with a little bit of fruit, or chop up nuts at home to give the yogurt a little crunch.

You could get some thin wraps and put in scrambled eggs, a protein and veggies. Put it in a container that allows it to stay warm.

I'll warm up some of the Morningstar link sausages (or veggie patty, black bean burger) and cut them up. I'll munch on those because they are good hot, warm or even cold.

For breakfast or lunch, take some thinly sliced turkey, ham, protein of your choice and a thinly sliced piece(s) of cheese, and a few crackers or veggie strips. Make pinwheel roll-ups with each of those ingredients. Mix and match for your favorite combos.

I've also made mini omelettes in a muffin tin. Put in some veggies, crumbled up protein and pour mixed up egg (or egg substitute), bake in the oven and take some of those. Again, use the heat container that will hold in the heat and put those in there. YUM.

You can always pack a protein bar, low-carb and low-sugar. I always have a protein bar and a small bag of beef jerky in my purse so I'm never stuck for something healthy to eat.

Speaking of beef jerky, I have a couple of brands that are always pretty moist and easy to eat. If I have a busy morning, I'll eat beef (pork, chicken) jerky.

I'll make extra protein the night before so I have left overs. I'll take a piece of chicken or whatever protein I have, bring some veggies for a nice salad. I buy salad dressing in the small packets or I'll pour some in a small container to use.

Using the left over protein, I'll chop it up, add a few raisins, sliced grapes, a few slivered almonds (or nuts) for a chicken salad sandwich or chicken salad to just eat.

If you want to mix it up sometimes, find a diner or a small restaurant that will prepare something specifically to order for you. If you have 4-5 go-to items from a restaurant, you minimize going off track. You can call ahead to have it ready for you.

In addition to your nice cooler, you might put your food for the day in a Bento Box. I have four and I use them frequently. I have four so each member of my family has one. We put in our food choices in our Bento Boxes and we're set! You can check them out on Amazon by searching Bento Boxes.

I hope this list helps. Try to have 10 or so different things you can prepare ahead and pack for the day.

Cathy

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