Heading to the UK tomorrow. Anything I should be aware of? (Julia?)

Atl_Gadget_Grrl but u
can call me Charlotte
on 10/11/13 4:34 am

VSG on 06/12/13

I'm thinking great sleeve-friendly products to try, things to know about the way food is labeled, stuff to definitely avoid, etc. I am guessing I can certainly puzzle it out, but thought I'd ask.

Thanks!
Laurie

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G5x5
on 10/11/13 4:46 am - VA

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Atl_Gadget_Grrl but u
can call me Charlotte
on 10/11/13 7:38 am

VSG on 06/12/13

Yes but I am still going to have a small amount, allowing for it in the plan for one of the days.

thanks!

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Gingerbread1
on 10/11/13 7:08 am

VSG on 04/18/13

You need to know that there are no protein drinks or bars in the regular grocery stores and some of the mainstream health food stores. Go to the market now and buy some protein bars to keep in your purse, a shaker bottle and a bag of powder if you plan to have shakes!

I was 3 mos. out when I went for two weeks in July and only found this coconut protein "ball" from a company called Bounce in Waitrose. I checked these stores for bars and drinks- waitrose, coop, morrisons, tesco, boots and M&S. I used to live in UK so I'm very familiar with the stores- was shocked now at how much energy drinks full of sugar are on display for "slimming and health" but they are BAD for us with VSG!

There are fabulous ready to eat high protein choices for meals at Waitrose and M&S- these also have mini-shops along the motorway so you can choose something better than what's available in the cafes. Also Starbucks have packs of nuts but don't expect the same kinds of high protein choices you see in Starbucks US- they are different.

Cheerio!

5'11" HW: 288 SW: 280 GW: 180 - Progress with me on MFP: goginger

Atl_Gadget_Grrl but u
can call me Charlotte
on 10/11/13 7:37 am

VSG on 06/12/13

Excellent info, just what I was looking for. Thanks!

Sleeved 6/12/13 - 100 pounds lost to get to goal!

Julia HasHerLifeNow
on 10/11/13 7:36 am

VSG on 10/09/12

Yeah, the UK is great! You will enjoy it! I found a few protein shakes, RTD, in a corner store by the hotel where I stayed. Cottage cheese and greek yogurt too so I am sure you will be able to find VSG friendly foods. Where there is a will there is a way! And you can do tons of walking. Just don't forget your umbrella!

5ft0; highest weight 222; surgery weight 208; current weight 120

Atl_Gadget_Grrl but u
can call me Charlotte
on 10/11/13 7:39 am

VSG on 06/12/13

Thanks Julia! My dad and I are road tripping from heathrow to Wales to visit family, then back to London for a few days for some meetings. Thanks for the tips.

Sleeved 6/12/13 - 100 pounds lost to get to goal!