calling dr and telling her to forget the whole thing :(

May need to do more research hun and really think it through. When it comes to WLS you really have to wrap your mind around it and tell yourself that this is possible and anything is possible. Dont focus on what you dont like but what you are willing to try and change. It can be hard in the beginning, yes, but as you get further out it does get easier. Tatebuds DO change and change drastically.

It can be overwhelming, and especially so if one is a picky eater.  But, you will be able to eat "normal" food in no time, just not as much of it.  What kind of foods do you like and eat now?  What surgery are you considering?

One of my favorite, post-op meals was fat free refried beans with melted cheese on top and salsa - yummmy!   There are so many ways to mix things up so they taste good too.

As far as your list goes, I don't eat a lot of those either.  Not my favorites.  I do protein shakes because I do like them and found some I LOVE.  You can actually make protein shakes into smoothies, popsciles, etc. On my blog I have tons of protein drink recipes.  Go check them out. 

Tanya, I do understand what you're feeling when it comes to food choices.  As of today I am exactly three weeks post op.  I have had a hard time finding foods that my tummy and digestive system can tolerate.  I've become severely lactose intolerant.  If I eat another bite of cottage cheese I think I'll scream.  I've had a hard time finding a protein supplement that I can handle - my taste buds have changed and I have texture issue in my mouth.  Chicken and fish are about it as far as foods and I'm having to be so careful with yogurt.  I can't even use liquid tylenol because of the sugar content - makes me dump.  I can't handle cold liquids so it's either room temp or warm for me.  The hardest thing for me has been becoming lactose intolerant.  I love milk!

But...ya know what?  This is temporary.  Temporary.  The positives to all this is...NO MORE MEDS.  I was on meds for diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, asthma and fibromyalgia.  The cost of my medications was more than the supplements I pay for now.  I've dropped 19 lbs in less than three weeks.  I breathe better with less pressure on my lungs.  My sugar levels are much lower now and even the fibro is much improved.  I do not for one second regret the surgery and how difficult things are at the moment as far as food choices are concerned.  I have a hard time figuring out breakfast - for me that's the hardest meal.  

I hope that with the support you've already gotten so far that you will do more research and decide to talk to your dietician/nutritionist or surgeon about your concerns before cancelling it out altogether.  Ultimately it does have to be what you want in the end.  However just remember, those first few stages after surgery are temporary.  I believe with the right support - like what we all get here - you can do this!  :-)

I can eat everything I could before surgery.  There are certain things that are trigger foods that I try to only have in moderation now, cakes, cookies, chips, etc....  But I can eat everything!

Making  such a huge decision is definitely worth more research if you are scared.  I know it is different for each type of surgery but I understand your trepidation considering there are so many foods you don't like.

My biggest fear was the protein shakes.  Can't stand them, never could.  But I found that the Syntrax Nectar Cappucino Latte mixes real well with cold coffee, which I then add to my hot coffee.  It is the only one I actually don't mind and having one or two protein coffees a day has helped me meet my protein goal.  I am able to eat anything (even things I shouldn't) except that I can't seem to tolerate lamb anymore.

Many of the foods you mentioned are primarily used in the first few weeks after surgery when you are on a soft, pureed diet. Definitely not the most fun time, but the weight comes off fast then so it's exciting too.
Speak to the nutritionist associated with your doctor and voice your concerns.  And make the decision thaa feels right for you.
Janet

thanks so much for the input on that janet ! i had no idea that those foods were for the first few wks post-op ! i was under the impression that i had to "live" on those foods forever ! what a huge releif to know that it's only temporary and i guess if they would allow me soups, yogurts, and  s/f puddings , i could do it then !   i have NEVER found a protein shake yet that i like and i don't know that i ever will find one i like so that is just one more hurdle to have to get over ... ugh so many hurdles !

I HATED protein shakes in the beginning and even now I have to doctor them up with fruits and sf syrups and add lots of ice to basically make it into soft serve ice cream.  When I do it that way I LOVE THEM!  For me the trick was finding a Vanilla base protein that I liked the smell of and didn't taste to "wheyey".

I was lucky and never had any issues with foods not agreeing with me and I eat pretty much everything. I was never a big rice, potato or pasta eater pre wls so it doesn't bother me not eating it post. I do eat quinoa though.  I eat it hot and as a cold cereal with yogurt.

I HATED yogurt for years but recently found a brand that that I love and it's only 35 calories per 100 g. Not sure if you have Source by Yoplait in the US but they have an awesome Lemon Meringue Pie flavour that tates exactly like a pie!

i haven't really looked into this yet but hoping some of you can help me out here...


has anyone used boost or ensure as a protein shake???  i'm trying to find stuff that walmart would carry so i don't have to rely on an online site to order everything and with living in a small town we don't have anything like GNC or anything like that here !

I don't think Boost or Ensure would be very good protein choices, and I think they are meant to put weight ON people that are unable to eat very much.

There is a brand of Protein Powder that Walmart carries that is inexpensive, but I personally don't like it though a lot of others do.

I don't order stuff online as it's too expensive in Canada, so I generally end up driving a couple of hours each way to the US to buy what I need in stores.  

You've been given wonderful suggestions so far!  I would like to add that I haven't found a protein shake that I like either so I add a mixture of unflavored protein to milk  or half and half (mix very well) then add to my half caffiene (half decaf) coffee in the morning to get an extra 32 g of protein painlessly in fact deliously!  I always drink my coffee from a covered mug so that if there is any protein smell, which can be a turnoff, it is avoided.

I absolutely love my wls!

Good luck on your journey!

ETA

I have a VSG, but I can eat everything I could before surgery, just much less and I usually choose healthier foods, because I like them, with lots of protein.