Question:
Help! I ate a burrito.
I made a burrito with sour cream. I never intended to eat the tortilla just the outside, but I was sidetracked. I have no idea what happened, and the next thing I knew the burrito was gone. I did not dump. Please, help me. I do see my surgeon next week. How could I forget my limitations like that? — Red T. (posted on July 15, 2003)
July 14, 2003
Guess I don't see what you're asking for help with. I doubt that the
burrito shell will cause any damage since you are 5 months out (or
thereabouts). I'd suggest you dust off the tortilla crumbs :>) and get
back on track. Next time use a dish instead of a shell to ease the
distration factor. Good luck!
— [Deactivated Member]
July 14, 2003
I can eat a burrito no problem. You'll be fine.
— Linda A.
July 14, 2003
I can eat a burrito as well. Not a huge one but like a Meximelt size one
from Taco Bell. I agree that you should pick yourself up, dust off those
crumbs and get back on track. Don't deny yourself a burrito every now and
then because that makes them emotionally so much more desireable. Just
tell yourself you want to be healthier and slimmer much more than you want
to eat too many burritos. You'll be fine.
— ronascott
July 14, 2003
What's wrong with eating the tortilla? Does it clump up like fresh bread
does? What about grilled tortilla like in a quesadilla?
— Kathy J.
July 15, 2003
the only thing I'm thinking might be bad is, where did you get the burrito.
I went on line last night to look up the calories on the grilled ceaser
burrito from toco bell and it wasn't in there BUT! the calories that I
found on things that I thought were lower in fat where sky high. I realized
last night that I just can't eat that stuff. I was blown away. Ive eaten
most a burrito before. some days you can eat a lot and some not. Id just
try to keep the calories down and pay attention to what you eat. I was so
afraid for mos. and still am at times that Im over eating. my surgeon says
Im doing great. I tend to get obsessed with it all. I want all this weight
off yesterday. best of luck to you.
— Joan W.
July 15, 2003
See, this is EXACTLY the problem I wanted to avoid, so I had the duodenal
switch. I not only eat the tortilla, but have a few chips and nacho cheese
to boot. I would go crazy if I had to monitor what I ate to that
degree...God Bless you!
— merri B.
July 15, 2003
Whats the problem?? Only problem I would see is if you got it stuck or got
sick off of it. Your human so give yourself a break. It isn't going to kill
you to have a tortilla! Do you think naturally skinny people don't ever eat
a burrito or other high fat foods? I for one, had this surgery so I COULD
eat what I wanted but within limits. I'm almost 2 yrs out and haven't
gained a pound since I hit goal. I eat what I want, when I want it. I just
don't have the urge to splurge like I used to thanks to this surgery.
— Kris T.
July 15, 2003
Remember that a lot of RNY patients do NOT dump (and I mean, virtually
never). I never do, but I was seven months out before I had an episode
("we all scream for ICE CREAM!") that revealed to me that sad
truth. Still, I got to goal, and still, lots of folks struggle with eating
more than they would like even when they do dump.<P>I'm with the
people who say, Don't beat yourself up over this. It's a good thing when
your pouch is healing up to the point where it allows some normal foods.
If it's not what you wanted to eat a this stage due to dietary
restrictions, well, that's a different issue, but eventually, we all have
to face the problem of "What do I do now that I know I can eat
more??" To me, having a burrito doesn't sound like you lost your
head. Now, the better part of a box of crackers or cookies, or candies ...
*that's* trouble!
— Suzy C.
July 15, 2003
I eat tortillas all the time. I buy the small taco size and I fill it with
tuna fish, cheese, turkey, beans, peanut butter or eggs. I can sometimes
eat one or if I can only eat half I put it in the fridge for later. I think
that is better than the bread. I was told by BTC if I eat anything from
taco bell to get the bean burrito, but I just get the pinto n cheese. If
you can tolerate it, go for it:o) Good luck!
— Sandy M.
July 15, 2003
Red,
Oh gosh, your subject line cracked me up! I just about cried! I'm glad
that you'll be fine (as pointed out by the other posters.) Thanks again, I
really needed that!
— jenn_jenn
July 15, 2003
You say that you made it yourself. So, why is a burrito, a wrong food? I
make burritos in tortillas all the time-stuff it with shredded chicken,
cheese, refried beans, sometimes scrambled eggs. I've never dumped from a
burrito-its not high fat or has any sugar in it...Its one of my favs.
— Cindy R.
July 15, 2003
The only problem I see is that you don't remember eating it...just be
mindful of all you comsume so as not to over eat.
— Denise S.
July 15, 2003
I wasn't sure if I could eat a burrito. I knew I could eat what was in the
inside the burrito. I admit it..... I am afraid of the tortilla. There I
said it, but I feel better kowing that others say they can eat burittos.
It was a bean and cheese burrito with sour cream. Lot's of protein.
Anyway, I received a lot of wonderful responses, some that had me cracking
up. I appreciate it too because I have had so many medical issues and it
helped me see that in the light of things.... I am going to be ok. :)
Well as ok as I ever will be able to be.
Thanks again.
— Red T.
July 15, 2003
If by forgetting your limitations you mean carbs, LaTortilla Factory sells
lo-carb tortillas. I'm with everyone else...no big deal to eat a tortilla.
And to Merri.. not everyone with the RNY needs to monitor what they eat so
closely -- I can eat pretty much what I want at only 3 months out, just in
small portions, and of course I choose wisely 95% of the time. The ones
who freak out over what they eat are either super-sensitive to sugars or
have an idea that carbs are evil (I am in no way bashing someone's personal
beliefs about carbs, just pointing out that it's a personal decision not
because of the RNY).
— [Deactivated Member]
July 15, 2003
Don't beat yourself up because you ate a Tortilla. I do occasionally eat
them - that's about the only bread I eat. I love quesadillas from Taco
Bell and allow myself one about once a month or so. Life goes on after WLS
and we will slip up - it's not the end of the world. And if you let guilt
about a slip up get to you, then you are more likely to eat things you
shouldn't. Relax, and go back to protein - you haven't hurt yourself.
— Patty_Butler
July 16, 2003
I eat tortillas at least once a week to make snadwiches, for example my fav
is thin sliced roast beef lettuce , tomato and horseradish on a tortilla,
rolled up. I use all sorts of meats, turkey chicken, assorted veggies in
that way. it is really good with hummus and fresh veggies. I had a RNY and
my Dr. encourages a balanced varied diet.
— **willow**
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