Question:
an any one give my some pointers on what to besides fat free yogurt,pudding and broth
— Sylvia Clyburn (posted on April 28, 2006)
April 27, 2006
The most effective early weight loss is achieved by limiting carbohydrates;
as a result, be wary of many low-fat (or fat-free) foods that actually have
high sugar contents (and, therefore, high carbohydrate yields). For high
protein soft foods (which seem to be what you are seeking) that can be
relatively easy to digest early on (depending upon how far out you are and
what your surgeon's protocol is) consider cottage cheese, ricotta and the
high-protein low-carb drinks (like Isopure Zero Carb and Myloplex).
— SteveColarossi
April 27, 2006
I don't see a question?? What are u asking for.
— Steve Cohen
April 28, 2006
Steve, once again your response was stellar and helpful. *eyeroll* She's
asking what soft foods she can eat besides the ones she listed. Dark
Chocolate, if you are at the soft foods stage you should also be able to
eat refried beans, softly scrambled eggs, you can still have jello, maybe
even peanut butter. If in doubt, check with your nutritionist or surgeon's
office.
— nicolerod
April 28, 2006
I'm still on soft foods. I eat cottage cheese, tuna with a little reduced
fat mayo mixed in, chick peas with light honey mustard dressing and
scrambled eggs for my protein. Veggies- well-cooked sweet potatoes,
well-cooked carrots, canned veggies, such as green beans, and spinach.
Just make sure you chew everything well, even if it is soft. Oh, also
applesauce, and pieces of canned pear and canned peach(in their own juice
with no added sugar) for fruit. I'm on 1/4 cup of protein, and 1
tablespoon of veggie, and 1 Tablespoon of fruit per meal. I'm out 3 1/2
weeks, so I now haved tried seedless watermelon, soft apple, and soft
strawberries for my fruit. Tastes like heaven. Your nutritionist probably
gave you a list with all your choices and amounts. Find that and follow
carefully. Good luck.
— Jenny1
April 28, 2006
Hi again Dark Chocolate.....
Of course i would alway's suggest you check with your nutritionist before
going forward with food, but for myself i am on pureed / soft food also
right now. i am 23 days post-op, i eat canned white meat chicken mixed w/
sugarless mayo and pickle relish (chicken salad), eggs pureed w/ light
turkey sausage, lots of soft cheeses (all types), creamed soups, and of
course the yogurts,cottage cheese,liquids,etc.. All i would suggest is that
you keep in mind the protein grams you are taking in and the water / fluid
intake is also very important !!!
Take your eating very slowly so you know what things work for you, as for
me i can eat almost anything and not get sick, but some people can't even
eat eggs without getting their stomachs upset...so try a little at a time
to test your new pouch.
My doctor suggests to watch for low carbs in items and no more than 5 grams
sugar per meal.(and no drinking with meals) and chew,chew,chew... Hope this
helped a little
— tiffany E.
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