Question:
Any ideas for travel food?
Hi everyone. I've been getting some great information from you all and now I need some more. I'm 6 wks post-op and going back to work. I need tips on what foods to prepare & take with me. I drive a semi tractor/trailer rig and am gone 4-5 days & nights per week. There is little time to stop for eats so I must eat mostly out of my on board mini refrigerator. I used to take chicken breast and pork chops b4 surgery. Now I understand they can be difficult the first few months post-op. I desperately need ideas. Please help me. Gary — [Deactivated Member] (posted on December 12, 2000)
December 12, 2000
Gary...here's some suggestions based on the eating plan my surgeon suggests
for 4th through 8th week post op.
<p><ul><li>Thinly sliced lean ham
<li>Boiled boneless, skinless chicken breast that is blended or
finely chopped in a food processor and moistened with some chicken broth
<li>Melba toast or Wheat Thins with sliced cheese
<li>Mashed or blended beans (Taco Bell beans are great)</ul>
<p>Of course, remember to eat slowly and chew well. Good luck to you
as you get back on the road!
— Roseann M.
December 12, 2000
* String Cheese...about 5 g of fat and 8 oz protein in each piece
* Hard Boiled Eggs...about 5 g fat, 6 g protein
* Lean Ham or Turkey Slices
* Crackers
* Pretzles
* Low fat cottage cheese....quite high in protein.
Good Luck!
— tlg6056
December 12, 2000
Gary,
I travel alot for soccer games and tournaments. I bring my
protein drinks with me and soups that you add water to and
microwave (bean is my fav). Also, pretzels, cheese (and cheese and
breadstick
snacks), cottage cheese, & lunch meat (fresh from the deli is better).
I usually
have 1-2 protein drinks to make sure I get it in, then eat the rest as
small meals.
Don't forget your water!!!
— M B.
December 12, 2000
Hi Gary... You've received some great suggestions. I would like to add the
MetRx Protein Plus bars. I cut them in 3rd's and by the end of the day I
have an additional 34g's of protein. Very low carb, low sugar. And water,
water, water!!! Good luck to you!
— [Deactivated Member]
December 12, 2000
Hi Gary ...I was nervous about going back to work and leaving my kitchen,
but it all worked out okay. I brought a piece of VERY thinly sliced bread
with me and made a cheese sandwich with mustard. Kraft has a tasty fat
free American cheese. Also, very thinly sliced deli turkey, but that
doesn't keep too long in the fridge. Starkist makes great tuna
"Charlie's Lunch Kits" which come with a small can of tuna, low
fat mayo and a few crackers, along with a mixing cup and spoon. I also
like those instant soups and added some canned chicken to boost the
protein. Delmonte makes small cans of "no sugar added" fruit and
applesauce. I wasn't big on fruit, but I enjoyed it when I had one. I had
some other stuff on hand, like my Ultra Pure Protein ... comes premixed in
cans, 170 calories, no added sugar, low in fat and 35 grams of protein. I
also had bottles and bottles of water on hand ... made me feel secure!
Good luck on your return to work! I'm sure you will do fine.
— Martha O.
December 12, 2000
Gary, HI! I am a total dairy proponent so I suggest 1)kraft chedar cheese
cubes(really easy for me to "digest.") 2)dannon light sugar-free
yogurt. 3) slim jims (they're fattening but I eat them anyway. They go
down well). 4) Do you have a microwave? How about fat-free hot dogs.
Have fun!...Jennifer in Indiana...155 lbs. gone forever and ever:)
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