2mths out !!!

I've lost 40 pounds. I didn't think I was doing well but if the scale doesn't move my clothes get loose, so it is all good. I try not to weigh my self and get discouraged because it is so easy to compare yourself to other post-ops. I'm going back to work next week and I can't wait to see what they have to say (noone knew about my WLS)! I thought I had the answer to my protein issue by eating shrimp but the good doc said eat them sparingly because they are full of cholesterol. So back to the drawing board on that one. Later Guys, Kiwi5477

"but the good doc said eat them sparingly because they are full of cholesterol. So back to the drawing board on that one." Shrimp may be full of cholesterol..but I think a dietician will tell you that the cholesterol we consume is not as dangerous as the cholesterol that is produced by our bodies from the FAT we consume. Your doctor using old information-they used to say eat chicken...less cholesterol than shrimp-but chicken has more FAT-which is the dangerous stuff as far as cholesterol goes. Shrimp is great for you...high in protein and low/no fat. Ann 314/262/150

I bought some shrimp but my grumpy pouch didn't like it. How do you make it or do you just eat it plain? I don't think with the small amounts we're eating that shrimp is going to raise your cholestrol too much. Have your cholestrol checked, eat your shrimp and then have it checked again in a couple of months and see. Hugs, Nancy -43

I am 2 months out too...with a 40lb loss. I thought I would lose a little faster, but I must admit that the "diet" part has been easier than any other I have been on. Recipe for a Shrimp Spread- I make it ahead and keep it in the fridge for a quick meal, snack or salad topping. 1/2 tsp olive oil 1 lb medium shrimp (peeled & deveined) 1/4 cup lite mayo (i use fat free) juice of 1/2 of a lemon (about 1 tbsp) 2 green onions (scallions) sliced 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and saute for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until opague. Put shrimp to the side. Blend may, lemon juice, green onions and Old Bay Seasoning in food processor until smooth; add the shrimp and pulse until they are very finely chopped and the mixture well blended. Cover & Chill 1/2 cup portion: 115 calories, less than 1gr of carbs, 12 gr of protein. It is great with some shredded lettuce as a salad topping, on crackers or just by itself. Enjoy. Cathy I

I eat my shrimp in an etoufee with cream of celery or wrapped in bacon in the oven. Kiwi5477

WELL I HAD MY SURGERY ON 7/29 AND ONLY LOST 35LBS AND IM NOT HAPPY EITHER. I THOUGHT IT WLD BE SO MUCH MORE..

My bad I was only 7 wks out~!` Kiwi5477