Different Stokes for Different Folks:

I have noticed by the posts that I read that diet varies from person to person, and different Dr's have different instructions. Some seem to drink protein drinks, I am thinking about adding them simply because I am afraid that I don't get enough protein. I notice that for the most part that eating out doesn't have the same enjoyment as before the surgery. It is had to try and figure out where I can eat. Has anyone had any problems trying to use their meal cards? I haven't had the opportunity to use my card yet. I enjoy eating at Taco Bell. I can tolerate foods that are hot and spicy. I do good with splenda, as a sweetener. I can eat salad greens with no complications, have had Spaghetti, and Raman Noodles. I have had some problems with eating to fast and that causes the food to come up. I have not yet had a dumping, and if I can help it will do what i can to avoid it, I found some Sugar free Chocalate syrup at Walmart that is sweetened with Sucralose, and Sorbital, I can tolerate high fructose corn syrup. Some Dr's say no soda's My Dr said that they were ok if I would pour it over ice and let it sit for about five to ten minutes before drinking. It is a new ball game learning what and what not that my body will tolerate.

I noticed the same thing. I've only recently found a way to tolerate the taste of protein powder...... and not too soon..... my hair is realy starting to come out. But I've noticed a real difference now that I can. I feel better, and think I'm losing better. Sandi

Curtis, I agree 100%. I think each person has to do what works for them.