4 weeks and I don't know what to eat..

I am almost done with my 4th week post-op,, I lost 3# this week, which I don't think is enough,,How much protein and calories should I be getting right now,, I am having so much anxiety about this eating plan,, I have started some solid foods,, but everything I eat, I second guess myself,,any ideas on what I should be doing for sure?
Bonnie

Hi Bonnie,

3lbs is awesome this week!! How much have you lost total? When was your surgery?  My nutritionist says we have to get in 50-60gr protein a day, I dont think we should be worrying about calories right now, but I could be wrong.  Do you have a nutritionist you can call and talk to to ask about the eating? Why are you second guessing your food...what do you mean by that? Wether you should eat it or what?? I dont have much help to offer since Im not as far out as you...but I hope that helps!!  Your doing a great job, keep up the good work!!

~Jenn

I'm  just over 4 weeks out, and in the middle of the pureed stage now, too, and am enjoying a lot of different things, just blended into very small pieces and eaten in small quantities.  I've had chicken, pork loin, ground beef, steak (tonight -- yum, had been craving it!), yogart, and eggs for protein.  For veggies, I've had sweet potato (yummy), baked potato, green beans and butternut squash.  Fruits -- apple sauce (no sugar added), mashed banana, baked apple, and I will soon try mashed canned peaches in juice vs. syrup (just haven't had a chance yet).  I find that as long as I grind it good in the food process I am fine.  I don't turn it into "mush," just very small pieces.  Usually I blend about 2 oz meat with about 1 oz veggie together, adding a little broth or water as needed (depending on how moist the meat is).  The things that have gotten me into trouble in this phase were bites of meat that were not pureed (no matter how well I thought I was chewing, it wasn't good enough!), sugar free chocolate pudding (on my ok list, but not good for me!), and a few tator tots that I had cooked in the toaster oven and thought might be ok...bad idea.  I have found that if it is on my list, and I puree it well, it generally works.  other proteins on my list that I haven't had include cottage cheese or ricotta cheese, tuna and other mild fish...I don't have the list in front of me right now, but those are a few I can think of.  Things to avoid would be anything with added sugar or added fat (therefore I would be cautious about regular Mayo -- maybe try low fat?).  My doc's office says use whatever spices I like, so I have used taco seasoning on ground beef and other types of seasoning to add diversity.  IT'S IMPORTANT TO TRY THINGS SLOWLY -- A LITTLE AT A TIME since different things upset different people's pouches!  I wish you all the best as you work through this and future stages!  Deb

And from what I have read and experienced myself, I don't think you should be concerned about a 3# weight loss in a week at all!  Some weeks will be up, some down...earlier weeks will be more dramatic, and it'll taper off.  But just think how long it would have taken to lose the same amount on our own!  Keep your eyes on the prize at the end...you'll get there!  Deb

Congrats on the 3#, remember this is a tool.
Did you go through classes before surgery? If so try to go back in your mind, or book if they gave you one and remember the basics.
Protein first my DR used 87grams to begin with, however I think all are different. I am almost 7 months out and only in the last two months have I added any real carbs to my plan. For me concentrating on the protein and then veggies has been key. I would say that if you can not find the answers in your book or your memory, just call or email your NUT. that is one of the many reasons that they are there for you.
Good luck and happy losing!!!
Shelly

Thanks for all your input,, nothing seems to bother me, not yet anyway,,
I have had very little beef and so far as long as I chew it all really well, it is not causing me a problem,, finally got all of my protein in, I had to start making 2 protein shakes a day instead of one, and will continue to do that,,
Bonnie