Protein bars

My program is a 6 week one.  Starts with soft, pureed etc. and on the 6th week it gives you your lifetime diet plan.  Nowhere on it do I see protein bars, but I have seen repeatedly that people use quest bars or simply protein bars regularly.  When can one add this to their program?

Sorry I don't have an answer for you. But I can tell you I am just year post op and I still haven't eaten them. To me they are just a filler. But to each their own :-)

Agreed Kim.  My thoughts:

Love Jimmy! LOL...So true

I would think you could add them at the end if six weeks. For me they are a convenient source if protein on the go away from home. They easily fit in a purse or in the car when you need a snack.

Guelph encourages folks to get protein from "real" food.  But I know many people need to supplement with shakes and bars.

protein bars I believe shouldn't be used until at least month 4-6 post-op, the buts and contents can cause irritation and provide you with all kinds of problems.  It is better to stick to your eating plan and follow it as best as you can..damage to your pouch or new re-routed innards is not something you want to "test"

Thanks Ladies

Don't rush into them. They cn be quite dense. They are great if you need a quick snack or meal but do not rely on them

Thanks.  I don't plan to even buy any until the summer and then only for bike rides at the cottage with my husband.  When I am fit enough we go for very long bike rides and having a handy and healthy bar will help keep me on track when we stop along the way.  I was really just interested in knowing if it is something that is generally recommended RNY or if that was an individual modification.  THanks for the answers.