Question for the vets re: bread

Lisa C.
on 3/19/17 6:43 am

I know most if not all are against eating bread. However, I found this protien bread which I keep frozen until I use it because it is 4.00 a loaf and a loaf is 6 slices and they are thin like weigh****chers bread. However I love it! Makes an amazing roast beef sandwhich. Of course because of the price it is not like I will be having a sandwich every day. But do you think once a week would be ok to have two slices of this bread. I have put a pic of the bread and the nutritional values below. I await your response.

Mestemacher - Protein Bread - Refrigerate after opening

Nutrition Facts Per 1 Slice (50 g)
Servings 5
Calories 130 ?
Amount/serving Amount/serving
Fat 7.5g
Saturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 220mg
Carbohydrates 11g
Fibre 7g
Sugars 0g
Protein 11g

Referred April 2016, Orientation September 21, 2016; Psyc appointment November 23, 2016; Nurse Practitioner assessment November 30, 2016; Nutrition Class December 7, 2016; Social Worker assessment December 9, 2016; Nutrition 1:1 January 26, 2017 and Surgeon April 7, 2017; Pre-admission June 12, 2017; Surgery date June 20, 2017 with Dr. T. Jackson TWH.

Pre surgery loss 20 lbs, M1-17 lb, M2-16, M3-16.2, M4-7, M5-10.8, M6-+8, M7-4, M8-

Goal 1- 50 pound loss by Jan. 1, 2018 (245.6 lbs) reached August 10, 2017

Goal 2 - 100 pound loss by June 21, 2018 (one year post op) (195.6) reached TBD

Lisa C.
on 3/19/17 6:51 am

I should also add I am pre-op. I am trying to get use to the new lifestyle and start eating what I should be eating post op.

Referred April 2016, Orientation September 21, 2016; Psyc appointment November 23, 2016; Nurse Practitioner assessment November 30, 2016; Nutrition Class December 7, 2016; Social Worker assessment December 9, 2016; Nutrition 1:1 January 26, 2017 and Surgeon April 7, 2017; Pre-admission June 12, 2017; Surgery date June 20, 2017 with Dr. T. Jackson TWH.

Pre surgery loss 20 lbs, M1-17 lb, M2-16, M3-16.2, M4-7, M5-10.8, M6-+8, M7-4, M8-

Goal 1- 50 pound loss by Jan. 1, 2018 (245.6 lbs) reached August 10, 2017

Goal 2 - 100 pound loss by June 21, 2018 (one year post op) (195.6) reached TBD

Starnaenae
on 3/19/17 7:41 am

I mad ea pb and j sandwich for breakfast this morning on protein bread i bought from popeyes. Im 12 weeks post op. Ive had 3 slices since i bought it two weeks ago and see nothing wrong with it!!!

TWH: Referral May 2015 --> Orientation November 2015 --> Surgeon at TWH Nov 2016 --> Transferred to Guelph --> Surgeon Appt Dec 1 2016 --> Opti Start Dec 8 2016 --> Surgery Dec 22 2016 HW: 331 SW:302 GW: 170

Toronto Girl
on 3/20/17 7:40 pm

I agree with this 100%. I sometimes have sprouted break with avocado on it for breakfast. And I know a ton of people who eat english muffins - or half of one.

The other day I ordered chili at a restaurant and it came with the most delish garlic bread I have had in a LONG time.

After surgery, it's really about moderation and making sure you eat the right foods first, since you can't eat a lot. It doesn't mean you can't ever have things like bread (or even pasta) again as long as you can tolerate it.

You are being smart by looking for more dense protein bread.

TWH Referral April 1 2015. Orientation July 2015. Social worker Aug 20. Nurse Aug 27. Nutrition Sept 14. Dietitian Nov 18. Psyc Nov 20. Meet surgeon Mar 4. Surgery Oct 21 (deferred because of travel). Dr. Jackson. 
HW 291, SW 276.

kamac
on 3/19/17 7:49 am
VSG on 07/09/18

I'm pre-op too, but interested in trying some of the high protein breads out there. Question- is that one made with wheat flour?

I generally feel and look better when I avoid wheat. I love the Dimpflmeier organic 100% rye breads with 0 sugar, and I was interested in trying their protein bread but it's made with wheat flour and for some reason no shops carry it here in Kingston.

Kara
Age: 43, Height: 5'8"
Highest Weight: 420; Opti Starting Weight: 395; Surgery Weight: 371;
Current Weight: 322.1; Goal Weight: 160

"Find things beautiful as much as you can, most people find too little beautiful."
-Vincent Van Gogh

crqvingchange
on 3/19/17 10:55 am

For a pre-op, I think it's a good choice. Maybe try using 1 slice cut in half and filling the sandwich with more meat and lettuce, tomato, etc. The stats are for 1 slice, and 2 slices seems a little high in carbs and calories.

CENTURY CLUB MEMBER at 6 months post-op.

Referral to Guelph Feb/13, Sleep study and all bloodwork and ultrasound May/13, orientation July/13. Nurse, NUT,SW Sept/13, 2nd NUT, nurse and SW, 3rd round and cleared for surgery Dec/13. Pre-op Apr 7/14, Surgeon May 2/14, Opti Jul 3/14, surgery Jul 17/14.

Lisa C.
on 3/19/17 1:33 pm

thank you all for your responses. I appreciate it!

Referred April 2016, Orientation September 21, 2016; Psyc appointment November 23, 2016; Nurse Practitioner assessment November 30, 2016; Nutrition Class December 7, 2016; Social Worker assessment December 9, 2016; Nutrition 1:1 January 26, 2017 and Surgeon April 7, 2017; Pre-admission June 12, 2017; Surgery date June 20, 2017 with Dr. T. Jackson TWH.

Pre surgery loss 20 lbs, M1-17 lb, M2-16, M3-16.2, M4-7, M5-10.8, M6-+8, M7-4, M8-

Goal 1- 50 pound loss by Jan. 1, 2018 (245.6 lbs) reached August 10, 2017

Goal 2 - 100 pound loss by June 21, 2018 (one year post op) (195.6) reached TBD

LeslieCL
on 3/20/17 5:41 pm

I love this bread too. I think the protein and fiber negate the carb factor. You're right it's expensive but when you want a high protein sandwich, it's a good choice. I order it from the Low Carb Grocer.

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