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It is hard for a while when you can only eat a few bites. I felt bad for the person who prepared it. I also can almost never eat meat that has been reheated in the microwave. If I take something home, I often eat it cold. Tell you daughter to be careful about heating food in the microwave because it can make it too dry and tough for us to handle.
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
Everyone I ever served it to was impressed. Many people have asked for my secret. When I tell them they often think they can save money by using a less expensive mix and then are disappointed with the taste. The McCormick Au Jus is about $1.80 and you can buy cheaper ones for about $1. It is well worth the extra 80 cents.
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
I have to say, I've never tried McCormick Au Jus mix, so I will now! I have two great roasts I need to prepare. Thanks!
TheWombat, that's a great reminder, to not encourage having another serving. I used to be guilty of that when we had large family/friends bbq's, but not so much anymore since our parties are less and the kids are grown. Now I do exactly what your friend did, I place the food out and they can take what they can. I'm glad you mentioned it though, as I wouldn't want to fall back to that once she's had surgery, or even before.
Try to have a great weekend!
If you cook something or buy something, be aware that she may not be able to have more than a few bites. You may not mind having gone to all that trouble, but she may feel guilty about it. One possibility is to make something that reheats well, so she can take some home with her.
A few months after my own surgery, I was invited to dinner with some friends. I explained to them that I might only be able to eat a few bites, don't go to any trouble on my account, etc. The friend who was cooking made a lovely, simple dish. She kept the atmosphere relaxed; she simply placed the food out on the table, and didn't encourage me to "try this", or "have a little more of that". She also gave me the leftovers to take with me. I had another 3 or 4 meals out of the leftovers, and each time it was like being with my friends again!
I have gotten my share of shrugs and "never heard of that before through the years". I got my knowledge mostly from this board.
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
My blood tests don't indicate any particular problems with any bodily functions that may trigger issues with digestion. So, a shrug... most doctors don't seem to always know a lot about patients who have undergone the surgery and their side effects, so I thought I would reach out on this forum to see if anyone else has experienced this many years later. My doctor did say that long term VSG patients find the results did not hold as well as some other weight loss surgeries. I'm still below from when I had my surgery, but hormonal changes in the last couple of years have not made it easy to lose gained back weight or keep it down. I still can only eat small portions and remain with a healthy, balanced diet.
*Weight lost in 11 months
It is very strange. What did your doctor say?
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
The meats cooked are not dry, and it doesn't matter if I add any salsa or other items to moisten it even more. Veggie patties and other vegetarian options or eggs feel normal. I can also eat some select forms of steak and pork with no problems. For chicken, I lean in more on thighs, no skin and fat trimmed, but lately having trouble with that too.
*Weight lost in 11 months
Very strange and I have never heard of this happening to anyone. When I use chicken, I cook it in a pressure cooker first so it is very moist and tender. But I have never had a problem with white fish or salmon. Are you just making those foods too dry and tough?
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
