Had my surgery today!

So happy! Drove from New Mexico to Phoenix last night, had surgery late this morning..they decided to keep me overnight since I'm from out of state. Going home Sunday and back to work Monday- at least for half a day.
So....I left my packet at home..can anyone tell me what I can eat? Can I have soy milk or non fat milk with protein powder?
So happy I started tis new chapter in my life!

WELCOME TO THE LOSER'S BENCH IN OUR WINNER'S CIRCLE

 

I would strongly suggest speaking to your Doctor/Nutritionists. Firstly, each Doctor/Nutritionist have their own philosophy. Secondly, only your Doctor/Nutritionist knows your exact condition.

 

Here are some samples what is being suggested to other patients. Again,

 

*** DISCLAIMER ALERT *** TALK TO THE DOCTOR/NUTRITION BEFORE INCREASING /CHANGING YOUR INTAKE

 

http://www.saintclares.org/assets/Uploads/Bariatrics_Images/Gastric-Banding-Progression-Diet-Booklet.pdf

 

http://www.saintclares.org/assets/Uploads/Bariatrics_Images/Gastric-Bypass-Progression-Diet-Booklet-doc-Rev-1009-08final.pdf

http://hamptonbariatric.com/diet-after-lap-band

 

Now this is the Diet Progression that was set for me. Again, make sure you consult with your Dcotor/Nutrionist:

 

Clear liquids for the first 48 hours.

This included:

Water/ice chips

Low-fat broth

Sugar-free Jell-O

Sugar-free juices

Sugar-free popsicles

Sugar-free water flavor powders (ex. Crystal Light)

Noncarbonated flavored waters

Unsweetened decaffeinated tea/diet iced-tea

 

*** DISCLAIMER ALERT *** TALK TO THE DOCTOR/NUTRITION BEFORE INCREASING /CHANGE YOUR INTAKE

 

After 3 – 4 days, I went to the full liquid diet:

 

Protein shake (less than 30 grams of protein and less than 10 grams of carbs per serving) – made with either water or Skim (Plus) Milk

 

Skim (Plus) milk

Vegetable juice (V8/tomato)

Low-fat cream soup (made with Skim (Plus) Milk and passed through a strainer)

Light-smooth nonfat/no sugar added yogurt (Greek yogurt has more protein)

Sugar-free/fat-free pudding (made with Skim (Plus) Milk)

Unsweetened/Natural/no sugar added (SMOOTH) apple sauce

Whipped low-fat cottage cheese

Non-Fat ricotta cheese

 

*** DISCLAIMER ALERT *** TALK TO THE DOCTOR/NUTRITION BEFORE INCREASING /CHANGE YOUR INTAKE

 

2 to 3 weeks you can go into the soft-food stage, whi*****ludes:

 

Oatmeal/Cream of Wheat/Farina (made with water or Skim (Plus) Milk and passed through a strainer)

Soft-cooked eggs/Egg beaters

Canned tuna/salmon packed in water (moisten with low-fat mayo if necessary)

Soft-baked/broiled/stewed: chicken and/or fish

Low-fat deli meats

Tofu

Soft low-fat cheeses

Cooked lentils; kidney beans, peas, legumes

Black bean/lentil soups (strained, no chunks)

Soft-cooked vegetables

Canned fruits packed in “light" or “own" juices

Low-fat refried beans

 

*** DISCLAIMER ALERT *** TALK TO THE DOCTOR/NUTRITION BEFORE INCREASING /CHANGE YOUR INTAKE

 

After one month I was allowed to go onto solid foods.

 

*** DISCLAIMER ALERT *** TALK TO THE DOCTOR/NUTRITION BEFORE INCREASING /CHANGE YOUR INTAKE

 

Rules to be successful

 

Over the years I have collected some common “rules" one should follow in order to be successful. So far I am up to 25 “universal set of laws" one should heed during their journey.

 

I would love to see this list grow, so please feel free to add to it. Maybe one day this will be adopted as the Constitution of Gastric Success!! :D

 

(1) Get your daily Protein requirements in (60 – 80 grams – your Doctor/Nutritionist may have different target amount – so follow their recommendation). Protein requirements change over time (depending upon weight loss stage, amount of exercise, hospitalization, etc). Check with your Doctor/Nutritionist concerning your protein needs.

 

(2) Protein drinks should be: between 20 and 30 grams of protein per serving (25 is recommended), contain less than 150 calories (110 recommended) contain less than 10 grams of carbohydrates (5 is recommended) (your Doctor/Nutritionist may have different rules – so follow their recommendation).

(3) Remember eat: Protein first, then fiber (ex veggies/fruits) then (if there is room) good (NON-starchy) carbohydrates.

 

(4) Drink at least 64 ounces of non-carbonated/non-caffeinated liquid.

 

(5) No drinking while eating and/or 30 minutes before and/or after meals (your Doctor/Nutritionist may have different rules – so follow their recommendation)

 

(6) You must east to lose weight!! Yes I know this a strange concept but if you don’t, your body will go into “starvation mode" and “store all it can".

 

(7) Each meal should take at least 25 to 30 minutes to complete. Studies show it takes this long for your stomach to tell your brain it’s full – no matter how much food is in it.

 

(8) Eat at the same time everyday

 

(9) Eat until you are full, not stuffed

 

(10) Wait 30 to 60 seconds between putting another piece food in your mouth

 

(11) Make sure foods (especially meats) are moist

 

(12) Before you put that piece in your mouth, ask yourself “Would I give this size to a baby?"

 

(13) Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew- Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew- Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew- Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew- Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew- Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew-Chew (at least 30 times, or until it feels like baby food consistency)

 

(14) Take your vitamins !!

 

(15) Remember, during the operation they put the tool around your stomach, and not your brain. So, you will need to do some self control.

 

(16) Exercise – begin slow (example walk; climbing a flight of stairs; park in the furthest spot in the lot) and then gradually increase. My suggestion do two days; rest a day; do two days; rest a day; do two days

 

(17) If you feel like “snacking" do something else (ex. Go outside; call a (WLS) friend; come to the board and post, etc)

 

(18) Participate in a support group!!! It is a fact that those who attend supports groups have increased weight loss long term!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

(19) ok .. a little gross and try to figure out what I am saying .. What you think may be a “GAS" may come out as a “Liquid" or “Solid" .. so BE CAREFUL and BE PREPARED !!

 

(20) Remember to speak to your Doctor/Nutritionist regularly. 

 

(21) Speak to your Psychiatrist/Psychologist at least twice a year, especially when the “honeymoon" stage is  over.

 

(22) Keep your surgeon appointments.

 

(23) At specified intervals, get your blood-work done. Check with your Doctor.

 

(24) Shop the perimeter of the supermarkets.

 

(25) If you can’t pronounce the ingredients – don’t buy it!!

 

(26) Know I am always here for you :D

 

 

 

Tom just gave you great advice, as he always does! Those were exactly the instructions I, too, was given.
Congratulations on your surgery, I know you will do well. Visit this site often, as Tom said, we are here for you!

Tom
What is the rule of thumb for protein bars? 

Thanks
T

First rule of thumb - speak to your Doctor/Nutritionists about using them. Many do not like them, basically because they are too much like candy bar.

Second - if you are allowed them make sure they are "moist" and not too dry.

Finally, I would suggest staying with the same rules as if it was a protein drink. Remember these are all protein supplements.

 Congrats! The fact that you feel like e-mailing and talking about food is an excellent sign! I didn't eat for 2 days and the computer was pretty much off for the first week. Tom's list is also what I was given for the first 2 days. Good luck!