Hi I am a new post op, hope you don't mind the post..

I was just curious if you guys eat sushi at all, especially the rolls? This is my absolute FAVORITE food in the world and I would hate to think I could never eat it again. How do docs usually feel about the raw fish thing? I know I need to ask my own this question but was just wondering in general. Any other sushi lovers out there??? ; ) Thanks! Melissa

Hi Melissa! Congratulations on joining the "losing side"!!! I know that everyone's doctor's instructions are different, but just from the stand point of the change in our eating habits after WLS, rice contains only empty calories and are 100% carbs. I myself love "sushi". I had lap rny on January 10, 2005, almost 2 years ago. I do enjoy my raw fish and seafood, but stay away from rice, pasta, bread, etc. Think protein (chicken, fish, tofu, etc.). You only recently had WLS, you might want to check with your surgeon as to what he recommends. As for myself, my surgeon is very strict and to the point. I have been able to stick with the foods that I started with right after surgery. After going through this wonderful change I would not go back to the way I used to eat. Not to scare you, but here's a typical menu for me in a day: Breakfast: Protein shake Lunch: 4 oz. protein, vegetables Dinner: 4 oz. protein, vegetables Possibly another protein shake after dinner Also, don't forget lot's of water. I keep my calories to approx. 700-750 calories per day. I started out at 261 and currently weigh 130 pounds. Hope this helps! You should really check with your doctor. Everyone will probably have there own regime. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!! Aloha, Pat

no, didn't eat it before nor after. I like my fish stuff cooked by fire. Darlene

I am a lap band patient, and I LOVE sushi! I have to eat it very slowly, but it fits great into a healthy diet. You are eating good protein with a little rice. Very low in calories. Have you also tried sashimi? It's simply sushi without the rice. It's wonderful too. I would encourage you to eat up....

great news! thanks! ;o)

Another sashimi lover here. The rice is a little prone to swell on me But the fish alone? In a hint of wasabi and with a slice of ginger? LOVE IT!!! I'm 3 ½ years post at/below goal for over 2. I have sashimi at least once a week, often more. Best Wishes- Dx

yeeeeeah, obviosly it won't be for a while, but good to know!! ;o) thanks!!

Hi Melissa. I love sushi.....only the kind with imitation crab though. I do okay with the rice, just chew it way down. Our local grocery store makes it and it's awesome, the only drawback is how expensive it is for the amout you get. If I start wanting it everyday and I add it to my daily starbucks habit, I'm in trouble! Have a great day! Cathy

Hi, I don't LOVE sushi, but I have eaten it several times since my WLS which was 14 months ago. I don't believe losing the weight is all about strictly eating just protein and vegetables. I believe it is about eating right and eating proper sized portions. Think about it: People of a healthy weight eat carbs, they just don't gorge themselves. Healthy people eat sweets, but in moderation. I eat everything, carbs, sweets, EVERYTHING, and I have lost 170 lbs. So if you love sushi, go ahead and eat it, just remember you need to eat it in moderation. I don't know where you are in your recovery from WLS. Of course while your pouch is healing, for at least the first 6 weeks, you should be on the soft, doctor recommended diet. I am new to these boards myself, and I find it interesting that the word addiction doesn't come up. I believe all of us that struggle with our weight are food addicts. We need to look at our eating habits as any addict looks at their addiction, regardless of what they are addicted too. Why is it such a struggle even after we have lost the weight? It's because we are addicted to food. Any alcoholic will tell you even if they have been sober for 10 years, they are still an alcoholic. The problem with food is, you just can't quit it completely, we all have to eat to live. It's the hardest of all addictions. I think it is crazy to believe that a year or two of eating high protein and vegetables, and losing a couple of hundred pounds is the solution to anybody's problem. The solution is understanding why you overate in the first place, and learning to eat correctly from this day forward.