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Two things.........
1. You should be following your surgeon's plan - surgeons give you a plan stating what you should be eating, and when you should be eating it. Generally, liquids, then pureed foods, etc. They will set forth how often you should be eating and how much you should be eating.
2. Use the search feature (magnifying glass and right, at top of page) and look for posts about "head hunger" -- sometimes we "think" we're hungry, but it's not real hunger, and some people have to add an antacid to their day because of hunger symptoms. Read up on those issues.
If you want to be successful in the long run, you'll follow your surgeon's plan.
HW: 380 SW: 324 GW: 175
NONE of those things were on my surgeons post-op eating plan at two weeks. I was still on liquids at that point.
Are these things/volumes on your surgeon's post-op plan? Every surgeon is different, but I've never seen pork rinds and breads at two weeks out. Even if the bread is only eaten one slice at a time.
Anywho - there is a forum here on OH specifically for folks who've had the RnY (gastric bypass). Here is the link:
You'll likely get a wider variety of feedback over there so you may want to go ahead and crosspost your question. Best of luck to you on your journey.
Was struggling with food cravings and other issues but I regret posting now because mostly people have been rude and not helpful. Would delete if I could figure out how.
I am 10 years post op RNY and now have heart issues. I need a heart transplant and was wondering if anyone has heard of anyone who has had gastric bypass needing a heart transplant and where I might find any information on the topic. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
no bueno on the diet soda(bubbles are satan to our pouches).. But im so glad you were able to figure it out that was the cause. 
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Tracking! Keeps you honest and really shows you where you are going wrong. MyFitnessPal is fantastic!
I am 2 1/2 years out and am having the same regaining issues. I have gained 18pounds and highly ticked at myself. I did this to myself. Allowed too many carbs in and snacking on really bad stuff. So... went to this website and got remotivated. I am on my 7th day of back on track. I am doing the plan listed in this website. Mainly protein drinks for breakfast and lunch and lean protein and green veggies for dinner. Some say why protein drinks? Well apparently I keep breaking the rules and I need a strict plan. I feel better already and snacking cravings are so much better. I'll post the link and copy and paste the article I read. The whole website is very good. Good luck everyone.
THE PLANhttp://www.bariatriceating.com/2014/09/15/closing-in-on-30-pounds-re-lost/
1. FIVE protein drinks a day, non negotiable that the first one is within 30 minutes of waking up
2. A protein centered supper with lots of low carb vegetables
3. Save one protein drink for evening if you are a night time snacker
4. Recharge! Get some sleep. Plan for rest and recovery.
5. High Intensity Interval Training exercises to great music.
Gosh that sounds both harder yet easier than it really is. Get loaded up on protein drinks as the key is to start with a BANG and drop a fast five to ten pounds that will Grab your Attention and happily KEEP YOU MOVING FORWARD.
THE FOOD
I can hang in on this plan for a LONG TIME. I like absolutes. All or NOTHING. Cake or Death.
One really nice lean protein meal for supper, a tasty plate of food featuring a 4 to 6 ounce portion of solid protein. Steak, chicken, fish, shrimp, pork tenderloin, turkey or sirloin burgers surrounded by lower carb vegetables like tomato cucumber salad, broccoli, sautéed spinach or broccoli, baby green beans, rutabaga (don’t laugh), zucchini with almonds. After dinner munchies can be squashed by Fruity Speed Set Jigglin Gelatin or your last protein drink. With Inspire flavors like Peanut Butter Cookie, its a treat.
FAQ’s – Here are some answers to the questions I am asked via email over and over again.
Q: Can I have yogurt for breakfast?
A: Is yogurt a protein drink? Then NO. You can have a protein drink for breakfast.
Q: Can I have salad for lunch?
A: Is salad a protein drink? Then NO. You can have protein drink for lunch.
Q: Why can’t I substitute more food for protein drinks?
A: If you were so good at the food part you wouldn’t need to go commando to lose 30 pounds right about now, so stick to this like glue to lose the weight. Then you can add food back to screw it up.
Q: Can I skip the exercise part because have bad [check one] knees, back, ankles, neck, left pinkie AND I CANNOT EXERCISE which is why I was MO ya know.
A: NO, you can’t skip the exercise part!!! We have streaming BJ Gaddour exercise videos where your feet do not leave the floor. With all due respect, stop the bs, you are fooling no one but yourself telling people you can’t exercise. This weekend I saw Prince Harry playing full field football with teams in wheelchairs! If you don’t want to exercise, that is fine as it’s up to you, but lets get real with the ‘I can’t’. Sorry, but everyone you say that to does an eye roll.
Hi everyone,
I am almost 3 years out of my surgery and back sliding a bit. The last 6-8 months I have surrendered to my cravings and just not been on a regimen. I have gained 20 lbs and it is terrible. I want to know any suggestions people have to get back on track. From stomach shrinking diets, to everyday eating, how to change, etc. I am taking responsibility and moving forward in the right direction. No more weight gain, I cannot do this again. Please help.
I had an Dextran iron infusion a little over a week ago. It was on a Friday, I begin getting a rash on Saturday night. By Monday morning it was getting worse especially on my fingertips. It was almost like little blisters. He called in a steroid. Most of the rash is gone now. But my left pinky finger is still spotted almost with blister it is very sensitive to touch but yet it also feels numb. I is almost like if it had been burned. I won't do anymore iron transfusions in the future.
