snacks

pre and post op life....

what do u snack on?? and is carnation instant breakfast gross, filling, or inbetween?




sara

Hey Sara..
First I want to congratulate you on really stepping up and getting informed and asking questions! Good for you!

Carnation instant breakfast (no sugar added) is tasty and I find it to be fairly filling.
As for snacks, I usually have fruit of some kind, I have actually found I prefer fruit now, to the junk I used to eat for snacks. Or I will have a yogurt, cottage cheese, cheese sticks, or maybe sliced cucumbers.. something light but that I like.

Right now, as you prepare for surgery, you can be pretty free with most fresh veggies. A large salad with several different veggies can be a great choice, if you like this. It can help fill you, but has little calories

The sugar free carnation instant breakfast is satisfying and filling. Snacks, a few nuts, a piece of string cheese, a few grapes usually hit the spot. Banish the chips, cookies and candy from the house. Hugs

thanks, I know its a life change and i want to be prepared. i worry about getting approval but i have 2 drs that say i need it or support me and maybe even a new shrink or my old one i dont know and my therapist would prob write me something too. i just really want to loose this 20 lbs. they're pretty strict about making u loose weight first, at least where i am at. i just want to be healthier and even tho i dont like many veggies i need to find a way to eat better. i plan on getting a pressure cooker and finding somewhere to get fresh green beans too. but it all takes time and money. i plan on buying those drinks later today. i know giant eagle sells them does anyone else.