Question:
ARE RNY PATIENTS EVER ABLE TO EAT STEAK OR BREAD AGAIN?

I AM SO UN-DECIDED AS TO WHICH SURGERY TO HAVE, THE RNY OR THE DS. CAN ANYONE GIVE THE HONEST PROS AND CONS FOR EACH?    — Lisa L. (posted on January 22, 2010)

January 21, 2010
I had the RNY in October and at 3 months post-op (last week) I had about 1/3 of a 7oz filet mingnon. I can also eat bread with no problems, but of course, I do not indulge often. So yes, RNY'ers can have both. There are pro's and con's for both. The DS is a much more invasive surgery, and you have to maintain a very strict vitamin regimen post-op. RNY does as well, but it's not nearly as rigid. Some studies show DS patients keep weight off longer, but to me it's hogwash... if people would make the lifestyle changes permanent, we'd all keep the weight off. I won't bash either, it just depends on what you want and what you can handle post-op. I would have gone for the DS originally, but I'm satisfied with my RNY and the weight loss so far resulting from it.
   — Jennifer F.

January 22, 2010
GO TO WWW.LAPSF.COM, ON THE LEFT SIDE BLUE BOX CLICK "WEIGHT LOSS AND REVISIONAL SURGERIES" THEN CLICK "INTRO-WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS", SCROLL DOWN TO WHERE YOU SEE THE PICTURE OF A STOMACH-CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE "SURGERY COMPARISON CHART". PRINT THIS EMAIL SO YOU CAN FOLLOW MY INSTRUCTIONS. Usually your doctor will tell you which surgery will best fit your life style or the amount of weight you need to lose. For me, it was the simple fact that my insurance company would only cover the RNY plus I had under 100 lbs to lose. Hope this helps. This chart is very helpful. They are the drs that did my surgery and yes, you can have bread/steak but not for a very long time. Steak is still "iffy" for me, even 4 yrs out. It depends on how it is cut and cooked and what type (round vs mignot). Bread, yes, but again, it goes to how long you are post op before eating it. Small bites on both and chew well.
   — Kristy

January 22, 2010
I can say after having the RNY 6 years ago that bread has never been an issue. I can eat steak but I'm not much of a meat eater. I've never had issues with hamburger but for some reason yesterday it all came back up. I don't know a thing about the DS surgery so sorry I can't give you any pros or cons about that. I did watch a video yesterday showing the RNY procedure and I couldn't believe that I had that done! Really look deep inside yourself and ask if this is truly what you need or want to do.
   — Sharon B.

January 22, 2010
Had RNY 2 years ago, and bread hurts my pouch and don't crave it much since surgery.. Steak is another issue, I can eat about 3oz of steak and chew it very good. Bread just takes up room and has no nutritional value..Don't know much about the DS so can't comment on that one. But I am very happy with the RNY aspect and would do it again a hundred times over. Good luck.
   — okbuffy

January 22, 2010
Like the previous posts, I can eat LEAN steak with no problems. In fact it was the first food that I added back into my diet. I do have problems with fatty red meat. I can handle bread in very small amounts but try to avoid it. I am just 7 months post op and still trying out different foods. Best of luck in your journey.
   — [Deactivated Member]

January 22, 2010
I am 5 months post op and I had the RNY. I can't tolerate protein at all, so I supplement with protein shakes and beans. Plus my Dr. said no red meat for 6 months.
   — FSUMom

January 22, 2010
I don't waste the space on bread. If after I eat my protein and veggies then i might have a small taste of the bread if it appeals to me. I do eat steak, but i always enjoyed my steak medium rare and that has served me well as it is easier to eat and chew. If any meat is too over cooked or dry, I just leave it alone because it is just too hard on my pouch.
   — DeniseHolstege

January 23, 2010
Hello, I am 5 years post op and can eat steak....between 3 to 4 oz. depending if I have a veggie with it or not. Bread I can tolerate but it fills me up too quick; then I can't get my protein in; then my sugar level drops. So I try to stear clear of bread. Janet
   — Janet H.

January 23, 2010
I am 10 and a half months out from laparoscopic RNY, and I can eat steak AND bread AND sweets....steak, I have to eat medium-rare and cut it fairly small bites, no bigger than half an inch square. As far as eating bread, my surgeon and his registered dietician have said that we can have bread as long as it is whole grain and NOT white flour (and you make sure you eat your required protein BEFORE you eat the carbs - and they would RATHER you get your carbs from vegetables and fruits, but do allow whole grains such as brown rice, quinoa, barley, etc.). ONCE in a RARE while, I will have something like a Hershey's kiss, or ONE bite of pie, but if I crave something sweet, I will usually have a fat-free, sugar-free Jell-O pudding, or sliced strawberries with a packet of Splenda sprinkled on it.
   — Erica Alikchihoo

January 23, 2010
Some people and tolerate red meat, while others can not. I am gradually incorporating solid foods ounce by ounce every two weeks. Best to you.
   — [Deactivated Member]

January 23, 2010
I'm 2 months out, and have been able to eat bread for several weeks. I mostly avoid it, because I'm focused on losing weight and getting in my protein. But it seems to be easy to digest. Red meats are several months away yet.
   — Janell C.

January 23, 2010
I can eat pretty much anything I want. I make healthy choices. and eat few carbs, I love steak, but I can't eat it at all times, if a steak, or pork etc, isn't cooked right, It may not agree with me and therefore i cannot eat it. But after some time..you can eat pretty much anything. I eat healthily to maintain my 120 pound loss..so far so good. I have been maintaining for almost 11 months. Best of luck! hugs,kim
   — gpcmist

January 25, 2010
The surgery you choose is a personal choice --- glad you are doing research --- we've all been there. For me, the DS seems the most radical and most complicated. But I know people (from support group) who had it and did very well. It's a personal preference. You should discuss with your surgeon and decide based on your specific goals for a health new you. I had LAP RNY almost 3 years ago (2/15/07). I am not much of a red meat eater -- but I have no issues with steak. But when I eat steak - it's filet mignon or high quality. Bread. I can eat toast w/o any issues. Bread can be tricky. If it's very "doughie" "mushy" "yeasty" --- it will make me sick. Good luck.
   — jammerz

January 30, 2010
If you chew your meat well you should have no problem with limits. Bread on the other hand is a YMMV food. Some can, some can't, some can only eat whole grain, others can handle a bread stick or roll on occasion. Everything is trial and error in SMALL quantities to see what your body will tolerate.
   — [Deactivated Member]

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