Question:
Carbs is in everything. I want to stay away from Carbs, So I have decided to no

eat Breads.. Crackers.. Pasta.. Rice.. I am now eating Spinish.. green beans.. ETC. It does get boring. But I am sticking to it. I have a hard time with breakfast because I have no clue to what I should eat. I usually have Lite Fruit Cocktail & Cottage cheese. I am aware that this carries Carbs.. Bur what can we eat that don't have Carbs. Am I doing this right?    — Lucy B. (posted on June 26, 2002)

June 26, 2002
A LOW carb diet does not have to mean a NO carb diet. As long as you are eating protein first and foremost, then veggies/fruit, then carbs if you have room, you are fine. You are probably right to stay away from the "white" carbs (rice, pasta, potatoes, white flour, etc.) but there are LOTS of good carb choices out there: fruits, veggies, and whole grain products. A slice of 100% whole wheat bread does have carbs BUT it also has fiber (which you need unless you want to call roto-rooter. Trust me: you may want to work in some oatmeal made w/milk every couple days LOL) as does fruit and veggies. The white carbs have been stripped of everything that makes 'em good for you. Never forget: your body NEEDS carbs and fats to function. Good luck and happy losing!
   — ctyst

June 26, 2002
A good well balanced diet is better than cutting out all carbs. I know about craving carbs, but I have noticed that I crave them when I am feeling down or have not had enough rest. Especially at the end of the day, between lunch and supper. Try fruit in place of a carb to see if this helps. It has helped me some. Keep up the good work!
   — paula G.

June 26, 2002
Good for you! It has been a year since my surgery. It has been a year since I have eaten: pizza, pasta, bread, rice, white flour, sugar and processed foods. For breakfast, I almost always have scr. egg whites & one slice cheddar cheese. *I get carbs from fruit & veggies. Good luck! I am now -169 pounds and at goal :-) *once in awhile, I will have a "bite" of somebody's pie, etc...once a month about. It is ok by me. NOTHING tastes as good as thin feels!
   — Barbara B.

June 26, 2002
I know exactly what you mean about carbs. I am on a protein sparing diet to lose my 10% before surgery. But I got creative. Eggbeater omlet with veggies, and a piece of fruit for breakfast, or half a container of yogurt mixed with cottage cheese, or just yogurt, or just cottage cheese with a piece of fruit. salad with tuna/ crabmeat/shrimp/or chicken, whatever I am in the mood for for lunch. And a 3 oz chicken breast and veggies for dinner. I find no cal/co fat/no carbs sauces to dress up my chicken so it doesnt seem so plain. I have lost 12 lbs so far. Good luck. Email me if u have questions. [email protected]
   — Shavonne P.

June 26, 2002
I agree with Cheri, the first poster. You need to have some carbs in your diet. How boring to be on a no carb diet. There is nothing that says you have to delete carbs from your post-op diet. Cutting way back is good, but eliminating is not. Popcorn is a great carb and believe me works as a great roto rooter!! 1/2 sandwiches on whole grain bread is another good choice. I, too, stay away from pizza, white bread and white rice. But I do eat pasta on occasion, whole grain breads, mini chocolate chip cookies and popcorn.
   — Cindy R.

June 26, 2002
Lucy, forgot to mention a great breakfast that I have had every am for the past 4 months-1 scrambled egg with melted cheese and a tablespoon of veggie chili on top. Yum, and pure protein.
   — Cindy R.

June 26, 2002
If your are looking for something that does not have carbs for breakfast. How about boiled eggs/no yolk.
   — Audrey M.

June 26, 2002
Get "Protein Power" or check it out from the library, or "The Akins Diet" Both are no carb diet books explaining the whole ordeal with ketosis, and protein what to eat what not to eat ect. My best friend for breakfast eats a slice of turkey rolled up with swiss cheese and mustard for breakfast every morning. Sometimes she changes the meat, and the cheese, but its always a meat and cheese roll Her doctor says absolutley no carbs, so no breads rice, ect you get the picture. Good luck and congrats on trying to maximize your weightloss during the honeymoon stage. ~Ang~
   — angel_wls

June 27, 2002
hello! post surgery i was told by my nutritionist that i needed 100 grams of carbs a day...i had a really hard time getting that in but for a balanced diet and healthy nutrition you should get all of the groups - carbs, protein, fats, sugars...i just make protein the main part of my meal and have a few bites of rice or potatos with it or maybe 1/2 piece of crustless bread with an egg... good luck!
   — jkb

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