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Judy-Anderson
Judy-Anderson
Well, I went to a woman's meeting last night at church and one of them had made. Some veggie bars. Looked great, but I didn't eat any. Well. She had me take some home and I thought I could have some. So I'm eating and chewing and I'm thinking this is so good for me. HAH!!!! I look up protein of cream cheese on the internet AFTER I eat it. Cream cheese is very high in fat. I didn't know that, I hope I don't get sick for one thing. And another, I hope I don't get set back because of the extra calories. I have tried so hard to keep it down there and still get the protein. And another thing, I have FAT FREE cream cheese in my fridge! Seems like Church people like to cook to fatten everyone up. lol. Only right now, I can't say that would be me. This church person is looking for a leaner menu. Wish I had the know how to start a diet restaurant here in town. Fat free, sugar free, tasty foods with smaller menus. Any hoooooo!
Now I also would like to know, how much can everyone eat. Today was about the first time I really ate till I felt full, and it seemed tooooo much!!! I had been measuring my stuff before to 1/4 to 1/2 cup. I had four ounces protein drink. And than the veggie bars, one and a half of them. Just seemed like too much! Thanks for reading all this. Judy
deleted_user
deleted_user
That is why I will not eat anything unless I know what is in it. My Nut is a BIG one on reading labels and has drilled that into my head LOL. I have also thought I wish there was a restaurant that catered to our needs!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am sure the little bit you had won't set you back in your weight loss, however I would be wary in the furture of eating anything that you don't know the ingredients for.

I am 2 weeks post op and I eat like 5 or 6 bites of something and I am full. :)
deleted_user
deleted_user
I'm still pre-op but any time I have a physical problem, all the people at church thinks I'm not eating enough calories. Of course, most of them know of horror stories from 30 years ago so they don't want me to have any type of surgery. I'm sure you will be ok.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am sure that the few extra calories aren't going to make a big difference. I don't know how far out you are, so not sure if you are eating to much or not enough. I am 3 1/2 years out. Now I can eat pretty normal. Just use a small plate so it "looks" like I am not depriving myself. I can eat to much, so I have to really watch it now. Keep measuring your food, don't get away from it in the years to come. I did and ended up gaining 15 lbs. So now working on getting it off. Also make sure that you always read all labels and know what is in whatever goes into your mouth. I have dumped to many times when I thought something wasn't to bad. Don't ever try sugar! I so wish I would of never tried it. I have found I can eat "SOME" but I shouldn't of done any! Sorry didn't mean to go on so long. I have just failed in these areas and I wish I could go back and start over. But now I just have to make the changes again.
deleted_user
deleted_user
i am 5 weeks out and i measure out 1/4 cup, but never finish it all. last night i was able to eat half a scrambled egg with cheese.
Judy-Anderson
Judy-Anderson
thanks everyone for the input, Any information is good information. I had bypass in July 12th 2011. I did go back and read that even a cup is normal for my stage. So, whew. I am a little tiny bit over three months....
Lcat4
Lcat4
1/4 c, 1/2c, 1 cup. Different foods can be eaten more or less of. Heavy meat protein fills quicker so you might only get 1/4 c. Lighter foods like fruit might be closer to a cup. Always know what the nutrition is for what you ate. Regular cream cheese or cheese isn't going to hurt you. Just because you measure doesn't mean you want to eat it all. Always take one bite at a time and stop when your stomach signals you to. Don't eat until you are full because it might be too much. If it seems like too much, it probably is
deleted_user
deleted_user
Judy, I'm also about three months out. July 11th. I agree that different food fill you more than others.. Seems the protein foods are more filling and some times it's hard to get down. I do enjoy salads now and I can eat about a cup with some chicken.. I'ts nice when you can follow others that are at the same stage. Thanks for shareing.
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deleted_user
hey, there! don't panic!!

I know how you feel- for me, sometimes I feel like I am eating too much... the problem I have is when I don't chew enough, or don't pay attention to what I'm eating- then I get this pain in my back and I know it's sort of stuck or something!!

so far, everything tastes so good, and "new"... yesterday I had a half bagel from Panera with light cream cheese (thought I'd died and gone to Heaven!)... but I know I can't do that every day... for me I know I'm not drinking enough water..... it helps so much!

just think how fabulous you are doing, and how far you've come already!!! good that you are concerned, but don't forget the JOY that you feel!!!! and, I read your other post about church... get in there and be heard, girl!!!!! Get in their faces and share the joy!