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Chili

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I remember reading somewhere on here that someone's doctor told them they should try Wendy's chili. A lot of people thought that was a nono. I have to say I have been having trouble eating more than 2 bits of anything. I made chili for my husband yesterday and was able to eat about 1/2 cup with no problems. I don't know if I was just having a good day or what but it stayed down. It can't be all that bad for you if you make it lean. Plus it has a lot of protein.
krystlmom
krystlmom
I haven't heard anything one way or the other.

My thoughts on this are:-

Tomatoes have acid and could cause dumping due to their inherent sugar content.

Positives are beans are good carbs and it has good protein, as most are able to tolerate ground meat.
God Bless!

Janelle
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My Sister had gastric bypass Nov 6th and her Doctor told her she could have wendy's chili. She has been eating it since the beginning and has had no problem with it. But everybody is different. I will have my surgery Dec.10 and I don't know if I will try it early on or not. I will have to see how I do. It is not on my doctor list. I hope this helps.
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i love hormel's turkey chili with no beans. yummy!
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Hello! I haven't heard anything about Wendy's specifically...but I tried making chili about 6 weeks post-op and it was an absolute no no for me. Everyone is different! Lots of protien...but not an option for some like me!
CindyLS
CindyLS
My doctor told me I could have all condiments and spices to flavor my food including chili powder. I've made different types of beans at home including chili and they all seem to stay down well.

I also have not had any issues with Tomato products. In fact, quite the opposite. Tomato soup, chili, and my mom's pasta sauce (over meatballs, no pasta) and even meatloaf with tomato sauce on top.
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I have done well with Chili, that I have made at home. I havent had Wendy's chili... yet!
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The stats are good, low fat low sugar, high protein check it out... http://www.calorieking.com/foods/calories-in-sides-chili-no-seasoning-crackers-or-cheese_f-Y2lkPTQyMzUmYmlkPTEwOTAmZmlkPTU3MDM3JmVpZD0yMTM5OTQxNDAmcG9zPTEmcGFyPSZrZXk9d2VuZHlz.html
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I find that one day you eat eggs and are excited then the next day you eat eggs again and they make you so sick you want to just die.. You will love things and some things won't love you... I find that I get hooked on one thing and then I get so tired of it. But I also find that my stomach reacts different on a daily basis... Just when you try it don't give up on it just wait a few days and try again....
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I eat Wendys chili about 2 or 3 times a week. I had my surgery 4 months ago. I buy a cup which is the smallest that they have. I can eat 1/2 at each meal. I add cheese to it and I eat a pack of the crackers with it as well. It is completely satisfying to me and does not cause me any pain unless I try to eat it to fast. I am not able to eat a large variety of foods so I am glad I found the chili. It tastes really good and you are getting a good amount of protein from it. Good Luck.
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