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Post by BrooklynVSGer on Oct 10, 2013 22:17:09 GMT -5
So I'm about an hour away from my 1 month surgiversary. I am craving a coffee ( I'll settle for decaf ) with creamer ( I'll take fat free or sugar free if I have to ) I tried having almond milk in iced coffee it just was miserable. Also craving an apple!! Not cake not pizza not fried foods but an apple! I feel I didn't receive any guidance on fruits and veggies from my nutritionist I'm confused  Thoughts... |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 10, 2013 22:23:03 GMT -5
Hi, I can not do milk but I do not have any issues with heavy cream. How about trying a little unsweateded Apple Sauce? At one month out I was still on liquids so I can not speak to what your Dr. recomends. But I think it is way to early for fibrous stuff! Congratulations on your surgery.
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Whit
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Post by BrooklynVSGer on Oct 10, 2013 22:26:55 GMT -5
The heavy cream I think has too much fat for me. maybe I'll try the coffee mate but I'm always scared to try new things thanks whit
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Post by PrettyGirlBounce on Oct 11, 2013 2:23:55 GMT -5
I know you had mentioned the "crunch" of the apple in another post, but are you open to a warm, squishy, soft apple with no skin (because it is too fibrous and hard to digest this early out)?
I will find that thread for you and post it here. I believe there were instructions on making baked apples (in the oven and/or microwave). Yum!
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Post by kennyk on Oct 11, 2013 2:45:35 GMT -5
Peal and core an apple.
cut like quarters. small covered pot with diet soda, crystal light, etc.
boil/steam and YUMMMY
even better with whipped cream!
K
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Post by PrettyGirlBounce on Oct 11, 2013 3:16:15 GMT -5
Well mine is more like peel and core an apple to 3/4 of the depth of the apple. In a separate bowl, melt 2 tbsp of butter in the microwave. Add spices (such as cinnamon, nutmeg, splenda w/brown sugar, sweetener of choice, or raisins, nuts etc when you are further out) to melted butter and stir. Pour mixture into partially cored apple and either cook it in the microwave or bake it slowly in the oven in a safe dish because it will be bubbly. Delicious!
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Post by michellemj on Oct 11, 2013 8:30:33 GMT -5
Depending on how much cream you'd add to your coffee, I don't think the fat will matter all that much. Or try half and half or whole milk.
and a month out, my belly would have revolted w. an apple. But applesauce was ok. Maybe that will help your cravings a bit?
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Post by BrooklynVSGer on Oct 11, 2013 14:22:21 GMT -5
Thanks guys! I'm so afraid of getting sick that trying things that aren't on my list make me so nervous! Like ok I'm glad that the protein stuff agrees with me but something's I don't know if I can have?? Like I see people talking about protein bars and my nutritionist never mentioned this to me and I have a hard time with the shakes! I would love a protein bar! Going to try the apple that Lisa posted it sounds good and will satisfy my fall craving!
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Post by PrettyGirlBounce on Oct 11, 2013 14:52:13 GMT -5
Thanks guys! I'm so afraid of getting sick that trying things that aren't on my list make me so nervous! Like ok I'm glad that the protein stuff agrees with me but something's I don't know if I can have?? Like I see people talking about protein bars and my nutritionist never mentioned this to me and I have a hard time with the shakes! I would love a protein bar! Going to try the apple that Lisa posted it sounds good and will satisfy my fall craving! Girl, I hear you. All of this shiz can get quite confusing and overwhelming. One thing I do know is that *most* nutritionists (I use that term loosely lol) suck a bag o' thumbs and preach the low calorie, low fat diet mantra for VSGers and DSers. I know you are early out still, but you will find MUCH better and more thorough information and ideas here on the boards. You know, from vets that have years of experience actually living with the surgeries rather than a pen pusher that simply took nutritional classes. Please don't get me wrong, there are a few that "get it" and are awesome (and by few I mean 3 in the country lol) but unfortunately many WLS people end up here and once they begin implementing ideas and such from vets, they can achieve an optimum result with their surgery choice. Those yummy apples will be awesome for you a few weeks down the road (or if you try it sooner, cook that bad boy till it can be mushed with your fork - realllllly soft). OMG I love me some fall foods (like pumpkin anything lol).  Edited to Add: Just so I'm clear, I am by no means telling you to not listen to your NUT and/or doctor's instructions. Just to take the info with a grain of salt and compare it with real-life experiences and suggestions. |
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Post by Leonie on Oct 13, 2013 11:18:06 GMT -5
I would say that you can eat ANYTHING!
But only a teaspoonful or a slice.
If it is crunchy, chew it until it is liquid.
Wait a couple of hours and try another taste. You will know soon enough.
As you are a VSGer, watch the calories.
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Post by BrooklynVSGer on Oct 14, 2013 21:55:54 GMT -5
Thanks guys! I'm so afraid of getting sick that trying things that aren't on my list make me so nervous! Like ok I'm glad that the protein stuff agrees with me but something's I don't know if I can have?? Like I see people talking about protein bars and my nutritionist never mentioned this to me and I have a hard time with the shakes! I would love a protein bar! Going to try the apple that Lisa posted it sounds good and will satisfy my fall craving! Girl, I hear you. All of this shiz can get quite confusing and overwhelming. One thing I do know is that *most* nutritionists (I use that term loosely lol) suck a bag o' thumbs and preach the low calorie, low fat diet mantra for VSGers and DSers. I know you are early out still, but you will find MUCH better and more thorough information and ideas here on the boards. You know, from vets that have years of experience actually living with the surgeries rather than a pen pusher that simply took nutritional classes. Please don't get me wrong, there are a few that "get it" and are awesome (and by few I mean 3 in the country lol) but unfortunately many WLS people end up here and once they begin implementing ideas and such from vets, they can achieve an optimum result with their surgery choice. Those yummy apples will be awesome for you a few weeks down the road (or if you try it sooner, cook that bad boy till it can be mushed with your fork - realllllly soft). OMG I love me some fall foods (like pumpkin anything lol). Edited to Add: Just so I'm clear, I am by no means telling you to not listen to your NUT and/or doctor's instructions. Just to take the info with a grain of salt and compare it with real-life experiences and suggestions. Why are you so smart?? Seriously though ?? Lol thanks Lisa!  |
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Post by BrooklynVSGer on Oct 14, 2013 21:57:14 GMT -5
I would say that you can eat ANYTHING! But only a teaspoonful or a slice. If it is crunchy, chew it until it is liquid. Wait a couple of hours and try another taste. You will know soon enough. As you are a VSGer, watch the calories. Good advice! I should grow some balls and just try it! |
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Post by Girlrocker on Oct 16, 2013 12:23:56 GMT -5
Hi, I was gonna say same, try that 'fear' and dive into the new adventure of it all! No question it can be overwhelming, such a big change so fast. But there's so much trial and error involved, first while you're healing and then when you start to reintegrate a bigger variety of foods.
I love Coffeemate, and think you would do fine with that, or half and half. I was going to suggest applesauce too, or baked style, which you can even do in the microwave, apples, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, splenda brown sugar; but I do love them best on the stovetop with a little butter, or for you, a good butter alternative like smart balance.
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Post by BrooklynVSGer on Oct 16, 2013 21:31:17 GMT -5
Hi, I was gonna say same, try that 'fear' and dive into the new adventure of it all! No question it can be overwhelming, such a big change so fast. But there's so much trial and error involved, first while you're healing and then when you start to reintegrate a bigger variety of foods. I love Coffeemate, and think you would do fine with that, or half and half. I was going to suggest applesauce too, or baked style, which you can even do in the microwave, apples, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, splenda brown sugar; but I do love them best on the stovetop with a little butter, or for you, a good butter alternative like smart balance. Yummy ! I saw your pumpkin cheesecake recipe that I think I'm going to make my sister Lauren make for thanksgiving!! I've been having pumpkin coffeemate with my decaf and added protein shake concoction . No problems ! |
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Post by michellemj on Oct 17, 2013 8:21:04 GMT -5
If you are a big pumpkin fan, I lived off of this concoction early post-op (I had my VSG in Oct 2010). I don't recall exact measurements as I did things to taste but this is a rough estimate.
goat cheese ricotta (1/2 cup?)
scoop of vanilla protein powder
canned pumpkin puree (1/4 cup?)
pumpkin pie spice (couple dashes?)
It was nice and mushy and tasted like pumpkin pie/pumpkin cheesecake. and I still make it on occasion for a nice snack.
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Post by brooklyngirl on Oct 17, 2013 11:38:13 GMT -5
Mmmm, that does sound like a good snack
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