What I learned today about eating - ThinnerTimes

LisaBoston · 02-19-2006, 06:28 PM

My pouch "Elmo" has been happy living in Elmo's World, but last night....he went to Grouchland - happily transported by none other than myself.

Since I had surgery 3 weeks ago, I have been in my own home and bed 6 nights - all other times I have either been on the road or living in the hotel many miles from home. The first 2 weeks were fine as I lived on yogurt, popsicles and soup. So I had 6 days at home introducing new foods and Elmo was very happy.

I left my home again on Friday, to take my daughter to a figure skating competition (she won a Silver and a Gold) and once again had to eat out in public. Not a simple task. Breakfasts I had cold cereal and omelette and lunches I had yougurt smoothies. Supper is a different story. We went to the mall food court - I ordered soup, didn't sit well with me, so I had 3 shrimp off my husbands plate (Edo Japan) Did good with that. Last night, I lost my mind and without even thinking I had a few bites of my husbands take out Chinese. I ate 2 deepfried wonton that was fried in noodle, meat and bean sprouts. Elmo is not happy. It stayed down for about 20 seconds. The worst part was the heaving for the next hour...I didn't eat that much, but Elmo doesn't like Chinese. I trust once I am farther out, he will like it.

Did I learn something....yes....think before you put things in your mouth.

Other things I learned...its ok to chew something you might want (sugar peas) and spit it out. Not to eat silly things like I did.

Where my concern is......I am not consuming many calories a day. Even if its good things....there is not enough to feed a bird...I don't think I have had more than 500 calories in a day yet. My concern is that my body is going into starvation mode and that I am loosing muscle mass. I kneeled down on Friday to take a picture of my daughter on the podium, and I couldn't get up, there was NO strength in my legs. I can feel the difference in my legs all the time. According to the doctor, I can't do a good full workout until 8 weeks. I can walk *which I am* but nothing else.

Questions to you:
If you don't like protein drinks, how do you get in all your protein and what did you eat this early out?

Anyone experience loss of strength?

Other than that I feel pretty good. My incision is doing really well - almost all sealed up now. Mood swings no happening like they were earlier, still very tired.

If you are still reading....thanks.

bridgetgirl · 02-19-2006, 06:37 PM

Hey Lisa: Kudos to your daughter on her gold and siver (clap clap)

Protein drinks: Keep trying until ya find one ya like or add Whey protein into things you do like. You NEED your protein lil lady. There are cofffes with protein, protein waters, etc. Do whatya can, and dont kae excuses. Most stores offer moneyback gurantees if not satisifed, so ask about that, okay?

Loss of strength, Im a total weakling now than ever. I can hardly open a jar anymore-but Im okay with that n stuff. At this point in the game worry about protein and water intake, your body is feeding off stored fat. No need to worry about your body feeding off your lean muscle mass until not much fat is left.

bridgetgirl · 02-19-2006, 06:41 PM

PS

With regard to not being abnle to get up after kneeling. Typical. You are fatigued. Your niutrient intake is not what is used to be. In time things will get better oaky. Remember, althoug a wonderful creature You are not wonder woman. Know that its okay to be a lil vulnerable and not 100% atthis time, Your body, mind, psyche and family are all going through a huge adjustment right now.

Much love stapler sis! (( HUGS ))

LisaBoston · 02-19-2006, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by bridgetgirl

Hey Lisa: Kudos to your daughter on her gold and siver (clap clap)

Protein drinks: Keep trying until ya find one ya like or add Whey protein into things you do like. You NEED your protein lil lady. There are cofffes with protein, protein waters, etc. Do whatya can, and dont kae excuses. Most stores offer moneyback gurantees if not satisifed, so ask about that, okay?

Loss of strength, Im a total weakling now than ever. I can hardly open a jar anymore-but Im okay with that n stuff. At this point in the game worry about protein and water intake, your body is feeding off stored fat. No need to worry about your body feeding off your lean muscle mass until not much fat is left.

Thanks Bridget....I keep trying the protein options. I went to several this weekend and only 1 gave out sample packs and they don't take back opened cans...and they are huge. I haven't tried Unjury, but this is the next step for me. I have a few more sample packs soy and whey to try and see if I can stomach them down.

LisaM · 02-19-2006, 06:48 PM

The weakness in your legs will pass somewhere between three and five weeks - it was right at four weeks for me. And, if human beings have water, they can live without food at all for months. Yes, your body's in starvation mode--but it will soon adjust. It took me almost three months to get my intake over 500-600 calories a day... I run about 800 now.

And, if I remember right, weren't you the one who was wondering if your surgery had worked? Elmo knows it worked! Matilda reminded me again last night...

LisaM · 02-19-2006, 06:50 PM

I still don't (can't) stomach protein in liquid form. I eat a protein bar (Atkins Morning something-or-other) about three times a week... and other than that steadily maintain 70 to 80 grams of protein a day from food. It gets easier as you get further along. String cheese (mozzarella) is my friend. Four ozs = 36 grams of protein. Cottage cheese and fruit for breakfast (13 grams) Meat for lunch (usually chicken or tuna - 20 grams), plus soy chips or nuts of some kind - 5 to 7 grams of protein. Voila!