Originally Posted by
DebF
Amy, I totally get it! I’m scheduled for 2/5/19 surgery and begin my strict pre-op diet tomorrow (although I’ve been eating healthier and watching my portions for the past month for the most part). I also have indulged and became a bit obsessed with some of my very favorite New England foods - like a bucket of steamed clams!! LOL. Almost seems unrational, and kind of like saying goodbye to old “friends” so I get what your going through.
One reason I felt the sleeve would be best for me is it seems to be, for most people, the crucial TOOL to help with portion control. Combine that with a healthier way of eating and I’m praying and determined to make this a success story! Many people on this forum indicate that taste buds can change after surgery so just in case I NEVER again have a craving for steamed clams, I feel I’ve “checked off that box!” And if I DO still crave steamed clams I’ll be happy with having only 2-3 rather than the whole bucket.
Something I’ve been doing for the past 6 weeks or so is gathering a notebook full of recipes that are protein rich and healthy versions of things I like. Luckily I love veggies! Thinking it will fun to try out these new recipes after surgery and when I’m able to begin solid foods.
Good luck with this journey and look forward to hearing more!
Sorry NON-New England sleevers - I understand that eating steamed clams is considered an acquired taste and may be totally repulsive to many but I’m a hard-core New Englander and grew up with the best of the best shellfish/seafood! Hoping my taste buds after WLS will still favor salmon, haddock, shrimp, etc., but if not . . . Eh!
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