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Fun fact: We, at The Sleeved Dietitian, disagree with the common recommendation to never snack again after WLS. We just don’t think that it is realistic!
Snacks can be really helpful in hitting our protein goals. Since we can’t eat very much at once, having snacks throughout the day can help ensure that you are continually getting your protein in!
Our motto is: all foods can fit, just not all the time.
And we even think it is okay to eat at night! It’s important to know the difference between Snacking and grazing so you can make empowered decisions that make you feel good, and help you to stay on track with your weight and wellness goals. Check out this post for more about Snacking vs Grazing after WLS
One of the biggest issues we see in the community is not being prepared with on-the-go snacks to keep you fueled and energized throughout the day. Life happens and we forget our lunch at home or go out to eat instead or get stuck in traffic. It’s important to be prepared when you can! This is why we suggest having a few snacks on hand at all times.
Here are some easy grab-and-go snacks to keep on hand for WLS:
- Pre-made protein shakes with a minimum of 20g of protein per serving (Examples: Fairlife, Muscle Milk, Premier Protein, Quest)
- Protein chips (Examples: Quest, Wilde, Legendary)
- Meat sticks/jerky
- String cheese
- Dried beans (Examples: chickpeas, edamame, etc.)
- Protein bars
Wrapping it all up
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Imagine if you could:
-Stop obsessing over every bite.
-Eat enough to keep you full and satisfied AND still hit your goals
-Stop the regain train and get back on track
-Let go of the guilt you feel every day when you aren’t “perfect” with your eating.
-Create epic, long-lasting changes in your habits so you can keep the weight off long term.
The thing is you can. And we’re going to help you make it happen!
