Guest guest Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 I find that many patients get caught up in staying with 1/2 to 1 cup portions as a rule of thumb, but fail to recognize hunger and fullness. I focus more on listening to their bodies and helping them become aware of what their bodies are telling them while continuing to eat off a small plate. Does anyone have any input on what they practice with patients or talk about regarding portions in support groups or follow up visits? I have some patients that get very upset when I explain to them that there is no exact amount to be eating after surgery, but to stay around 1/2 - 1 1/2 cup portions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 amen!! Diane Olson MS RD CDE UW Health Bariatric Surgery Program University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics (608) 265-1718 dolson3@... From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Laschkwitsch, :LPH Weight Management InstituteSent: Friday, December 30, 2011 11:47 AM Subject: RE: portions From an early point we use hunger/fullness scales, discuss slow eating and talk about differences in portions of watery foods like vegetables vs dense foods like meats. I use food models to give them estimates but I have NEVER told patient in 7 years that they need a specific amount like ½ cup, when this advice was given by MD’s I found patients just felt wrong when they were unable to sustain that amount. Some people need months of reassurance but eventually they learn to trust their bodies. I believe that even if it takes time less specific portion advise and more emphasis on diet balance, quality and listening to signs of fullness makes it work in the long-term. Just my 2 cents. From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of AbbySent: Friday, December 30, 2011 8:19 AM Subject: portions I find that many patients get caught up in staying with 1/2 to 1 cup portions as a rule of thumb, but fail to recognize hunger and fullness. I focus more on listening to their bodies and helping them become aware of what their bodies are telling them while continuing to eat off a small plate. Does anyone have any input on what they practice with patients or talk about regarding portions in support groups or follow up visits? I have some patients that get very upset when I explain to them that there is no exact amount to be eating after surgery, but to stay around 1/2 - 1 1/2 cup portions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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