Loved this cookbook! Recipes are easy to follow and can be eaten by the family who did not have surgery. I would purchase again w/no hesitation, way better than The High Protein book.

This is a wonderful cookbook for people who have had weight loss surgery. It is hard to know what to eat, how much to eat, and to come up with appetizing dishes that are perfect for those of us who have had WLS. The receipes in this cookbook are wonderful - and not just for the WLS eaters, but for the whole family. Those are the kind of dishes that we all need. Also, many good ideas for those of us who go to family dinners, pot lucks, etc. No one would ever know that these dishes came from a WLS cookbook. I'm glad I have this book and know that it will be used a lot in the futture.

I was a little skeptical at first when I ordered it, but I became quickly happy as I initially browsed this book.

This cookbook, with numerous delicious recipes, addresses several concerns amongst weight-loss patients, whether you have a lap-band, gastric bypass. or BPD-DS:

1. It informs each type of patient how they should ingest the food depending how long it has been since their surgery. For example, if you're recovering from lap band surgery and it's been more than a week, it will inform you that you should puree your food. Beyond that, it will let you know what you should do incrementally. AS WITH ANYTHING, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR ANYWAY - my doctor agreed with most of its recommendations, but you should always be knowledgable about the medical field's recent findings.
2. Nutritional data - calories, protein, fat, carbohydrates, cholesterol, fiber and sodium. These are all hot topics with weight-loss surgery patients and each recipe gives you a breakdown of each, per serving, to a ludicrous 2-decimal accuracy. This is helpful for ALL of us.

Contrary to another review that I read on this product that initially gave me pause, the ingredients are not too "exotic." I've been cooking out of the Joy of Cooking book for years and nothing within THIS book surprised me in the slightest. If you're used to Stouffers and Hungry Man dinners, you might be a little baffled by the ingredient list; however, casual cooks will recognize most if not all of the ingredients. I was able to find ALL the ingredients at a local Fry's grocery store and Costco as needed.

My absolute favorites in this book are the "asian turkey-filled cabbage dumplings" and the "un-pasta lasagna with tomato sauce" (which uses zuchinni strips instead of noodles). Both recipes make me feel like I'm cheating, but I'm not!!!!

I found the recipes to be difficult and the ingredients hard to find. Also, the authors recommendations for when to advance from liquids to mush, to soft, etc did not follow my surgeons. One has to keep in mind her recommendations are more guidelines and you should always follow your doctor's. I did like that fact that she has had surgery and could relate to some of the difficulties.

This is the best cookbook out there for post bariatric patients. There are wonderful recipes that are easy to prepare and you are given exactly how much protein you will be getting with each meal - which is more important than anything. I love the fact that it was put together by someone who has had the surgery and that she couldn't find a cookbook out there for herself. Face it there isn't much out there for us. This is a great example of a well put together cookbook.

First off I want to say that anyone could make these recipes! There are some reviews on here about how most people wouldn't have these ingredients in their cupboard, the only way that would be true is if you are a backwoods hick who only uses Mrs. Dash!! This cook book is full of common healthy ingredients! It is wonderful! It has a nice gourmet twist to it, but like I said is not to difficult! I really like how it breaks down all the options for the different WLS. The writer of the book had Lap-Band done herself. I totally recommend this book! Although if you are used to having fried fish sticks as seafood, you might not have an open enough mind. Although there are American adapted dishes such as pot roast and beef stroganoff, most of these recipes are somewhat exotic or European. All very good, A++ review, everyone who has had WLS should get this book, even if your just over weight and are on a high protein diet, this is a wonderful cookbook!

I'm a lap-band patient and a picky eater, two things which are not necessarily the best combination. I picked this book up a week after surgery, when I was desperate to at least read about food that wasn't protein shakes or Jell-O. It was much to my surprise that I found an easy dozen recipes on the first pass that sounded as though I'd enjoy them.

Only a dozen? Well, yes. When I say 'picky eater', I mean 'picky eater'; it's not a slight on the book. Entire swathes of it I ignored, but what remained was a good selection. I've made about half a dozen of the recipes thus far and had no disappointments.

The ingredient list is occasionally what might be considered more 'gourmet' but is generally accessible. (And by 'accessible', I mean 'available in central Wisconsin', which is hardly a haven for unusual ingredients.) Thus far, I've only had one recipe call for something I didn't have and couldn't get locally.

Perhaps the thing that makes me love this book the most is the nutritional information provided for each recipe; it's marvelous to know that I'm getting 31.41g of protein out of a meal. The serving guidelines for each stage after surgery are also handy, but should be followed with some amount of caution, as they don't necessarily jive with every surgeon's recommendations.

Although I'm a WLS patient, the rest of my family isn't, and it's great to still be able to serve them tasty food that doesn't usually require much time or culinary expertise. For the price, it's hard to go wrong with this book.

I was hoping for a cookbook with basic, down-to-earth recipes on how to adapt everyday dishes for the post-surgical patient. This wasn't it. The recipes are either very rudimentary (I know how to make an omelet) or party-like dishes. Very disappointing.

This book is a good resource for those who have time and money to fix more 'fancy' meals after surgery. I found only a few recipes that I would use.

I bought this for my sis in law after the gastric bypass. I have made a couple of the recipies from it and they are delicious. They are extremely low fat and high in protein. The recipies are simple and quick to make. I would recommend this book to everyone.

I did not like this book's recipes. I have the lap band. A lot of the recipes are pork or seafood which I do not like. The other recipes like the meatloaf did not taste good. Just my personal opinion! Not good for lap band people.

I have been banded just over six months and I wish I had this book from day 1. The recipes are easy to follow and wonderful to eat. They have given me alot of my own ideas too. I can enjoy food again. Thanks!

This is the best book ever! It helps me with my food choices in the future. This was the best cookbook I have on my shelf.

Eating Well After Weight Loss Surgery: Over 140 Delicious Low-Fat High-Protein Recipes to Enjoy in the Weeks, Months and Years After Surgery

Just had Gastric ByPass just over 5 weeks ago. I am so sick of protein shakes - this cookbook is a lifesaver! Finally I have really food options. As someone that never cooked before I am finding the recipes easy to follow. Although I'm still trying to find some of the suggestd pantry items, the 2 recipes I made tasted really good. Guess everyone can cook if you follow the directions! With so many recipes to choose from I can't wait to try them all.... SLOWLY ;)

Pretty good book. Has many creative and tastey recipies for the bariatric plan requird after weight loss surgery. Another one that can be good on your counter and in your cookbook collection.

This is a great book with suggestions on how to prepare food as well as recipes that can be pureed and still taste good. Each recipe has a serving amount listed based on how far out of surgery you are and which procedure you have had (lists several) You need this book if you have had WLS or are going to

I bought this book awhile ago. It's excellent. It helps get you out of the rut of eating the same old things over and over again. Although, I found the recipes a little bland and added extra as far as the spices go. My family liked the recipes; so there's no fixing a separate dinner. Definitely a must for weight loss pts.

I got this cookbook, thinking that I would be able to whip some quick things up. I am not a cook, nor do I enjoy it. So, the book is a little over my head.IF you like to cook, then this book is for you.

I do like how at the bottom of each recipe, there are instructions about what stage of surgery you are on.

The recipes in this book are wonderful, and my wife enjoys them as much as I do.

This is just what I needed as I plan for my surgery. The cookbook provides recipes for a wide variety of healthy nutrisious and appetizing options. Let's face it wls is a big decision and means giving up a lot of the "things" that make us happy. That doesn't mean we can't enjoy the food we eat it just means making healthier choises and not making the same mistakes over again.

This cookbook is a good resource for those folks following the weight loss surgery guidelines (or those who happen to live them). It is true that there are some recipes that are better suited for when you have more time but the authors tell you that upfront. There are also some easy recipes (london broil with horseradish cream) that take no time and no fancy ingredients. I personally like the variety and I appreciate that these recipes can work just as well for my husband and son as for me (lap-band patient). With the exception of the Cold Shrimp Soup recipe, I have liked everything I have tried.

This book is exactly what I hate in a cookbook. Recipies for stuff I can't pronounce (Souvlaki-Style Swordfish) with ingredients you can't find at my Wal-Mart supercenter! Truly a cook for the chef and not for the average housewife or working mom.

Well thought out and presented. VERY practical in terms of different stages of recovery and portion sizes, etc.

I like this book but feel it should be only used after you've been cleared by the doctor for these foods. Mine did after 3 weeks. Dont think you can use these right after surgery.

SOME GOOD RECEIPIES BUT UNLESS YOU ARE A GOURMET COOK AND HAVE ALL THESE ITEMS AT THE READY, IT IS NOT FEASIBLE TO DO MOST OF THESE RECEIPIES FAST ON A WEEKNIGHT. ALSO, TOO MUCH EMPASIS ON LOW CARB!!

I found this book soon after I had gastric bypass surgery and was I surprised at how easy some the recipes are to prepare and how tasty they are also. I am not a cook but I found this book to be 'just what the doctor ordered'. Congratulations on some great recipes!

I LOVE this book! It has the kind of recipes I loved to prepare prior to WLS, only in a new (for me) low-fat, high-protein way.



I've prepared about 15 recipes from the cookbook and each and every one has been positively delicious - even in the early days when I had to puree them!



I made the Beef Stroganoff the other night and it was so delicious (and smelled so good) that I couldn't wait to warm up the leftovers the next night.



My family eats what I eat/prepare and they have really liked: Chicken Breasts with Creamy Tomato Sauce, No-noodle Zucchini Lasagna, Asian Marinated Scallops, Shrimp Italiano, Moussaka, Shrimp with Coconut-Curry Tomato Sauce, Tofu and Veggie Curry and several of the egg dishes.



The other thing I absolutely love is that each recipe has it's own nutritional information - seeing how much protein and calories each dish has, along with other nutrients, is so important! The authors also include information about how to prepare each item during each stage of the post-surgery process (less than 4 weeks, 4-8 weeks, etc.)



The less-than-positives (which shouldn't stop you from buying this book NOW) is one recipe that I needed to "doctor" (Orange-ginger Tofu - easily rescued with more orange juice and zest) and the fact that I never looked at slicing veggies like eggplant and zucchini horizontally &/or vertically, as is written in the book (shouldn't it be lengthwise &/or crosswise??) - this created some discussion amongst my family members!



Yes, some of the recipes take a little bit of time - cook on the weekend and portion out for your other meals. And some use ingredients that are a little more expensive - buy on sale or consider what you are saving by not buying Haagen Daz and chips and avoiding fast food a couple times a week!



Trust this Italian foodie - this is good, real food!

Tasty, healthy meals that have handy recommendations according to surgery type and post-op stage.

Tasty, healthy meals that have handy recommendations according to surgery type and post-op stage.

This book has been very helpful with meal planning. I have not had the surgery yet, however, my freezer is stocked with delicious soups for my first few weeks. I also quit drinking coffee after I read this fascinating book on amazon called the `T_r_u_t_h about C_a_f_f_e_i_n_e.' I have no more heartburn in the morning and after several weeks I have seen changes in my mood. I am more relaxed and calm. Almost like a new person. The book was amazing!

What a great cookbook! I got Lap-band surgery and was looking for recipes that both me and my family could enjoy. I found them! The recipes in this book are amazing! They are easy to prepare and delicious! They were something my family would eat with me. I love that each recipe breaks down what stage post-op you can enjoy the recipes at. That was so helpful. I highly recommend this book for people with any type of weight loss surgery!

What a great cookbook! I got Lap-band surgery and was looking for recipes that both me and my family could enjoy. I found them! The recipes in this book are amazing! They are easy to prepare and delicious! They were something my family would eat with me. I love that each recipe breaks down what stage post-op you can enjoy the recipes at. That was so helpful. I highly recommend this book for people with any type of weight loss surgery!

I especially appreciate the serving guidelines provided for each recipe. It gives quantity and timeline by surgery type. The ingredients are not too exotic -- all things you can find in your local Safeway-type store.

I especially appreciate the serving guidelines provided for each recipe. It gives quantity and timeline by surgery type. The ingredients are not too exotic -- all things you can find in your local Safeway-type store.

This book has some great recipes that can be shared with the family not just the person who had surgery. They break it down so that you know which recipes you can eat/drink during the weeks and months following surgery. This book was recommended to me by people who have already had gastric bypass.

this book had exactly what I was looking for the meals are moist and that is important to my post opp belly the nutritional information is all there and that makes it all the more easy for me to figure out my daily needs

I recieved the book a week before I had my surgery. I was so excited about it and couldn't wait to try some recipes after sugery. All the information in the begining was great and the nutritional info is very helpful.

Most of the recipes I have tried have been okay. Nothing to write home about. Most of them I skim through and have no interest in making since they are so gourmet and require ingredients I would rather not have to search for at my local stores. I try a new recipe from it every now and then but its not as well used as some of my other recipe books, especially for day to day cooking.

The most disapointing thing is that I thought it would have recipes good for shortly after surgery. I had RNY and at 5 months out still have trouble eating some of them that say okay for 2 weeks out for RNY. I know each person is different, but it seems the food restrictions were not taken into enough consideration for RNY (I dont know how it works for lap banders) I hope this will come more in handy in 6mo. to a year when I can tollerate more meat and heavier foods.

And a warning, many of the recipes call for alcohol, some of them don't cook long enough to cook the alcohol out. And alcohol consumption is a big no no for many in the first several months after surgery so use caution and make sure it cooks out the alcohol or avoid it all together.

While this book is good in the fact it helps us work toward getting more Protein in our bodys it was not good for me as in the area we can not grocery shop for a good deal of the ingredients asked for in this book to make the recipe turn out right. While a good deal of thought went into it apparently no one thought about the ingredients and if they would be readily available to those who wish to try the recipe's inside.

Lots of variety and a taste for every everyone. Easy to follow recipies and with a nutritional summary with recommended portion sizes and recommendations the different weeks post surgery for different types of surgery patients.

I bought this book as a gift to my friend and she loved it. All of the recipies are easy to make and have ingredients that can be found anywhere. The book also shows you which recipies you can eat for each week after your surgery. This is real food nothing too fancy and with all the recipes inside you will never get bored.

More over, the foods are so good you can cook them for friends and family that have not had the surgery and they will like it to.

Like this book very much. Can make the recipes and serve appropriate portions to each member of family. Results: Makes the one with the surgery feel included, the cook trims her figure, the kids eat healthy. What more can one want!

I found this book to be both informative and very practical. I had just had band surgery when I purchased this book and it was nice to have some options which were very tasty especially during the first two weeks. I will continue to use this book. I have actually had a few friends purchase it after tasting some of my creations. The shrimp bisque is wonderful. It was a good investment.
Lorraine

I didn't read it until a few months after surgery - the point when you need a new burst of recipes and energy to keep losing. I have tried a few of the recipies and the taste was great. I don't think I will keep some of their spices and ingredients on the shelf but this is a great resource for when I want to "shake things up".

Book has many very good recipes, very helpful for preparing meals that will help keep the weight off as well as be easy to prepare.

These recipes are great for post surgical patients as well as their friends and families. No giving up taste because you are watching your waist here. Lots of options.

Best part is that each recipe comes with a break down for your type of surgery and where you are on your recovery track from that surgery. Takes all the guess work out of the first six months!!!!

Great and tasty meals. Easy to prepare and look as good as they taste.

This is a terrific recipe book for those of us who have undergone weight loss surgery. Just reading some of the recipes can satisfy a craving. There are some involved meals, but for the most part the recipes are just what we need after this surgery to keep us on track and enjoy it while the weight drops off. If you are someone who loves to cook and wondered if you'd still want to do it after the surgery then by all means this is the book for you. I love to cook, play with spices and techniques so this book lets me continue that passion and still keep losing weight.

I received this book as a gift. There are quite a few books on this subject on the market and this one is the best. I too could not put it down and finished it in 3 days. It's a huge book, a great resource that is well researched and written.. I have a few friends who've purchased this book and really loved it too. I can highly recommend this book.

Author of
The Truth aboutt
Cafffeine

My husband had bariatric surgery in June. When we arrived at the solid food stage, I was in a panic as to what to cook. Moist low fat and tasty food was quite an order.

I have made several recipes from this book and they have been really delicious and satisfying, not just a concession to the bariatric diet. They are not too fussy to prepare and a joy to serve and eat. When I first made the scallops in garlic and wine sauce my husband could not get over how delicious they were.

This is a great cookbook whether you have had bariatric surgery or not and I highly recommend it to anyone. Low fat delicious food is for everyone.

This book has been very helpful with meal planning. I have not had the surgery yet, however, my freezer is stocked with delicious soups for my first few weeks.

Marina Kushner
Author
The Truth About Caffeine: How Companies That Promote It Deceive Us and What We Can Do about It