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Been around BariatricPal for a while? Then chat with other old-timers who also know the drill! Sometimes it just feels more comfortable to kick back and shoot the breeze with familiar faces. So, come on into the Vets Forum for some serious WLS talk or just to hang out. We're old pals here!

NOTE:  You must be 18 months post-op to participate in the WLS Veterans's Forum.

1,237 topics in this forum

  1. Three Weight Loss Surgery Maintenance Models - Abstinence, No Dieting, or Mindful Moderation

    By VSGAnn2014,   
    • 35 replies
    • 4,477 views

  2. Considering a re-sleeve in the new year

    By Shells_Almost_There,   
    • 24 replies
    • 3,547 views

  3. separation

    By hoot temple,   
    • 10 replies
    • 1,745 views

  4. 18 months out and I've hit a wall!

    By ChronicJam,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,479 views

  5. need some help

    By tinytears,
    • 13 replies
    • 1,780 views

  6. Reversing my weight gain- a glitch

    By mi75,
    • 2 replies
    • 1,040 views

  7. Who's still around?

    By clk,
    • 40 replies
    • 4,019 views

  8. Increased burping?

    By windycitymom,
    • 3 replies
    • 934 views

  9. Reversing my weight gain- step 1...appt with NUT

    By mi75,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,063 views

  10. Vacation season...What are your plans?

    By Healthy_life2,
    • 18 replies
    • 1,855 views

  11. When do you become a "vet" here on BP?

    By jane13,
    • 7 replies
    • 1,171 views

  12. Drinking with Meals?

    By Success2013,
    • 13 replies
    • 1,900 views

  13. Water - it really works

    By CowgirlJane,
    • 17 replies
    • 3,226 views

  14. EXACTLY what to do for a reset?

    By mi75,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,194 views

  15. Esophageal Manometry for GERD and Esophageal Spasms

    By Lisa's Hope,
    • 5 replies
    • 1,516 views

  16. Trying to get back on track

    By Sagey,
    • 6 replies
    • 976 views

  17. MANOMETRY TESTING? ANYONE HAD THIS DONE SINCE THE SLEEVE?

    By Lisa's Hope,   
    • 5 replies
    • 2,350 views

  18. Need some one to kick my a**

    By fat_free,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,310 views

  19. Veterans....#1 thing you miss / don't miss

    By Kindle,
    • 91 replies
    • 9,343 views

  20. serious question for fellow "veterans"

    By CowgirlJane,
    • 91 replies
    • 9,029 views

  21. Photo Allergy after sleeve?

    By woo woo,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,298 views

  22. How did you deal with changes to your hair during regrowth

    By Djmohr,   
    • 13 replies
    • 1,656 views

  23. restarting exercise - finding the umppfff years later

    By CowgirlJane,
    • 5 replies
    • 994 views

  24. So ashamed smh

    By gettinMeBack,
    • 18 replies
    • 2,740 views

  25. Here I go again... need to get it together.

    By hjtj112,
    • 14 replies
    • 2,136 views

  26. 4 year surgiversary - 62 years young - feel wonderful

    By ProudGrammy,
    • 63 replies
    • 5,254 views

  27. Oh the struggle...5:2, can I do it?

    By Teachamy,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,724 views

  28. are you still getting bloodwork 3 plus years post op?

    By CowgirlJane,
    • 17 replies
    • 2,353 views

  29. First Colonoscopy next week - tips?

    By Baconville,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,442 views

  30. Need a Healthy Snack

    By Andrew0929,
    • 69 replies
    • 8,000 views

  31. 18 months out, heading for skin removal soon

    By latido,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,555 views

  32. Did anyone's spouse lose attractiveness when they got close to goal?

    By Chrystee,
    • 75 replies
    • 8,047 views

  33. Maintenance Phase

    By lifeofblair,
    • 18 replies
    • 3,322 views

  34. Question for vets about sleep

    By needtorecover,
    • 26 replies
    • 2,525 views

  35. Maybe a late stage complication?

    By CBT,
    • 30 replies
    • 3,332 views

  36. Vets still trying to lose - what are your macros?

    By katesuccess,   
    • 16 replies
    • 4,465 views

  37. 3+ years post op having lots of issues need feedback

    By marie110,
    • 12 replies
    • 2,085 views

  38. Calories per day

    By tegan_86,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,534 views

  39. Birth control and regain

    By rdt210,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,053 views

  40. Most FAQ's to me:

    By Katnroyal,
    • 7 replies
    • 1,375 views

  41. VSG Veterans Favorite Products

    By Katnroyal,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,998 views

  42. VSG- A Day in the Life 4 Years out

    By Katnroyal,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,737 views

  43. Well THIS is new.....feeling vain.

    By Kindle,
    • 22 replies
    • 2,597 views

  44. Have you noticed people treating you differently?

    By Chrystee,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,558 views

  45. Weight Redistribution: Hormones or Sleeve settlement

    By windycitymom,
    • 20 replies
    • 2,267 views

  46. Appetite suppressants (prescribed) 2 years out...

    By McButterpants,
    • 61 replies
    • 7,223 views

  47. Am I going to gain it all back?

    By bellabloom,
    • 36 replies
    • 4,245 views

  48. having difficulty

    By kyleebean,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,307 views

  49. Burning sensation

    By bellabloom,
    • 17 replies
    • 1,949 views

  50. The thrill is gone

    By Healthy_life2,
    • 14 replies
    • 1,474 views

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    • cryoder22

      cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
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    • BetterLeah

      BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
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