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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. EXACTLY what to do for a reset?

    By mi75,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,191 views

  2. Trying to get back on track

    By Sagey,
    • 6 replies
    • 972 views

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

    By VSGAnn2014,   
    • 35 replies
    • 4,450 views

  4. Need some one to kick my a**

    By fat_free,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,300 views

  5. Gaining weight with Lap-Band

    By Gaylene Davison,
    • 30 replies
    • 3,930 views

  6. Photo Allergy after sleeve?

    By woo woo,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,293 views

  7. Water - it really works

    By CowgirlJane,
    • 17 replies
    • 3,212 views

  8. restarting exercise - finding the umppfff years later

    By CowgirlJane,
    • 5 replies
    • 988 views

  9. Vets: What Are You Eating Today?

    By lsereno,
    • 73 replies
    • 8,655 views

  10. So ashamed smh

    By gettinMeBack,
    • 18 replies
    • 2,724 views

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

    By hjtj112,
    • 14 replies
    • 2,129 views

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

    By Teachamy,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,717 views

  13. First Colonoscopy next week - tips?

    By Baconville,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,433 views

  14. Maintenance Phase

    By lifeofblair,
    • 18 replies
    • 3,296 views

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

    By katesuccess,   
    • 16 replies
    • 4,446 views

  16. Question for vets about sleep

    By needtorecover,
    • 26 replies
    • 2,516 views

  17. Birth control and regain

    By rdt210,
    • 4 replies
    • 1,050 views

  18. OK...I drank the Kool-Aid

    By gowalking,
    • 18 replies
    • 4,807 views

  19. VSG Veterans Favorite Products

    By Katnroyal,
    • 3 replies
    • 1,987 views

  20. Most FAQ's to me:

    By Katnroyal,
    • 7 replies
    • 1,371 views

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

    By Katnroyal,
    • 9 replies
    • 1,736 views

  22. Maybe a late stage complication?

    By CBT,
    • 30 replies
    • 3,312 views

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

    By Chrystee,
    • 75 replies
    • 7,966 views

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

    By Djmohr,   
    • 13 replies
    • 1,649 views

  25. Am I going to gain it all back?

    By bellabloom,
    • 36 replies
    • 4,209 views

  26. Have you noticed people treating you differently?

    By Chrystee,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,547 views

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

    By CowgirlJane,
    • 17 replies
    • 2,337 views

  28. Burning sensation

    By bellabloom,
    • 17 replies
    • 1,927 views

  29. Before/After Photos at Goal

    By bellabloom,
    • 69 replies
    • 9,705 views

  30. Well THIS is new.....feeling vain.

    By Kindle,
    • 22 replies
    • 2,575 views

  31. The thrill is gone

    By Healthy_life2,
    • 14 replies
    • 1,461 views

  32. 3+ years post op having lots of issues need feedback

    By marie110,
    • 12 replies
    • 2,052 views

  33. Burger and Fries

    By Cape Crooner,
    • 26 replies
    • 3,059 views

  34. having difficulty

    By kyleebean,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,297 views

  35. 4 year surgiversary - 62 years young - feel wonderful

    By ProudGrammy,
    • 63 replies
    • 5,191 views

  36. Weight Redistribution: Hormones or Sleeve settlement

    By windycitymom,
    • 20 replies
    • 2,256 views

  37. Getting enough calories

    By bellabloom,
    • 56 replies
    • 4,473 views

  38. Calories per day

    By tegan_86,
    • 8 replies
    • 1,529 views

  39. NSV: Hit the Spa, fully NUDE

    By NewSetOfCurves,
    • 10 replies
    • 1,786 views

  40. Need a Healthy Snack

    By Andrew0929,
    • 69 replies
    • 7,951 views

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

    By Kindle,
    • 91 replies
    • 9,282 views

  42. Motivation and Awareness for the long haul

    By skinnyrita,
    • 4 replies
    • 915 views

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

    By McButterpants,
    • 61 replies
    • 7,186 views

  44. so, is this what it feels like to be just... normal?

    By CowgirlJane,
    • 14 replies
    • 1,688 views

  45. So what am i missing?

    By lucy0911,
    • 7 replies
    • 1,173 views

  46. Maintaining on lower fat

    By bikrchk,
    • 8 replies
    • 910 views

  47. Living with this long term

    By bellabloom,
    • 17 replies
    • 2,771 views

  48. Advice needed.

    By WendyLee,
    • 11 replies
    • 1,231 views

  49. 18 months out, heading for skin removal soon

    By latido,
    • 12 replies
    • 1,540 views

  50. Quick question

    By Bill Good,
    • 14 replies
    • 1,312 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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