Leaderboard

Same here....mine is tomorrow...1pm...wishing you all well! Sent from my VS987 using BariatricPal mobile app

I put myself on a schedule for my meals, water and vitamin intake. Sometimes I'll add a snack between the times I eat dinner and lunch. I even prepare my meals the day before so I don't have to worry about what I'm making the next day. I just don't prepare breakfast ahead of time. I like my breakfast fresh off the stove. ---------------------------- HW- 273 Pre-op Wt- 230 SW- 226 CW- 176 GW- 130 Ht- 5'2.5" DOS- April 26th, 2017 "Only those who try will become." ~FFX

Hummmmm, it's hard to tell... My experience is that I stopped smoking after being banded and haven't started again since. As far as compulsive behavior goes: I spend more money on stuff but nothing I couldn't afford so I don't see this as a big deal. Alcohol I drink once in a while. I feel that I'm more anxious about things. More nervous and restless in general. I guess that is my ADHD kicking in harder.

This is coming from someone who has a lap band since the end of 2006. I originally tried to have an RNY at the time the insurance denied it. I have never had real success with my band, lost 40 lbs and that's it. I throw up a lot. I'm now about 25 lbs more then when I had surgery. I wasn't the best patient had a lot of traumatic things after the band happen but regardless I always feel hungry. I'm now in the process of trying to get approved for the RNY. If I could go back I wouldn't of gotten the band I wish I would of fought for the other surgery. But I was only 23. I recently went to my group nutrition meeting their were two other prior lap bands and we were all still obese and having revisions done.

Hello again! Evidently, I used old info regarding Medicare's stance on laparoscopic vertical sleeve surgery; Medicare actually updated the National Coverage Determination to include LVSG on 6/27/12, so it would appear that all Medicare contractors will cover the laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.

I am scheduled for Aug. 14th as well, and logged on here because I am feeling the same way. I'm glad it's not just me! I started the liquid diet today as well and have spent most the day in bed. It's the only place I can go to keep my mind off food. I keep telling myself this is just day one and it will get better. Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

Hello all, Thank you for sharing your stories. For me about 5 months ago, I went to the doctor, and I was shocked. My weight was 212 (5"3). I lost almost 40 pounds (4 years ago) before the visit but gained it all back within a year and a half. My blood pressure was 178/110 and my sugar levels were high. I knew I could not avoid it anymore I was no longer a little overweight like I thought I had health concerns. My whole life I have lost weight and gained all back. It was time to stop even though I lost about 26 pounds before surgery. I looked at my photos and realized, with the exception of 4 years ago when I lost some weight, I had spent the last 12 years consistently being obesed. Now with health concerns it was my turning point. I wish you all the most success in this journey to a healthier you. We all deserve the best chance to live a healthier life! Take care.

Thank you both... I'm guessing it's just one of those couple of days where I feel like a bottomless pit. I noticed I'm able to take in a bigger volume of water too. I won't stress it and just make good choices and eat more often if I need to

Check with your nutritionist (NUT) to be sure. My NUT said 80 grams of protein and 64 oz or more of water a day. Tough to do with nausea, pain, and lack of appetite. My point is, along your recovery journey, check with your medical provider first. They have lots of experience and tons of sound ideas for you to try. They can encourage you and put your mind at ease. I like this forum for shared experiences but caution people from providing medical or diet advice. PS i am with you on being sick of protein shakes. Gag! Sent from my SM-G935T using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm 3 weeks post-op today. Down 22 lbs. determined to only weigh on Tuesday and Fridays only. I think the key is to get in appropriate amount of water and protein. I also am spending some time on the treadmill throughout the day. Good job and good luck!