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Liquid Diet Before Lap Band Surgery?
Tulip16 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello all, My doctor has given me pre-op instructions that begin the day before surgery: clear liquids only. After searching online, I see some people talking about a 2-3 week pre-op liquid protein diet. Would you mind sharing your pre-op diet and when it started? My doctor is Dr. George Woodman in Memphis. Thanks so much! -
Hello everyone, I went for my second fill on Monday. My doctor asked me about my diet. I told him that one meal I eat regularly for dinner is this: three chicken tenderloins in a skillet small amount of cottage cheese baked potato I don't usually finish the whole meal... He almost went ballistic and told me I'm over eating and I'm going to stretch out my stomach and be unsuccessful long-term. I got a second fill after his lecture and tonight I just ate two pieces of chicken. It's the small, chicken finger-like chicken but without breading. What do you all think? I've lost 29 pounds since my surgery which was 9/14/11. Thanks!!
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I'm keeping track of fat grams. He said that's all I need to keep track of...just don't eat more than 25-30 grams of fat per day.
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Does your doctor recommend high protein/low carb?
Tulip16 replied to Fanny Adams's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
My doctor says to eat no more than 25-30 grams of fat per day and to exercise for at least 3-5 hours per week. -
The Cold Hard Facts
Tulip16 replied to oliversmomma's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Was your first doc in Memphis? I think I have him too! Good luck on your surgery! -
Hello all! Has anyone out there gotten a tummy tuck approved by insurance? If so, how? And how long did you wait after your lap band? Thanks!
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Hello, I had my lap band Sept 14. Thinking way ahead...did any of you get your tummy tuck approved by insurance? If so, how? Thanks!
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Hello, Has anyone had any luck getting a tummy tuck approved by insurance? If so, how? Thanks!!
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This is a challenge for me. I love to drink while I eat! Just talking about tea or water. My doctor said not to so my food doesn't liquify therefore staying fuller longer. What do you do? Thanks!
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Hi everyone, I'm having pain by my port and I'm hoping it's just the normal two weeks post op pain & not something I ate. I have been trying to stick to the purees: tomato soup, pudding, cottage cheese. Today I three SMALL bites of a whole grain baguette with my soup @ Panera Bread. I chewed really good but I'm worried that I messed up really bad! I also have plication with my band. Do you think I could've messed something up? Haven't felt his much pain since the beginning. It's the worst when I bend over. Thanks so much!
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I can drink tea but I haven't tried the others.
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I had my surgery, lap band with plication on Sept 14. 8 pounds down in two weeks. People are starting to notice and it feels great!!
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I had my lap band w/ plication one week ago today. I am struggling with the idea of purees. Seems so gross!! I really want to eat healthy, nutritious food, but the idea of liquifying them makes me sick. I am a big texture person. And I have to do this for three weeks!??? Please help. Thanks so much!
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Tulip16 posted a gallery image in Before and After Lap Band Photos
From the album: Cjordan1102's Before and After Pics
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Cjordan1102's Before and After Pics
Tulip16 added images to a gallery album in Before and After Lap Band Photos
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Hang in there! I have read that after a fill, the weight loss is better. Take pride in your accomplishments so far!! :woot:
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My surgery is in 10 days--I'm so nervous!
Tulip16 replied to rebecca442's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgery is Sept 14 so I can't answer some of these questions but I do know that we have to crush pills or take liquid form. My doc told me to call pharmacist to ask what can be crushed. Good luck to you! -
New Lap Band plus Plication surgery
Tulip16 replied to JanPuppyLover's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am scheduled for a lap band with plication on September 14. With both, is it an overnight stay? I am thinking that my doctor said it was still outpatient even with the plication. Anyone know about this? I'm getting nervous! Thanks! -
Hi everyone! Happy to be part of this group! I'm going to my pre-op education and to schedule my surgery in the morning. Open to any advice or suggestions!
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From the album: Cjordan1102's Before and After Pics