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Educate Me Sf Vs. No Sugar Added
alliegb3 replied to StrangelyNormal's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yeah. It's naturally sugary... As is regular milk -
What's Wrong? Food Stuck? Stricture? Help!
alliegb3 replied to CynthiaK's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Just gotta back track to soups and start again later. It'll get better, u just need a little more time. And no more chicken fingers!!! -
Yep, not too bad
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Waiting Game...
alliegb3 replied to BlessedBeyondMeasure2012's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It is nerve wrecking, but you will be just fine. Just start preparing yourself mentally and physically for this surgery, I'm sure you'll get it! -
Educate Me Sf Vs. No Sugar Added
alliegb3 replied to StrangelyNormal's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I hope that helps- let me know if I'm not clear, I'll try again -
Educate Me Sf Vs. No Sugar Added
alliegb3 replied to StrangelyNormal's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Great ?! The difference is sugar free has an artificial sweetener or defined as sugar less than .5 per serving. No sugar added means it has a natural sugar- like apple juice is naturally sweet, that's why juice is a no no -
Just Starting All This
alliegb3 replied to Ready4success's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I wish I had this forum before my surgery! It has been my therapy post surgery though... But welcome. Look foward to your success! -
Pre Op Diet Started And Kids Driving Me Crazy!
alliegb3 replied to SweetSusie1's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's a struggle and my love was carbs as well. I got cranky day 3-5 of diet cause that's when my body sai 'oh, snap, she's not going to feed us the good stuff.' but as trying as it was, it was so worth it. Just take a deep breath (try not to smack the mouthy kids) and ride your stress away. You'll do great, love -
Woohoo, u got this girl! Buy a couple of goal reminder dresses!(and get that lovely mama of yours something nice too!)
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Ask ur surgeon. Im on the ring as well for months and my surgeon said it was fine to leave it in. I had no complications or bad stuff happen and I feel great. It's like I didn't have either done I just eat less now and most of its liquid protein
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I Need A Lil Support. Week 1 Post Op N Feelin A Lil Discouraged.
alliegb3 replied to Adahlia's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's usually from protein. Brush often- it will get better -
You gotta blend with ice- the colder, the better
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It is kinda like it. My NUT calls it the extreme Atkins
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Nope, no additional water with Italian dressing
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Buy some taco seasoning and put water in there. Or salsa
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When Were Able To Drive?
alliegb3 replied to thinmymind's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
As soon as your off the drugs -
I just got the app yesterday. I'm a tad obsessed with it.
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It's ok to use crystal light... Unsweetened tea... Propel.... Sugar free Gatorade. Just keep it in
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United Healthcare - Still Waiting On Approval ...
alliegb3 replied to Estrovan's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Told ya you'd be fine! Now get that pre op diet in motion and stock up on some protein, love. You'll be on our side soon enough -
Woohoo! Guess who passed the doctor test today!? This girl did! On to purees and soft food; first venture: tuna=success. Lovin it!
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Teeth Cleaning, Do I Need Antibiotics Prior?
alliegb3 replied to NJsharon's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Call and ask the dentist. He will prescribe it if u need it -
2 Months Post Op Pics!
alliegb3 replied to mrsbrown0330's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Looking good girl! Keep up the great work! -
Had my insurance not covered this- dr Alverez would've done it- despite my hubby saying absolutely not in Mexico. It's a vacation and a surgery. Done deal
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I would seriously go to Mexico before self paying in the US. Get a center of excellence down there and take a vacay
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In Need Of Advice To Get Through A Stall!
alliegb3 replied to MiTurner247's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sometimes it's about the inches, not the scale. It's ok, take in stride, you'll be going down a size. The scale will follow soon