JerzyGirl

My NUT told me it was fine to add half a banana to my shake and I started that about 1 week post op. I just added a little more milk early on to make sure it was not so thick and went down easier. My Protein shake is 1 scoop Designer whey chocolate Protein powder, 1/2 banana, and 1 cup skim plus milk. I think NUTs are different for everyone and have different ideas about what is and what is not acceptable. Mine was fine with my recipe from the beginning and the important thing is that I enjoy it enough to drink 2 a day if needed to get all my protein in.

Hi all! I am 7 weeks post op and had an appointment with my metabolic physician today. I have lost a total of 37 pounds , I'm down one size in shirts, and 2 sizes in pants, I've actually been able to wear regular shoes (not wide-widths) that are comfy and stylish, and I'm also wearing rings and bracelets that I haven't been able to wear in years. I've had a lot of NSVs and I think they feel better than seeing the numbers going down on the scale (I'm also not weighing myself except for when I go to the doctor every 4 weeks or so). I hired a personal trainer to work out with and help me develop a good exercise regimen. I still have some discomfort every now and then with my incisions and what I guess is internal healing but its not often. My bloodwork came back good, too. The only thing that was a problem was that I apparently have an under-active thyroid, my sugar levels were still a little high (but lower than pre-surg) and my Vitamin D levels were low. So I'll start a Vitamin D supplement and was prescribed something for my thyroid. I'll continue taking my acid reflux medication as well as my Multivitamin and Calcium supplement, but other than that, no other meds!!! As far as my sugars, that will continue to go down with diet and exercise. They expect within 3 months that all my levels will be perfect since I'm already doing so well. I'm really excited about this journey so far. I've been so pleased with my recovery and have had very few complications. I'm on a regular diet, have had pretty much no issues with food, and overall just feeling great. Fingers crossed it continues!

That's great! Congratulations...keep up the good work!

So I've been trying to come up with different things I can prepare in advance and have ready to take to work with me. I made this today and it came out really good, and its such an easy thing to grab and take with me. Ingredients 6 eggs 1/2 cup skim milk (I used Skim Plus for some extra protein) 3 small turkey sausage patties (I used Banquet fully cooked turkey sausage patties) 3 TB green pepper 3 TB onion 1/4 cup reduced fat shredded cheddar 1 TB extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 350 degrees Dice pepper and onion, Saute in olive oil over medium heat until soft While those are sautéing, mix eggs and milk in bowl (season mixture with salt and pepper to your liking) Pour mixture into muffin pan (I used a jumbo muffin pan that made 6 muffins and filled each about half way with the egg mixture). Also, make sure you spray with non-stick spray if not using a non-stick pan Distribute veggies, sausage, and cheese evenly in each muffin Place in oven and cook for approximately 15 minutes Nutritional info: Per Serving: 143 calories 2g carbs 10g fat 12g Protein If you substitute the eggs with Egg Beaters instead (1/4 cup serving per muffin), you can reduce the calories and fat. The nutritional info would then be: Per Serving: 84 calories 1g carb 5g fat 10g protein

I didn't have to take or drink anything for my upper GI. I chose to have mine with anesthesia so I went to the hospital, they hooked up my IV, sprayed nasal spray that numbed my nasal passage and throat, then put me under. After that, they just put a scope down my throat and the doc looked at whatever he needed to. All in all, I was only out for about 30 minutes and woke up in recovery with no problems. I guess every doc does them a little different.

So I went for my 4 week post-op follow up with my doctor. I'm down 24 pounds (I guess this is good?), down an entire clothing size, and cleared for pretty much all activity now. I start back at the gym on Monday and hired a personal trainer. I'm feeling pretty good, though I do still have some discomfort on my right side. They aren't sure if it is the scar tissue and healing of the incision in the area or possibly my gaul bladder. I just have to watch it and if it persists or becomes painful, I have to be checked out. If it turns out to be my gaul bladder then they'll remove that. I knew that might be a complication but I hope it really is just the incision. For anyone else 4 weeks or more, how did you feel at your 4 week follow up and how much weight did you lose at that point?

I just had my one month follow-up since surgery and I'm down 24 pounds. I think you're right around the average that you should be at. Don't get discouraged...that weight loss is great and its pounds you'll never see again!!!

I was sleeved on 9/5 and am doing great. My incisions are the only thing that makes me even feel like I had surgery. I have no more pain, gas, nausea, etc. I'm getting used to the pureed food diet but definitely looking forward to moving on to the next stage in a few weeks. I'm down 24 pounds since surgery!

Like most everyone else, I've struggled with finding a Protein shake that I can tolerate. Well, I finally found one that I really like. And the plus is that it is really simple so I can easily make it right before leaving for work and drink it on my drive in. Its the Designer whey chocolate Protein powder. I use one full scoop of powder, 1 cup of Skim Plus milk (has more protein than regular milk), and half a banana. I mix it all together with my Magic Bullet blender then serve it over ice. IMO, the Protein shakes are always better the colder they are. Nutritional info: 30g protein 263 calories 33g carbs 2g fat Just thought I would share for anyone else is struggling to find one they like. Just another option!

I can tell you that day 5 for me was the worst. I felt great when I initially came home from the hospital then pretty awful within a few days with pain, discomfort and sleeplessness. I was able to sleep in my recliner, but definitely not in my bed. It only lasted about 2 days thank goodness, then I was back to feeling pretty good. Hope you're feeling better soon!

I get that same feeling when I take too big a sip of water at one time. Like the others said, try taking even smaller sips and see if that helps. It will get better!

I was told no cream soups during my full liquid stage I'm jealous!

That most definitely looks like an approval! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

I had trouble sipping water constantly as well but I did chop up sugar free popsicles into little pieces and ate those to help supplement my intake. It worked out well for me.

My local frozen yogurt spot has a fat-free, sugar free vanilla frozen yogurt. My NUT told me I could have that if I wanted it but that I should let it melt a little so its a bit softer/thinner. I just entered my puree/full liquid stage too.