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December sleevers out there
DanaInNewOrleans replied to dromo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
These are the kinds of things I'm eating.. Breakfast: Protein shake Lunch: egg whites or shrimp or Soup Dinner: egg foo young or soup, egg salad, cream of wheat, shrimp Snack: fresh blueberries, laughing cow cheese, guacamole, hummus This was my menu today Breakfast: Protein Shake Lunch: 1/2 cup chicken noodle soup Dinner: 1/2 cup shrimp egg foo young Snacks: 1 Sonoma light cheese wedge, 1/2 cup Special K Protein w/ low carb milk and fresh blueberries Exercise is usually walking our dogs. I just got the Wii Zumba Fitness a couple of days ago and that is a blast. And I just ordered the Biggest Loser Power Walk DVD. -
One of those boring Success Stories :)
DanaInNewOrleans replied to TheCurvyJones's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Not a boring story!! I totally agree...this is the best thing I have ever done for myself. It feels like complete freedom and peacefulness. I can't explain it really... Congratulations--- You look great! ~Dana -
9 days post op and OCD is getting the best if me!
DanaInNewOrleans replied to BeccaDawn's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was doing light cleaning 2 days after surgery. Nothing strenuous -- but I dusted, vacuumed ( I have dogs too), swept the kitchen floor. I was very lucky....I had absolutely no pain other just a little soreness. -
Seat belt extender for airplane?
DanaInNewOrleans replied to kputman09's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Hey! No, sad face!! Soon, a seat belt extender will not even be a thought!!! I was about that size 12 years ago and yes, I did need an extender on most flights. Like I said, I always kind of whispered to the flight attendant when I was boarding because I felt it was more obvious to wait until I got to my seat and knew for sure I needed it. Everyone is kind of settled by then so it's more quiet and you have to catch the flight attendant as they go up and down the aisle. But that's just me. Don't worry!! ~Dana -
Seat belt extender for airplane?
DanaInNewOrleans replied to kputman09's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
You didn't list your weight and height so it's hard to know. Do you mind if I ask you? I can perhaps go by my experiences -- if you do need one it's usually easier and less obvious to ask the flight attendant as you are getting on the plane ( they stand in the front of the plane to greet you) And the previous poster is right, they usually try to be discreet. ~Dana -
The old evening-before-surgery freakout.....
DanaInNewOrleans replied to DebLW's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You're gonna be great! Try to relax and concentrate on being EXCITED. I'm serious....think about as the beginning of a new wonderful life... I looked it at as my own private Dana's Independence Day! Freedom to be the true me after 40 years! Good Luck!! So excited for you!! ~Dana -
Hi, another newbie, just starting out.
DanaInNewOrleans replied to Chellennunley's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi Michelle, Welcome to VST! I am 5 weeks post-op and I already know this is the best thing I've ever done for myself. Good Luck! ~Dana -
First time Zumba-ing! FUN FUN FUN!
DanaInNewOrleans posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
OMG! My husband and I just did the Wii Zumba 2 for the first time and we had so much fun! I am totally spastic and he thinks he is HOT because the game scores him as a Zumba Master. HA! He is almost as feeble as me. He just keeps on wiggling around and the game thinks he's awesome... lol.. I checked the Zumba calorie burning calculator and it looks like I burned almost 400 calories doing low intensity Zumba for 40 minutes. I can't wait to do it again tomorrow! ~Dana -
From the album: My fur babies
Our fur-babies! -
BMI category changed
DanaInNewOrleans replied to Velena's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
How awesome! I have been obese since I was 9 and I can imagine how exciting moving into "only" overweight category would be. Yeah! Congratulations!! ~Dana -
Surgiversary! 120 lbs lost! Pic update...
DanaInNewOrleans replied to VJSlim's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Congratulations!! You are beautiful!! Of course you were beautiful before but now it's just stands out more! Thanks for sharing the pics-- you're right, the pictures really do help to keep me focused and excited. ~Dana -
Brand new.. where to begin?
DanaInNewOrleans replied to Mommyto3's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi, I finally decided that VGS was my only hope to lose weight. I had lost 160 pounds in 2000 and slowly gained back about 60 pounds over the last five years. The last straw was when I GAINED weight doing Weight Watchers. The first thing I did was call the Bariatric practice I knew I would use (I'm a medical sales rep and they were my client). They took all my insurance info over the phone --- they then contact the insurances and verify what/where/how much coverage for weight loss surgery. The coordinator called me back in a few days to let me know what was covered and schedule my first appointment. My doc's office is a large practice (there are 6 surgeons I think) and is run like a well oiled machine. They want to know what your insurance covers as much as you do! So, my suggestion is to start with the bariatric surgeon/practice you would like to use...... -
Protien Shakes/Powders
DanaInNewOrleans replied to petra1124's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had a sample of the Nectar Apple and I thought is was horrible.... it sure sounded good though.... -
Protien Shakes/Powders
DanaInNewOrleans replied to petra1124's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You can also order sample packs of Syntrax nectar BJs Bariatrics. You get to choose 11 different flavors for 14.99. http://www.bjsbariatrics.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=bjb&Product_Code=synSamplePack&Category_Code They are my favorites -- especially chocolate Truffle and vanilla Bean Torte... You can also order samples from unjury. -
First time Zumba-ing! FUN FUN FUN!
DanaInNewOrleans replied to DanaInNewOrleans's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Excuse me, I must make a correction...Jay just informed that I got it wrong...he is not a Zumba Master..he is a Zumba LEGEND. -
Dietician in New Orleans surrounding areas..
DanaInNewOrleans replied to MK1986's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I just got my EOB --- my out of pocket for Aetna is $1500 but I also have Blue Cross Federal as secondary so I don't know how much that will knock off of it. Check your policy to see what your max out of pocket and deductible will be? -
Found a yummy snack - Only 25 calories!
DanaInNewOrleans posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Picked this up last night --- Sonoma Jacks Light Garlic & Herb wedges. 25 Calories per wedge 2g Protein 1g Carbs Yummy!! -
My husband actually hid the scale before I got home from the hospital! I had told him about how everybody gains weight in the hospital and he knows how I am...he was worried I'd drive myself crazy if I saw that I had gained weight. He finally brought it out of hiding about a week after surgery....
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Zumba Fitness 2 for Wii - Can a spastic beginner (that would be ME) do it?
DanaInNewOrleans posted a topic in Fitness & Exercise
Anybody have Zumba Fitness 2 for Wii? Is it suitable for a beginner? ~Dana -
Don't mind--it's right on my ticker for all the world to see! Started at 47 bmi ( hate to admit it)
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Hi MK, He didn't give me any special diet. Just followed what I had been doing which was just sensible low carb. On my final appointment with him (signing consents, etc) I asked, Ok so what is my pre-op diet? He said no pre-op diet. I said, what? You're kidding? He said, Nope. The only restriction was only Clear liquids the day before surgery..
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I gained 6 pounds in the hospital and it took me almost week to just get back to where I started. So 5 pounds in less than a week is great! Seriously (not just pep talk!), it's good! Don't worry...... ~Dana
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A complication they didn't tell you about - Nerve Palsy - Drop Foot
DanaInNewOrleans replied to hm734's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hoping and praying for that this is only temporary for you. Thanks for sharing and trying to help others avoid having to deal with this. ~Dana -
My Story... For better or worse
DanaInNewOrleans replied to Yasmine's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congratulations on finding YOU and becoming so strong!! You look wonderful -- before and after WLS! I wish you and your husband all the success in the future.... ~Dana