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AStephenson

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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  1. Love your story...thanks for posting. Great job, I wish you continued success!
  2. Seems like I remember reading somewheres it can be up to 6-8 weeks before that big incision is healed.
  3. I will have a 7 1/2 hour flight home (two connecting flights with hour layover in between) and am worried about blood clots as I am at increased risk for them due to my varicose veins. I will be wearing compression hose but have NEVER flown before and am wondering if I will be able to get up and move around any while on the plane or will I be stuck in my seat?? I had myself convinced I would be okay but my SIL just told me today about some story she had seen on CNN about a lady traveling home on a plane after surgery somewhere and she died of a pulmonary embolism
  4. AStephenson

    Flying Home After Surgery

    Thank you JerseyGirl..I had thought about asking the airline about it when I booked my flight, I will be given heparin and the stockings for the flight home as well. I'm nervous enough about flying and the added thought of doing it again after major surgery and with an increased risk of clots..well, just want to do everything I can to help prevent them!
  5. Dr. Alvarez has a pretty informative book, you can order it from endobariatric.com
  6. AStephenson

    Anyone Have A Total Gym?

    I have one and I really like it..I use it mostly for upper body and some ab stuff. I love that you don't have any weights to change during your workout, you can go from one move to another seamlessly. It's almost like playing...pulling myself up and down!
  7. AStephenson

    Sugar Free And Tiredness

    Maybe your caffeine intake is affecting your sleep quality? When I drink something with caffeine late in the day it takes me longer to fall asleep. http://www.livestrong.com/article/419509-caffeine-effects-and-duration/
  8. LOL! I was just thinking this....
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    When Could You Swallow Pills?

    Good thread, I have multiple supplements I take now that i'd like to continue taking after surgery. Only thing I foresee giving me a problem is my fish oil..those babies are HUGE! No way to break or crush them cause they're oil. LOL Sounds like I will have to wait a while to resume them..
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    Interesting Side Effect Of Vsg

    Loved reading your post...I commend you on your thriftiness, and craftiness! I have a machine and have made a few pillows, curtains and costumes..you've inspired me to try my clothing!
  11. AStephenson

    Workouts Are A Drug

    I've felt it while riding my spin bike. I love getting in that spot where I feel like I could go on for hours, I feel strong, muscles warm and rhythmic, breathing quick but steady..I close my eyes and just feel the movement make my body swing. It feels so good!
  12. AStephenson

    New To This Forum!

    Welcome to the forum...there is a wealth of information here. Cruise around, you'll learn a lot!
  13. AStephenson

    My New Nsv! :)

    That is awesome to read!! Congratulations! I'm 5'1 and 217...I'm soo tired of my thighs throwing sparks (feels like!) as I walk from the friction! Looking forward to that NSV myself Please post some pics!
  14. AStephenson

    Buddy In Ohio

    yes..February 18th with Dr. Ariel Ortiz...self pay so headed to Mexico
  15. AStephenson

    Buddy In Ohio

    Hey there..I'm over on the other bottom corner....Athens county. My surgery is in February. Good luck on your December date!
  16. AStephenson

    Head Games!

    I have a feeling I'm going to be "sharing" a lot of food with the critters around here after my surgery because I'll be eating with my eyes too...maybe I should close them?? Might help me listen to my body
  17. AStephenson

    Shake Recipes ***extensive List!***

    Wowzer! That's a great list as well..thanks for sharing!
  18. I use weight-by-date pro on my home computer and I really like it. http://www.weightbydate.com/
  19. Geez girl! LOL...I thought you were ready to plug yourself up! I probably would be
  20. AStephenson

    Remember To Chew And Eat Slow

    I need to keep this in the front of my mind once I'm sleeved..I've been known to push the limits a time or two myself. Best lessons are learned the hard way I guess? Thanks for posting
  21. AStephenson

    Why Do I Hate The Word "hubby" So Much?

    LOL! I was just thinking that!! I don't call my guy "hubby" but sometimes refer to him as that when I'm typing text. Just easier than typing "husband" I guess?? I dunno...and he has called me his "Ol' lady" since I was fifteen...either that or "woman". I sometimes would like to hear him just say my name!
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    Struggling With Pre-Op Diet

    Just posted this...maybe you can find something you'd like to try? http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/topic/58664-shake-recipes-extensive-list/
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    Struggling With Pre-Op Diet

    Are you allowed to drink any ready made protein drinks? I like EAS carb control shakes..they're pretty cheap, ready to drink and you can get them at walmart..they come in dark choc, choc, strawberry and vanilla. I like them tastewise so much better than the ones I've whipped up with the powder. The other day I added a few drops of peppermint extract to a dark choc one and it tasted like a peppermint patty!

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