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nsquared

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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  1. nsquared

    Did you keep your surgery a secret?

    I told my parents and that is it. I doubt I will ever feel the need to tell more people than that.
  2. nsquared

    Down over 100lbs in 4 months

    Congratulation. Great job!
  3. I have lost a little more than 100lbs and have about 30 - 40 to go. I thought it would be a great idea to start a thread for others who are close to goal so we can share our stories, habits and get advice from the vets that have made it to goal. Losing may get more difficult as we get closer to goal and if there are any tips to get there, I'd know I'd love to hear them. My hope is to to be down 30lbs by the end of October 2013. I'd love to hear tips and about the journey of others.
  4. nsquared

    Self pay and hiatal hernia

    I had surgery in Feb 2013 and my situation was exactly like LaLa K above. The endoscopy and hernia repair was billed to my insurance. I paid cash for the sleeve.
  5. nsquared

    The Home Stretch!

    I am going to take proudgrammy's advice and check out the veteran's board.
  6. nsquared

    The Home Stretch!

    Thank you so much!
  7. I've lost a fair amount of weight and miraculously, have no excess skin. I started at a BMI slightly higher than 40 and started exercising 7 days post op. I think that helps a bit. I think there are a few factors that affect skin during weight loss; length of time obese, skin elasticity, moisture, exercise and age. I am still not at goal so there is still time for excess skin but I am fairly optimistic now that i am close.I say, work your program, stay hydrated and use a good moisturizer. If all else fails, surgery is always an option.
  8. nsquared

    Whole Foods Market

    They have great goat cheese, ahi and all the fixings for salad...pine nuts dried cranberries, etc. They also make a "superfood" salad with kale and beans. Very nutrient and protein packed. It's practically my primary grocery store now.
  9. It's a great feeling isn't it?! Congratulations.
  10. nsquared

    time to celebrate

    It's a great feeling, isn't it!? Congratulations and Sleeve On!
  11. Don't worry about it. You've done great so far and tomorrow is a new day!
  12. nsquared

    Constipation

    My diet progression was slower than yours but I had a horrific problem with constipation around 9 days post op. Miralax helped with that and I have pretty much been regular ever since.
  13. nsquared

    Exercise Motivation for Today

    I love it! That is awesome and so very true.
  14. nsquared

    Cheese count protein?

    Cottage cheese is a perfect protein to add. It's tasty and goes with lots of other foods.
  15. nsquared

    Hiatal Hernia repair?

    I had a hiatal hernia repair during my sleeve surgery. They found the hernia during my pre-op endoscopy. I never knew I had it and post-op it didn't bother me at all. I am not familiar with the feeling you describe. Hopefully, someone else knows. Good luck.
  16. nsquared

    Why am i so annoyed?

    Congratulations on your hard work. Losing 120lbs is amazing! Good for you.
  17. nsquared

    Shoe size

    I have gone done 1/2 a size in shoes. I am now between an 8 and 8.5. I've been buying new shoes lately.
  18. nsquared

    Toning

    Try Pilates. If you belong to a gym, take a Pilates class, if offered. You can also do it at home with a DVD. Ellen Barrett from Crunch Fitness does a great job on her DVD's. You'll get a good workout too.
  19. nsquared

    100 lbs down! WITH PICS

    Congratulations! Great work.
  20. nsquared

    Nuts

    Check with your nutritionist or surgeon, but I would say maybe around 8 - 10 weeks.
  21. nsquared

    A 7-25 sleeve

    Hi Patteee! So glad you are doing well. You certainly have been through the ringer.
  22. nsquared

    2 surgeries in one day

    You went through quite a bit. Thankfully, you are doing better now. Hang in there.
  23. nsquared

    School 20 days after surgery?

    A 20 - 30 lbs backpack is heavy even without the surgery, but I think they are primarily concerned about 2 weeks post op. My surgeon restricted me to no more than 10 lbs for 2 weeks post op. That said, you should be ok 20 days out or as someone suggested use a pack on wheels. The walking shouldn't be a problem though.
  24. nsquared

    Before & During pics

    Look at you! You look great!

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