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What Brand of Calcium Citrate Do You Take?
BeagleLover replied to mnmlst's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I take Bariatric Advantage twice a day. They are a pleasant-tasting caramel chewy candy. -
could it get worse?
BeagleLover replied to harleyphleb's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I think you need to put your foot down. What!!? That have 4 - 6 weeks to submit?! Ahh NO! You want it sent in immediately. Keep bugging them every day until it's sent in. -
What's for breakfast?
BeagleLover replied to tamg26k's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Most mornings I have an omelet with one egg & 1/2oz. Monterrey Jack cheese, cooked slowly so it's not too dry. -
Abdominal work outs
BeagleLover replied to KarenF1972's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I could lift 20lbs. or less for the first month After that, I could lift heavier. -
Think of all the money you'll save on food you can save up for NEXT black Friday!
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Sounds like it would be good planning to mention this to your surgeon on your last pre-op. Maybe you can get a prescription filled the day before.
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By two days after surgery, I had no pain. Got the pain killer prescription filled, but never needed to use them!
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Best protein drinks? Clear, whey powders, and liquids?
BeagleLover replied to joliemarie88's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
unjury and Syntrax nectar - they are both 100% Protein isolate and have good taste reviews. Lots of recipes can be found on the blog, The World According to Eggface. -
Age 50 or over (or anyone)
BeagleLover replied to Bkooltome's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Looks like you're making great progress! I hope you turn the corner soon & not so tired. -
Do Protein shakes count as water intake?
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I think it will go away and NOT COME BACK! That's better than "probably diminish"! (That's a doctor's standard non-guarantee language.)
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@@Eclectick, a few months ago, I found a scientific study that determined that, if you have had diabetes for around 4 years or less, it will likely go away completely without returning. I had diabetes for 4 years. My blood sugar went way down after only 2 days. Glad to give you some good news!
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What a difference a year makes...
BeagleLover replied to melissaingr's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
You do look beautiful and healthy! Congratulations! -
Your goal weight dream costume
BeagleLover replied to cindyt's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I always wanted to get a flesh-colored bodysuit with embroidered nipples, a l-o-n-g blond wig and be Lady Godiva. Oh, wearing a horse around my waist would finish the look. -
How Do You Get In Enough a Protein - Soft Foods and Beyond?
BeagleLover replied to sukik's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
chicken tetrazzini sloppy joes made with 93% ground beef beef stew egg omelet with a little cheese lower fat corned beef hash -
Round two of plastics after losing 161 lbs!
BeagleLover replied to sherry24184's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Wow! You look great! -
I was diagnosed by a blood test, but not after a biopsy. I was sleeved on 9/26. My surgeon said that it would resolve in 3 - 4 months after surgery.
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Considering Band to Sleeve. Where do I start?
BeagleLover replied to fghtffyrdmns's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I suggest getting the name of the nearest Bariatric Center of Excellence and get a referral to see a surgeon there for a second opinion. -
Were you given medicine to take 1st thing in the morning to minimize stomach acid to let your new stomach heal faster? I wouldn't assume the gurgline has anything to do with hunger... it just happens and is normal.
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So excited! Hit my milestone!
BeagleLover replied to Erica517's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
You look great! Congratulations! -
Lost too much weight?
BeagleLover replied to GotItDoneInHarlem's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I noticed that Syntrax has a Matrix line that has more calories. You may want to try that. By the way, you look so healthy and fantastic! -
I haven't pooped in 5 days....
BeagleLover replied to pinkbunies's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgeon said 2 - 3 days of liquids post-surgery, then whatever I could tolerate. I started with eggs, but if you're not careful, they are rubbery. I put a little extra Water in with the egg and cook it slowly so it stays soft. I also started with tuna fish + very low calorie mayo & a little Mt. Olive sugar free sweet relish.. again, very little at first and eat very slowly. For the constipation, I would just add some flax seeds to whatever you're eating. -
Any patient of Dr. Brebbia at WHC?
BeagleLover replied to Adora2150's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I would ask ahead of time if they are going to remove the gas before ending the surgery. I also suggest requesting that you receive the pain meds in your IV rather than trying to get large pills down. That's hard right after surgery. Best wishes! -
Preparing pre surgery
BeagleLover replied to 2NewBeginningsxoxo's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My NUT recommended the Bariatric Advantage Vitamins. She suggested taking 2 calcium citrate per day--- they are a pleasant caramel taste. I also take the Bariatric Advantage "Ultra Multi Formula with Iron". I take the calcium citrate in the morning and evening, and the multi-Vitamin in the middle of the day so the Iron and calcium don't negate each other out. -
what was the first food you ate after you could eat normal again?
BeagleLover replied to pinkbunies's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I get it out of a can from either Wal-Mart or Safeway.