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mduffield

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  1. mduffield

    Pre op diet frustration!

    mduffield replied to mduffield's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Thanks - I'm sure the low calories are causing inner panic! Lol
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    Pre op diet frustration!

    mduffield replied to mduffield's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I agree the 7lbs was great! It's just weird as soon as I started liquids the weight stalled.
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    Sick, hungry, headache

    mduffield replied to Docgerri's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I'm day 10 ( of 21.) into my pre op diet. I'm doing well but it's not easy. I'm 3 days into liquids ONLY. Certainly is not the easy part of this process. Our big tummies are EMPTY, hungry and grumbly! Hang in there, if you think about the whole journey we are all embarking on, it's just the beginning! We CAN do this. Makes sure you are drinking your water and taking your supplements!! I've only had one bad headache at the start.
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    Sick, hungry, headache

    mduffield replied to Docgerri's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Weight loss surgery ( WLS )
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I'm taking " garden of life." Organic supplements. Cheapest from Amazon. They are great! I love them and are much more affordable for me. I also only take half dose right now since there's so many vitamins in my shakes. Don't see a point when our bodies can only absorb so much at a time.
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Thanks for updating!! Been thinking about you and wondering... Yay for happy news!!
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I'm not using the vitaleph. Doing premier protein and organic supplements. Losing really well and I had one week of no carbs ( one shake and 2 tiny meals per day.) that really helped my cravings, but two days into ONLY liquids and greens after no carbs is tough. No other way to put it. We CAN do this! Your lucky to be four days ahead of me.
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I have dr Ortiz as well, on the 9th! I've heard amazing things. Yay for a great start to 2015!
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Yes it's hard! I'm also under 2lbs from pre surgery goal. Yay!!! 13 days...
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I've been really cold as well! I told my body to go ahead and burn some fat for heat! Haha This is hard, with ya there! Keep your goal right in front of you and remind yourself this part doesn't last forever. You can do this!!
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Oh no!! Keep us posted!!
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Merry Christmas January sleevers!! Have wonderful holiday. If your one of the lucky ones ( like me!) pre op dieting, don't think about the food just the family and friendships you share!!! Here's to the last holiday in these "fluffy" bodies!! 2015 is gonna be a great year! Cheers to you all... ????????
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I'm with ya!!! Bring on surgery!!
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Spirometer - got mine off amazon for $10. You'll easily lose that last 5lbs + some these next two weeks!!! Yahooo!!!! We are getting close! My surgery is the 9th
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    I started last Friday so I'm day five and its waaaaay better. First three days I felt starving and rumbling tummy, yesterday I felt full after my one small meal. And this morning I woke up without wanting it eat my pillow!! Just keep surgery and your goals always in front of you! It really does help. I'm losing 1lb a day at least so that's encouraging too!!
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    I have one week of greatly reduced calories and 2weeks of liquid diet. (So three weeks total.) Aids in losing the MINIMUM 5% body fat and shrinks the liver so they can get to your stomach easier during surgery. It also helps kickstarts weightloss. I'm in day three and doing well! It's good to gear up and get myself into a new mindset! Every surgeon is very different for pre op requirements.
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    I'm on day three!! Doing well. Sleeping so good at night and not too tired otherwise. Down 4lbs from Friday!! That's all the encouragement i need to stay strong and keep going. 19 days until surgery!!
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    We are surgery buddies!! Same day same surgeon. First day of mostly liquids and only protein and veggie meal. I'm feeling hungry but nothing too terrible. Hoping this week zips by with the holiday. Ready for surgery already!!
  19. mduffield
    I haven't seen "savory" shakes yet. Keep you posted if I do! The broth is actually gagging me today ( with the unflavored protein powder.) so I'm doing coffee with protein powder for breakfast, greens and protein lunch and shake for dinner. Lotsa water too!
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    Welcome!! Your date is so close!! Def keep us updated on your progress and post op!
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    Dr. Ariel Ortiz at the OCC

    mduffield replied to Kindle's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery

    @@Kindle - the lypo solve is only for PRE op. Helps you achieve maximum weight loss before surgery ( hence shrunken liver!) but seems like plenty of people have made it happen without.
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    Calling January Sleever????

    mduffield replied to time for june's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

    Yea, I feel ya! I've struggled with feeling down and grumbly a lot. Surgery is still three weeks away and that feels REALLY long!! It'll be worth it!! But this is just one of the really hard parts. Hang in there! Your not alone. Keep yourself busy and OUT of the kitchen! ????
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    Dr. Ariel Ortiz at the OCC

    mduffield replied to Kindle's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery

    Thanks so much for the info! I too hate anything unnatural in my body so trying to avoid stuff I have no idea about, when I read the label! Last question - why do you only take half dose?? Would you recommend full dose, early post op? That's so great your panels were on target. I'm young and healthy ( too healthy fat wise! Haha) and don't have any medical issues, so I'm praying for a smooth experience!
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    I'm January 9th!
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    Dr. Ariel Ortiz at the OCC

    mduffield replied to Kindle's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery

    So you did ok with a capsule post op? It absorbs ok? What brand of b12 and vit d do you use? Do you get yours off amazon or locally? They have "lypo solve" pre op that was green coffee bean extract, etc. Basically a fat burning pill. Did you do anything like that? Sorry for all the questions!! Just have a few days before pre op commences

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