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@ Hi there, since the document got popular I put it in a blog and you can download it from there. http://www.bariatricpal.com/blog/9892/entry-33688-gastric-sleeve-documents-interesting-info-and-recipes/

I agree, I was told 60 - 80 depends on your body type.

@@shawnee1973 HI there, can you please give an example of what you eat in one day that reaches 800 calories on soft foods? I am struggling here and barely make it to 400 calories and I am on my 16th day.

Well, here I am on the 16th day. Tomorrow I have my first follow up with my surgeon. I am nervous about it, not sure why. I hope I don't disappoint. I am still struggling with solids. I am supposed to be on pureed food but I can't do it. So I stuck with protein shake and bars and soup. I have tried tinkering with certain solids but my stomach is not having it. I think I am not chewing properly. I know we have to chew to the point of non existant, but I am not there yet. Not a whole lot to say, other than I am on the dreaded 3rd week stall and I can barely make it to 400 calories.

@@Ashy76 Awesome, I sure will.

It is amazing. If you google Davinci Robot images, you will see how the physician sits while it uses this thing. They say it is the closest thing to human hands. And using this is less invasive and less chances for bacteria or mistakes. The hospital I went to is the only one that has it down in SFL. I didn't know until a few days before the surgery. It freaked me out a little, but no regrets. I have 5 incisions in my tummy and when they heal, it won't be noticible.

Mine was pretty normal. Lingered about a day longer than usual, but nothing to worry about....

@@Stevehud LMAO!!

@@kenb79 Oh you have no idea the emotional rollercoaster this can do. But it is all for the better, keep telling yourself that. It all has to do with the change, the shock, the irritation with food, the anticipation, stress, etc, blah blah blah. Think of it as PMS only with food.

@@mdlange Hi there, emailed you the docs. It is a PDF with lots of info I was given, the shake recipes are in the back.

I am no expert, as I am only 16 days post. However, I can tell you that if your surgery goes as planned (the norm) then by the 3rd week you should have no pain. This is my 3rd week and I don't have pain. My incisions feel a little discomfort at times because of the stiches still healing. Nothing big to worry about. Energy? Well, if you are like me that the space in my stomach is only 1 -2 ounces, calorie intake will be a concern which leads to energy or lack there of. (I can only shove 400 calories a day right now) So my advise if you chose to do these trips, LOTS of Protein shakes and LOTS of high Protein Bars with you at all times. The protein helps you from becoming weak. Always hydrate. When you are not drinking your Protein shake, make sure you are drinking Water. Mind you, drinking the protein shake will take a good hour or so. Remember the size of the tummy and the liquid that is incoming. I am sure more experienced people will chime in and you can gather all the info and make a decision at that time.

Send me your email address, I can send you a PDF with info and it has shake recipes.

Well in that case, mine is apple pie scented with essential oils from the Yankee Candle Co.

@@Browneyedgirl818 - My Twin! Where have you been! lol I am at 3 weeks post op and I know exactly how you feel. I can't take another Protein shake and chicken broth for the life of me. I am on the pureed stage which means NOTHING, because everything in a blender grosses me out apparently. I have my first follow up with my surgeon tomorrow. I am going to ask him what's up with all this nonsense of mine? Plus I can barely make it to 400 calories a day. Nevermind the 64oz of Water. So far, this is what I have discovered: cheese on eggs gross me out (for now) My new tummy doesn't care for ham Cottage Cheese is okay, if I put honey on it. Still I can only eat about 1 tablespoon of it. Desperate attempt to blenderize mac and cheese and that was a HUGE mistake. lol Swallowed one crouton thinking, no harm- no foul, HAHAHA, yeah right. Crouton was stuck for a long while. Shrimp taste funny to me. (I hope that changes) Home made mash potatoes (i made for dinner for my loved one and I tasted a pinch of it) tastes nasty to me. I baked cupcakes for my BF job and I don't care for the smell of batter and icing is nasty Deviled Ham is cat food Shredded buffalo chicken (deli meat) gives me heartburn Quest Bar- Apple pie is awesome (having for dinner right now) I was only able to eat 1 oz of baked tilapia before it got stuck going down. Decaf coffee is okay Premier Protein chocolate shake is nasty to me because of the thickness. I discovered I prefer 1 % milk over 2% milk Lipton Black Iced tea sugar free has been my savior Lifesavers has also saved me a few time from low sugar Greek yogurt is NOT my thing. ugh. Diabetic Dannon light yogurt is okay Refried Beans is not my thing Popsicles- cherry only I can go on, but can you tell my desperate attempts in the kitchen? I know when I am able to eat solids, it will be much better. But for right now, dog biscuits look tempting. lol So I understand you completely.

Doesn't gas and poop always smell? lol Just saying...

@@wilbskinny Thank you for the encouragement!

@@Rogofulm No need to apologize, it is worth repeating! When one is new and is struggling to see the numbers go down, we want to hear from the experts out there. The ones that have been through it. Sure, I can do a search in the forums, but it is nice to get responses from fresh new people, not stale conversations from a year ago. Thank you so much, I will check it out! xoxo

Thanks all!

People, what exactly is graze or grazing? I see that term a lot on here.

@@wilbskinny Thank you for that info.....any information helps. I have been struggling to meet 400 calories. Nevermind making it to 800 calories. As soon as I can swallow real food, I hope to meet that goal. However right now, I can barely fit anything. The most is 2 ounces. If I am not drinking a Protein shake or Soup, I am drinking diet tea or Water. There is always something going in and filling that space in my stomach. I am going to ask the surgeon tomorrow when can I expect to eat a little more, have a little more space in there.......I want to meet the 800 calories. Believe me, I wish I can have a real meal in a minute!

Sleevacious. Lol. J.k.

I didn't know it had its own name.....i am walking at the park and me and this squirrel almost fought over a nut. J.k.

I grew up Catholic, but find myself to be more of a free spirited /Baptist person now. Anywho, please don't be offended with what I am going to say, I mean well in every which way. But being that I am 16 days post op and have had my struggles....your taste buds may change to the point that the smell or taste of something will make you sick to your stomach. Wine? when your stomach is still swollen, raw and healing? I don't know about that, sounds dangerous. I love God in every way and have complete trust and faith in him. I want to say that, due to your surgery, maybe you should skip the communion wafer /wine action for a few weeks and still attend church. I am sure in no way will God frown upon you. After all, you are looking out for your health to continue to serve him in this world. xoxo

Thank you Bill. It is okay, I need the broken record. It was discouraging for a nano second there. I was one day 238, next day 239.5 I was flipping out. I was like WTH? I eat like a squirrel and sip Water all day long like a stinking hamster off of those water bottles...(picture that) and I gain a pound? I know we fluctuate daily. I get that. But you know how it is, when you are so anxious to see the scale go down, and then you see the needle go the other way....kinda makes your hair stand up. Let's see what the ol surg has to say tomorrow.