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Kushka

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  1. Kushka

    I was losing my willpower on day five of my protein shake prep. Then I received an email from my surgeon's office reminding me of the importance of following the protocol. That bolstered me up!

    1. wascott

      wascott

      Definitely not a pleasant experience but I'm amazed how well I feel on such a reduced calorie diet.

      I've been mixing my protein shakes will lots of ice and some Truvia (to compensate for the dilution caused by the ice) This doubles or triples the size and makes me feel like I'm "eating" more.

    2. Kushka

      Kushka

      Thanks, Kathy! Great job, Scott! :)

    3. ShrinkingPeach

      ShrinkingPeach

      I did a week of protein shakes post-op...it IS rough but doable. My pre-op diet was 2 weeks prior and no solids...also rough. You've got this!! It's short term and puts you a day closer to your goal every day. Your surgeon's office sounds awesome that they are following up with you along the way!

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  2. Kushka
    Good luck to you, 3bzmom! How is your mother doing now?
  3. Kushka
    Eek! I hope I don't lose my taste for water!
  4. Kushka

    Surviving the protein shakes. On day four!!

    1. Kushka

      Kushka

      Me, too!

       

    2. wascott

      wascott

      Wow! You're the first person that I've come across that will be there at the same time as me. I guess we will see each other and probably share a ride into the OCC. I arrive in San Diego around noon on Sunday. I haven't asked them specifically but I'm assuming they don't do pre-op testing on Sundays.

    3. Kushka

      Kushka

      I'm excited to have a friend "in advance!" We can be walking buddies at the faciity and Marriott.

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  5. Kushka
    I'm June 22nd - it is coming right up! Good luck to all.
  6. Kushka
    Thank you so much for sharing what you learned from your PA, LauraEllen. That makes me feel better.
  7. Kushka

    Hello I'm new!

    Kushka replied to bigfatgoodbye's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story

    Hello! I'm so glad I stumbled across this particular thread! I am getting sleeved on 6/22/15! I am doing okay on the liquid diet (thanks to seeing some scale downward movement). I have invested a small fortune in various Protein powders. I have been obese since about age 4. Like many, I have lost and gained, but never sustained. I'm hoping this tool, along with all the support and encouragement, make the difference. I'm blessed to be married to the most wonderful man who is totally supportive. To those who provided the lists above, thank you so much! I added several items to my shopping list. I'll keep in touch, and I hope you all do the same.
  8. Kushka

    Less than a week what if stage

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

    Thanks for the description of the experience Miss. Mac. It makes me less nervous!
  9. Kushka
    Hello! Thank you for posting the exact same question I had. I lost three pounds total on my Atkins two-week post-op and I'm starting shakes only tomorrow for the last two weeks before sleeve surgery on 6/22/15. However, with my history of a chronic yo-yo dieter, I'm not all that surprised at my numbers. I LOVE the "body reboot" comment above. I'm going to focus on that and hope for the best.

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