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unflavored protein powder
Norma Galitzen replied to lorena090's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I really like the Quest products. They sell packets so you can just try it out before buying a huge container. -
I much prefer Premier. The only flavor I don't like is Strawberry.
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Looking for So. Cal Kaiser Newbies
Norma Galitzen replied to Helen of LaCroix's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm in Torrance. My sleeve was done in Harbor City and my bypass is next Tuesday also at Harbor City. I'm familiar with West LA though, my sister had her sleeve done in West LA a few years ago. -
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Looking for So. Cal Kaiser Newbies
Norma Galitzen replied to Helen of LaCroix's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello! I live in Torrance and had the sleeve in July of 2015 at Kaiser in Harbor City. I am going on for bypass on January 23 also at Kaiser Harbor City. -
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Best Tasting Calcium Citrate Chewable
Norma Galitzen replied to LoveMySleeve's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The caramel chews from Bariatric Advantage -
Worst things people have said to you or behind your back regarding surgery
Norma Galitzen replied to Nickkibear24's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
He gave me the pre op diet 3 weeks before surgery. I lost 12 pounds total and I cheated a few times. I did get weighed in right before surgery and he was happy that I had lost. I don't know if he would have stopped the surgery if I did not lose any weight. Just don't gain!!! Get on track and stick with it from now until surgery. -
Worst things people have said to you or behind your back regarding surgery
Norma Galitzen replied to Nickkibear24's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi Nickkibear, the surgery is for you! Many of us got to out of control weights because we were not putting ourselves first. By the way, it looks like we have the same surgeon!! Dr. Mun rocked it out for me. -
5 days out and all I want is a bm
Norma Galitzen replied to ambwolfe's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I used the gentle Dulcolax for sensitive tummies (the pink one). I took 2. Be prepared to stay home for about 6 hours at least. I only had to take it once, that got everything moving. -
Post op day#2
Norma Galitzen replied to nativedoll1's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
No but it sounds reasonable that they would be elevated. Just rest and relax. I wouldnt have minded an extra day! Good luck. -
Lifting dilemma
Norma Galitzen replied to Woodland4807's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yikes be careful! I know I picked up a heavy bag today out of habit to get it out of the way then I was like oopsie! We must be careful so we can heal properly! Glad you are ok. -
I don't know what to do.
Norma Galitzen replied to mrh1282's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Something is stopping you but something is also keeping you going back. it is a scary decision but everyone who I know, including myself, who is newly sleeved, is glad they did it. I still have not (personally) met someone who said they wish they would have passed. Maybe see a therapist to help you sort out some thoughts and feelings? I did. -
Help! Just had surgery...
Norma Galitzen replied to xrayyoung22's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I only felt seriously nauseous the second day and slight waves here and there over day 3 and 4. My sisters driving me home from the hospital did not help. I only took my at home pain meds one time when it got unbearable and I got a pounding headache. Good luck. I only felt seriously nauseous the second day and slight waves here and there over day 3 and 4. My sisters driving me home from the hospital did not help. I only took my at home pain meds one time when it got unbearable and I got a pounding headache. Good luck. -
Pureed foods, really?
Norma Galitzen replied to Jim in Utah's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I cannot wait til I can have eggs or vegetarian re fried beans. It all sounds like a dream! -
So I have been on my pre op diet for about 2 weeks. I "cheated" over the weekend and ate a meal I knew I would not be able to eat again because it would probably case dumping after surgery and I had a couple of drinks as well. Other than that, I have done quite well with the pre op diet. I keep telling myself I have low energy from eating so few calories but then I think, I am still eating and getting calories so it must just be in my head. Did anyone feel this way during pre op diet? Did anyone keep up a workout routine throughout? Sorry, I guess this is more of a vent.
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Congrats! It is very exciting.
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Telling your employer about surgery
Norma Galitzen replied to jenc427's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My sister had the sleeve about 3 years ago and she chose not to disclose a single thing to her employer. She has been very successful and lost about 150 pounds but still, she will neither confirm nor deny. She thinks it is that personal. Me on the other hand, I am choosing to handle my surgery differently. I decided to be forthcoming about my surgery and have told my employer and my co workers about it. Everyone has been EXTREMELY supportive and I am glad that I have been so honest. Besides, with 3 weeks of the pre op diet my co workers would have known something was up- Jello all day, every day!