cindyw41

My husband is a runner.. I want nothing more than to run with him. The problem, he's a distance runner. An ultra runner. Im afraid that I won't be able to even run a half marathon because of the restrictions of how much I will be able to drink and eat. Has anyone had the surgery and been able to start running? How did you handle the calorie intake, hydrate exc.

Since we can't have NSAIDs any longer, what is your go to cold med?

Yup, genetics is at play here and It sucks! Try not to compare your journeys and I can't imagine how difficult that is going to be but It's not going to help your outcome or relationship. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Bananas come in all sizes..I could eat a small banana but only half of a large one. At 2 weeks out I couldn't eat more than a couple tablespoons before I was satisfied. I certainly wasn't hungry so it was a chore to eat. (Even now at almost 8 months out). I really didn't start feeling the pressure or fullness till I was on soft foods. This is when I really starting feeling the restriction. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

If I didn't eat cheese, (its one of the foods I actually enjoy) I would never eat enough calories. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

On their shipping page is says that they do. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm off work till next July. (Not medically related) I feel your pain of being bored and not having anything to do. I'm starting to quilt to make gifts for Christmas. Spend these last two weeks getting a jump on that or find something you really wanted to try but never had the time to. It really sucks having a limited income to boot but I'm making the best of it. The best feeling is having my two adult kids (19&20) getting up everyday and going to work to help their unemployed parents out Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I ordered some Syntrax nectars and I didn't have any issues with the order. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Most likely It's not hunger. Acid will feel like hunger, dehydration will feel like hunger and that dreaded head hunger. If you're getting all of your Protein and liquid in, you have to find a way to pass the time and ignore that feeling. This is one of the hardest things to overcome. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@northstar9148 It's way too much to give on here but I could email the information to you. I had to go through 7 monthly classes. From learning to read labels to how to cope emotionally post op. DM me your email and I'll work on it for you

Do you have a planet fitness near you? They're either $10-$20 a month and you have access to free trainers and classes. (The $20 per month includes the tanning beds) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I found watching the food network almost therapeutic in those early days. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've tried shrimp and crab both sit well. They're a little tough for 17 days out but they are my go to now. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

The incision pain lasted about 2 weeks. If I drank too fast or too much it hurt going down. Take slow small sips Make sure you take your Vitamins and reaching your Protein and liquid goals. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was on full liquids starting the day after surgery. Some Drs have patients on clear liquids for a month post op, what does your plan say? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

A $15 electric mini chopper made the purée stage so much easier. I put everything into that baby Definitely add a little gravy or a condiment to make the meat moist. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@bellabeans My Peanut Butter craving was satisfied by adding a little PB2 to my shakes. You won't be "hungry" for a while but try to keep your meals to 30 mins. We can eat anything if we stretch it out. I had meatloaf on my puréed stage. I put it in my mini chopper and ate it with a little bit of mashed potatoes. I wasn't able to eat more than 1/4 cup overall. If it helps you to stay on a schedule there are tons of examples online. It was the only way I could get my liquid and Protein in during those early days. I set my Fitbit to remind me to eat but there are apps like Baritastic that have timers. http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/2007/08/pureed-foods.html?m=1 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was told no Ibuprofen because of the risk of Ulcers. I have been tempted to take it because of a phantom shoulder pain that I have. It has gotten better but i haven't been able to do much weight lifting because my range of motion is very limited. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Water weight will fluctuate. If you're following your plan it definitely isn't fat. A lb of fat and a lb of muscle weigh the same.. It's just a lb of muscle takes up less room. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@ppressey24 my shorkie is used to is now but at first it would startle him. lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

It's very common for your taste to change following surgery. What flavor do you have of the premier? Try adding some S/f syrups to change the flavor. I added raspberry or a little PB2 to the chocolate. Mix it up a little Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Mine still sounds like a thunderstorm at almost 8 months out. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Have you had your 2 week follow up? If so, I'd ask your surgeon if there is a doctor or surgeon in your new area that he would recommend. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

If you're looking for the flavor, look for extracts or s/f syrups. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My surgeon would deny me if I gained more than 5 by the end of the 6 months. My insurance didn't have that clause. I too seesawed during my 7 months but ended up losing just 8lbs by the end.