StephBtoo

I can't speak from experience but I can say my doctor said to contact him if I can't keep my nutrients down... so that is first. Another idea, could you have a problem with milk- allergy or lactose intolerance? There are some shakes that are lactose free... Syntrax nectar comes to mind...

@@ylluz contact your doctor he may want to check that a problem hasn't developed??

Hi all, I just got a box of sample Syntrax nectar packages. The packages say to mix 2-4 oz of water/milk with 1/4 of the package? I'd like to hear from people who like Syntrax Nectar, your experiences with using it. Do you dump the package into a container to try to divide it into 4ths, Has anyone figured out a measurement for a 1/4 a package (i.e. 2 tablespoons, 3 tablespoons, 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon???). Do you like it better with a different portion of Water to mix (6oz water with 2 tablespoons of mix, etc...). Do you like certain flavors better with more or less water? I know some of this is up to a person's taste but I really would like to know what someone has found works for them!! I am really curious as to how different people use their Syntrax Nectar. Thanks!!!

LOL I live in south AL (right above the FL line) but I'm having my surgery in Huntsville (parents live there) so I'll be commuting right past you!!!

@@Alex Brecher I'll be glad to see you offering products we need in one convenient place as long as you can do it for reasonable prices and shipping cost. I live in a small town so other than Walmart most of my shopping for specialty items are purchased online. Amazon is where I go first to look for something I need...

@@ajcarl I ordered the sample box directly from http://www.si03.com/EMAIL/nectar_gng_sampler/nectarsampler.html The site gives an 800 number you call to order the sample package, It was $15 plus 1.99 shipping and they sent 15 samples. It came within a week.

WOW thanks guys!!

LOL our son is 17 and I doubt anything goes on around here that he doesn't know about...my hubby is terrible about keeping something to himself... I talked to my son about it and we had a pretty frank discussion about the pro and cons and the risk with surgery and the risk if I don't do the surgery... He is very supportive, he said his greatest wish is that I'll be healthy, happy, and around for a long time!!!

If you do decide to buy a home gym, look for one used. Sooooo many people buy them and don't use them that you can probably find a great buy!! We have one someone gave us when they were moving (my hubby & son use it). Them main problem I have with our home gym is having enough room for it... It takes up room just sitting there but you need even more room while you are using it... And I need it pulled even further away from any walls or furniture just so I can get around it to even try to use it!!! I was really surprised at how much room we needed... So that means it is in the basement (yes nice finished basement but still down stairs and away from everyone else....). The treadmill however is in the living room (and I'm still not fond of using it)!!!

Oh so many good thoughts... I want to be proud to stand next to my son in pictures for his graduation in May!!! AND he plans to attend college where I went and I want to look forward to walking around campus with my son telling him all about the good times!

Well we'll be celebrating with you on your birthday glitterpockets every year from now on - grin!!!

Good for you for sticking up for yourself and I'm so glad it worked!!!

I live about 2 1/2 hrs NE from Mobile In Covington County. How cool that you have family in Humtsville too!!!

I just found out today too that I'm scheduled for Aug 24th!! I have 2 weeks of 2 shakes a day with meal of 4-6oz Protein with 1/2 cup of veggies so starting Monday!!! LOL Monnie815 I don't live too far from Mobile but I'm going to Huntsville, AL to stay with my parents when I have my surgery.

I'm scheduled for Aug 24th and I'm excited and nervous all at the same time. I start my preop diet on Monday!!

How far out are you from surgery? If you are talking a couple of weeks, you won't lose that much weight between now and then... most insurance companies look for a BMI of 40. If you are talking months then find out what your insurance companies rules are. The way I understand it, losing weight right before the surgery is important to reduce the size of your liver so they have more room to move around in there... My BMI is 40.7 and my doctor told me to lose 5-7 lbs by doing the preop diet 2 weeks before surgery. 5-7 lbs won't drop me out but should help with my liver size. Not trying to sound harsh or anything (typing doesn't convey feelings/emotions/tone of voice very well), but your husband may need to be better educated about exactly what you are planning to put yourself through... this is in NO WAY easier than the old diet and exercise routine others without a weight problem seem to think is a cure all for all fat people -- if that were true none of us would be here!!! This is likely to be the most difficult thing you will ever do for yourself -- and the most rewarding!!

Okay full confession upfront, I can be a little anal about details that probably don't matter... that being said... I'm going to be staying at my parents house not a hotel or anything but I'm having a hard time deciding just what I should have with me... like what is a realistic expectation for clothing needs. I've seen where people suggest something real loose to come home from the hospital but how long do I need real loose? How quickly am I likely to drop a size and wish I'd brought something smaller? LOL maybe I should just look at it as my last opportunity to wear all my cute bigger sized clothing? Any suggestions? Tell me what you would have needed if you'd been at your mom's your first few weeks? I'm not as worried about my food choices, mom can run to the store and I have ordered a selection of different Protein shake samples and a couple of Vitamin samples that I can start with. I'll be on Clear liquids and then full liquids probably the whole time I'm there. Thanks!!

Thanks for you answer AngelaWilliamsMD, I think that is really what I need to know... How long should I expect to be swollen? How quickly should I expect to see some weight loss and on average how much in the first few weeks?

Excellent!!!!

Thrilled for you!! I want to be like you when I grow up (um slim down) LOL!! I love your smile in your now picture, that smile says I look great and I know it!!

Excellent!! Sounds like you are off to an great start. Fingers crossed I'll be able to say something similar when it is my turn!!!!

I love yoga... About a year ago or so, I was going regularly to a 2x wk morning class... it was a blend of styles because most of the class were either heavy or elderly. I had trouble with anything that had my head down because my hiatal hernia (not sure of spelling on that) was acting up. It is not fun to feel like your food is coming up every time you bend over -- LOL. Unfortunately, there were just not enough of us to keep the class going. There are a couple of night time classes but they are too crowded for me (not body issues, space issues, I don't like someone right up next to me, it feels claustrophobic). I did buy a set of DVDs I like and can't wait to get back to, when I don't have the hernia problem (supposed to be fixed with my sleeve surgery). The set I have is "Yoga for Inflexible people" it has 3 DVDs and over 50 different routines. You can pick your level and choose how long you want to work out. I love the flexibility and variety. The one thing I can't get with the DVDs is have an instructor check to make sure I'm doing it right (asking hubby does NOT work and my son just falls over laughing -- poo on them). I have a good friend who has gotten really healthy by adding yoga to her lifestyle and I want to be like her when I grow up -- LOL. Unfortunately she doesn't live anywhere near me... Good luck with trying yoga!!!

I agree with what Inner Surfer Girl said!! Lay out your pros and cons... not just with the surgery but what happens if you don't do something to change your weight. For me it came down to what WILL happen if I don't lose this excess weight (and I can't do it by myself and with just diet and exercise). The most I've ever lost dieting is 30 lbs and I need to lose 100 lbs. I have a fatty liver, high blood pressure, sleep aphnea, steps away from diabetes, and now a possible heart problem. I can't afford to NOT do something soon about my weight. I looked into this and thought about it 3 or 4 years ago, before I had these additional health problems, and boy do I wish NOW I'd done it then!!!

LOL I have RLS and I haven't even gotten to the surgery yet... I've had it for several years (Mom says I was always "wiggly" so maybe I've always had a version?!?) I have had a prescription (sorry I don't remember what it was), I didn't like it so I did some reading and started taking magnesium -- for me it helps tremendously ... my hubby even comments (if I'm sitting around bouncing my leg) that I need to go take my magnesium. I'm not sure you'll be able to not be on Vitamins after this surgery so I hope you can find a solution that works for you!!!

I can't answer any of your question but I wanted to wish you good luck!!!!