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Hi- I just wanted to see if anyone has one that works well, is not really expensive, and not huge. Thanks!

This is very common- move as much as you can- walking/moving helps to get the gas out- also try taking Gas X- there is a chewable one and possibly even a liquid one that can help a little. Other option is to ask doc for a pain medication to help some. good luck

It sounds like you are doing it for the right reasons- your health and your child. I was worried about "my old life" changing but I have not had a bad experience. I am not hungry all the time and I don't focus on food like I used to. I also recommend going to the support groups at least a few times a year after having it done. It really is a positive life change. You can eat, just not as much, and you don't worry about food as much as you used to because you don't feel hungry. I used to eat and while I was eating I was thinking about what I was going to eat next- not now. I feel satisfied. It's a wonderful change.

Hi- The Unjury chocolate protein shake is actually pretty good. Also, talk to your doc because you might need a little more carbs than you are getting. They had to increase mine pre-op because I am diabetic and I was shaking and sugar levels were getting low. I know it is HORRIBLE! The reason they need you to do this is that your liver has to be "Flat" in order to assist with the surgery. Make sure you are getting enough protein, even if you have to drink it constantly because it will help you feel full and less shaky and nauseous. The first two to three days are horrible b/c you are sort of "detoxing." After that you will feel better and it will get easier. Also, maybe talk to the doc about not taking the metformin for a few days...

Hi- I had my surgery Feb 1st and have lost 20 pounds, and yes, I eat cheetos and cake- sorry :shades_smile: I just don't eat a lot of it and I make sure I don't eat it every single day. I cannot eat pizza for some reason, but other than that as long as I eat slowly and DO NOT DRINK with my food, I can eat just about anything. At the end of the day, the number of calories you eat is what dictates your weight loss. Also, it is VERY important that if you are hungry or able to eat more than you should that you contact your doctor and schedule to get the band adjusted. I am going in today for an adjustment because I am starting to be able to eat much more than I want/should. I was very, very, very nervous about having the surgery but I am so glad that I did it. My advice is to go for it and to visualize yourself each day as having a positive reaction to the surgery. Don't be negative- imagine yourself for five minutes a day in your mind as a thin, healthy, happy person who loves life. I promise it will help! Best of luck.

surgery was 2/1 and i know i am to do all liquids but says cream of wheat- is that ok?

My husband is doing the meals- the smell would get me so I ordered prepared food from "Let's DIsh" and now he can make it for him and kids

Hi- My surgery is scheduled for February 1st and I started the low carb, high protein liquid diet today that I have to stay on for the entire week. I am not even a full day into it and have a headache and feel nauseated. I am drinking the protein shakes/soups/etc. (unjury brand, which tastes pretty good). I just don't know what to do about the nausea. Any advice? Thanks!

That is great! Can you tell me how to join it? I have no idea! Thanks so much and hopefully we'll be chatting soon :rolleyes2:

Hi- I started the liquid diet today, which is not great. I am 35 years old, stay at home mom, married, 4 kids. I want to lose about 150 lbs and am excited about the procedure, but of course, a little nervous too. I was at the doctor's office the other day doing my pre-op stuff and there were two women in there who had the surgery and both raved about it :rolleyes2: If anyone is interested in "going through this together" and are having surgery soon, please let me know. Good luck to all

Good luck to you! My surgery is scheduled for February 1st. I just started the liquid, low carb diet today and it's not a lot of fun. I have heard great things about post-surgery results and am very excited for both of us :rolleyes2:

Hi- I am having surgery next week and my doc told me that being lightheaded can come from an electrolyte imbalance (possibly dehydration) and that you can drink this new stuff called G2- it's Gatorade 2 and has all the electrolyte stuff without all the sugar, etc...give it a try and good luck!