KristenLe
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I had my 2nd NUT appointment today and asked her what foods I'll need to avoid post-op. She said pasta, bread and rice - not because of the carbs but more because they swell in your stomach. (So she said).
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Looking for people who are just starting the bariatric process
KristenLe replied to XxStephYxX's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@fytn4mine I had my NUT appointment today (#2) and found out I don't have to do the 6 months of supervised weight loss like I was originally told by BCBS. I am looking at September too - can't wait! -
Woohoo! Great job!
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3 days out and feel like ****!
KristenLe replied to Rvamom's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You shouldn't have a limit to how much water or non caloric drinks you have. Try taking a PPI to reduce stomach acid. Also - try liquids at different temps. Feel better! -
Fed BCBS, BMI 38/39, None of the top 4 comorbidities for insurance approval
KristenLe replied to HopefulInVirginia's topic in Insurance & Financing
Obesity Action Coalition has some great info about appealing. Get a letter from your PCP too. -
"@@James Marusek" Nice car! Maybe after I lose weight my reward will be a little convertible! :-)
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Wow - you look great! Congrats!
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Today is the first day of the rest of my life
KristenLe replied to RaptorWitch's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
@@RaptorWitch Great loss! Congrats! -
Well I lost a whopping 1 lb in a month! :-( But I also got some good news - I don't have a 6 month supervised diet requirement as I was originally told by BCBS!!! It looks like my preferred date of August or September is looking good!
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My 6 month surgiversary is here!
KristenLe replied to Sajijoma's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Congrats!!! -
5 Minute Stress Relief
KristenLe replied to Inner Surfer Girl's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I bought an "adult" coloring book. Not what you're thinking @@KindaFamiliar -
5 Minute Stress Relief
KristenLe replied to Inner Surfer Girl's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
"@" - Good one! [emoji14] -
Second NUT appointment
KristenLe replied to KristenLe's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@smg Thank you for your encouragement. My NUT said I was doing good and weight loss right now doesn't matter as long as I'm eating the right foods. -
Second NUT appointment
KristenLe replied to KristenLe's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I could get nothing from Blue Cross other than a verbal that I needed 6 month supervised diet. they told me yesterday that the surgeon's office would have to see what my requirement was. When I went today the nutritionist said put the insurance coordinator at the practice I didn't have to wait 6 months. I'm in RI -
I would be careful wearing it during the day - they can see the times worn. It's like Big Brother - I used to get texts from mine saying I hadn't worn it for 2 days (I went away and didn't take it). I don't think you will wear during surgery but after in recovery and post-op.
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"Only 18 pounds in a month"??? When have you been able to do that before? I'm pre-surgery and headed to my NUT this morning for my 2nd appt and have lost nothing (and have been dieting). 18 lbs in a month is a great success! If you're following the plan and getting your protein and water - you're not doing anything wrong. It seems that with that loss - you're doing things properly!
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Prep op diet? I hadn't direction about it
KristenLe replied to ZillyNa's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Low carb - high protein. My Nutritionist has me on 50% protein / 50% produce pre-surgery. Only non-caloric drinks. Best of luck! -
That's great progress. If you feel like you are retaining water -/watch your sodium (often high in low cal prepared foods) and drink more water. Don't compare yourself to others - you lost 39 lbs in 4 months - that's awesome!
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I wear mine. I didn't use it Sunday night and slept like crap. It took about a week to get used to the mask. They will cancel your surgery - so you have to suck it up.
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@@AmysShrinking I have to go thru 6 months of a supervised weight loss program first (only got 1 month under my belt). I'm hoping for September.
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I'm very sorry. If I were to guess - it started before your surgery. Stay strong - you'll get through this! Hugs to you and your kids!
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Prep op diet? I hadn't direction about it
KristenLe replied to ZillyNa's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Not all surgeon's require a pre-op diet. Call and find out if you're supposed to be following one. Most often it is given to shrink the liver before surgery because the liver is near stomach. -
Band to Bypass journey has now begun ....
KristenLe replied to amartyn1's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
@@minihaha Because many obese people have obstructive sleep apnea - and that can cause a greater risk with anesthesia. -
Maybe it's a stomach bug but you need to get seen or you'll end up dehydrated.
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I'll be 48 by the time I have mine too.
