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@@mlgok How much Protein are you getting? How about fluids? Are you getting enough calories? You may need to increase protein/fluids - maybe add some healthy fats or veggies/fruits. Change things up a bit - kick yourself out of the stall! You've done so good so far - Congrats!

@@Anabean My plan recommends continuing to supplement shakes at that stage. It's difficult to get in your Protein with the small amount we can eat.

@@debd80 I've been reading this forum for a while and can tell you that anytime someone has this same concern - those that have been successful say that you need more calories from Protein and veggies, healthy fats. I know you said you had conflicting information and all the info you received probably made things worse. I would try increasing protein/calories - make sure you are drinking a lot of non-calorie liquids and see what happens. Let us know.

@@Sherbear2 What are you allowed? I start on 10/4/16 and I know it's going to be rough going! I have 5 shakes (Bariatric Fusion) a day and 3 Snacks of either broth, sf popsicles, sf Jello or 1/2 cup watermelon. Just keep thinking of the goal! Good luck!

@@katkathryn Stalls are very normal - although very frustrating. Change it up a bit - add more Protein, change your exercise routine, add some healthy fats - something might kick you out of the stall. If you are exercising a lot - you may need to increase your Water and protein. Hang in there!!! You can do this!!!

@@Sherbear2 G2 has less sugars but actually Powerade Zero is better - no sugar and tastes better in my opinion. Gatorade (regular) has loads of sugars and I'd avoid that unless you are mixing with Water to dilute it alot.

@@Terri70 I think 7-10 days.

Call the surgeon on-call. This is not something to mess around with. If you can't reach the Dr go to the ER.

We're you able to get this sorted out right now I have an elevated ALT and Fatty liver I wonder if that won't make me a candidate for surgery Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Many of us have a fatty liver. That's why they usually have people do a pre-op diet. Depending on your situation - they may have you get an ultrasound or further testing. It'll be important for you to stick to pre-op diet. Good luck.

I don't think those are bad #s. My TSH was higher. Iron lower but not low enough to be abnormal I don't think. I wouldn't worry.

Maybe some sugar free popsicles as a snack, broth, tea, infused water...just always have something available and remember to drink throughout the day. I have a water bottle at work that I drink all day and fill about 4 times. If it's not in front of me I'll forget to drink.

Prayers @@applejenn Keep us posted.

You will probably be able to lose weight by changing what you eat and drink. For exercise - maybe swimming would help your back and help you lose. Good luck.

There's no reason why you can't meet all of those goals!! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

What was the purpose of the prior with then? That's to authorize the surgery based on your benefits! That's ridiculous! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

It sounds as though you are eating a well balanced, healthy diet! That's great about the pounds dropping! Sent from my KFFOWI using the BariatricPal App

Woohoo! Congrats! So exciting!

They're not always as clear to us - I thought I had abnormal results and Dr said they were fine.

@@rolosmom7 I'm going to be eating very different from my SO. We always have. He eats sweets every night, sometimes a bag of chips, etc. I am not making him or expecting him to change how he eats - I'm the one who is obese and having WLS. It's going to be a little difficult at first but he's very supportive. He plans to quit smoking at the same time - we will see how that goes! ????

@@luli1690 Yes, that's correct. I had to come off my BC pills. You need to be careful pre-op and especially post-op to use another form of birth as it is very dangerous to get pregnant until at least a year post WLS. Fertility can be increased with weight loss.

These have a load of sugar! I would not recommend them for Bariatric patients.

You may have to supplement with shakes, bars or unflavored protein powder added to food/drinks.

I would call your PCP. It may be just allergies but a headache lasting that long should be checked out. It may be a vitamin deficiency.

You really need to meet your protein and water goals. That will help with healing and weight loss. Congrats on your loss!