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BEST protien shake option
KristenLe replied to lemonzinger907's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Bariatric Fusion protein powder is very good. Good Vitamins and Protein. -
@ Congrats!!! You've done incredibly well!!!
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@@chobits81 That is the book I was going to recommend as well. Definitely worth it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0054RXXS0/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
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Ladies, please help!
KristenLe replied to hernewselfie's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
@@hernewselfie The hormones released by burning fat are probably what is to blame. It's important to rule out an infection though (the smell would concern me). Hope you feel better soon!!! -
Dehydration weight gain
KristenLe replied to skeewee's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@skeewee You should be worried - dehydration is dangerous. If it is impacting your kidneys - then it's critical that you increase your fluids. The weight gain is not unusual - but it's not what you should be concerned about. -
@@Joy@boman It's still very early and not unusual for you to feel crappy still. Concentrate on fluids - that's most important. Try something with electrolytes (Powerade Zero, G2) and some broth (sodium). Hang in there!!!
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Swelling and not keeping anything down.
KristenLe replied to anm1979's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Keep walking. Try warm fluids and see if that's better. I did well with tea. I was also hospitalized 3 days for nausea though. -
@@westonmark It's not likely you will stretch your stomach - especially on full liquids. They move through your sleeve quickly. I would be sure to measure your food and only eat the suggested portion size. I am not sure what that is with full liquids but your paperwork should say so. I am on mushy foods and am allowed 1-2ozs every 2.5-3 hrs. I think you can have more full liquids.
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3 weeks tomorrow and lost....
KristenLe replied to addiesbigdaddy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Are you taking anything? Zofran works well. If you're on something that isn't working- ask that they change it. -
Be sure you are taking a PPI (acid reducer) and drinking plenty of fluids. Increased stomach acid can mimic hunger - and dehydration can as well. Are you able to eat anything at this stage?
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Burp, gurgling? Going to fast
KristenLe replied to Butterflywarrior's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I think it's normal. I can now sip fairly normal sips. -
Hole for drainage makes five
KristenLe replied to Joy@boman's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I was able to shower but I didn't have a drain. I do have 6 incisions though. -
Psychological evaluation
KristenLe replied to billpride's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
It's not bad at all. They ask about eating habits, depression and anxiety, social history, previous diet attempts, support systems, etc. Just be honest and take advantage of any advice given. -
Feeling so emotionally overwhelmed
KristenLe replied to lleonar43's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You shouldn't have to. Have they run any tests to make sure you don't have any complications? I know that it's not unusual to need 6-8 weeks recovery. -
3 weeks tomorrow and lost....
KristenLe replied to addiesbigdaddy's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had alot of nausea and take zofran. Sleeved 10/18. Sorry you had a leak - that's scary. -
Eating the day before surgery?
KristenLe replied to Shanrom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I would consider not going along with this recommendation. Only because I wouldn't want to be dealing with carb withdrawal Post-op. I found pre-op of liquids helped me to prepare for post-op. Carb load is one thing if you're running a marathon - I don't think surgery requires a carb load. If you decide to go for it - let us know how you feel post-op. -
It depends how far out you are but at the puree stage - I'm supposed to start with 1-2 ozs working up to 4ozs by 6 weeks. 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup is fairly typical for a while I believe. 1oz = 2 Tbsp. I eat with a tiny spoon and take very small bites. You should eat over no more than 20 mins.
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Feeling so emotionally overwhelmed
KristenLe replied to lleonar43's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Call and demand an appointment or go to the ER. -
I never imagined cottage cheese could taste so good! :-)
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@@thikkay You probably won't be able to have advil but Tylenol is not a problem. I was swallowing pills while in the hospital - they just need to be tablets (no capsules) and no bigger than an M&M. I bought liquid tylenol for immediate post-op but it was so sweet I just couldn't do it.
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Starting this journey
KristenLe replied to vbartholomew44's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@vbartholomew44 You meet the surgery guidelines - BMI 37 with comorbidities. Regardless what others say, you will benefit from this surgery. Good luck! -
I'm excited and nervous
KristenLe replied to jwidner's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@jwidner Please don't be disappointed - we usually gain weight after surgery with all of the fluids from the IVs and swelling. Concentrate on getting in your fluids and Protein - don't worry so much about the scale at this point! Good luck at your appointment! -
Afraid I'm going to suck at this
KristenLe replied to KaiserKid's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@KaiserKid You're not crazy. I have a fear of failing as well. I bet many of us do. It's a full-time job to eat and drink at first - but I am assuming it becomes more routine at some point. I never thought I'd be able to stick with the pre-op diet and I did - 100% without cheating at all. I really think that helped me be prepared for post-op. I'm only a little more than a week post-op - but things are easier than I expected (so far anyway). I'm just taking it one day at a time. -
@@jwidner It's very common. As you burn fat, it is releasing hormones that were stored - creating some issues with your cycle and moods.
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Any October 2016 Sleevers?
KristenLe replied to bkskinny's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Be sure to concentrate on fluids first - right now that's most important. Ask your Dr about something for the nausea if you're not already taking anything.