SharBear617

Forgot to mention too, that you will also notice a difference in how full you feel when eating full-blown solid food....liquids, pureed, and even some soft foods will be in and out of your new stomach in a fairly short time.

Everyone's restriction is different, and your restriction will vary too. Sometimes mine is very noticeable (so that's when I use it for the tool that it is and I listen to it), and other times it isn't as tight for me, and that's when I rely on what I've learned about portion control and making sure I limit my intake. When the nerves start firing again? Also will vary, but I would think most people by 6-12 weeks out are able to feel fullness and/or satiety. But as a rule, I try to stop eating before I'm full, and stop when I'm satisfied.

This soon after surgery, it's not unusual to not feel "full." The nerves in your stomach were cut, and the stretch receptors are going to take a bit before it starts registering in your brain again. I feel that most people who claim to feel "full" right after surgery aren't really feeling a physical fullness so much as they are just not very interested in eating, which is also totally normal after surgery. Until your nerves start picking up and sending signals again, measuring how many ounces you are eating is the best way to make sure you don't over do it.

I'm 5'2" and have had luck this time of year finding capri pants for work at JC Penney, around $30.

Funny....I was just watching some of his vids last night. I used to before surgery too, but I like that he has ones you can learn from at different stages both preop and postop

I totally agree with the set point making this different. Also, like you said, you know what to do or you wouldn't be in this spot...I completely understand that feeling. But for me (I've gone up and down my whole life, more up than down unfortunately), it's been the combination of the mental willpower to change, as well as the physical restriction...if you use your tool, really listen to it, allow it to tell you to slow down, to stop eating, to not put whatever in your mouth...respect the tool, and it will serve you. I had my rny 6/2016, and for me, going through the preop process, and surgery, I made it such a huge deal in my mind so as to never, EVER forget what I actually was willing to put my body through...to keep it alive. Without wls, you only have your mind to tell you what to do or don't do....but when you add in your body to dictate as well....it's a powerful combo if you let it be. Makes sense too....after all, the brain and the body...they both need each other to survive. Best of luck, and I'm glad you're searching for an answer to a really good question.

Good luck!

I applaud your determination in finding a way to do exactly what you knew was the right decision (and yes, a life-saving one at that), but I'm so sorry you had to take an economic hit for it. You're absolutely right, it's ridiculous and should not be legal to exclude such a scientifically proven intervention for weight loss and the comorbidities that go with it. Even more maddening that insurance companies will gladly pay for things like Viagra (sorry guys, as much as you think your life depends on it, it really doesn't), but balk at saving lives. Fight a good fight! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

Super job, yay you!! And thanks for the inspiration! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

I could be wrong because this was a long time ago that I remember reading this, but I believe the more sugar you consume, the stinkier the "outcome". Your normal bacteria in your gut (the guys that keep you healtht) get as excited about sugar as a kid at a birthday party, and the sugar puts them into high gear producing....gas....stinky gas and poop. Take away their sugar, and they start behaving again. Also, if you get constipated, your waste just sits, getting more water pulled out of it and it sort of ferments...so again....stinkville. Try to remain regular too if you can. Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

My BCBS only required 3 months of weigh-ins, but mine is through the Fed employee coverage...I did all mine, 2/22/16, 3/21/16, and 4/22/16...no probs with approval. Am hoping you have the same outcome, best of luck! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

I do Premiere protein shakes which have whey isolate protein, and typically have no problems....until I drink them too fast....then yes, runs will come on. I just try to go slow on them, and it's all good! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

@sne0104....sorry for yet another post....forgot to mention I had also had several surgeries prior to my rny (gallbladder and appendix out, and c-section delivering twins), and honestly, the adhesion pain I suffered with from my c-section almost 16 years ago....has been totally gone since my rny. Forgot to ask if my surgeon actually did some ligation of them, or if they just "relaxed" from the gas stretching my abdomen. Will see if they come back, but for now am thrilled to no longer have that pelvic pain from them. Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

FYI, If you're curious how my weight loss has been, I started out with a goal to lose about 110 lbs (I'm 5'2", HW was 236 (Feb 2016), SW was 221(June 2016). CW 157, for loss of 79 lbs from 1 year ago, and 64 lbs in 8 months since surgery. I started out dropping quickly, then after about 2 months, it tapered to about 6-8 lbs a month. Not super fast, but I'm ok with that, and still losing. I want to get to 125, but would be cool with 135 (with excess skin, I can deal with 10 lbs over goal). Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

It is a very personal decision, so your doc is right, it is up to you (my doc was same way, put me in the driver's seat on making the decision, said she'd be happy to go with whichever I felt would be best for me). When I started out the whole thing, I was all about vsg, totally thought I'd choose that. However, after my first one-on-one meeting with my NUT, I was thinking perhaps gb was the best decision for me, reasons: I wanted the max benefit if I was going to have a wls; i already had gerd, didn't want to risk it getting worse with vsg; after years and years of losing weight and regain, i felt the gb would give me the strictest tool to lose and maintain the weight loss. It just all of a sudden clicked for me that gb was right for me, so that's what I did. Now 8 months out and absolutely NO regrets about my decision. My restrictive tool works as intended, it's allowed me to rework my relationship with food (it no longer rules my life and every waking thought), and I feel amazing. Except for the "reminders" my pouch sometimes gives me....sometimes I'd almost forget I had a surgery. And I feel very lucky in that when I had my 6 month labs checked, all my vitamin/mineral levels were totally fine (even though I'm not 100% at taking my supplements), iron was good, etc. Only thing low was my prealbumin, which can be an indicator of malnutrition....but, that's pretty much what the surgery does, prevents intake of a portion of calories and other elements. As long as I continue to feel and look great (I keep hearing tons of comments about how young and healthy I look now), I can live with a little malnutrition, lol. Best of luck with your decision, surgery, and recovery! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

Interesting....will check it out! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

Same, except I'm 46, never have, have no desire to. But I also have no desire to judge. Some turn to the pharmaceutical world to relieve some issues, some turn to pot...they both have their positives and negatives I'm sure. But what I will say, most especially to the younger (under 30) crowd is this...in my experience, both in life and work (I'm a nurse), I've known people who were regular to heavy users of cannabis from a young age into middle age and past, whose minds are so messed up it's sad. There are diagnosed psychoses that stem from heavy and/or prolonged use. Is it personal to me? Yes, my oldest sister is one of them. Was smart as a whip growing up, started smoking in her teens, the only time she did not was at 30 when pregnant with her son. She's now 55 years old, and could barely think her way out of a paper bag. Having a conversation with her is painful. Some will argue pot isn't as dangerous as alcohol, or overindulging in food (in most of our cases), or whatever it is that floats your boat and seemingly makes life easier to get through, and I truly don't know. All I know is what I've witnessed from my sister, others I've known, and from patients, and say what you will now, that you remain productive, and you're totally in control of it, etc, but there is fallout just like any of the other choices. And I'm not talking about people who have gotten in to other "heavy" drugs, but strictly pot use. Before I get any hate, again, I have no dog in this fight... I believe fully in we all do what we do and so what. Like the post I referred to, I wish nothing but peace and blessings to all, but I've been following this post from the beginning, and had to get that off my chest. I do thank everyone for the honesty and bravery in their posts....it's been very enlightening. Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

Not fearing that at all at this point. Can't say I never will, but I believe as long as I continue to eat healthy and stay active, my body will find where it wants to be weight-wise. Since our bodies have a brilliant way of trying to guarantee our survival, I don't think my body will continue to lose weight until I disappear. If anyone fears that, I recommend you never read the Stephen King book, "Thinner." Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

Sorry....but that's not a best friend. I'm not saying that true friends always agree with choices, nor should they, but if your friend really knew you, or really cared, she'd keep the negativity to herself. Plus, good friend or not, our choices are for US, not others. I'd back off that relationship because she'll knock it every step of the way, and this journey is difficult enough without throwing harmful attitudes in the mix. She may just be concerned/scared for you....but then she should be willing to get educated on it. Good luck, stay positive and firm. Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

I'm rny, started eating salad about week 10....I have no problem with it at all. If you do a salad for a meal, get that Protein in there (chicken, shrimp, salmon, boiled egg, cheese, bacon) keep it all on the top so you can get it in. If you eat a side salad with your protein, just focus on the protein source first, and then if room have at it with the salad. Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

If you're on pureed, refried Beans should be fine (ditch the tortilla chips though) and you may be ok with some chili, but careful if it's spicy might upset a 3 week postop tummy. Don't do alcohol that fresh postop, totally not worth the risk, way too soon. Agree with erp.....it's one afternoon, and a HUGE part of succeeding with this tool you've been given, is in learning how to disconnect from making holidays, celebrations, events, and yes, even comfort, about the food. Learn now how to restructure your focus for those things in life, and the rest will easily fall into place. Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

Hahahahaha.....laughing at the "bony ass" comments...before surgery I had developed the "shelf butt" (could've stacked some books on there!), but now have the same issue you're describing being uncomfortable sitting. My daughter is in marching band, and this past Fall, sitting on those metal bleachers at football games and marching competitions....ouch!! But (no pun intended), working on toning muscle there, and still would NEVER choose to go back to the extra padding I had preop. Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

Amazing transformation, you look great! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

I had my surgery June 2016 and was off my bp med by August 2016. Am still on same dose of thyroid med, and am not scheduled to get my levels checked until March, but I feel like I may need a decrease because I'm having much less need for sleep (can be fine on 4 or 5 hours, used to be best at 7 hours), and have some times of heart racing a bit. Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

Happy birthday, no better present to yourself then doing something healthy, yay you! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App