Kyn13

I'm currently on a low carb diet like stated above so my intake is pretty high when it comes to Protein. Between 120-180 a day. So far the only down side has been extremely constipated. This is what one of my last couple days looked like numbers wise. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

There is always things like crystal light packets which I have when I can no longer stand the flavor of Water. Or you can do as lema suggests lemon, cucumber, berries, lime, mint leaves those are all really good for helping with water. Even better is to make a pitcher the day before and leave it in the fridge so it's nice and bold Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

I use the Syntrax chocolate truffles Protein powder mixed with unsweetened coconut milk Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

I have UHC as well I had to do 6 months supervised weight loss, I lost 17 lbs and gained 9 back. Psyc eval, I had to have 5 yrs of records proving I have weight issues. Bmi over 40 or under with 2 comorbidities. Letter of medical necessity. Nutritionist consult. Surgeon consult. Now the surgeon is making me lose 15lbs before he will schedule surgery. He gave me 6 weeks. My paperwork was submitted to ins Tuesday 8.2.16 I was approved 8.4.16 Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

I use Syntrax chocolate truffles Protein powder mixed with unsweetened coconut milk. It's thin and smooth and taste amazing Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

I try to keep my carbs as close to 20g a day but not over 40g ever. I lost 6lbs the first week. I also made myself eat 6 smaller meals rather than 3 larger ones. I'll let you know how week two end. If you need something like bread look up cloud bread it's really good and only has a few carbs in it Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

Need one where the scale moo's as you get on it.... Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

So I have found that if you take Syntrax chocolate truffles powder and mix it with unsweetened coconut milk, it tastes like heaven. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

I went and bought a special pj set to wear after, cause no one wants to see my full moon doing circles around the nurses station lol. A huggy bear sounds nice maybe my hubby loves me enough to buy me a special stuffy I'll have to put a bird n his ear. Never can be too safe not to bring ur rosary. Thank you all for ur input, I'm always worked I'm gonna forget something Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

So I just found out I got my insurance approval!!! And now I'm trying to get everything in order for the hospital. I don't have a date set as of yet all depends on how fast I meet my surgeons 15lbs loss requirement. I don't want to get there and feel like I forgot everything. So far on my list Fuzzy no slip socks Lip balm Charger Pillow Maybe my color book and markers Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

This is so awesome you look fabulous! !!! I bet you are so proud of ur self!!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

Finally got my insurance approval, still waiting on surgery date Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

My mom had this done in January and she stole my lip balm while I was visiting so I figured it was a safe bet lol Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

So I just got the call, I was approved!!! She said once I meet the 15lbs loss goal that was set for me I can move up my next app date so that I'm able to get a surgery date sooner. I have pre op class Monday. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

So on the 21st of july my Dr gave me 6wks to lose 15lbs. I wasn't sure I was gonna be able to do that. Well I waited till the 28th to start my diet cause the 26th was my birthday and I wanted to be able to have my cake. So today is day 5 of my low carb diet. No soda no sugar no Pasta no potatoes no corn or other high carb veggie rarely any fruit. I won't lie I've cheated a bit, one day I ate 3 small pieces of fries or two days ago I drank a diet Pepsi. But all in all I've kept my days under 40g of carbs a day. And it has been easy I feel sick and yucky and kinda pukie at times. And I just keep trying to tell my self get passed the first week and it will go away. So I'm pushing on. Any way the 21st I weighed 372 and today I weighed in at 366!! I'm so excited to have lost 6lbs:) only 9 more to go and I still have 30 days lol yay. This was my intake yesterday and what I try to achieve most days. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

I'm not saying I don't get hungry, and I allow myself a snack between each meal. And as long as my carbs never go above 40g it's not a big deal. When I start getting hungry I drink Water and if that doesn't work I chew gum for a bit and then if I'm still hungry I eat my next meal or snack. So if ur issue is in the evening save your biggest meal for dinner. Most of my meals are back wards because I'm usually just waking up before I have to cook dinner for my house so I eat dinner as my first meal. Which also helps because a shake is usually the last thing I eat before going to bed later so it helps to go to bed with something not as heavy on my tummy. If you think you are going to starve on this how do u plan on doing the liquid diet? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

Hey north sorry those are just my end of day totals. Here is what I ate yesterday B: 2 scrambled eggs and 1c sausage L: double bacon cheese burger no bun with green chili sauce Snack: 4oz 97%lean ham D: 1 premier Protein chocolate shake Snack: 1 Premier Protein chocolate shake Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

So I've been on a low carb diet for 5 days now (I started Thursday). And I finally got my new bath room scale in today. This is the first time I've weighed my self since the 21st at the dr. I was 372 at the dr and 366 today. So that's 6lbs in 5 days and so far all I've done is changed what I ate, I haven't upped my activity at all. This is what yesterday's intake looked like. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

I feel ur pain, I've been through this process twice the first time I lost my insurance and had to wait till I got a new one. So yeah it royally sucks. But Gl I look forward to hearing how it goes. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

I didn't and won't mention it, not sure who did. I just have first hand knowledge of the med because my son has taken it everyday for the last two yrs. The phentermine could be a good option. And you can get it from ur primary care doctor so you don't have to go through ur nutritionist or surgeons office to get it. But eventually I think you are just gonna have to break down and find ur want to again to get back on track. I know that's what I had to do. So much so that my amazing bf went around the house and through my car to find all my junk stashes (most of it in my bag for work) and he took it away and took it to work to share with the guys. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

My life story, and it doesn't help because I love to bake in my spare time. No one in my family get store bought cakes n such cause I'm always doing birthdays. I've recently had to kick everything cold turkey, I find if I allow myself to cheat then it just grows until it's out of control agian. So 3 days ago I started on a low carb diet, no bread no Pasta no soda no junk no corn and fruit only occasionally. It's been hard I feel like crap, headaches tummy aches no energy. But I'm pushing through and hoping like hell that at the end of my first week it will get easier. So far I miss fruit alot. And soda but if found the fizzy flavored Water helps when I need a break from plain water. I really hope the cravings go away soon to cause I'm ravenous it's hard to not give in between the thoughts of fried chicken, pizza & chocolate I might go crazy before surgery. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

The medication is called Vyvanse My son takes it for his severe adhd and impulse issues. It's not something I would recommend as a diet pill unless you actually need the med for another condition. There are several other meds that are geared just for weight loss that are alot better and cheaper then the Vyvanse. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

Are you all prepared? When do they do ur insurance approval? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

I'm definitely in the scared/worried catagory. We are waiting on insurance approval and I can't help but worry they will find some reason to deny it. Even though I know I checked and triple checked everything they needed and what I had to do. Including making sure I had at least 2 comorbidities listed even tho my bmi automatically qualifies me. Just very nerve racking process Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App

Hey northstar9148 I'm part of a low carb support group on fb and I'm pretty sure I can get you added if you need or want the extra help getting started they are fabulous about answering questions Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G870A using the BariatricPal App