Navigating the Wilderness
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Smoothies
Navigating the Wilderness replied to kathytravy@gmail.com's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have not lost the cravings and constantly thought of food. This is the worst during the liquid diet. It has gotten much easier to deal with as time has gone on. -
Cravings
Navigating the Wilderness replied to Kris loves sea turtles's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had the same problem as you, and after 3 months post-op I still have them, but they are further and further apart from each other, and it is easier to resist. -
Band revision to sleeve
Navigating the Wilderness replied to Feelinghopefulnow's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I had it done 3 months ago. Within 1 month I lost more weight than during the entire 5 years I had the lap band. No regrets or complications with the band to sleeve revision. Mine was one surgery, and I felt about the same pain-wise as the lap band surgery. I would definitely say go for it! -
Smoothies
Navigating the Wilderness replied to kathytravy@gmail.com's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Fruits are definitely high carbs. Look more at the veggie-based smoothies. -
I think they fall under the category of 'Dietary Supplements' and are thus not regulated by the FDA.
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https://www.law360.com/articles/865678/protein-powder-maker-accuses-rival-of-false-advertising
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You should know that 'unflavored' means no flavor masking the protein, not that it has no flavor, and do some research on Genepro, it has a bad rep on this site, though I personally have not used it.
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7/8 months post op
Navigating the Wilderness replied to facebro29's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
80 pounds is still awesome though bud! Congrats on that. Just keep working it!! -
Taste is relative to each person. My surgeon demanded either Isopure or Unjury. The unjury Chocolate Splendor and Chicken Broth were good. Many people on here seem to prefer Premier Protein which has more calories, sugar and fat per ounce than Unjury. I have heard the Premier Protein caramel is very, very good.
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Gastric bypass 2008
Navigating the Wilderness replied to prettybutterfly's topic in Gastric Plication Surgery Forum
Just curious how much weight and how fast? -
pain
Navigating the Wilderness replied to MDG042017's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I did not, but would definitely recommend you contact your surgeon with this concern.- 1 reply
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First Post- 2 Questions- Insurance and being judged
Navigating the Wilderness replied to Amber Hannan's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I didn't want to raise the alarm, but I agree with this 100%. As for having to guard yourself, I dunno. I have never cared what anyone thought about me, and with the exception of maybe junior high have never had anyone judge me just because of my weight. I get what you are saying, but I would think if anywhere, college would be the least judgmental place on earth. -
Tomorrow's the day!!!!
Navigating the Wilderness replied to BubbleSam's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Go forth and kick ass! -
First Post- 2 Questions- Insurance and being judged
Navigating the Wilderness replied to Amber Hannan's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Stop. Only a complete psychopath would judge you negatively for making a positive life change. Do you really care what psychos think? Different insurances take different times. Mine took under 2 weeks. -
Good day - hopeful for many NSVs
Navigating the Wilderness replied to B.Annie's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Hahahaha, I think we all have a pre-op moment like this. -
When does the weight loss begin?
Navigating the Wilderness replied to Myaiku_Kuraitani's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
You should see weight loss after 1 week, but I would caution using the scale right after surgery as your body will have quite a bit a healing to do and you should focus on that first! -
I've heard of the 3 week stall but 3rd month?
Navigating the Wilderness replied to jmar23's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Count me in for the stair step weight loss as well. -
Common misconceptions
Navigating the Wilderness replied to Berry78's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Meh, if you are happy with your progress, and you certainly should be, then who cares what others think? -
My 600 lb life
Navigating the Wilderness replied to Candigal's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't recall which episode it was, but there was one I watched right after I had surgery where the mother was bringing this kid a trough of taco bell and asking him if it felt good in his tummy. I never wanted to harm someone so much as that lady. ...well maybe I was a little envious of the food trough at the time. -
cannot smell skunk
Navigating the Wilderness replied to shots95's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
How strange our bodies are indeed! I'd count it as a win that you can't smell skunk. -
Doubters
Navigating the Wilderness replied to LiLiTsc's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'd like to say I'd do what @blizair09 said, but in reality I would probably spend some time finding their insecurities and exploiting them as much as possible with little nasty but totally ambiguous statements to them over the next few months. Realistically, only a really insecure person would say something negative about you making a positive life choice. -
8 months out - is this when the depression hits?
Navigating the Wilderness replied to ryan_86's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Well, depression sux. No way around it. I wish I had a magic cure-all for you, but the best I can do is the following: -
Clear Liquid Blues
Navigating the Wilderness replied to NightPilgrim's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I would definitely follow the orders for a 10 day liquid diet. The last thing you want is to go to the ER and have to explain to the doctors you are there because you quit following instructions less than 10 days after surgery. -
Monthly weigh-ins.....
Navigating the Wilderness replied to PrinnAnna's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Yes, differing weights, always higher at the Dr.'s office, though I chalk it up to weighing myself first thing in the morning wearing boxer shorts, vs when I go to the Dr.'s office and am fully clothed, plus I have begun drinking water for the day by time I get to the Dr.'s office as well. Hmm, wonder if next visit I should just go in boxer shorts? -
Feeling discouraged
Navigating the Wilderness replied to New Me 31317's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Instead of 'growing pains', you are experiencing 'shrinking pains'. It comes with the surgery, Don't give up, it will get better.