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I need some ideas of quick, easy snacks and also what to make for dinner? I hate fish, eggs, and cottage cheese. I'm trying to stay as low carb as possible and get lots of protein. thanks! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I suck on sugar free candies and also ginger candy from the pharmacy section for nausea. And yes, the sleeve can be stretched unfortunately Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My doctors put me on like 3 different medications for it and told me to eat 6 small meals a day. It's helped tremendously. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I know this sounds like such a silly question, but I'm wondering when you know when to stop eating? Of course you're thinking "when you're full".... but I'm not hungry to begin with. I am supposed to eat 5-6 small meals a day. It's a chore to eat 1 or 2 lol but I'm trying to do the 5-6.. so how do I know when to stop when I wasn't hungry to begin with? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yes. I had an upper gi and they said it is gerd. I had gerd before my sleeve, but the sleeve made it much worse. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had the sleeve dec 14th. I've always had gerd and it is WAY worse now. I had an upper gi yesterday to make sure nothing major was wrong. Anything I eat or drink comes right back up into my esophagus. It's super painful Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I went there a few weeks after my surgery and had the mashed potatoes with country gravy. It was delicious! Be careful though because they leave some skin in the potatoes and also a few small chunks. Just go around the skin with your fork and chew the potatoes really well! Good luck and have fun Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

When you started regular foods, what did you try? I don't start for another week and a half, but I know I will be really nervous to be able to eat whatever. I don't really know what to start trying first Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm starting my soft food stage this weekend. The menu I was given says I can have poached salmon, scrambled eggs, yogurt and cottage cheese. These are all things I can't really eat without getting nauseous. I was wondering if you could give me suggestions of what else I could eat that is soft, even if it is carbs. I know I don't need these things, and once I'm on my regular diet and can eat whatever, I have a strict meal plan and gym plan for myself, but for now, I'm just trying to get by and keep things in my stomach. Any help would be appreciated. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Okay so I had something on Wednesday that didn't agree with me. Today's Friday, and I'm still really sick from it. I'm not able to get my Protein or fluids in because it makes me so sick and I'm running to the bathroom. I've talked with my surgeons office and they're not concerned but I really didn't think I would still be sick from it. Plus I'm extremely gassy (burps) from it. Has anyone else experienced staying sick for multiple days because a couple bites of something didn't agree with them? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I put the premier protein caramel shake in decaf coffee or sugar free hot chocolate and that helps. I know you don't like the premier, and I'm not a fan of it either, but this way you can't taste it. And I also put a scoop of unflavored protein in it to get even more protein in. Be careful though because some people become lactose intolerant after surgery Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Ugh I hate that you're dealing with the same thing. It has me so upset. I feel like it's such a set back are you vomiting or anything? I feel super gassy like I did after surgery but can't seem to burp it out. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App What was it? The sauce from a non spicy curry Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am 3 weeks out as well. I have suffered from anxiety and depression since I was little, but my depression has been significantly worse lately. I'm here if you need someone to talk to, as I could use someone myself. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was really worried about the pain after surgery as well. In recovery, apparently I complained so bad that they did an EKG to make sure everything was fine. Thank God it was. But I don't even remember the pain in recovery. Yes, the gas was bad. Pretty bad at times. BUT it was not unbearable !!! Take gas x strips and walk as much as possible because it's the only thing that will help. Best of luck! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm 4 days post op and feel miserable. My stomach is tight and has lots of pressure. My chest hurts (maybe from gas idk) and I'm nauseous. Some people say this is normal because I just had a major surgery but then some say theyre already back to normal by now. So I'm getting scared Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I use my binder and it's been a life savor! Lol. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Mine told me that as well. I was so worried I would "break" something or pop my pouch or stitches but he said little can be done to do that- basically just progressing your diet before you should. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Does anyone know of anything I can do to help get rid of the muscle soreness in my stomach? I'm a little worried to put a heading pad on it, even over clothes, considering my incisions are there. I got suggested ice packs and will try that as well but was wondering if you guys did anything in particular to heal that pain faster? Also, I've been walking, drinking Water and getting in Protein. Walking helps with my gas, but not my stomach pain. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I talked to my surgeon yesterday, and he said something similar as well. The day he saw me in the hospital, he said "how do you feel after I legally stabbed you 6 times?" Lol! Which is essentially what they do. I know, from the looks of the incisions, it seems like nothing major was done. I had a very high bmi and carry majority of my weight in my stomach. So it hangs and pulls at the muscles and incisions as well. I pray you feel better soon. ❤️❤️ Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you for such a thorough comment. My body is still very achy as well. My shoulders, sides, back, everything lol. Thank God, I woke up today feeling quite a bit better than yesterday. I'm still sore, but not like I have been. I talked to my surgeon yesterday and he said it's just muscle soreness. I see him on Friday, so I can't wait to see what he has to say. I've been on a recliner since I got home from the hospital which has made it almost impossible to sleep. Last night I was able to lay at an uncomfortable angle on my back in bed lol but I finally got good rest!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I was sleeved on 12/14/16. I'm having trouble getting all of my Protein in. I know this is common but I was wondering how much you guys are getting in? Between having to get 64 oz of Water and a minimum of 60 g of protein a day, I'm struggling. I'm getting about 40 g of protein a day.. I really don't want to lose my hair or get sick. I'm sipping on it all day, but there's just no room in my pouch for anymore! Lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Its been okay. My stomach is still extremely sore. I'm assuming the muscles that they cut through to get my stomach out. How're you feeling? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Thank you! I'm glad you're starting to feel better! Best of luck on your new journey Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Thank you! I've been using both of those as well you feeling better overall? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Good luck!! I'll say a prayer for you. The breathing tube will make it worse, but only for a couple days. It's not too bad once you can start sipping on Water. And yes, I'm married and so my husband was home with me. My mom stayed too to help. You don't HAVE to have someone, but it's best if you can because if you're too sore to get up and get things, they're there for you. Although you definitely need to get up and walk! and you also shouldn't bend over. So if you drop something, they can get it for you. But if you'll be alone, I'll sure you'll do great! Keep us updated Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Good luck!! I'll say a prayer for you. The breathing tube will make it worse, but only for a couple days. It's not too bad once you can start sipping on water. And yes, I'm married and so my husband was home with me. My mom stayed too to help. You don't HAVE to have someone, but it's best if you can because if you're too sore to get up and get things, they're there for you. Although you definitely need to get up and walk! and you also shouldn't bend over. So if you drop something, they can get it for you. But if you'll be alone, I'll sure you'll do great! Keep us updated Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

That's why I've been a bit anxious. I see so many posts about people feeling great after day 2 and I still feel miserable.. I've only seen a few people say they still felt bad for weeks. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Oh wow! I'm sorry you're still hurting. I have to hold my stomach when I walk and lean forward. It hurts to stand straight because it pulls at my stomach. I'm also afraid I'll mess something up if I stand correctly. I pray you feel better soon! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App