Newme17
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I have CIgna. Paperwork was submitted on a Tuesday morning and I was approved the next day by 11am. I was told 1-2 weeks wait. Might help to call Cigna and ask them, see if you can get it pushed through a bit. I called before the paperwork was submitted and asked what the process was. The rep just told me that someone has to look it over, make sure all the paperwork is there, and that was it. If anything was questionable, missing, etc...then it takes longer.
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Day #4 of 14 PRE-OP DIET
My day started at 12:38 am (thankfully I went back to sleep)....I was jolted awake by a bang on/in our house. I looked over towards the living area and I see flashes of light going on. I instantly reached for my gun, but it was so dark, I ended up knocking over some essential oils. Finally got it and took the safety off. I'm walking with it down, ready to shoot if I need to. I kept seeing the flashes of light. So, just as when I turn the corner, a huge sound of THUNDER happened, and then lighting flashed everywhere!!! BAHAHAHAJAJAJAJA!
It was a darn storm that came in. SMH. I texted my husband (he works nights) and told him what happened. He LOL'd and says I need to practice with getting it out. Well, at least I was ready to shoot if I had to. Ain't no body coming in my house uninvited, ya'll. Newme17's got a gun!
Ok, so the diet..... way better than the first three days. It's almost to the point that I can care less about food anymore. My family cooks something (in the microwave--renovation still on; or eat food out) and it might smell good, but I'm not wanting it. I've found that I've been craving chicken broth most of the time; it hits the spot for me . I love to drink hot liquids too, so I take advantage of the decaf coffee I can have too. So, did all of my liquids/protein today, had 2 cups of salad, with 4oz chicken breast, and 1 tbsp. light dressing. I don't care for much dressing on salads anyway, so when I actually measured a tbsp, I was proud of myself, because that's about how much I've always put on salads.
Go me!
Should just get easier....I've got this down. Oh...best part, my jeans went on like butter today. No sucking, pulling, pushing to get them on. Yay!
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Oh white and me do not go together unfortunately. The first wear, they will have a cherry icee stain (I did not even have a icee lol), ketchup, mustard and some grass or dirt from the imaginary ground that I did not sit on lol.
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Sweet as peaches and Newme17 reacted to this
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@Thejeweledsleeve, that's the story of my clothes, white or not. Lol. Especially with three young kids!
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Protein and my sleeve's precious little space
Newme17 replied to TheRealSergio's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Makes total sense and what you described is exactly what I plan to do. I am going for a plant based diet. we can get protein in through plants too, but given that shortly after post op and the limited space, I'll be working on the protein shakes, etc first. I suspect it might not be until maintenance, when we can eat a bit more to go all out. BUT, with that said, my nutritionist approved my green bombs that I throw in my protein shakes. I freeze ice cube size amounts of spinach, kale, ginger, gr Apple, cucumber, avocado, and even coconut oil mixed together. I will be blending one cube with my drinks to get that extra nutrition in, until I can work up to 2-3 per drink. Or maybe put them in soups, etc....the volume will essentially be gone and in drink form. -
Going backwards in a good way Benjamin Buttons! Lol
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Yogurt options pre-op
Newme17 replied to BlessedMomma's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't like it either, due to the texture, but I did like the triple oikos Greek yogurt, by Dannon maybe??, ok. It was better than any others, if you stick with Greek -
Pre-op diet day #3
its getting easier. Still hungry a bit but manageable. I love BP chicken bouillon. Probably my favorite broth that I've had and it's an unlimited choice for me. But I limit it still, I don't want to get sick of it. Let's hope tomorrow is even better.
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Wow!! You rock! I'm so inspired by your progress. 😊
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I love those pjs. They're so cute! I hope you make your goal, that's an awesome one to have. Very cute for everyone wearing pajamas for a Christmas brunch too. 😊
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100 pounds down in less than 5 months? Holy cow!
Newme17 replied to Tufflaw's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
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As for your insurance requirements with weight, I'd call them and ask if you are to lose some weight, lowering your bmi, (if you don't have a co-morbidity), if it causes the chances of unapproval. Most insurances take the very first weigh in weight. So if you were to lose some weight, it should still be approved. That's how mine is.
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What is that one thing you look forward to so much, post op?
Newme17 replied to Kris_Aloha's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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Oh boy. I would be livid. I hope you get a great outcome from this.
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Pre-op Diet Day #2
Well, I'm tired and hurting and hungry. I was going to post an update earlier, but ended up having to help my husband with a couple of wall cabinets that he's installing. Turned out to be a bit of a challenge. (Old house, uneven walls). I'm ready for bed, took a Benadryl because these allergies are acting up. I won't be able to take anything after Friday, but Tylenol, which I will be taking for my now, new, re-injured shoulder. Ugh. If I lift heavy, move it certain ways, it's killing me afterwards. Even now as I type, so I'm leaving it short as possible.
Today, I did well. I followed everything precisely again. I wanted to get creative for my one meal, but, well, I don't have a kitchen to cook. So, I just ate some more shrimp with broccoli and cauliflower. If I had time, or more time, I'll try to find something else other than what I ate for two days in a row. Does anyone have any ideas? I think would have just been easier to do all liquids for me. Maybe I'll get some seasoned chicken breasts that's already cooked in the frozen section tomorrow.
I'm hungry and going to bed as so. Goodnight ya'll.
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@Thejeweledsleeve 😂 the pain from surgery? Lol. I'm no stranger to surgery pain, but let's see how this one does compared to all the others. Another good thing for me...I've got a high pain tolerance. So I might just be walking in the park, literally too!!!! Haha!
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Once your weight falls away you will find that old injuries are way less troublesome. I have had a very bad shoulder for 11 years, literally have to take pain meds every day. Unfortunately it's the side I sleep on most, so that doesn't help, but now that my weight is considerably less, not so much weighing down on it at night, it's heaps better. You will find that you will move around so much more during the day and that helps to give all your joints gentle,regular exercise, and then aches and pains get so much better. Good luck.
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Thanks @Brit in Oz. I still have to get the shoulder looked at, but I'll be soooo happy for it to be less painful due from weight. Like you, I tend to sleep on that side, although I have to move in to a position where it's manageable to do so these days. But thanks for your words...I'm looking forward to getting better all over!
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I'll post a photo a year out from now. Lol. I do plan on getting more. 😊
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I personally think genetics, how much weight you had, age, skin color all plays a role. I don't think there's a one size fits all for not looking old (if it happens to you). Other than that, there's always plastics. Maybe someone else has a remedy that worked for them that'll work for you. ???
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I'm on the 15th as well and have the same diet as your doctor prescribed. Started pre-op today! I assume you did too? How did you fare so far?
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TJ Max mothers day commercial
Newme17 replied to chynadoll619's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I believe you will too 😊 Keep the hope up! Children are blessings (can also wear you out! Lol) but overall, being a GOOD mother is rewarding. Be blessed hon. -
Anybody else try to talk themselves out of it?
Newme17 replied to lilj8588's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes. I talked myself out twice. Cancelled surgeon appts twice. Wasn't so I could eat all the wrong foods, I literally thought I could exercise and diet my way out of 100 plus pounds. Maybe if I were single, no kids....yes, the extra responsibilities holds me back. My surgeon even told me that only 2% of people in my age group who actually lose it all on their own, keep it off. Only 2%! Well, I'm not in the 2% and to top it off I need to drastically reduce the chances of cancer, diabetes, etc as I don't have anything now. My mother has all of those now and I don't think she'll last through the next year. 😕 So, I haven't changed my mind at all during my journey this time around. It's a go! -
Praying for good results
Newme17 replied to lindabalseca's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Bless your heart! I hope nothing but blessings and great things for you hon. -
@MBird what a trying time, emotionally, I'm sorry to hear of your dad. I hope/pray that he fares well and you also hon. Blessings to you both.
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1st day of liquid diet
Newme17 replied to aipvisual's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
1st day of my pre-op diet today and I'm hungry too. About to get another broth/coffee here. -
Pre-op diet day 1
its not over yet! But I'm glad to say it's going well. Was a tad hard about 3pm, but I remedy that. My pre op diet consists of two protein shakes, and one meal (4oz of lean meats, 2 cups non starchy veggies). I have a list of free foods that have a daily limit. Mind you, they're mostly condiments, etc. I can have unlimited decaf teas and coffees, low sodium boullion, flavored waters, and of course regular water!
Here is what I've had up till 5pm central, in the order I had it:
16oz water
16oz water
GNC protein shake
16oz water
2oz raw carrots (the best ones ever, lol)
GNC protein shake
8oz water
8oz BP chicken bouillon (smelled nasty but tasted pretty good!)
then I'll be having, very SLOWLY:
4oz steamed Cajun flavored shrimp
1 cup steamed broccoli with 1 cup steamed cauliflower with 5 squirts of I can't believe it's not butter (yes, only five squirts allowed)
after dinner, I'll be sure to drink more water, probably put a flavor packet in it (for dessert!!! lol 😂)
Oh, and I found out, fat-free cream cheese is DISGUSTING!!!!! I'll come up with some crazy concoction to use it. Just gross.
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Popcorn.. when did you start eating it
Newme17 replied to princessK23's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I hate butter on popcorn, always had and opted for it without at movies, etc. Even movie popcorn without butter is horrible. I found a nice substitute because I do like popcorn. It'll have to be a once in a while treat when it's safe enough to eat. Skinny Pop popcorn. But I'm not all about low or no carbs either, so I don't really care too much about carbs, as long as my protein intake is good. I'd probably eat it on my workout days. -
Many have found that when they're eating too little, they're stalling their loss. Don't know what you're doing, activity levels, or eating , so it's just a general answer. Best to get with your nut.
