Long2BFree

I'm sorry she is struggling so much. Unfortunately this new way of eating is a complete lifestyle change and she needs to try and adjust. WLS is not the easy way out like so many make it out to be.

I'm glad you mentioned something about adding Protein powder to baby food peaches. I'm wondering how I will get all of my protein in post surgery. I also like that you posted about Full Liquid Foods being 1/4 cup total. I went for my educational class last week and they didn't break it down like this on the liquid part. I will have to ask my dietitian about this when I see her this week.

I've heard mixed info on how much the body can absorb in Protein so I don't know if what you are doing with the protein powder helps or not. I have my surgery on the 30th so I'm trying to put together some helpful info to hang on my fridge. Maybe you can add some unflavored protein powder to your wonton soup broth. I'm going to experiment with making Gelatin with an Isopure drink to see if I like it. I like Jello but am not crazy about putting so much artificial stuff in my body now that I'll be getting limited nutrition. Lol, we will see how it goes. Good luck with getting your routine down for work. That's one thing I've been pondering.

Congratulations on your success! How exciting for you to be so close to your goal! It's very encouraging.

How is your mom doing? May I ask how much she weighed when she had her surgery?

How are you feeling today?

I got my band removed in December 2015 and am revising to RNY the end of the month. Due to the extreme GERD and esophageul spasms, I was not a candidate. I know a gal who is 6 weeks post op with the Sleeve and she's having horrible GERD. Sadly, she will probably have to revise to RNY.

I understand the military mentality, I totally agree that the military should and need to be fit. I've worked on the same military installation for 30+ years and a military spouse for 31 years. I've worked many jobs where I was the only civilian (and female) and have heard the fitness, weight talks, etc that are given to the troops. My boss is former military. The nutritionist I see is a civilian.

The nut is not on my doctor's office and I wish I could go to her because she's very helpful and kind. I have to see a nut at a military facility because of my insurance. I only have to see her for 3 months...well 4 now because she didn't tell me I had to see her 3 months in a row as a qualifier for getting surgery and she originally scheduled me every 6 weeks. I have requested to pay out of pocket to see the nut in the doctor's office but am told its against the agreement with my insurance. People are prejudice against overweight people. I'm in my early 50s and have experienced a lot of rude, mean people. I've learned to become very closed off towards people and only speak up when I feel safe.

My organs were stuck together too. I'm getting a revision to GB.

Apparently my band was encased in scar tissue from being too tight but also 4 additional abdominal surgeries. The doctor was expecting to remove it with 3 incisions but I ended up with 8. I hope your outcome goes well.

I had complications with my band after having it 7 years and had to get it removed. The surgery to remove it was difficult due to lots of scar tissue. I've gained 40 of the 100# I lost and I'm at 260 now. I'm working towards getting a revision...taking the steps to check all the boxes. When I bring goodies in I make sure I let each individual know they are for everyone. When the supervisor brings the stuff in he sets them on one person's desk and says I brought this for you and so and so, meaning the 2 people who sit together. I'll get over it, I've just been feeling the need to externalize.

I started a new job 3 months ago and work in an office with military and civilians. There are 6 of us in the office with management having their own office and the other 4 of us have cubicles in one large office My boss frequently brings in sweets from home and sits them on the desk on the other side of the room where the skinny military guys sit. Meanwhile, myself and another military guy (who struggles with his weight) sit on the other side of the room. Never has the boss offered us any of the stuff when he brings it in. I would not eat any of it if offered because I'm self conscious but I just think it's rude and quite frankly it hurts my feelings to be excluded. I also saw the nutritionist earlier this week and she asked me why I don't just stop eating? Because I'm hungry. I wanted to ask her if she thought I liked being fat and discriminated against. My mom also says the same stuff. I finally realized that I've been passed over for promotions because of my weight. I've always accepted people for who they are and not what they look like or who they know. It just sucks to be treated a certain way. Sorry for the pity party, it's been a long, tiring week.

Does anyone have UHC Tricare? I'm got my Lap Band out last month and am going through the step for gastric bypass. I've heard conflicting information on how long I need to be on a weightless plan before I can be submitted for insurance approval. Is it 3 months or 6 months?