XYZXYZXYZ1955
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Dating with the fat girl still on the inside...
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to ReddGypsy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Not all of them . . . but I'll admit that I met a lot of guys once before I met someone I wanted to keep seeing. He's 13 years younger than I am and he's quite fit--just likes bigger women. However, I'll admit the relationship is still pretty casual because that's what he wants and, as much as I like him and am attracted to him, I do think about meeting someone who would want a more serious relationship with me. I guess my point is that it's hard, period, and size doesn't have to be the determining factor. And if it's been a while since you last dated, my sense is that the expectation of sex happening quickly is more prevalent now than ever before. Doesn't mean you have to play by those rules and doesn't mean that there isn't a guy out there with the same values and expectations you have. -
August Sleevers-How are you doing??
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I am yet another person a little envious of those who lose more quickly--I'm generally happy to have lost 53 pounds, yes, but 25 of those were pre-surgery, so it's not really that much since. But there are plenty of reasons I'm not losing more quickly, from my age to my lack of exercise (very, very bad knees). And I'm living with a friend for a few months; she is a classic "shows love by giving food" person, so I can't really hold it against her that she's bringing me doughnuts and Halloween candy--I'm the one who has to be strong enough to say no (and I'm not always, frankly). I'll be back on my own in a few months and won't have this stuff in my apartment . . . so have hope for the future. -
Before the surgery
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to ojosbrillantez's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
For what it's worth . . . I have diabetes and GERD and still had the sleeve. I was on meds for the GERD beforehand and I'm still on meds, so don't notice any difference. I'm on half as much diabetes medication as I was before. My rate of weight loss hasn't been super-speedy, but I'm older and I'm not exercising (knee issues). Still pretty happy with the results so far and expect more weight loss in the months to come . . . -
Scared senseless.... pre-op
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to Misha H's topic in Duodenal Switch Surgery Forum
I know this is scary when it's a new experience, but please don't obsess about it--I've been put under ten times at least and let me just say, I'm pretty happy to have missed what happened while I was under! With this surgery, the only real pain I had was when I first came to--five minutes later the pain meds kicked in and I was fine after that, no pain to speak of at all. Wishing the same to you and everyone! -
Husband told people about surgery
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to M.A.'s topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Holy crap. "He says I didn't ask him if I could have this surgery." He actually thinks you need his permission to have surgery and improve your health? What freaking century is he living in?? Okay, disclaimer: I am not married. So maybe I don't get how it works. I don't think it would ever work that way, though. -
what does a gallbladder attack feel like?
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to angyplus5's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
It's been a while since I had my gallbladder out, but I don't remember any running to the bathroom issues. It was painful--horribly painful--and sometimes I'd force myself to throw up because then I'd feel a bit better. It would keep me awake most of the night. Gallbladder attacks tended to be tied to eating (overeating) fried, fatty, or greasy foods. If you think this is your issue, consult your physician. Or, basically, since you have some issue/concern, consult your physician! Good luck. -
I'm eating a variety of foods now (almost two months out). Breakfast might be an egg with an ounce of cheese and some spinach--can't eat two eggs at a time. Yesterday had a tossed salad with bacon and chicken for lunch. Snack of an ounce of cashews. Dinner was lazy: two turkey sausage links in a piece of bread. Yes, I know I shouldn't be eating the bread . . . I made Swedish meatballs the other day and had five of them (four ounces) for breakfast today. Am planning to have some cottage cheese with pineapple for lunch. I've done a number of different things but have come back to the realization that I have to get my protein in and I don't like to use shakes very often. I am still not hungry at all and only eat because I know I need the protein and I feel a bit better if I eat regularly than if I ignore the need.
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Scared senseless.... pre-op
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to Misha H's topic in Duodenal Switch Surgery Forum
I'm a little unusual in that I wasn't nervous about the surgery at all--and it was still easier than expected. Virtually no pain at all afterwards. But the person who said the hard part isn't the surgery, it's what comes after that--so true! The first month or so after surgery was not fun at all for me--had no energy at all for a few weeks and got very sick of the protein shakes. However, I'm a lot happier now that I'm eating real food again--very small amounts, of course. I'm fine with that. I've also had several stalls and I think I'm just now coming out of a two-week stall. They kind of suck, but I knew it would end eventually. Overall loss is just over 50 pounds, so I'm pretty happy with that, despite having a long way to go. Concentrate on what you are doing for your health and well-being. Virtually everyone on this site says the surgery was the best decision they ever made for themselves and they wish they had done it sooner. No regrets about the timing: just give yourself kudos for making this life-saving, life-affirming decision. -
Getting protein in post-op
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to Rose400491's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
I don't enjoy the protein shakes at all and can only tolerate a few of them--Premier chocolate isn't too bad. But the answer for me has often been protein water, which is much much easier to handle, in my opinion. I've been drinking Atkins LIFT protein water, but haven't found it since I moved recently and am considering some of the other brands, which I can find online. The bonus of being able to count it as both water and protein doesn't hurt, either. -
August Sleevers-How are you doing??
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I've been stalled for at least two weeks now and I just keep telling myself it's not possible that I won't lose weight again--I KNOW what my calorie totals are and the loss has to start again eventually. But boy, doesn't it suck when you get on the scale day after day and nothing has changed? -
August Sleevers-How are you doing??
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thank you! -
August Sleevers-How are you doing??
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to Ash_Bri85's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Boy, do I hear you! I have lost 49 pounds total and am still wearing all the same clothes. Some of the pants seem a little looser, but I sure don't have anything falling off me yet. What the hell? I've also hit a two-week stall that is driving me nuts. I keep track of my food on MyFitnessPal and I know I'm not eating that many calories--have only recently been going a bit over a thousand a day, but I sure should be losing some weight at this rate. It just doesn't move. Argh!! Meanwhile, no, I'm not getting exercise--my knees are killing me and I just hope I can get to my doctor's appointment next month for the shots. I'm so sick of being in pain every time I stand up. It's so debilitating. I have also moved and lost a niece this past few weeks, so it's been kind of a tough time overall. Hoping for a better future as always . . . -
I seem to have hit another stall already--I keep waiting for my loss to hit 50 pounds but it just isn't getting there. I have lost a bit of the grip on what I'm eating and whether I'm getting enough protein and so on--a lot of changes lately. I moved about a week ago and then lost my niece (age 43) to a heroin overdose. So, kind of traumatic times. I don't think I'm going to be able to get to the funeral. Like so many things, nothing I can do about that.
Still, shopped yesterday and have some protein shakes, much as I dislike them, to help me get back in control. Made a birthday cake for the friend with whom I'm staying, but that's gone now and I've bought some sugar-free fudgesicles for my "sweet."
I'm a bit frustrated by the fact that I don't really notice a change in my body and I'm still wearing all the same clothes. How much do I have to lose before the clothes are too big? Sheesh. And then I have to stop a moment and realize it's only been six weeks since the surgery--this is a long journey, not a sprint.
So, onward.
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I think we all go through these down moments after surgery and especially during a stall. Just don't let this lead to self sabotage, find the positive side in everything you have accomplished thus far and believe in yourself. Imagine yourself as you want to be 6 months to a year from now. Keep that image in your mind and push out the negative thoughts. Don't let past habits back in. Yesterday's mistakes are already in the past and today is a new day.
You can do this!!!
I'm Praying for you today.
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Thank you--I'm working to get back on track. It's been a tough period with the move and my niece's death. Tonight I made soup, mostly veggies and turkey kielbasa, very good. I'm not quite used to being able to eat just about anything again . . . able to--I know it's not necessarily a good idea just because I can.
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I love eggs: have had them scrambled, fried, and poached. No issues other than that I can only eat one at a meal, not two as I formerly did.
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Now I'm curious--at just over a month post-op, what should my calorie count be? I can't eat more than I do at this point, and I haven't been given any calorie guidelines, I don't believe. But what I'm getting seems to be about normal for people at my stage. What should I be getting--and how?
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I have hit the dreaded stall . . . just past four weeks but haven't really lost anything for the last week. So, right on schedule. Not too worried, but I do wish I'd get past it. On the other hand, I feel as though I'm eating as much as I can, and my calorie counts are now in the 500 to 700 range. So it will start again.
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You are doing great!
We all have a pattern of how our bodies lose weight. I weigh every day so I have picked up on mine and never really worried about the stalls. I will gain and lose the same 1-2 pounds for 3-4 days before the lower number sticks, then repeat for 2 weeks , then stall for 2 weeks... lol. My 3rd to 4th month I lost 14.5 pounds and it has slowed done now.
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I've had GERD and been on Protonix for years; my surgeon switched me to Pepsid twice a day, so that's what I take now. I wasn't aware that they might try to take me off it at some point.
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Please Help with This Question
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to DR1220's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
There are many different experiences, but speaking personally, I've had no nausea to speak of and vomited very little once, after taking a large vitamin on an empty stomach--something I've become more careful about now (that I'm eating actual food). This is a safe surgery generally and a safe lifestyle as long as you respect the rules and parameters. And losing weight is a gift that I've wanted for many years and finally received! Good luck! -
www.myfitnesspal.com is a website and app that allows you to keep track of what you eat and drink (as well as exercise and such if you like); it gives a breakdown for each food item of calories, fat, carbs, protein, sodium, and sugar. There are daily totals for each category. You can, if you like, set up daily goals and it will tell you how much is left in each category to meet the goal. Very useful!
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Are you tracking what you eat and drink? I use MyFitnessPal's website, mostly to make sure I get enough protein. However, the daily numbers include calories. At this stage (I'm a month post-op), I can feel that I'm eating quite a lot and still have between 600 and 700 calories for the day. I've stalled a bit, but I KNOW at these calorie levels I'll be losing weight soon enough--in fact, the site tells me every day that I'm not eating enough calories!
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I'm wondering why the nutritionist is making these recommendations--shouldn't your surgeon or primary care doctor be in charge of making recommendations about your meds? I'd definitely check with whoever prescribed the medication.
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New found attention!!!
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to penelope75's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It could also be a combination of factors: not just the change in your appearance, but respect and admiration for your determination to do this hard thing and make a success of it. Or appreciation that you came though the surgery safely--he may have been nervous about that. It's also possible to think you love someone as much as it's possible to love anyone and then find an even deeper level of love. Doesn't mean the earlier feeling was false. -
Items to have on hand post-op
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to allie2's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Gas-X, definitely! Liquid Tylenol for pain (no NSAIDS). Plenty of protein shakes, of course, but I have come to prefer protein water (there are several different brands)--it doesn't taste as unnaturally sweet as the shakes and it also counts as water. A scale to weigh food--I didn't think I'd need this and I use it almost every day. Weigh your dish, than add two to four ounces of food. Sign up for MyFitnessPal or some other app to help you keep track. It measures many different things, but you'll be focused on protein and water. You'll want the same clear liquids you had for the day or two pre-surgery: water, Crystal Light, broth, sugar-free popsicles, herbal tea. You probably have lists for these things. Some people have mentioned liking a waist wrap of some kind for support. I didn't have one and didn't need one, but your mileage may vary. Some kind of fairly gentle laxative may be needed--or not. Good luck! -
I don't know if you shop online, but Amazon (of course) has this, as do many other online sources--Wal-Mart, Thrive, etc. I personally love online shopping--can find nearly anything and have it delivered to your home, what could be easier?
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Pre-op diet advise.
XYZXYZXYZ1955 replied to Bary's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Different programs have different requirements. Many are liquid only for one or two weeks. Mine called for a protein shake for breakfast and another for lunch, then a lean dinner of protein, salad, veggies, and one piece of fruit. The pre-op diet can be difficult because you are likely to be hungry. Post-op is an entirely different experience--I didn't realize what it would be like to NOT be hungry (ever). I'm only eating to get my protein in now. It's very weird! But I'm losing and that makes me very, very happy. Good luck!
Im getting in about 700 calories at this point as well and I am hoping that it ends soon GOOD LUCK as I hope yours passes soon as well ....