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I would like to say that meant to say taxi driver not tai driver . OOPS!

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How exciting lol i have 80lbs left to lose 6 weeks in, I doubt I will ever struggle not to starve haha

1. No. I tried following post op diet before, could not as did not have restriction. 2. I still eat out 6 weeks post, eat a starter and take rest home, no issue. 3. No one knows other than my mum , no issue. I don't tell random people info they do not need to know not hiding it , but I dont care what anyone thinks. I wanted my mums opinion , so I told her. 4. I am allowed pasta if I want it. and bread. But I do not want it, you can not imagine it now as you have not had the surgery, but bread makes me so full, I just do not see the point now. I used to eat alot of those stuff. You could probably have a few pieces and be done with it. I know some peoples plans are low carb. I am not low carb but it happens without trying. Say I have a plate with potatoes, veg and meat, I eat the meat first, then have a bite of spinach, and I am full, so do not eat the potatoes. 5. At the end of the day you know why you want to do this surgery, for me it was for my health, to be alive and well with less health issues for my children, so I do what I can to make it work. Many people find 'Reasons' why this may not be for them. For alot it is just the fear of the unknown. I have NO regrets. I am only 6 weeks post. No longer on blood pressure meds, and overall healthier. P.s I would never Expect anyone to change their habits for me or because of me, responsibility for ourselves, and the decisions we choose to make is something we learn along the way. My friends order pizza,I was on liquids so I CHOSE to stick to my plan, its hard at first, but when you start seeing improvements in your self whatever your goals are, its exciting and worth it Goodluck with your journey.

I am confused, going through this thread. Is the arguing about eggs? Or something else? I have not got to the end yet, but are people saying eggs are bad, or are they fine?

Whatever you do though, being in therapy will help , your surgeon knowing what you are dealing with etc.

It depends what is causing your depression? Some peoples weight gain causes their depression so weightloss helps. Some people weightloss makes no difference as their depression is not about that, perhaps an imbalance. The sleeve itself is an emotional rollercoaster, alot have mood swings. I have been down alot. But really happy with my sleeve ( I have been on and off meds since I was a teenager) I am not on meds now. The sleeve is something I am happy with. My health has improved. But it will not make my mental health issues go away.

Ask your surgeon also.

I used to smoke. I would not now as I would not risk a blood clot for an outing with friends , me personally not judging others, I know some who say they smoke after sleeve and they are still alive and kicking . Drinking I was told wait 3 months.

Dont be embarrased, im six weeks+ in stopped counting now lol but if i have had a busy weekend i forget to keep sipping and wake up feeling so groggy and crap and then i realise i have not drank enough , i hope you feel better!

You are committing to no alcohol your whole life time? Not even a sip? How far out are you?

My surgeon said no drinking till 3 months post . But that it is empty cals . I know American rules are much stricter though! Goodluck.

I was told 20-20-20.

I am sad I just weighed.. When I last weighed at my hospital check up like a week ago I was 216.. Weighed today and I am 220!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know your supposed to weigh in the morning so maybe thats why.. CW: 220 GW: To not gain!!!!!!!!!!!!! or.. 210lbs

To be honest. Your frame of mind changes. You might not even want it. I was in front of all deserts you can imagine yesturday and it did not appeal to me. It would have 6weeks ago! Sent from my Swift 2 using BariatricPal mobile app

Lol I would think. Have the surgery first. And don't worry about Christmas now. Sent from my Swift 2 using BariatricPal mobile app

Obviously long term... Malnutrition. But , say.. A sleeve does not cause malabsorption issues, so is it possible to get what I need from food? If so what kind? I am 6 weeks in, as told to start vits 2 weeks in and I have taken one full day of everything as have so much to swollow, sometimes they make me feel sick. I am worried. I have not had my 6 weeks bloods yet an b12 shot yet, as had to cancel my appointment. is it needing vits because your not eating much ? as many people do not eat nutritious food and dont end up malnurished I have everything to take in a container, it feels like i find my day focusing on others that its the endof the day when i realise , then i think its too late to bother. So just want the facts and why and if it can be done through food.

Are you drinking enough?

Hi! About 6 weeks in and i know i dont drink enugh i am always dehydrated! My weight is slow now too and have lost about the same amount as you , can .i ask what your daily eating is like?

That is pretty cool!! My mum asked me how my food was at the restaurant and i replied " its just food, i mean.. it tastes like food.. i mean yes it was great lol" I honestly feel indifferent sometimes its great. good job for being back at the gym!

Try to not weigh for a couple of weeks, things have enough time to move then! and really focus on keeping those fluidsup, i ususally way every day lol will try juust once a week now! But my scales are not moving much either!

I hear you it gets so much easier on full solids! Hang in there

Your body is probably just catchingup , you have lost alot, i agree drink more water helps alot of ppl

1000 CALORIES AT 4 WEEKS?? How ?? I have never seen that. Is this what your surgeon asked you to be on? If yes then wonderful, but I would love to know what you could be having to put you at 1000 already, sorry for my shock lol . i know all plans vary but if you are at 1000 cals at 4 weeks what will you be on at 3 months?

What date was your surgery 4th July was mine, and I am allowed to eat anything I want.