Missy161

You could be dehydrated!! This is a problem with WLS, if you don't get all of your fluids in you can become dizzy etc. Have you checked to see if your blood sugar is ok? When you mentioned that orange juice helped it could very well be a low blood sugar. I had major dizzyness early on plus heart palpatations big time. When I exercised it felt horrible. When I went into my PCP he was worried that it was my heart. He ordered a Stress test, first one was physical and the second test was ultra sound with medicine to stress my heart out. It was because of dehydration. I am 4 years out and I still struggle some with getting in my Water. Mostly because I am a big coffee drinker!! But...I put GENEPRO in my Espresso and it has 30grams of Protein in it. A WIN WIN for me!! It has 30grams of protein. Good Luck

I browse Pinterest for healthy recipes! I also lurk on bariatric pal and reply to every post I can. Trying to support others. Also I will eat a sf popsicle of in really needing to munch. We keep at least 2 boxes on hand- that way I get liquids and my sweet fix . So far I haven't had more than 3 in one day. Usually 1.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 200 GW 135

sugar free popsicles- I couldn't have lived without them!


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 199 GW 135

My bariatric nurse practitioner said to separate the liquid from the food and eat them separately. I'm going to check in with her about that again. When I was drinking Premier Protein shakes in the hospital hey had me separate them from Water with the 30 min in each side which I don't quite understand because it is liquid. Maybe it's just for discipline reasons.

sugar free popsicles- I couldn't have lived without them!


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 199 GW 135

I joined the losers bench on 11/13/2015, I've lost 200 pounds and am getting ready for my skin removal and the breast lift/reduction. With the surgery, I will meet my goal of 185.

I agree... You look great! How much weight have you lost thus far

You look grrreat

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I take 3 capsules a day- it was the first thing they had me swallow. I threw up the first one but since then no problem. I got chewable vitamins.< br>

Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 199 GW 135

I totally understand. I have a torn meniscus and arthritis in right knee, and it's been very pain to walk. Already had 8 physical therapy sessions. I'm praying my knee will feel better as the weight comes off.

Then, BFF of 40+ years had a brain aneurysm Saturday, spice been back/forth to hospital. Praise God she's making progress. So, I'm walking more than ever through the pain. Both ankles were swollen when I got home last night. GOD IS STILL AWESOME THROUGH IT ALL.

Just listen to doc and you will be fine. Praying for your success. Hang in there.

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Today I'm feeling much better just gassy which is giving me back pains. Been off pain meds since 10am. Walking lots and urinating. Convinced staff I'm ready to go home. They made me drink 2 Protein Shakes to prove so lol how are you feeling?

Ps. I definitely can't walk straight. Super bloated


HT: 5'6"
HW: 251lb -1/25/17
SW: 230lb -7/19/17
GW: 140lb

Hi, I am doing good! Walking every couple of house, now I am able to drink Water (YAY) and keep my lips moisturized! :-)

Did the swallow test this morning, everything is fine.

Getting my pain medication every three hours.

Thank u. You hang in there to. You try to get yourself healthy, that's all I'm focusing on now...ME!

I am in your exact situation. Highest weight 217. Surgery day weight 200. I had surgery a week ago and have lost about a pound a day so far. I had high blood pressure. I have been having dizzy spell's and checked my blood pressure yesterday and it was very very low. So it's helping already and I need to call my doctor today to adjust my medicine! So far I am ecstatic that I went through with this. I have a long way to go. I need to focus on soft foods which I have not done yet.

Hello Lilmoose,

My surgery is at the end of this week. I am so nervous. I am worried about any negative health issues afterwards. However, most literature indicates that the surgery helps your overall health. I am hoping that the surgery will help resolve my co-morbidities. Thank you for your comments. This discussion board really helps reading about people's experiences.
I am glad to read that you are feeling great!

Hi Key, I was in a similar situation. A lower BMI (39) with a few co- morbidities. Prior to surgery I've lost and gained, been very active, tried everything and it just never stayed off. I had a VSG almost a year ago and I've never felt better. I wish you all the best! When is your surgery?

Sams has the premier for 19, right now on sale for 15

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And they will continue to do so! Mine are 14 and 19. Not sure when they stop!

But yeah def listen to your doc, but plenty of normal weight women lose during the heartburn phase and the babies are fine. My doc told me the goal as an overweight mom was to maintain not gain. I think the numbers they are giving you are for normal weight moms

Eat more Protein. Don't go more than four hours without eating. Drink tons of Water.

The hunger is from lack of protein. Get it in anyway you can. A shake, chicken, beef, turkey, fish.

Exactly. Babies will suck all the nutrients they need from your body, including your bones. Babies will get what they need, you take the Vitamins and eat so you stay healthy.

Costco had 24 Premier Protein chocolate for $24!

I got out of surgery at 11am. Woke up around 1-2 in so much pain. Had tons of back pain cause of the oxygen. My voice was raspy cause of the intubation. Stomach hard and swollen as a ball. I questioned my decision to every nurse and Dr I saw. They gave me Morphine in a machine which I press the button and it gives me morphine every 15mins. Feeling much better now. I started walking around 9pm when the anasthesia was wearing off. Was dizzy but I made It through. Finished phase 1: liquids yesterday. Today I start stage 2: Protein Shakes started peeing soon after I started walking. I was retaining all my urine after that first pee. Decided to walk more now I am a non stop pissing machine lol. Only problems I'm having now are gas pains. In which I'm taking gas x for. Having passed gas yet but hopefully I will this AM so I can go home tonight. They brought me all liquids at 8; SF Jello, water bottle, Veggie broth, green tea. 3 sips of broth and I was full.

I'm reminding everyone about the rules they agreed to abide by when signing up to BariatricPal. Our policy is to ban anyone that isn't abiding by them. It's been a while since we had to do that and I'd greatly appreciate if everyone can please try to get along!!

I just started in June almost done with all the scheduled for surgery
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If I remember correctly he said using Protein Shakes for the first several months was fine, but we should wean ourselves away from them once we can eat enough protein from Whole Foods.
I agree but I also think keeping a few low carb shakes in an otherwise healthy diet won't hurt me.