Orchids&Dragons
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You could try the Listerine breath strips. Or are they too hard on your new stomach?
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One year post op PICS
Orchids&Dragons replied to sleevedshereen's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Wow, you were beautiful to begin with and now you're stunning! AND rocking a bikini! Congrats! -
Did you drink it plain or with some artificial sweetener? You might like to try some of the flavored teas like raspberry or cinnamon-apple. They are very nice with a little sweetener and you can drink them hot or cold.
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Then sugar-free cranberry juice should be ok, but start with a small amount. It may be too acidic in the beginning.
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Food Funerals?~ protein shake recommendations
Orchids&Dragons replied to ALEandVSG's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good luck with your coming surgery! My advice on stages 1 and 2 is stock up on variety. Different types/flavors of shakes (Premier Protein are my fave), decaf coffee/tea if you drink them, several different broths, a few different flavorings for water, some skim or low-fat milk, sugar-free jello, etc. You are going to get bored, believe me. This will enable you to mix it up some. -
Most cranberry juice has a lot of added sugar to it. What does your diet plan say? All my liquids had to be sugar-free.
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Texasgal5125
Orchids&Dragons replied to Texasgal5125's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Have you talked with the surgeon's team? Pain in that area could be from a leak, although that's not terribly likely since you're not running a fever or feeling ill, otherwise. Hope you feel better soon. -
8 months po
Orchids&Dragons replied to ewilliams4491's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
92 pounds in 8 months - Fantastic! Congrats!! -
The Six Month March
Orchids&Dragons replied to Dragon64's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congrats on 48 pounds the "hard" way! That takes real dedication. And size 52 to 46, Terrific! Glad your trip to the ER turned out to be relatively minor. So scary! -
Going from Liquid to soft food today, a bit nervous :)
Orchids&Dragons replied to Plucky's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
Start with things that are quite smooth, Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, peaches canned in their own juice, etc. Gradually build up on the texture scale. You'll do great! -
Going on all inclusive vacation...need some tips!
Orchids&Dragons replied to Pink nova's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
You should have plenty of great fish options, too! Have fun! -
Eating Disorder Post-Op VSG?
Orchids&Dragons replied to CashmereAndBones's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Since you already realize how important therapy will be to your health and success, I think you're golden. The surgery will help get the weight off, the therapist will help you appreciate the new you. Perfect! Good luck! -
That is wonderful, congrats!
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Missing Food
Orchids&Dragons replied to angiemomma756's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Hey! Don't pick on my fantasy life! Oh, and I managed a scrambled egg the other day! Only got a little bit stuck! Woohoo! My excitement bar is set pretty low! -
That probably made it easier to have a good time! What a wonderful thing to get out of your head!
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12 months ago I had my initial consult
Orchids&Dragons replied to MG1776's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
You know, in general calling someone a "gutless wonder" is an insult, but in your case . . . -
Quotes & Inspiration
Orchids&Dragons replied to nibble's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Excellent! -
Missing Food
Orchids&Dragons replied to angiemomma756's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Well, since they try to make the healthy versions look as much like the originals as possible, I'm not sure my inner craving demon can really tell the difference. But, I have to admit, since I'm still on soft foods, I do spend a lot of time fantasizing over the healthy foods I will eventually be able to eat. Guess I'm a masochist. Right now, I could just about kill for a grilled chicken salad, or a 1/2 slice of cauliflower-crust pizza! -
12 months ago I had my initial consult
Orchids&Dragons replied to MG1776's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Congrats, you look fantastic! Thanks for sharing your inspiring success story! -
Missing Food
Orchids&Dragons replied to angiemomma756's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Every day -
Missing Food
Orchids&Dragons replied to angiemomma756's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
That's why I'm on the internet sites drooling! -
Major non scale victory
Orchids&Dragons replied to browneyez42's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You'll be great. It should be easy to share such a positive, life-changing experience. Just don't be shy about saying "I don't know" when you don't. You can't be expected to have encyclopedic knowledge although some people expect it. -
Good luck!
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Oh, wow! You look awesome and feel great, too! Congrats!
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My surgery date is August 13th!!!!!
Orchids&Dragons replied to TaylorMade4One's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats! and here ya' go-
