Colorado Cowgirl
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Nausea and Pain
Colorado Cowgirl replied to KishaG's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
During the first month I rode the electric carts bc I didn't have enough gas to walk the aisles. It was actually fun but now I am back to walking. -
Accountability Buddy/Partner
Colorado Cowgirl replied to iwillbloom18's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Me too! 67 with 50 lbs to go. -
Shy of announcing this, but...
Colorado Cowgirl replied to beautifuldaymonster's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My goal is 150 and I don't recall weighing 150 at any time in my life. I am 67. I wore a size 20 when I got married the 1st time at age 19. It will be mind blowing to get there. You are getting close! -
Mindful Eating Program?
Colorado Cowgirl replied to SueM165's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Mindfulness overall is something you can do post surgery to become more aware of your behaviors and I'm sure there are many books about it that you can read. I don't think it's something you will need right after surgery. You will already need to be self aware of what you are eating, how it tastes and chewing and swallowing slowly to not feel pain. You will likely be practicing mindful eating already. I would save the money for now. -
Shy of announcing this, but...
Colorado Cowgirl replied to beautifuldaymonster's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow! You said it all. Thanks for your wise words. -
Shy of announcing this, but...
Colorado Cowgirl replied to beautifuldaymonster's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I reached 199.7. I actually did a double take. 😆 -
No restriction?
Colorado Cowgirl replied to AnnieD78's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Make sure it is all protein. A full egg is 7 grams of protein and only one ounce in volume. Log your food so that you are getting enough protein. I also ate refried beans at that stage. It's high in protein. Greek yogurt too. Add unflavored protein powder to all your meals including eggs before you cook them. It will help keep hunger away. -
Absolutely Anxious Surgery 2 Days Away
Colorado Cowgirl replied to pudge.vsg's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
You will barely get a look at those strangers and will quickly be in lala land.😀 -
Post-op two week liquid diet!
Colorado Cowgirl replied to Livelychick's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Can you put unflavored protein powder in your soup? That kept me full. -
Freakish Restriction???
Colorado Cowgirl replied to KarenLR75's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had trouble with eggs early on and waited a few more weeks to eat them. -
Awesome. I'm going to try it.
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Think about how long it would take to lose 30 lbs before surgery? It's almost a miracle.
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We all need to read this - for beginners and pro's alike
Colorado Cowgirl replied to Neversaynever's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Outstanding! Thanks for sharing. -
Gastric Sleeve after 50 (Senior Sleevers)
Colorado Cowgirl replied to Lainie-lou's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thanks! Great suggestions. I love both. -
Gastric Sleeve after 50 (Senior Sleevers)
Colorado Cowgirl replied to Lainie-lou's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
How long ago was that? I find myself craving carbs. My nutritionist wants me eating 1/4 cup a meal which is almost impossible. I feel that I need more than protein all day long. -
Gastric Sleeve after 50 (Senior Sleevers)
Colorado Cowgirl replied to Lainie-lou's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm over 60 and 4 months out. I'm bored with my meals which are almost exclusively protein. Would love some others to chat with. -
What do you eat in a day 6 months post op?
Colorado Cowgirl replied to Tejee's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I also am curious what others are eating at the four month stage. My nutritionist wants me at 2 oz a meal 3 times a day plus a snack and no more than 600 cals. I am finding it near impossible to meet those limitations and hit the protein requirements. I find myself getting hungry often. Curious to hear other experiences. -
Slow down with weight loss
Colorado Cowgirl replied to ALISON Easton's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I had my first stall at 3 weeks. Very normal. Try not to weigh every day. It'll frustrate you and so long as you stick to the plan you will drop the weight -
Waiting patiently for Aetna to approve my surgery
Colorado Cowgirl replied to Tstone83's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Mine took about a week, ten days. -
Best 1 a day multi vitamin for a man post-sleeve?
Colorado Cowgirl replied to Sleeved in NYC's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Centrum for men. -
Always hungry!
Colorado Cowgirl replied to HopefulonLI's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Are you eating enough protein? Protein will help with the hunger. You have lost alot of weight in one month. Sometimes people feel uncomfortable discussing weight up or down. That has been my experience. -
Finally Feeling Great about Gastric Sleeve
Colorado Cowgirl replied to bookworm88's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The time will pass whether you gain or lose weight. That's how I view it. It's hard to be patient. -
I bought tapas dishes and appetizer forks and spoons for my meals. They make me feel special they're so pretty.
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Stomach pain 9 months post op
Colorado Cowgirl replied to CyndieRI's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Do you still have your gallbladder? Just a thought -
Nervous surgery Monday
Colorado Cowgirl replied to Da'Bora Kaye's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
It will be fine and the reward is worth it. The tough part is a month after adjusting to the new way of eating. Good luck!
