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You may actually need more calories to jump start the loss again. Your body is in starvation mode. I bet your stall will be gone in two days of eating soft foods and hoping calories a bit. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

I had a reaction like that to a surgical glue once. It was awful. I used hydrocortisone and it went away in a few days. Oral Benadryl too. Of course I'm not a surgeon so you should definitely get their opinion. But I have had his happen in a prior surgery and every other surgery since I told them I had this allergy and they used something else and I've had no issuws. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

I am so sorry for you. I know it sounds lame but there are so many people struggling. You are not alone. Eventually life will return to normal and you'll be back on track with your surgery. It's hard to see a light at the end of this but I'm certain there is one. Hang in there. You can do it. We're all stronger than we know. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Yeah it's definitely a difficult time. I'm 8 weeks out this coming Monday and averaging 2 pounds a week right now. Surgery weight on 1/27 was 246. I was 218 this morning. I'm definitely snacking a little more here and there but trying to drink more fluids and still get out and walk. Hang in there. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Ugh you'll find something! Just need to rewire your brain to your new routine . Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Do you like tea? I have morning tea with an individual packet of either vanilla or unflavored Vital collagen protein (7 g) with a little honey and splash of milk. Its not a ton of protein but does replace the morning routine and I get a little caffeine from the tea. Plus, the Vital blends really well into drinks. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Good for you ! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Yeah I know guidelines are different for so many things during these surgeries. Obviously I recommend everyone follow what their surgeon said. I definitely didn't push too hard too soon. I did have the calorie reserve even I wanted to. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Yup like I said everyone is different! I had no abdominal pain after 3 days and even that was minimal. I left my RNY surgery the day after like I never had surgery. I'm very lucky. He said i could use the weight machines, knowing I couldn't do barbell work any longer due to three wrist reconstructions I had. I was a competitive lifter before so I think being in good shape before (despite some extra weight) helped me have a very easy recovery. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

I was a vegetarian for years... Unfortunately I had to rethink it after being anemic and low on pretty much everything prior to surgery. I'm sure it doable but I had to go back to lean, well sourced meats and fish. Post op I just couldn't get enough protein. I hate shakes. Like haaaate. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Haha you'll be eating them soon! I was so happy to start mush at 3 weeks! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

My surgeon released me to the gym and weights at 2 weeks but everyone is different and I think a lot depends on the shape you wee in before and how well you handled surgery and recovery! Good work today! It definitely took me a few weeks if slowly and steady increasing endurance. And of course now we're all stuck in! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Yeah I haven't had one in ten years either. It's just your body adjusting. I still have some issues in the bathroom and it's been 7 weeks and I'm eating normal food. You'll figure out and tweak your new norm as you heal. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Haha do you still have a gall bladder? That may be causing some issues as well as it adjusts. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Hang in there, it gets easier! I had little to no pain at all but man my new stomach had some words with me haha. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

You literally just had your insides cut open and re-routed. It's all normal. If anything seems like you'll end up becoming dehydrated or severe pain, call the doctor for sure. I think we all get so caught up in what's "normal" we forget we had a major surgery and trauma. I'm guilty too. Seven weeks out and been in your shoes. Try and remember what your body has been through! Good luck friend! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

I posted this on another thread but I'll copy it here. Hang in there! We're all in this together! Here are some things I've come up with to keep my mind and body sane. Maybe they will help you too. Ignore #1 if you are not in a secluded area of course. 1) get outside. Don't be near people but walk the dog, jog around the block, clean up your garden. Its cold as hell where I am but bundling up and getting out and moving helps! Biking works too! 2) try a new hobby. This is the time to finally try knitting or sewing! There are tons of YouTube videos that can reach us essentially any skill or hobby. And you can order materials online. Bluprint.com has great knitting kits and follow along videos. When your hands are busy you can't be putting food in your mouth. I started knitting dog sweaters for the animal shelters this week 3) start a journal. This is an incredibly crazy time in our lives. Write stuff down! Get your feelings out ! Use good old fashioned pen and paper. Again, keeps your hands busy 4) get an awesome puzzle and work on it a couple hours a day. Frame it when you're done as a reminder we survived this! 5) adult coloring books and documentaries! Color while you listen/watch - not only are you keeping your hands busy, you're keeping your mind sharp and learning! 6) find a friend or group of friends and do an online workout. Set up a workout ahead of time that can be done in the house, and Skype your friends and do it together! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

I'm still only at 26 lbs but not mad at it. Slow and steady wins the race! (SW: 246, CW: 220). Some days I can eat normal, some days nothing sits right. I did cancel my 2 month PO appt this week and rescheduled for mid May. My husband has bad lungs so we're really trying here. I am doing really well, missing the gym, so she agreed I didn't need to come in . Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

I'm about two months out and can eat around 4-5 oz or half a cup at a time. Slow and chew! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Here are some things I've come up with to keep my mind and body sane. Maybe they will help you too. 1) get outside. Don't be near people but walk the dog, jog around the block, clean up your garden. Its cold as hell where I am but bundling up and getting out and moving helps! Biking works too! 2) try a new hobby. This is the time to finally try knitting or sewing! There are tons of YouTube videos that can reach us essentially any skill or hobby. And you can order materials online. Bluprint.com has great knitting kits and follow along videos. When your hands are busy you can't be putting food in your mouth. I started knitting dog sweaters for the animal shelters this week 3) start a journal. This is an incredibly crazy time in our lives. Write stuff down! Get your feelings out ! Use good old fashioned pen and paper. Again, keeps your hands busy 4) get an awesome puzzle and work on it a couple hours a day. Frame it when you're done as a reminder we survived this! 5) adult coloring books and documentaries! Color while you listen/watch - not only are you keeping your hands busy, you're keeping your mind sharp and learning! 6) find a friend or group of friends and do an online workout. Set up a workout ahead of time that can be done in the house, and Skype your friends and do it together! I'm sure I'll come up with more but hopefully something here helps you or someone else! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Oh you poor thing. It will heal, you'll feel better soon. Just keep taking tiny sips and walking as much as you can. Moving the muscles helps heal them and prevents blood clots! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Did you have vsg or rny? And your body just went through a major upheaval and trauma. It will get better I promise. Just walk and sip. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

What about avocado with some chili lime (tajin)? I also loved garlic mashed cauliflower! Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Same. I'm 39 and husband is 43 but he has had lung issues for the last three months so we're laying low too. Not worried about me or the kids so much as bringing it to him. Glad you're feeling so Great! I'll be 7 weeks Monday and had my first salad today and it went okay. Still have issues with chicken breast and haven't tried steak. I feel awesome tho overall as long as I don't eat too fast which I screw up a lot lol Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

I've personally never had an issue with sugar post op. You could try a little and take it slow. Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk