sndtee

I went to the doctor today and he wants me to have 60 grams of Protein per day. I had to talk to the nutritionist, because I don't know how to get that much. I did find a drink at GNC called Isopure which has 40 grams of protein, 0 carbs, 0 sugar, 0 fat and only 160 calories. I like to drink this once in a while so I for sure get my 60 grams of protein per day. 25 grams of protein at one sitting doesn't sound too bad. sndtee

Started on pureed food today. Had half a scrambled egg and two bites of cooked cauliflower. I know that is a weird combination, but that was all I had on hand. Any ideas for meals during this period of pureed food? Also, can anyone tell me when you can start exercising other than just walking? I am not sure if I can start now or need to wait until four weeks post surgery.

Thank you, yes those are some good suggestions. I also have a pool and the doctor said I can swim after 3 weeks. I can't wait cause it is in the 90's here today in California.

I am having some back pain in my upper right side. Is anyone else experiencing this? It really hurts and I am unable to sleep or get comfortable at night.

My pain has finally gone away. I do think it had something to do with the way I was sleeping right after surgery. I usually sleep on my stomach so it was a very different way to have to adjust to get comfortable. Went to my doctor today and I am pain free. No more back pain.

I take Effexor XR and I just take it as usual after my surgery. There have been no problems. sndtee

I had my lap-band surgery done on 7-21-08. So far from my original weigh-in weight (196) for my insurance approval I have lost 17 pounds. I had to do a Protein shake and 1 meal a day diet for two weeks prior to my surgery. That is when I lost 12 of my pounds. Since the surgery I have been on a clear liquid diet and have lost another 5 pounds. I cannot wait until tomorrow, as I will then be able to have creamed Soups (that are strained) added into my diet. I am looking forward to August 4th cause I then will be able to start the pureed bariatric diet. I am looking forward to talking with people who have good suggestions on meal planning once I can eat regular food.

I see my doctor on Thursday and I am just hoping that the pain goes away before then. I don't know if it is just gas or maybe I pulled a muscle when I was sleeping on my back. Oh well, so far this morning it is not bothering me.

Thank you for directing me on this. I finally got it. Sndtee

How did you get your weight loss ticker on you posts. I have a weight loss ticker set up, do I just copy and paste when I add a post or reply? sndtee

Stick with the program. You will be glad you did, both for your health and your entire future.