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Will I ever enjoy eggs again?
IrishKatieKat posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm had bypass April 15th and eggs use to be my favorite go to protein. I've tried eggs over the stove using different healthy butter alternatives, trying scrambled, fried, and boiled. Everytime I'm in the bathroom within minutes. Frozen Atkins egg meals are a lil easier but barely. I still get nauseated but I don't puke them up like fresh eggs. Anyone else have this issue? Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Ya know I knew I was big, but didn't realize I was THAT big. I've lost half of my weight to lose to get to goal (315 HW 236CW 165GW) and finally I see the difference. Suddenly I'm more confident wearing clothes that I wouldn't have worn before. I dont fear clothes showing my belly or butt when I move. Its an amazing NSV. I don't feel all that smaller but I guess 79 lbs is a big chunk off of me. Only 71 more to go!
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Stall - revision sleeve to bypass
IrishKatieKat replied to ocdennise's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
My surgery date was 4/15. I also stalled for nearly a month after 3 months post op. I've talked to a few people with revisions and they say they will lose good for weeks or months then hit a stall. Then lose for a while again and then hit a stall. Increasing water, changing calories up or down, can help. I started taking MCT oil and I noticed the scale moving faster. Best of luck. -
Questions to Ask Before Surgery?
IrishKatieKat replied to SpartanMaker's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ask how your bowel movements change after surgery. They do alot. Ask when you can workout again. How long bruises should last. What size bruise is too big and when to fall a doctor. Ask what you need to do to keep from losing your hair. Ask about a abdominal band for recovery. They help alot!! Finally ask where you should go if there's an emergency post surgery. Back to them or local ER.1 -
HELP!! VETS and NEWBIES What are the Surgery Basic Supplies you will need when you get home from the Hospital Please?
IrishKatieKat replied to CeeIvy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sugar free Popsicles were my go to. Also.gwr some Chicken/ Beef Broth. Once you can do full liquids Oikos Triple Zero Yogurt tastes amazing and is 15g of protein. Best of luck! -
Get ready to blossom
IrishKatieKat replied to IrishKatieKat's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
The big initial weight loss is fluid weight. You won't see it that much in photos. I also use the baritastic app and records measurements. I noticed inches going down much more then I seen it in any photos. Watch the inches, you will be pleasantly surprised. -
In order to burn fat consistently you will need to induce Ketosis. Reduce carbs, avoid breads, sugars, and starches. Increase protein!! Try adding in MCT oil to your daily plan. Helps your body burn fat faster. I get 80 to 100 grams of protein daily. I've lost 5lbs this week alone. It isn't easy, but so worth it!!!
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New Here! Looking for Friends!
IrishKatieKat replied to athrash87's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Welcome!! I sent you a PM. So happy you are joining us! Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app -
VSG to RNY: please give me your stats
IrishKatieKat replied to Heather0811's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Hey its been 2 weeks, thought I'd check in. Things any easier? Pain letting up yet? Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app -
So I'm 4 months post op. I'm down 52lbs since surgery, 79lbs since the start of my journey. I never use to like laying on the floor. You all know the feeling. Back hurts, legs need elevated, ribs and stomach hurts if you lay on your stomach. Now I love to just lay on the cool floor near an air vent and play with my son. I can lay on my back or stomach. Anyone else notice how much more comfortable you are in positions you never were before?? Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app
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Agreed. My hubby now is my biggest cheerleader. He makes the money and helps occasionally with house chores if I'm getting behind and ask him. We rarely have a real argument and we always make up by bedtime. He has helped me be successful. Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app
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Checking my progress pics in My Fitness Pal and had to share
IrishKatieKat replied to Tufflaw's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
You are doing fantastic!!! Congrats!! Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Will I ever enjoy eggs again?
IrishKatieKat replied to IrishKatieKat's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
If I go extremely slow, I mean a bite every few minutes I can get down 1 egg. I've had Bypass. I know many people with just the sleeve and they were fine, but I wanted some other Bypass peeps to share their egg stories. Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app -
3 months post op - extreme cramps, gas, burps. Is this normal?
IrishKatieKat replied to Vixenvic1's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You may have developed an intolerance to something. Gas and cramping means your body is having digestive issues with a certain good. Try cutting dairy for a week, if it improves there ya go, if not try sugar substitutes for the next week. I became lactose intolerant after surgery. Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Left side pain
IrishKatieKat replied to Amanda Purser's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Strong pain should have let up by now. Most people only have strong pain till week 3 or 4. I would definitely go to the ER and have a CT scan. Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Holy weight loss, Batman!!!!!!
IrishKatieKat replied to SleeveToBypass2023's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You are doing fantastic. What's your date? Mine is April 15th. Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app -
VSG to RNY: please give me your stats
IrishKatieKat replied to Heather0811's topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
Good luck with your surgery in the AM. I got revised 4/15. Highest weight 311, Surgery weight 288, Current weight 243. I did good with my sleeve till the I fractured my spine. I developed a hernia and my GERD was rediculous. Then I got a pregnant a year later and only continued the weight gain with post partum depression. Doing great mentally and physically now, steady weight loss but I am right on par considering the meds I have to take slow it down. Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Starting my liquid (liver shrinking) diet tomorrow
IrishKatieKat replied to LookingForward22's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Walmart has sugar free popsicles that you can bite, unless you have sensitive teeth. Ocean Spray has 5 calorie juices, V8 splash diet isn't bad, sugar free jello from the cold case so you can chew. Sounds horrible, but I also during that time got a pack of bouillon cubes because I want allowed broth unless it was protein added. I would lick the cube when I would get cravings. The cube lasted my entire liquid diet, so I didn't do it often. Good luck. Sent from my SM-G973U1 using BariatricPal mobile app