katwmn63
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Thanks so much... I'm tryin:)
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i think you are all right though... 800 cals is starve mode :thumbup:
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sorry guys... i guess i didn't explain well. I am on my preop diet ordered by my surgeon. I was told 2 protein shakes for meal repacement and one very low carb high protein meal per day: "800 cals per day, 20 or less carbs, 65 oz of fluid min, 80 grams protein. That is what i am doing..exactly what the surgeon ordered. after the first 4 days, I lost 8.2 pounds...now nothing.
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The very best of luck! Speedy recovery and keep us posted! -kat
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Anyone have bad breath problems after surgery?
katwmn63 replied to Rutiglius's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Gosh Aivey... I know. My breath is horrible. I have been told I have "Atkins breath". I am in ketosis, burning fat not carbs. That's great but I stink. I am a high school teacher. I will have to resolve this before late August when school starts. My students wll have no mercy on me and my bad breath LOL -
Progress but Hungry...
katwmn63 replied to katwmn63's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
starving, lightheaded and dizzy... I opted NOT to skip my karate class tonight. I drank as much Water as I could the hours prior to class. To my absolute surprise, it fealt great. I had more strength than I thought. With luck it will have burned some of the 800 calories I took in today and will adjust my ticker again tomorrow. Only problem is all that exercize made me hungry again:( my fingers are crossed regarding my morning date with my bathroom scale :} -
Mine is about the same. Some have a full 2 weeks of Clear liquids, some only a week, some none at all...it is completely up to the surgeon. My surgeon told me I didn't have to do Protein shakes...his nutritionist gave me a specific clear liquid diet, but my surgeon told me directly to just lose as much weight as I can so the liver shrinks... it makes surgery safer. he told me low carbs and only do protein shakes if I am replacing a meal. I took it upon myself to do 2 protein shakes for my first 2 meals, then a low carb high protein dinner. Gets me in practice for post op, and gets the weight loss started:) Whatever your surgeon tells you to do is what you should follow. It is completely your surgeon's discreton and decision. Good luck!
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On pins and needles, waiting w/baited breath....
katwmn63 replied to Cherishthepast's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
BCBS, from what I understand from other posts, and dealing with them with my brother, are pretty good at approving the band. I have heard they can be slow however, so I hate to see you get so anxious when you could have a small wait in front of you. Try and realax.... I know, easier said than done. Keep us posted on here and come back to vent when necessary. Best of luck to you! -kat -
Progress but Hungry...
katwmn63 replied to katwmn63's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi There!!! So glad you are here!!! Thanks for the encouragement. I know I can do this. Just GOT to get past this uber hungry stage:{ -
Optifast Diet...Not going well!!!
katwmn63 replied to mom2trips06's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am right with you...but perhaps a little luckier. I am on day 4 of "modifed" liquids. My doc said lose as much weight as you can and keep it low carb...only do shakes if it is Meal Replacement. I do 2 shakes for meals and one low carb meal for supper. I can't imagine not having it, but I will have to post op for sure. MANY like you are told...all liquids:( Of course you should try to follow your surgeon's instructions to the "T" as best you can. But when you falter (we all do some time or another) make the next best choice. You did exactly that...you had high Protein, low carb, low fat food...and just enough to eliminate your symptoms. A server and have triplets? Yikes...your body was probably screaming for an energy source. Are you taking the Vitamins your surgeon instructed you to take? I think you will be ok. I also think the symptoms will go away as you adjust to the diet. Remember... it is temporary. You will get to eat food in a few weeks. You will do great, I can tell because you were worried about the slip. BEST of luck to you :biggrin: -
I hope it all went smooth for you girls!! You are on your way! The very best of luck to you both:=)
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Any July Bandsters out there?
katwmn63 replied to mgmagnolia's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Don't feel lonely darlin!!! We are all here with you, no matter what day it is:) -
Hi!
Sorry so late getting these to you. Here are a few I've collected. Nothing fancy but i was told the taste was good for pureed.
Pureed Recipees:
Spaghetti & Meat Sauce:
1 cup no sugar added spaghetti sauce, 2oz of 93% lean ground beef (browned), 3/4 cup pasta. Brown ground beef drain excess grease. Cook pasta. Warm sauce. Combine all ingredients blend until smooth. Makes 2 servings.
Macaroni & Cheese
1 cup baked mac & cheese, 1 cup hot milk. Blend well for 3-4 servings.
Meat Loaf
3 oz meatloaf. 1 small boiled potato, 1 small boiled carrot, 2 tbsp brown gravy, 1 cup beef boullion. Cut meatloaf, carrots, and potato into cubes. Blend until smooth for 4-5 servings.
Cottage Cheese & Fruit
1 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 cup cooked or canned fruit, 1/2 cup fruit juice. Blend well for 3 servings.
These and more can be found at www.netwellness.org.
Take care:)
-kat
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Hi!
Sorry so late getting these to you. Here are a few I've collected. Nothing fancy but i was told the taste was good for pureed.
Pureed Recipees:
Spaghetti & Meat Sauce:
1 cup no sugar added spaghetti sauce, 2oz of 93% lean ground beef (browned), 3/4 cup pasta. Brown ground beef drain excess grease. Cook pasta. Warm sauce. Combine all ingredients blend until smooth. Makes 2 servings.
Macaroni & Cheese
1 cup baked mac & cheese, 1 cup hot milk. Blend well for 3-4 servings.
Meat Loaf
3 oz meatloaf. 1 small boiled potato, 1 small boiled carrot, 2 tbsp brown gravy, 1 cup beef boullion. Cut meatloaf, carrots, and potato into cubes. Blend until smooth for 4-5 servings.
Cottage Cheese & Fruit
1 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 cup cooked or canned fruit, 1/2 cup fruit juice. Blend well for 3 servings.
These and more can be found at www.netwellness.org.
Take care:)
-kat
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Liquid / Puree food suggestions
katwmn63 replied to Teacher2010's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
sorry i didn't get to post the pureed recipes last night...but wil get them to you tonight! boy i can't wait to even eat mushee food right now :{ -
Blue Cross Blue Shield FEP ????
katwmn63 replied to katwmn63's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This has helped so much! Thank you all!! -
Welcome! Great to have you. Everyone on this sight has been so understanding and supportive for me. Iknow you will feel the same. My surgery is July 13th. Good luck to both of us:=)
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Hi!
Here are a few full liquid recipes. I will be sending some pureed recipes tonight also.
Thanks so much for sharing the hot & sour soup recipe. I added it to my list
FULL LIQUID RECIPES:
Mock Margarita- 2 1/2 tsp lemon-lime crystal light powder, 1/4 cup lime juice, 3 cups water, 3 cups crushed ice, lime slices & coarse salt. Blend (all but salt and limes course) blend until frothy (makes 6)
Tomato Juice Cocktail- 2 1/2 cups tomato juice, 1/2 tsp onion juice or crushed onions, 1/2 teaspoon horseradish, 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice 1 pack splenda, dash of tobasco, 1/8tsp paprika, 3/4 tsp salt. Serve hot or cold
Liquid Pizza- 8oz V8 juice, 1/4 tsp oregano, 1/4 tsp parsley, dash garlic powder, tobasco & pepper.
Chocolate Peanutbutter Shake- 1/2 cup fat free no sugar added icecream, 1/2 cup skim milk, 1 tbsp peanut butter, 2tbsp sugar free chocolate syrup. Mix in blender, strain before drinking.
Hope these are useful for you, -Kat
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need help..again..tricare...PCM
katwmn63 replied to chantel03's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
chrystinaw- if you have tricare prime, you will need to get it (sleep study) approved, but if you have tricare standard you can go have the study without a tricare referral or approval. -kat -
So... got some work to do.
katwmn63 replied to viprvenm's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
HSJ- Thank you so much! I do have good news though, i did get approved and my surgery date is July 13th :=). I will still be hitting my low carb diet for preop (and postop of course) and coming here for inspiration from folks like you and Jason!! Thank you!! -
So... got some work to do.
katwmn63 replied to viprvenm's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
WTG Jason!!!! You are an inspiration! Keep up the good work, and let us all know when you get your surgery date :=) -
Questions about Tricare Approval! Help Please!!
katwmn63 replied to chatty826's topic in Insurance & Financing
I had this same question so i called tricare for clarification: 254-282 is the range you need to fall in to qualify as 200% or more for your height, med frame (basicaly over 254). So yes. If you are twice as much as your ideal weight...you ae 200% or more. hope this helps:) -
i'm sure others will appreciate this Greta. There is nothing worse than docs who prey on those of us who are so desperate to get thinner/healthier:( I do hope you have great success!!!