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One thing I have found is the unflavored unjury protein powder and add it to crystal light -- really good!

Tiff That is wonderful!!! Happy for you

Best of luck for a smooth post op course! Looking forward to hearing from you after you get back home

THAT would make sense and I would agree to it!

At least you get a light meal- I am going to be on all liquids for 2 weeks....ugh

I completely understand the nervous part- I am the same way. In my heart I know this is the right thing but still kinda scared

I have a question about the post op course- I understand the rationale behind the clear liquids, full liquids and soft foods, but what I don't understand is the progression of solid foods. At first you only eat a couple of bites and then progress to maybe a lean cuisine. Isn't your stomach healed by the time you eat solids? Why the slow progression? Someone asked me and I couldn't really answer..... look forward to learning from you guys

I like that advice- Thanks Mac!

Glad to hear you are home and doing well. Look forward to hearing more about how you are doing. Get plenty of rest!

Now I understand- thanks!

When you say in the beginning the stomach is very tiny does it stretch?

I think the risk of staying fat far exceed the potential risk of the surgery

Now I am understanding the rationale for the slow progression of solids--- Thanks Tiff

I would suggest the appeal process too. It can't hurt anything to appeal!

I will add you to my prayer list. Hoping everything goes smoothly and you are back telling us all about it real soon. Take Care

I also looked into WLS with the idea of getting the band. Once I started researching everything it was not a difficult decision to know the sleeve is the right way to go! Now it is the only surgery available that truely makes sense in my mind. I suggest you read all you can. Wishing you peace of mind in your decision

I just fixed eggplant tonight- delicious! Peel and slice about 1/4 inch. Brush a little olive oil and garlic on both sides. Bake for 15 min at 425 turn and bake an additional 5 min. Dry on paper towels. place 1/2 in greased baking dish. Cover with parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Top with a fresh tomato slice. more parmesan and basil and a little mozzerala cheese. Another layer of eggplant and a little mozzerala. Cover and bake for 20 min in 350 oven then uncover and cook additional 5 min..... delicious!

LOL please don't tell me "brain fog" is part of post op too!

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Mainiac welcome to the group!

Do many people use the chat room? Every time I go in there I am the only one there. Just curious

Mac I agree with Burnout- you are very knowledgeable and I have gained a lot from your posts.Thanks !

Does anyone on the East coast go to the chat room?

I have never really been a fan of yogurt before but I love the Greek yogurt! Another brand to look for is "Fage". I live in NC and most of the grocery stores are now caring the greek yogurt. The web site for the product is www.fageusa.com and the phone number is 866-962-5912. I will get the information for Okios and post it later. Just call the company and ask them who sells it near you. The Fage yogurt has 10 gm protein

What does "SMO" stand for?