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Should I or shouldn't I do it?
newlife281013 replied to ht3013's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Ht3013, ultimately only you can make the decision to change your lifestyle and your body in such a way. For 99% of us here, if we could do it on diet alone we would not be here. Whilst we all have similar issues, we are all different. I to worried about how I would ever enjoy myself with friends if I am only going to eat 2 mouthfuls of food etc. Christmas Eve was 8 weeks for me and on Christmas Day I had a 1/2 protein shake for breaky, we drove to the coast to have the day with friends I drank 600 mls of water on the way 1 1/2 hr drive. We played board games and there was fruit and nibbles I had a cherry and a biscuit with dip. We went for a walk on the beach and played frisbee came back to the house and I had a slice of Ham some tomato, potato salad, cheese and cucumber (small amounts). Now it took me as long to eat as everyone else took to eat mountains of food, we did secret Santa and then went for a swim and I had a celebratory drink with water in between. No one noticed or said anything about the amount of food I ate, I was satisfied and had a ball and the best part was I went for a swim, on the beach, in front of people and ran around playing frisbee. Last Christmas I ate too much, skipped the swim (I made the excuse of cleaning up, cause I did not have bathers that fit me, nor would I have felt comfortable). I did not play beach games, again too uncomfortable not to mention with back issues I could barely walk let alone run around). That night I skipped dinner not because I was ill or feeling yuck, I was actually exhausted from having such a great time. Before I started this awesome journey I was 121 kgs (266 pounds). Christmas Eve I was 100kgs (220 pounds). What a difference it has made and to boot I have lost another kilo (2 pounds) since. I am not going to say the last 8-9 weeks has been easy and I still have a long way to go, but I can say it has been worth every struggle along the way and I wish I had done it sooner. I can only suggest that you research well, the opp and your chosen doctor. Be aware and prepared of all the issues and stages, it is major surgery and not to be taken lightly, ensure you have support and your own determination. Good luck with your decision and your future, happy to answer any questions I can and many others here will do the same. -
Within a few hundred miles this is my only option. The docs are top notch but the hospital network is a not for profit center of excellence so they don't do any 'package' or 'pre-payment' deals. It will likely end up being lower since they have already walked me through the surgery prep items and I have to do only 3 of like 15. I think they present the number as a worst case scenario and I also know that I will get a 20% discount if I pay in full within 30 days (or maybe 45). So it might not be so terrible. I really feel strongly about having the surgery locally and having my resources here just in case.
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Hello :-) I'm on the pre-op diet and my diet is a Protein drink for bfast & lunch, with a lean meat/veggies for dinner. I can snack on a piece of low fat cheese or light yogurt. I'm on my fourth day and I'm doing ok. Not sure if I'm just second guessing myself, but its not that bad. I've found that my Protein Drink tastes pretty good with mio in it, I tried the chocolate dream powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury in fat free milk this morning (it was yummy) and my snack has been Greek yogurt (which I don't like plain) with fat free sugar free powder pudding added. I guess I thought I'd feel miserable, but I don't. I thought the food would be horrible (I'm a very picky eater) and its not. Has anyone else experienced this 'this isn't so bad' realization? I'm looking forward to the surgery...the 20th can't come soon enough :-) P.S. I love reading everyone's stories...they are true inspirations...keep up the GREAT work!!!
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Annoyied. I've finished all my Options classes through Kaiser but I lagged on doing my Psych evaluation. If it were done prior to finishing my pre-op classes I probably would already have my final meeting with the Surgeon and a step away from getting my surgery date. This is just going to push everything further out. I'm scared because I've only lost 5 pounds during my pre-op weight loss classes and I don't want to gain those back since now I'm basically on my own without support from my classmates. It sucks. It's so damn easy to put on the weight but so hard to loose. =(
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Scared of the HIgh Protein Diet...HELP
L12 replied to Stargurrl*'s topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I did have kidney stones once, and it was about a year after I was banded. At the time I was taking extra biotin, which my doc told me to stop immediately when I had my stones. I haven't had any problems since, but then again I'm not eating especially high protein, just a balanced diet. -
Welcome! i too am struggling with getting back on track after giving birth to my child and neglecting my band. Its feels so much harder the second time around, I would like to wish you luck and offer you my support and know that if it was done once it CAN be done again! Track everything you eat, make healthy choices. If you like to snack at night you should consider a snack high in Protein. My go to protein is cottage cheese and i usually find that if i do eat my protein im fulller longer. Good luck to you <3 Angel
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How do I create profile
Nat2252 replied to aquamar61's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey Aquamar61 Welcome! I am new also. I was having the same trouble. I received a very informative welcome email from the founder, Alex after I signed up for the app. His email contains a bunch of helpful links. Also, I found that if you log into the main website from a computer there are more options open to you. I was able to build my profile from the full website today. www.bariatricpal.com Cheers! -
You should be able to get tons of vegetables in Japan. Just continue to eat protein and veggies. Ignore the rice, if you ignore it now. Have a fab time. The jet lag....everyone has a different approach. I travel to Europe and I have to sleep the frist day I arrive. There is another school of thought that believe you should not sleep after l landing. Well, I sleep as soon as I get to my hotel, wake up eat, walk around and go right back to sleep. The next day I'm rearing to go.
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Starting Month Long Pre Op Diet!
cmf1267 replied to Sannah's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I meet with the NUT on Tuesday 10/23. Their literature says its a 2 week Protein liquid diet - so I'm not sure if it's 100% liquid or if I get 1 regular meal with chicken & veggies. I'm going to assume the worst (100% liquid) so if I do actually get a meal I'll be thrilled. -
April 7th Sleevers?
Tammylb replied to Pretty_In_Purple's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My nut had me on a new directions protein shake plain . I get to eat a small lunch and yogurt . We are not put on a liquid diet . The evening before I do a colon clean, was with a antibacterial soap and use a antibacterial mouthwash . We stay 2-3 nights . I'm surprised by the different ways to prepare for this. I'm so dearly gonna miss my buttered biscuits and po boy bread ... But I will be skinny when I'm crying about it! Lol -
How do you get signatures and pics to stick?
Fanny Adams replied to jacole1820's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I thought you had solved it when I saw your ticker in the other post, but I think I see your problem now. You have pasted the ticker into your message as you are replying. You need to paste it into your Signature area. To do this, you have to click on the UserCP option near the top of this page, then on the Edit Signature option, on the left hand side. After you have pasted, don't forget to click the Save Signature button at the bottom of the Edit Signature page. Hope this helps. -
Trying to figure out pre-op diet
ShoppGirl replied to hauntedhideaway's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Did anyone tell you not to stick up on too much for after surgery. Some of our tastes change and a common thing for protein shakes is to taste too sweet. -
Trouble Drinking After Eating?
Maddie replied to Fleur de lis's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Same here. Dense Protein fills me for hours. I don't eat Breakfast. My tummy doesn't like it. I drink a prot shake in the mornings. After about an hour I start pumping in my Water for the day. I can usually get about 2/3 of it in before lunch. Cuz after I start eating for the day, it gets harder to drink. Hope this helps. -
PRE-OP AND MORE SCARED THAN EVER!
Dawnislas replied to Debbie9966's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I would think they would have you lose more weight to improve your sleep apnea in order to make you a safe candidate for the surgery. I don't think they would cancel at first just delay until you get the issue better controlled. I remember when I had to lose weight pre- op I put myself in a "zone" of controlled thinking about no carbs, protein & protein drinks. I was able to lose the needed weight to be approved. Good luck to you. -
Day 4 Of Liquids.....
4ALongerLife replied to danibecca's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I love cream of chicken and mushroom Soup. IDK why but it's the bomb. Mix it with 4 oz of ff milk and 2 oz of water... makes 2 servings at 1 c each. And you might say yuck at this, but blended ff cottage cheese with SF torani syrup (I love it with caramel). It's got a lot of Protein (12 g) with low calories (80 total) in a 1/2 c. It's hard for liquids with your tummy, but once you are sleeved, it's much easier. Hang in there, you are doing wonderfully! Best of luck! xx -
Ok I am scheduled for surgery June 20 and I am so excited! I have to start 2 protein shakes per day this saturday! I have never been a big shake fan so I am looking for some input on good ones!! Please and thank you!
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I am new to the site and decided I need to research both options for weight loss surgery. I have battled my weight all my life and now it is catching up with me big time (excuse the pun). I have had trouble controlling by blood pressure, (3 medications) I am pre diabetic, and my feet and knees are always sore. It is time for me to take control of my life and I hope that weight loss surgery will help me to get there. I have recently joined the gym and am really enjoying it. It is hard work but it feels good. I have 150 pounds to lose and feel at 45 now is the time! I have met with Dr. Amson once and am waiting for appointments with all the specialists. I am excited to join the site and learn more about everyone's experiences. Thanks...chat with you soon. Barb :cat:
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Sleeved On 2/27, Two Days Post Op
Jesusislove replied to Jesusislove's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Feeling good today, will take some meds for this gas pain. Getting the protein in was okay yesterday, and I will try to get more in today. -
Ok so im worried about this whole hair loss thing. I dont know what Id do if I lost my hair call me vain. Id freak out. My nut says if you get your protein in I should be fine. Anybody have any expierence with this, advice, comments?
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The only thing I ordered was from vitalady. I ordered 6 different samples of the synthrax protein powders, and so far, have tried two of them and dumped them out. More $$ on protein powders down the drain. I thought for sure I'd like the tea with lemon, but it left an aftertaste.
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11 months out and not happy :(
brendaziranda replied to brendaziranda's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
When I went into surgery I was 221 and went down to 181 but now I've been gaining I'm at 190 I take 80-90g of protein a day I walk and do Zumba and also I weight my food I eat 6 oz a meal I Really don't know what's going on I'm trying my best what else can I do -
12 Days Post Op
SophieJaneB replied to SugeilyMunoz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm also 12 days post op. I feel like i'm a newborn, eating every 2 hours, lol. I eat about every 2-3 hours, about 2 tablespoons at a time. Sipping throughout the day. I should do better about tracking the portions, but portions are so small its hard to measure. On full liquids, I eat protein Atkins advantage shakes, yogurt, pudding, and creamy soups (blended in the blender). and fudgesicles. (all the above are the sugar free/no sugar added versions, except the soups. -
Have anyone tried baby food on Pureed Diet?
Rita48 replied to Rita48's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
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Okay so I’m 3 days post op and getting close to goal on liquids but I have the following questions... 1. How do I take my crushed medication when liquids only. It’s so nasty mixed in Water 2. How are you getting Protein in with just liquids. My plan seems to be more concerned with liquids the first week and not so much with protein 3. Have not had a bowel movement since 3 days before surgery. I’m not uncomfortable but know I need to get things moving. 4. I had my gallbladder taken out the same time as my sleeve. I wouldn’t be in any pain if it wasn’t for my lower right abdomen. What happened there? Think that’s where they pulled stomach and gallbladder from? The incision by bellybutton doesn’t hurt as much as my insides do on my right Thank god for heating pad Thanks!
