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Hello Tseeks You all going to laugh! So I was re-reading the pre-op liquid instructions from the book that I was provided by my surgeon and guess what! It said very BOLD & w/CAPS Bariatric Advantage it's the MANDATORY pre-op liquid diet for our pts to use.....so I guess I'm going to have a little trip to GNC tomorrow after work to return the 3.5 boxes I bought lol I guess I'm so anxious that I totally forgot that I was told plus that I READ that part of the diet...and I was feeling so weird after I bought them and now I understand why, b/c they went the right ones lol Thanks for the positive support, I hope all the best for all of you. I'll keep y'all update w/my progress
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Can't buy Bariatric Advantage in UK, anybody happen to know a good alternative in this country, thanks.
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Hello, My name is Reason to Believe and I am currently in the fact finding stage of weight loss surgery. I am aiming at having surgery next summer when I can take some time off work. I just attended a bariatric surgery seminar last week. I have been overweight most of my life. I lost weight going into college and then started gaining back and more. I am considered super morbidly obese and that scares me. I also have a lot of joint pain, sleep apnea, recently diagnosed diabetes and depression. All of which are good reasons to do have surgery. I am a recovering binge eater and have recently given up diet soda. (six weeks ago!). I am working on small changes to prove to myself that I can make big lifestyle changes because my biggest fear is that I will have surgery and still fail. I love reading and music. I am an obsessed Bruce Springsteen fan and I look forward to the day that I can like no one is watching at a Bruce concert. I have started reading all your stories and am so grateful to you for sharing them.
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Interesting Podcast on Weight Loss Surgery
Julie norton replied to gina171's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Thanks for the fascinating link. I liked reegers story and voice. I look forward to more bariatric podcasts when I have a bit more time. -
Fiber supplements suggestions
Darktowerdream replied to dukegal1213's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
It’s really important to get a blend of both insoluble fiber (bulking fiber) and soluble fiber (prebiotic fiber that feeds the healthy bacteria in your gut) it’s usually best to get fiber from foods. I’m still working on this myself but I’ve got other gut issues. i didn’t finish what I meant to say so had to edit: benefiber is only prebiotic and is what dextrin. Psyllium fibers are just no good either. Chicory is an excellent prebiotic fiber. At first it is hard to fit in fiber especially with foods but I never trust the fiber supplements they sell in grocery stores. You can try making chia pudding for fiber. Also adding milled flax seeds will give you soluble fiber, insoluble fiber, healthy fats plus protein. You can mix flax in a lot of things. Milled flax seed is one of the best sources of both types of fiber. a good fiber blend is also gentle fibers, I Think found it in vitamin shoppe or vitacost.com https://www.jarrow.com/product/327/Gentle_Fibers I forgot Inulin is also a good fiber. I’m pretty sure it’s a prebiotic fiber. im trying to find ways to not use laxatives. Cascara sagrada is a good natural laxative. Also Ayurvedic supplements (I studied holistic health but my memory is getting worse over time so I can’t recall the name) I did find this interesting article on the subject of fiber after bariatric surgery https://www.njbariatriccenter.com/constipation-weight-loss-surgery-dont-suffer-silence/ -
Sugar intake?
anaxila replied to harriskristen1586's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It was several months after surgery before I tried any fruits, and I have tolerated them well. But just because it's a banana and not a Twinkie doesn't mean it won't make you sick or won't make you dump, so tread lightly here. I don't have a goal for grams-of-sugar-per-day, but I do have a limit of 10g per serving of anything. And that's a regular serving, not a bariatric serving, because it's mostly about the proportion of sugar-to-other-macros that I care about. So bananas are mostly out (except for occasional post-run recovery) and strawberries and other berries are in. There are simple and complex sugars and different kinds of sugar (e.g., lactose, fructose, glucose, maltose, sucrose, galactose), and so there's a continuum of badness that has lactose on one end and Twinkies on the other. My nutrition said that lactose was so far on the side of goodness that I shouldn't worry about limiting it, which seems to be common advice. But basically everything else is still a potential danger spot for your RNY-shortened digestive tract, so please be careful with the fruits and sweeteners until you know how they affect you. -
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty
dedegold replied to H3LP's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't know if the AZ Mayo does this or not Suggest you call them and ask for the Bariatric Dept to inquire. I do know that there have been some dr. who do this in Miami and on the east coast. I do know that you have to have a BMI of under 35 for this procedure at Mayo Rochester. Good luck !! -
Bariatric Stuffed coughing support Bear
Creekimp13 posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Anyone else get one of these? We each got this weird stuffed bear with instructions on how to hold him against our bellies to brace for coughing. He's made to kind of fit against you and provide support. He's kinda fun....wears a little teeshirt that has illustrations of your procedure on it so you can show people with a visual. Weird, but kinda sweet. He has no butt. LOL And he's kinda ugly. -
I still take Bariatric Advantage citrate caramel chews to the day, six a day. Last week I bought them in 500 mg rather then 250 mg size which translates to taking 3 a day instead of 6 a day. The price per bag is also the same so now I feel like I am getting 2 for 1 on the calcium citrate and that makes me happy. Each bag is about $12 when i purchase it through the WLS Center or 22 dollars when i buy it online through Amazon. Staying healthy with all the supplements really adds up. I do not take any iron in isolation, but there is some in my optimen multivitamin and green drink. Not 100% RDA though, but something small like 20 %. Should I be aware of iron as a man?
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Dinner out with the gals on Day 18 post-surgery
1-4-Many replied to Virginia S's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Every program out there has different rules. Sounds like yours is exactly like mine. I move to mushies at 4 weeks. Until then nothing but full liquid. So far it's not horrible but I'm getting a little tired of the same things over and over. I don't like sweets or chocolate so all of the drinks turn my stomach. After 1 week home and repeating the same stuff over and over, ....yawn....... I really think this is the most cautious route. We were told that 90% of the healing happens in the first 25 days (or something to that effect) so that's the logic of keeping it Fluid. I don't mind the stricter plan but I think it would be fantastic if some company came out with pre-made bariatric canned soups boosted with Protein and pre-strained. Not that I'm lazy.......... -
YAY i graduated my OPTIONS class today!
jenn20 replied to jenn20's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
ohhh one more thing!!!!..... I got a call from pacific Bariatric and they set me up for my 3 day appointment with them for June 14th! =) then shortly after that I will get my surgery date. I will keep everyone posted! -
looking for fill doctor in Corpus Christi, TX area
CCBSTX replied to a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I live in CC. No bariatric physicians here as a previous poster discussed! My doctor is Dr. Chang, in Victoria. It may be a bit difficult to find fill doctors as they tend to only like to do fills on folks they've operated on! This message board is a good start. San Antonio, as poster suggested, is a good option as well. Shawn -
looking for fill doctor in Corpus Christi, TX area
SouthTX LapBand replied to a topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Actually, you can take the bus from CC to McAllen - much less wear and tear on the patient, and very inexpensive. Just before I selected a doctor, I considered Reynosa. The nearest other doctors who will follow other doctor's band patients are in San Antonio. It is a bit further to McAllen, but there ARE docs on this side of the border who will see you, too. Go here to search for docs & contact info. http://www.asbs.org/html/about/membersearch2.html Type in your zip code, and select LB in the other box (that says "surgery type), then hit search. The list will be in order of how far away they are from you. Scan the list for those surgeons who list FOLL in their listing of "what they do" for that stands for willingness to follow other doctor's patients. The reason why a city the size of Corpus Christi with its economic draw area has no bariatric surgeons of any kind is that they were run out of town years ago by huge malpractice awards commonly awarded in South Texas. Don't know when they'll venture here again. -
Yes, I have the same problem with multi's. I fight this all the time, because it's hard to make myself take the vitamin! What I've started doing with my chewables is to let them slowly dissolve, like a piece of candy and that seems to help me. The only thing is, i don't care for the taste much, but this is better for me than the nausea feeling I get afterword. I stocked up on Bariatric Advantage vitamins and I don't want to waste them. Also, if I try to swallow a whole vitamin, I still get sick, if I can get it down with out hurting. Soooooo, I too need suggestions about the whole vitamin thing. :thumbup:
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Did you get insurance to pay???
mp8btpc replied to stephany48463's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I think each individual policy is different. I have BCBS of California and my husbands employer included bariatric coverage. Someone else can have BCBS of California and their employer may have chosen to NOT cover that, so it will depend on the policy not necessarily the carrier. -
And silke, not to throw a wet wool blanket, they can because one made my road to bariatric surgery almost come to an end. But I am a strong woman, still went forward and my last evaluation refruted the vindictive error-laden first and I am well on my way to,prove all Nay-Sayers wrong. Persistence trumps lies and it always will!😛🚩😛
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Dr. Illian or Dr. Maytorena
simplysql replied to emsmom's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I was in your shoes about this time last year - our insurance doesn't cover any bariatric procedures - and I ended up looking in Mexico mainly based on price. I had a friend who had used a dr near El Paso, TX - and really liked him - but he was pretty expensive - at least in my opinion. I did a little research on the Bariatric Pal forums and could find nothing even remotely troubling about Dr. Illan - and his price was one of the lowest I found. Long story short, I had my procedure this past January and was 100% satisfied - I've lost around 80 pounds - so happy that my wife is coming back in a couple of months to have the same thing done with Dr Illan - he's great, the facility is great, his whole team is fantastic, and the whole group that makes up BariatricPal MX is top-notch. If you pick them, you can put your mind at ease -and start shopping for smaller clothes! -
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Vitamins & Supplements Which are best, or what do you like?
Apple203 replied to lorik402's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I like Nutrametrix Isotonix 'cause I can mix up one 8-ounce concoction in the AM and I don't have to think about it for the rest of the day. Surgeon says its fine to consume all of the calcium at once this way. I just restocked for 3 months -- $125, so it isn't cheap. A week ago, I got Bariatric Advantage vitamin and calcium capsules and tablets and tried that for a day -- damn thing got stuck and I was uncomfortable for over half an hour. Plus multi-dosing. Not for me. -
Well then! If your policy absolutely includes bariatric surgery, the next step is to see if you and your doctors can make a case for you medically. Your BMI is just below 40 so you'll need to list co-morbidities. Do you have a surgeon yet?
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Do you know which of the two types of gastric lap-band surgery you had? Perigastric Technique (PGT) Pars Flaccida Technique (PFT) According to the Bariatric Surgery Source studies have confirmed that the pars flaccida technique (PFT) is safer and results in a lower rate of band slippage. When I was discussing all the different WLS options with my surgeon we discussed slippage, and he said that he has been performing gastric banding since around 2002 and now only does the PFT procedure. I suggest you talk with your surgeon about what is causing the slippage. My surgeon does my band adjustments using a fluoroscope. Because of this, he (and I can too if I turn to look) can clearly see my lapband and its placement. This gives me comfort knowing if there is an issue he will see it right away. Best wishes
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Thought I was doing well but no...
Apple203 replied to angyplus5's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well this is terrible news for you :-( Did they scan you GB before surgery? I ask because I've read a few posts from people who got their GB out with their bariatric surgery. And because I'm worried about my GB :-) -
If you (or anyone) does want to investigate other surgeons in their area, there are two basic ways to approach it...... 1) contact your insurance company for THEIR list of lapband bariatric surgeons included under your plan 2) or if you are self-pay, just use this database - http://www.asbs.org/html/about/membersearch2.html Put in your zip code and select LB from the dropdown menu. The results are in order of distance from the geographic center of your zip code. "FOLL" being listed means that the doctor will accept patient transfers when you've already had your surgery done elsewhere.
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Gastric bypass tomorrow I am really nervous. What was surgery day like for you?
Frustr8 replied to Bypassgirl92's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Call on me Teacher- I know the answer! Please Please Please! Extra urine sample is for,pregnancy rule'out Blood sample- my Bariatric hospitall will not operate on someone with blood sugar above 100. They rationalize- if you have been fasting for 8-14 hours and you are still THAT HIGH, it Bears more study. Happened to me, luckily I had been early, only had fasted for 5 hours, but my big bad self,laid there until they got one of 80 and became satisfied. -
Where Does The Surgeon Stats Information Come From?
MeMeMEEE replied to MINI-Me's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Just saw them, my surgeon's is off as well, the length of time he has been doing bariatric surgery and the % of his practice is off from what I can tell. -
Six Weeks Post Op & Not Doing Great
pear425 replied to Lucii24's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you Dave. You are very knowledgable with actual scientific fact and not "goggled" so called "facts". You are also post op (as am I almost 9 years) which makes your posts of more value for actual life after Bariatric surgery.
