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Hey everybody! I've been lurking for a bit and have decided to finally say hello. I'm pretty early on in my journey as I've only just recently started researching different surgery options. I'm not sure yet whether or not I will make it down that road, but I've at least decided that if I do, getting a VSG is the way to go for me. I've struggled with my weight my whole life, but now that I'm 31 and nearly 300lbs, I've decided I need some help. I don't have any health issues other than the occasional back/joint paint (thank goodness) but I want to make sure I keep it that way by getting rid of this excess weight. There are so many things I want to accomplish in this life and I always feel like my body is holding me back because it's not strong enough or fit enough. I have an appointment with my PCP soon to discuss surgery as an option for me and I'll be attending a local information seminar next week, so I'm definitely moving things forward to see if this is the right decision for me. I think it is, but I want to be absolutely sure. Anywho, just wanted to say how great I think this board is and how much I've enjoyed reading everyone's posts. I know that if I do get the surgery, I'll already have a great support system here. For those of you that have had or will have the surgery, what was the major motivating factor for you?
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Any January Surgeries?
beabeable replied to Marissa Menditto's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
We can do this january team! Im 3 days postop and cant eat very well, esp. Protein shakes and the gas pains are the worse!! Hopefully theres an end to this soon! -
Clothes Shopping Chaos!
Djmohr replied to HeadOverMeals's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Options, Options and more Options! I love clothes shopping now. I joke with my husband about it. I liken it to when he walks into Best Buy and his eyes glaze over......men and electronics. I worked there for 25 years and i had to keep a short leash on him when he went in shopping. Now, that is totally me! We can walk through a store with any clothes in it and I almost tune everything out. I know that I can fit in almost anything and they will have my size! I find myself trying on things that others left in the dressing room just because I can. Now of course I have to refrain some because I am not yet a lottery winner but God help me if I ever become a lottery winner. I would have huge closets full of beautiful clothes, shoes and handbags. When I was fat, I hated shopping unless it was for handbags. That is where I spent all of my money. LOL.....now it's hard because I also love shoes! It's not overwhelming to me, just an absolute blast because I have not been able to shop like that since I was a teenager. -
Clothes Shopping Chaos!
Sajijoma replied to HeadOverMeals's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I love all the options. I just have to watch myself because I want to keep shopping and looking beautiful in new clothes, but realistically I know I won't get much use of them because I'm still losing and go through a size every 2 months or so. It can be daunting. I also have had to learn that just because one pair of pants fit doesn't mean I have to buy every color or wash because there are so many more options now! [emoji4] -
Protein HELP!
NewYearNewMe2010 replied to NewYearNewMe2010's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My Dr preop diet is 1 day of liquids & fasting after midnight. I am planning on 3 days of semi liquids & trying to beef up my protein before Wednesday. I am trying to take it easy on holiday meals. Saturday is the last one (I hope)! So beginning Sunday I am planning on liquids for 2 meals & 1 low fat meal high protein meal. Does that sound ok?? I really haven't been given any preop diet other than the day before. I was just told I need to loose 3 pounds before the day of surgery. I think I am down 10 right now. Really unsure but thankful for the forum! -
Protein HELP!
Yvette1026 replied to NewYearNewMe2010's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's a not a matter of which is best, it's a matter of what you prefer. I personally use whey Protein, make shakes out of it in different flavors. You can also make pudding, etc.. there's also some products out thre like Isopure or "whey up" that give you 20-40 grams of protein in every bottle. Greek yogurt is low in sugar and HIGH in protein, usually 20 grams in a serving. I mix greek yogurt into things like Jello, etc.. to add a lil' protein to everything I eat. Before your surgery I would suggest upping your protein, I for example ate chicken breasts and protein style cheese burgers (cheeseburger without the bun or mayo, etc) then I fasted the two days before surgery drinking only whey protein. I had surgery on friday and was off pain meds and back to normal by sunday. Every body is different, it's important that you listen to yours. Mine craves red meat, so I made sure I gave it what it needed to promote healing, etc.. pay attention to what your body is telling you and you should be ok. Also what is your pre-op diet like? does it allow you to have food and not just liquids? every dr is different. I was allowed 3 shakes and 2 meals per day, with an option for a snack during my pre-op diet. It all just depends on you and your doctor. But now is the time to prime you body and promote healing. Up your Vitamins, etc.. and go in with a positive mindset. -
BURP!! I just want to BURP!
meandtheboys replied to Chele6378's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
No hints but I have it too. My surgery was wednesday. I get it if I drink too fast or too much. Other than the burping how are you feeling. I'm doing ok - little desire for the liquids. I feel full all the time.I even feel a little nausea after a few bites of soup or a few sips of protein shake. I'm thinking this is normal, but not exactly sure. My energy is still on the low side and I get tired and have to lay down and rest but I'm feeling better every day and I think that's a good sign.I'm smelling good food but have no desire to eat it. Good luck! -
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This liquid Protein is disgusting... we have to drink that @#%! ?????????? it's too sweet, That's no any substitute like those protein shakes that we can buy from the vitamins shops???
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I am totally ignorant when it comes to protein. I am scheduled for surgery next Wednesday & I know protein is supposed to help you heal but I know NOTHING about protein. Which is best- powder, premade shakes, pills??? I am so confused! Anyone have any suggestions? Please help
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I weigh daily and always have, 7 months out. It really has helped me keep a check on what I am eating. If there is no weight loss I try to up the Protein, even though I try for 100gms a day, and up the exercise. I thankfully either stay the same, up maybe 2 ounces or lose, so I do not think I am obsessive either. Once in AM before anything in mouth.
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There are certain initial "rules" my doctor has backed off on since I started out. One of them being, the amount of Protein I need to eat daily. I was expressing to him that I can barely eat any vegetables after taking in protein. He said that he's fine with me eating 40 grams of protein, and getting in those veggies. He also told me that the reason they push hard on protein, is because they need to break most patients from heavy carb habit/addiction. I would venture to say that most all of us didn't get to the point of WLS, from eating too much protein. Now.....I'm sure many here will balk at that recommendation, because it goes against the list of band rules. But as B-52 says, as you move through banded life, some of the rules are no longer a "one size fits all". Sure, some of the basics remain....like small bites chewed well. Stop eating at the first signal of satiety, make healthy choices, etc. But as my doctor gets to know me, my body and my progress, he adjusts/allows as he sees fit.
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Just started my liquid diet today - Surgury July 22nd
losingitat41 replied to gouryella's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I started mine today too and my surgery is the 22nd! It wasnt so bad. I am allowed 5 optifast shakes and 2 protein shakes from other protein powder. I did them every 2 hours. and drank a TON of water. Today was not so bad. I am curious to see how tmw goes. I am okay with just doing the shakes b/c i had "last supper" syndrome the last 3 weeks and gained 4 lbs. I think i ate everything i wanted so i feel like this is pay back for eating all of that! -
My surgeon does not allow Protein shakes after 3 weeks post op.
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I am 3wks post gastric bypass. Are we supposed to be drinking protein shakes between our meals?
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So today I experienced my first gain since being banded in Sept. 1.6lbs. I haven't really been doing anything different (maybe a few more mindless Snacks but nothing huge) to where I think a gain ... especially almost 2 pounds... should've occurred. I'm hoping its just Water retention or something.. Anyway, I'm a huge thinker and hypochondriac so I was wondering if someone could help me out here? I highly doubt I ruined my band but I can't stop thinking of the worst. My surgeon says that the solid foods (Proteins, veggies, and carbs) should equal no more than 1 cup of food per meal. My thing is... how do I know if a piece of salmon and some veggies is 1 cup. You can't fit salmon into a measuring cup. I need more of a visual idea... maybe I am eating too much :/ Thanks for any advice!
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fccm- sometimes i feel 'hungry', especially at lunch time and mid-afternoon. those seem to be my only times when i actually 'feel' like i want to eat. i've had no true big hunger and don't expect to for a while. at just about 4 wks out, i'm trying to establish some routine in my eating: breakfast, snack, lunch, mid-afternoon snack, dinner. every plan is different. but the plan from my nut also includes your Proteins, waters, etc. so even though i'm following that, i'm also trying to set myself up on a healthy routine. i have small kids and really want to be able to eat as a family eventually for our dinner.
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Still have to jump through a few more hoops. I have to see a Cardiologist and get clearance I have to get an EGD Preop appointment Surgery Date (YEH) 5 Protein skakes/day and any clear low calorie clear fluids.
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So, I'm planning on having my surgery in Oct. and I decided I would start now on giving up the carbs. Well let me just tell you my body is in carb detox. Feeling weak and tired despite the fact that I have been getting a minimum 60 grams of protein daily. The carb cravings are hitting full force and cannot believe that this is a head hunger sort of thing. I will however continue to push forward, AIN'T NO SUGAR GONNA RUN MY LIFE!
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Soooo depressed after the meeting yesterday. But not giving up! I've waited this long, I can wait longer! But still...I needed something a bit more positive after this last week. They recommended a high Protein, low carb diet until the surgery, but I won't be seeing their nutritionist for at least another month, maybe 2. Anyone have a recommendation? I guess the good news is, is that I lost another 1/2 pound even with all the stress of John being in the hospital. Maybe, if I can keep losing with him going through all of this, they'll see I'm serious and give me a break? Lunie
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My dietitian recommended unjury unflavored and any of the Syntrax nectar flavors. I actually like them a lot. I put the Unjury unflavored in my oatmeal or spaghetti sauce to boost Protein. The Syntrax Nectar flavors I either drink with straight Water or in a smoothie with other fruits. No aftertaste with either of these protein sources.
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The Ontario Psychological Association website has a "find a psychologist" feature. You can enter a number of parameters to narrow down the options. Good luck to you!
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Just saw my doctor yesterday...one week, one day post op. He told me to start adding fruits and veggies, in small amounts to my protein shakes
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Pre op diet & cooking for family
Lhollingsworth replied to asherje's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm doing ok on my preop. Admittedly I'm bored with it - but I am keeping pretty satisfied with protein shakes in terms of hunger. I have a feeling if you ask me a week from now I might be singing a different tune lol. -
WLS in 2004, Regain, What to use for success? Hashimoto
Berry78 replied to gonefromthisgroup's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Not sure how much your tummy can hold, but the trick with keto, and other low-carb diets is to actually limit your meat/protein to 3oz, 3 times a day, and fill up the rest of the time on green veggies (add some nuts or cheese to round out your protein goal}. Test it out to see how much green stuff you can eat after eating 3oz of protein. If only a bite or two, then eat your protein and veggies separately. 3 oz of raw spinach and 3 oz cooked spinach look very different in the bowl.. see which one you can eat more of... I mention spinach, specifically, because I'll eat about 4oz cooked, and stuff is like a laxitive for me. (I do add a teaspoon of oive oil and a splash of vinegar and some spices for flavor). Green veggies need a little fat to help you absorb the fat-soluble vitamins.
