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Liver shriking diet question...
FitFunFamily replied to LisaS73's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't start my pre-op diet till next week, but I'll let you know! I have not gained from doing a protein diet before, but I would suggest looking at the nutritional info on the bars. Typically, they have a LOT of sugar alcohols which don't "count" as carbs in the net count, but really, can have an impact on your blood sugar and kick you out of ketosis (fat burning stage) if you eat too many. My NUT said to only eat bars etc once a day because of the sugar alcohols. I've noticed that if I eat only 3-4 bars a week instead of every day, I lose more weight that week. I've been doing low carb for 3.5 months and have lost 41lbs. (HW 371, CW 330). I had to lose 10% of my body weight before scheduling surgery. Keep up the good work! I think doing 3 shakes and 1 bar will be better and you'll see more results! Hope this helps! -
@@laguerr13 many people cannot tolerate SF stuff. It's known to cause diarrhea - particularly sugar alcohols. It's not at all uncommon.
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I used to drink massive amounts of alcohol in college 30 yrs ago, so after my maturity hit I maybe had a beer or two every few weeks or wine with my dinner like maybe once every few months, if I went out with friends I nursed 1 mixed drink all night, so I am missing u occasional beer or wine, I'm just confused as to whether I can or can't have it, there are too many theories and not enough research to go either way, I don't drink anywhere near I used to in my youth, but I wanted to take my wife to a vineyard near where we live and enjoy some wine tasting and lunch, and on the 4th I was craving my favorite beer, the only constants I find in any information available had to do with the sugars, and alcohol absorption in the body, has anyone asked their DR. ????
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I have had it once and it is pure misery. Sugar alcohols triggered mine. I stay away from them like the plague.
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1.5 years out, only 40% loss, Devastated
angry replied to Disabledaccount's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I can relate to what you are going through. At my highest I was 336 and I was terrified that if I got the sleeve I would start losing weight and wouldnt be able to stop. Imagine my surprise when less than a year after surgery, my weight loss came to a screeching halt. I thought that I was eating well, and I was exercising more than anyone I know but I stopped losing. In retrospect what I thought was eating well usually consisted of a venti white chocolate latte from starbucks with 6 shots of expresso, chased with wine later that night. Im not saying that you are doing any of these things, I am telling you the things I was doing that I didnt count. In Nov of 2014 I weighed 232 and I thought wow this is as good as it gets? That sucks. Well I can tell you that I dont lose weight as quickly as other people, I just dont. My aunt got sleeved weeks before me, she can eat way more food than I can and never goes to the gym, we are the same weight. I have a friend that got bypass 6 months ago, she weighs 230. I have been hovering between 205-215 and struggling to get under 200. For me giving up alcohol is huge. I think it is really easy to drink calories and not even think about it. Even though you may not lose weight as easily/quickly as others at the end of the day it all comes down to diet and exercise, I just thought with the sleeve I would need less of both. -
Hello again. I have been gone for some time and I am back to ask for some advice. I am trying to be healthier in general after some setbacks and difficulties. In an effort to jumpstart my weight loss and also to create a revolution of sorts in my own life I am doing the 22 day revolution which basically means becoming a vegan for a bit. While I have no intention on becoming a vegan long term, it is truly making me examine my relationship with food and perhaps even more importantly alcohol. Im wondering if there is anyone that has done this or that is a vegan with the sleeve? He requires that you eat 3 meals per day, no snacking. However I am unable to eat the meals that he suggests because they are too large and then I feel entitled to snack when I get hungry again. It is either that or stuff myself beyond capacity, I'm not sure either of these is the right way to handle the situation. I am thinking I should just continue to eat the meal that I was unable to finish instead of bingeing on pistachio nuts, but I digress. Any advice or info from anyone else that has done this would be greatly appreciated.
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Anxious about going on vacation
IttyBit replied to Glenda Nicks's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congrats on your WL so far!! Since you have problems just getting your water and protein in and filling up so quickly, doesn't sound like you should have any problems with eating just because you are in a different place. I just had surgery last Tuesday. Normally by the end of a long holiday weekend, I would feel miserable both physically and mentally after pigging out and drinking all weekend - I had absolutely no desire to eat or drink - it was awesome! I would make sure not to drink alcohol though, cuz any control you do need to maintain will likely go right out the window - lol! Enjoy your vacation!! -
Usually, I'm pretty even keeled, even on the Internet, but some questions...
terrydumont46 replied to no onions's topic in Rants & Raves
when I was still in the hospital after my banding the nurse told me about a man who had had a gastric bypass. on his way home after discharge stopped by mcdonalds and had a quarter pounder and fries. he was back in the hospital and had to have repair done. some ppl never learn. I too hate the drinking questions. we give up soda's why wouldn't we give up alcohol especially the first year. I have a flat head from hitting it after reading some posts -
Maintenance is not what I expected.
Kindle replied to Healthy_life2's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Well, once again, I am the freak in the crowd. For me, maintenance has been boring and wonderful! I reached goal around this time last year and continued to lose another 10 pounds. I've maintained my lowest weight (with a small bounce range) for almost 10 months. But besides rough counting my Protein and Water amounts in my head each day, I never tracked or measured anything, so the transition between losing and maintaining was no big deal. I'm also one of those "I had surgery so I would never have to diet again" loonies. I am committed 110% to being successful with my VSG, but I'm also not willing to go against what's in my nature to do. I know I would fail (and be unhappy) if I tried. Following a regimented diet plan, using MFP, going to the gym, running 5K's, etc. are just not "me". The main changes I made in conjunction with surgery were to simply make healthy food choices and drink a lot less alcohol. The other difference I've noticed with me compared to a lot of posts I read is that I never made that big of deal about my goal weight. I didn't really perceive of reaching it as an end point. I knew being a WLS patient was a forever thing, not just a losing thing. Maybe that's why I never felt the need to seek a new "goal" to stay motivated. I'm just happy to be the size I am, feel as great as I do, do all the physical activities that I can and simply eat like a "normal" thin person. That's all the motivation I need.....That and an occasional glance at my before pictures. I hope you all find what works for you for long term success. (And that my way continues to work for me) -
@@JLT1971 You posted this, so I assume you want some honest responses, so here goes. I guess I'd ask why do you care what anyone else eats? Why are you keeping score? You laid out a very detailed account of what everyone else ate. How is this helping you at this point? I'd say stop judging everyone else and keep your eyes on your own plate. I'd also ask myself why you want to "match" what they eat....all those artificial sweeteners and sugar alcohols etc. aren't that great for you. So, you trying to convince others to eat the poison...is like trying to lead ants to Aspartame or Splenda. They don't want that, they already know that's worse for them, than real sugar. They want the real thing. I don't blame them. You could have easily enjoyed a few chunks of fruit, with natural sugars, and that should have been sufficient, and would have been healthier. You are on, or "should" be on, another path. Away from all of that, and towards health. Look if you want sympathy, someone may give it, but if you want honesty, and I think you really wanted honesty. It sounds like you could benefit by looking into food addiction issues with a therapist. Why you want those foods, and why you feel left out, and are upset about what others get and you don't, is a clear sign you have issues to work on. The only reason I know this, is because I spent a lifetime doing the same, and finally got the help I needed. That's my honest opinion. You seem to want help, and there is help out there for you. But you have to take the first step. I wish you luck, with everything! I'm not a mean person, just blunt, and to the point. I blame my Sagittarianism on that. lol
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Usually, I'm pretty even keeled, even on the Internet, but some questions...
buttercup06 replied to no onions's topic in Rants & Raves
@@Djmohr I had to sign a contract for smoking and drinking alcohol also. It's something new because I didn't have to do it when I was banded 5 years ago but had to do it for my revision (same dr.). -
Usually, I'm pretty even keeled, even on the Internet, but some questions...
SkinnyDown replied to no onions's topic in Rants & Raves
@@Djmohr Wow, that's great! That's what I think would help weed out who isn't serious and who is. Also the no alcohol contract is brilliant! We really need standards across the board. -
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Djmohr replied to no onions's topic in Rants & Raves
@ My clinic made me take a written test. It was not an easy one either! I agree with you, I do think every bariatric doctor should require it. I also had to sign a contract stating I would not use alcohol for a minimum of 12 months. -
Hi everyone, hope everyone is doing great. I was banded in October 2014, with my pre-op diet and first two months post-op I was able to lose a bit over 30lbs. That's where the number is since December 2014, I have not lost any weight since. My band adjustments have been very small 0.3-0.4cc each time so I'm still not in a green zone as the Dr.s here in Canada do not give big fills. I have 7cc in my 10cc band and I'm hungry all the time, I can pretty much eat anything and everything if I want to. My coworker that had the band at the same time she has been tight from the day one and lost 70lbs so far but I know everyone is different so I'm just hoping to get in to green zone soon. It's hard now being summer and camping season not to drink alcoholic beverages but I hope once I get in to green zone that I will start losing again I do workout 4-5 times/week Just wondering if anyone was in the same boat and how did you overcome frustration and started losing again
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On the 10th of July I will be 1 month post op, and I feel great, I had BBQ for the first time yesterday, steak, shrimp, sausage, the cool part is I ate 2 bites of the sausage, 2 of the 3 med Shrimp, and 3 oz if the steak, and I was full!!!!!!!, this is an awesome change for me and I utilize the sleeve with what I've learned, a typical Sunday breakfast would have been 2 eggs, 6 pieces of bacon and 8 tortillas, today it was 1 egg, half a sausage, and 1 slice of 7 grain bread, and I left 1/4 piece of the bread and 1/2 a sausage, and I always remove the plate and yell I'm done just to re-affirm it to myself, I actually find it harder with drinks, I'm craving things like Energy drinks, my coffee, and yesterday I wanted a beer so bad( I always limited myself to 1 or 2 after college), I'm still researching the alcohol thing, too many varying opinions, even a couple of theories that some wine is good for you after gastric! We will see
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2009 band patient, hate it, see Dr Wed about sleeve
Jason In Houston replied to hugs4you1971's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I've never had the band, so I don't know what you're dealing with. A distant relative had a band-to-sleeve revision last year and she's happy. Having heard her story, and on the advice of my surgeon, I went straight for the sleeve. My other option was standard bypass, but that seemed like more life-long maintenance and potential issues to worry about. At first, it's just surgery recovery. A coworker described my post-op diet as "newborn on fast-forward." I think that's pretty accurate. I was on solid foods after 6 weeks, and almost entirely unrestricted by 3 months. At around 5 months out, I started getting hungry again. Not family-bucket-of-KFC hungry, but I-forgot-to-eat-Breakfast hungry. Today, I can eat about two chicken legs and feel very full, and a few cubes of cheese or a dozen almonds is enough to satisfy me for several hours. If I eat too much - even one extra bite - I puke. I can drink as much as I want before a meal. Gulping traps air in my stomach and causes a burp, so I sip or use a straw. More than a sip during or right after a meal makes me feel overfull and causes me to puke. Every food I've tried so far works, but some didn't at first. I don't have trouble with straws. Some do. I haven't tried bubble gum or alcohol. -
You are not a failure! You just need to find alternate ways to deal with your emotional ups and downs by trying to soothe them with stuff like soda. I was a big soda drinker too (coke zero) but I had to give it up. It's like alcohol to an alcoholic. It's all or nothing. If I go back to it I know it's a just a slippery slope to weight gain. Good luck!
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I'm in the process of hoop jumping for my insurance. As long as I perform all of my tricks successfully, I should be approved for surgery by the end of the year. My question is this. If I have surgery in December/January, what will my life be like in March. My fiancé and I are planning on getting married in March in Vegas. I understand that I won't be able to drink alcohol and food things will be different, such as smaller meals and avoiding high fat/sugar stuff, but what will it be more like post-op three months? Thanks in advance, Chante'
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No one ever answers my posts......so please comment!
animallover1247 replied to GSJourney23's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, you are right, its not just an alcohol addition that can develop, any addiction can develop. Thankfully the only addiction I've ever had is food and I sure don't want another one! Ever! Thank you for the comment because this is something I will be talking to my therapist about, even though the psych evaluation may address this. -
No one ever answers my posts......so please comment!
VSGAnn2014 replied to GSJourney23's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yeah, that quote about WLS and alcoholics always leaves out this little bit: 7% of WLS patients ALREADY had a problem with alcohol pre-op. Very good WLS research finds that only another 3% of WLS patients develop an "alcohol problem." (It makes me craaaazy to see "facts" like that CNN story quoted without any context for that fact.) Other transfer addictions can also develop -- shopping, sex, smoking, etc. But again, most people who suffer from transfer addictions also had addiction problems or tendencies pre-op. That's one thing your psych qualification can help you identify. The important thing is be aware of your own tendencies and your own behavior. Taking care of yourself is your #1 job. If you see problems developing, see your surgeon immediately. S/he will lead you to resources that can help you address and resolve those problems. -
Seeing lots of these posts in the last year, I can almost bet you have let a few bad habits slip back into your lifestyle. (Not judging at all, just from what I've seen happen) You've stopped tracking and weighing You've stopped eating protien first You've either stopped or cut back on regular exercise You've let too many simple carbs back into your diet You're eating too many sweet treats You're drinking too many empty calories (ie Starbucks coffees, sodas, alcohol) You're not drinking 64 oz of Water Like I said, I haven't even hit maintenence yet, so I have no room to judge at all. But if you get back to basics and start getting back on board with the list above, I'll bet you can get to your goal by Christmas! Good Luck!
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I'm thinking you would be better off with a glass or two of wine rather than hard liquor. With the small amount of food we eat it is very easy to get tipsy. Believe me wine will do the trick easily! I like prosecco and was given approval from my surgeon to drink it. The one I like is only 50 cals/glass (I use the small champagne flutes from Target). Some will balk at this but as I said, I got the okay directly from my doctor. He said let it sit in the glass for 5 minutes before drinking to let some of the bubbles out first. Since you have quite a bit to lose, I would really wait as long as you possibly can, try your hardest for at least 6 months - just for the sake of maximizing your weight loss. Please believe it when we say alcohol WILL slow your losses. Protect your honeymoon period like it is a precious, priceless diamond!
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Maybe you're not ready. Alcohol was never an issue for me except for tailgating at DMB shows every summer and let me say, after spending a weekend tailgating with 300+ DMB fans, I did great. Had one sip of a drink and decided it wasn't worth it. Your feelings mat change post op. Much like most of us no longer want fast food or junk or even soda. (I was a HUGE diet coke junkie). If you're that concerned about your ability to stay sober at a party to reach your weight loss goals than maybe you should postpone until after graduation
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I was told you should never have carbonated drinks bc it will stretch your stomach. As far as drinking alcohol my nutritionist said I could try wine at week 6 post op. At home of course to make sure your stomach agrees with it. I would say you probably won't be able to have beer again!
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No one ever answers my posts......so please comment!
animallover1247 replied to GSJourney23's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
i haven't had the surgery, haven't even had a consultation by my friend had the surgery on Sept 10, 2014 and has lost 70 lbs. She decided she was going to drink alcohol last weekend. I don't know how much she drank but it was very little and she ended up soused. Also, if you have any underlying unresolved issues from your past (e.g. trauma)that made you eat, I would not even think of trying alcohol. This is specific to gastric bypass surgery but A new study reports that one in 10 gastric bypass patients struggles with alcoholism within two years of the surgery. This statistic is actually from CNN.com-transcripts. There is an entire conversation about it, just type in Dr. Drew and weight loss surgery. I don't know if this would pertain to you or not, just giving some information,
