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How to get all my protein in?
ChunkCat replied to wendywitch7's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
What is his reasoning for all these restrictions?? I'd consult a dietician trained in bariatrics, most doctors and surgeons have NO CLUE about nutrition and come up with these odd plans that have no medical basis because they don't think about the patients who will actually try implementing them. If the dietician there supports his weird restrictions, find another one. There is no medical data saying bariatric patients should avoid cheese and protein shakes post surgery. Are they checking your vitamin and mineral levels? You'd become deficient eventually without proper supplementation on a plan like that. Early post op recs are different than maintenance when you are over a year out and your restriction has eased up some. I know some docs favor a no snack plan because they think snacks will lead to mindless eating, but planned snacks can actually PREVENT mindless eating. Anyone can hold out for an hour or two when they know when they will eat next... Again, some people can survive on this sort of plan long term after the first year, but to try forcing it when you are still healing is cruel and misguided. You will end up with a lot of fatigue and weakness because you aren't getting enough nutrients. -
Sigh.....
SleeveToBypass2023 replied to SleeveToBypass2023's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you so much!!! I have to put it off until I finish my medical assisting program, but we're looking at January or so for the surgery. So just a few more months and then no more period!!! I do have an appt with my bariatric surgeon in Oct to see if that bulge just above my belly button is a hernia or not. If not, then we have to figure out what it is. But I can still work out without pain, I'm still incredibly healthy, and all in all I'm happy. I just want the rest of this nonsense to be finished. I never want to have another surgery, yet as I say that, I know I'll eventually have my skin surgeries lol But I actually WANT those, so maybe that'll be different. -
Can I take liquid vitamins instead of meal replacement?
BrookeyB posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hello! I am scheduled for my sleeve procedure on September 26. I have yet to purchase a meal replacement shake for right after my procedure. My hesitation is the Bariatric Advantage samples I’ve tasted are absolutely disgusting. I love regular protein powder, but these are way too sweet and the flavor is so synthetic tasting to me, it’s hard to get down. I know you’re not supposed to take capsule or chewable vitamins, right after surgery, but am I able to take liquid vitamins and a different protein right after surgery? Thanks for any help! -
Getting your hair professionally colored?
pintsizedmallrat replied to jacquelynn22's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I don't think I've ever been told that could be a problem? The surgery can make your hair fall out in some cases, but I don't think I've ever heard of anyone having issues with coloring it. Do you know why that would be a concern for a bariatric patient? -
Ugh, I'm so sorry that you have to have another surgery! I had a hysterectomy 2 years ago (cancer) and the doctor is right, it IS major surgery and man do you have to for real do nothing...and more nothing...and get really good at rolling out of bed and not clenching your abdominal muscles for things! The recliner was my best friend, along with a small pillow to brace against my tummy and an abdominal binder helped a lot! Oh and post partum underwear because you don't want anything tight on your tummy... Feel free to message me if you want some tips for surgery and recovery...or just to vent. I had reproductive issues for years before the cancer. I don't do nothing very well so I had to take up diamond painting and adult coloring books to keep my brain occupied. But, like with bariatric surgery, you only get one chance to heal well so best to go along with it. You have had so many other procedures I can't imagine this will keep you down for long. I was upset I had to have one, but now I am honestly soooo glad. It is fun to pack for travel without period gear! LOL I was one of those women who would bleed for months on end and no longer dealing with that is a huge relief...
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Falling Off The Wagon/Stretching Stomach Question
Hey Man posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Greetings, So as most people do from time to time - I fell off the wagon for about two weeks while on vacation and in the process of that, I noticed that I was able to eat more without any discomfort. I wasn't gorging on food like I did to gain the weight that I had, but I was able to handle bigger portions or that 3rd slice of pizza. I screwed up and I know that. I actually feel guilty, especially considering all the weight I have lost. It was just the first time where it was harder to stay focused as I wanted to enjoy my vacation. I know next time I have to plan better. Now I am aware that the stomach does stretch again, but it is my understanding that it takes years for that to happen per what I have read from doctors - which is why some people who have bariatric surgery tend to gain some or all the weight again years later if they haven't maintained their better eating habits. I am only 5 months out from the sleeve, so I was just curious why I was able to eat more than usual at this early point. I am back on track now, but just wanted to ensure that this is normal - that the stomach can stretch temporarily in the short term and things should be back to normal now that I am eating smaller portions again/proper foods. That I haven't already stretched out my stomach a bit. I would appreciate any feedback here. Thanks, HM -
I use Vital Proteins ( currently on sale in Costco ). I mainly add it to my morning coffee - typically a protein coffee as it is. I have used it for years prior to surgery and I continue to use it. As others have said, nothing can stop the hair shed - I am still shedding at 5 months, but a tiny bit less than when it started at 3 months. However I know the collagen will help new hair growth. I take a bit of extra biotin - more than just my bariatric multi - and keep up my protein intake. I use a Biotin & Collagen shampoo and conditioner - though I know that won't truly help, lol. It's a mental thing and it was on sale at Marshall's. At worst, my hair is still clean, lol. I take the collagen more so for joints and skin since as we get older our collagen depletes. It takes a few months to even really notice any differences so it is something you have to stay consistent with.
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Any luck with insurance coverage
New To This23 replied to Ruby22's topic in Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Forum
From what I remember they cover all obesity-related surgeries, but I do not remember ESG being on the list specifically. I also think that members in Virginia had fewer hoops to jump through than members in DC and Marylin. This is from the CareFirst site. Blue Distinction® Specialty Care The hospital you select can have a direct impact on the care you receive and your procedure results, but finding the right facility can sometimes be a challenge. The Blue Distinction Specialty Care recognition program identifies health care facilities with proven expertise in delivering specialty care. There are two designations: Blue Distinction Centers - Health care facilities recognized for expertise in delivering specialty care. Blue Distinction Centers+ - Health care facilities recognized for expertise and cost efficiency in delivering specialty care. Blue Distinction focuses on high-volume, high-risk and high-cost areas of specialty care, including: Bariatric Surgery centers provide a full range of bariatric surgical care services, including inpatient care, post-operative care, follow-up and patient education. -
Revision from VSG to Bypass
RickM replied to Timberlynn Sleeved to DS's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I would want to look closely at this, verifying the bile reflux and determining if there is any acid reflux component to this before getting into long term treatment options as the treatment can differ widely depending upon that diagnosis. If it is bile, then I wouldn't expect Pepcid or other anti acid meds to do much as the are treating acid and not bile, a base. I'm not sure what meds they do use but likely different ones. Bile is used to neutralize the acid coming out of the stomach along with the digested food into the intestines. Is your surgeon in the loop on these findings (I assume so, but check if you haven't heard from them yet,) as that may change his prescriptions. If it is strictly a bile problem, then a bypass will probably correct it, but not guaranteed as it moves the stomach/pouch outlet downstream into the natural path of bile secretions; the key, according to one surgeon I discussed this with, is the length of the roux limb, as that is the one that connects the pouch with the mainstream intestine and how far any bile would have to travel to reflux into the stomach. This doc noted that at 80cm or greater (IIRC) he didn't run into any bile reflux problems. The basic RNY procedure has been around for some 140 years for gastric cancer and gastroparesis (it is usually termed just a partial gastrectomy, or likely some other fancy latin names as well,) and it that use, bile reflux is a not uncommon complication. My non-MD take on it is that in those cases, they tend to keep the limbs short to minimize malabsorption and weight loss (last thing a cancer patient usually needs is more weight loss!) So, the longer limb makes sense here. Discuss this and make sure that your surgeon is up on this aspect of it. The other option if it is basically a bile problem is the DS, duodenal switch, which is pretty much a guaranteed cure for any bile problems owing to the very long path between the bile ducts and the stomach, but relatively few bariatric surgeons offer it owing to its greater complexity. Note this only applies to the "traditional" or Hess DS and not the newer SIPS/SADI/"loop" or simplified DS, which like its mini-bypass cousin has bile reflux as one of its common complications. The DS will not help any acid reflux problem as it uses the existing sleeve (though may resleeve it if it was malformed causing GERD rather than just overproduction of acid,) while adding the intestinal rerouting for malabsorption. The DS is a better choice over the RNY revision if slow or inadequate weightloss is an issue, too, as it is a stronger metabolic tool. Good luck on this - bile is surely a much less common problem with the sleeve than acid reflux, so the industry isn't quite as settled on solutions for it. -
Can I take liquid vitamins instead of meal replacement?
SleeveToBypass2023 replied to BrookeyB's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
You can use whatever protein shakes you want. I used ready made the first 2 weeks, then I bought protein powder from Arbonne and made my own. You can take liquid vitamins as long as they have the same amount of vitamins as bariatric vitamins do. I wasn't told not to take capsules or any kind of pills with the sleeve when I had it, but I WAS told that when I had my revision to bypass. It took a little bit but I'm able to take all my normal pills and supplements like normal now. -
I'm just barely beginning to look up info re. weight loss procedures. I am interested in the cost for adjustable lap band type of procedures. I highly doubt I'll have any insurance coverage. therefore, this will be a major financial decision. I have read a few newspaper articles & a little bit on the internet re. how so many Americans are going out of the country to get surgeries done due to the much lower cost. I would consider going to a major bariatric surgery center in Mexico if that's what it takes financially for me. My BMI is about 34. I weigh 220 which is the most I've ever weighed in my life, although I've been over 180 lbs for many years now. The last I'm 51, going to be 52 soon. I'm in the midst of menopause. I'm not sure what role menopause and getting older has played in this but I feel I cannot go on another diet without help, serious help with what I feel has always been my biggest problem: BIG APPETITE !
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Jonna
How are you? I hope all is going well. I am excited I did get some better news. the procedure is covered by my insurance and the physicians office verified this. I guess mines worked out the same way I have to go to a center of excellence. I began my journey now with delmarva bariatrics and they have been wonderful. I went to the seminar last wed and my consultation on the next day.
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You are so much better at taking your vitamins than me! I haven't taken them in awhile. I usually get enough calcium from my diet, but a good multivitamin is in dire need. I have lost a lot of hair, but my hair is still pretty thick (it was SUPER thick before and I'd have to get it thinned out!) I'll definitely let you know which ones don't suck. lol
I'm going to Clearwater Beach. It's the Allegiant Tampa/St. Pete flight. I'm going with 7 other girls. I cannot wait!! I've been 2 other times, but in a size 26 and 24. I'm going in a size 18 swimsuit this time
:)I do occasionally drink protein shakes if I'm feeling particularly tight. Does your band tighten on your period? I use the Bariatric Advantage Chocolate. I had the Banana ...it was AWFUL. I can still remember the taste in my mind. I just ordered a sample of their vanilla. I want to start drinking more of them with blended fruit or low fat/sugar yogurt.
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Hey Destined! I'm doing great I got approved after 2weeks from the time they submitted my paperwork. I have my surgery date Mon, March 1st! I'm so excited I just can't hide it I'm 'bout 2 lose some weight & I know I love it! (Borrowed from fellow bandster but I remixed it!..giggles) I know time is near but I wish it was already here!! It's okay w/the late response glad you got back 2 me I'm not nervous 'bout the surgery @ all this will be my 2nd bariatric surgery (gastric bypass 2004) did really great until the meds which caused me 2 pick up 2 much weight 2 fast only thing scares me is the fills, I seen the needle! My dr numbs the area 1st but I hate needles w/a passion!! I am a straight punk!! lol!!
I pray that your next fill is better than your 1st one Mama!! Are you getting in all your protein?? How much are you getting in, in a day? I have some really cool info on extra protein I can give you if you like. Looking forward to chatting with you soon. Keep me posted....Smooches!!
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Not banded yet. I'm set for 7/23! Do you have a date yet or do you have to wait until you finish the 6 month process. I'm a little clueless when it comes to what insured people have to do. May insurance doesnt cover any type of bariatric. I'm from Atlanta but i'll be traveling to Colorado to get my band.
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Hi Butterfly - We have a couple of support groups in town. My bariatric center is Bariatric Solutions. I'm not sure when the group is, (so obviously I haven't been) but I can check for you. The other one is at MercySouthwest Hospital. I'd like to find other Bako folks and start something ourselves, more informal and just sharing experiences...no classroom style stuff. Do you attend a support group in Houston and do you think it helps?
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I agree. Being dehydrated is very serious. That is why I met with my bariatric surgeon in emergency to take some fluid out. Water was coming up!
I never thought I would EVER say that its difficult to get all the fluid in but its so true. Isn't that great? I never thought I would ever get full and not have cravings. Its all a blessing and I am so grateful for my new way of life. My eating doesn't rule my life any more. Have a good night. Ellen
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Wassup girl!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you! I just called my bariatric and they said that they did receive my referral and its in review!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yippie!
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So glad that next week I am moving into my new place...April 2011, a great month to a wonderful new year. Glad I am seeing all these things fall into place, god has a lot of plans for me. Really wonderful plans for me and my family, glad to watch it happen. Renewed faith in god, New Place, New job and possible a different one come Wednesday. God is so wonderful, praising him daily is what I do.
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ARETHA FRANLIN, honey ya had some type of bariatric surgery. Please keep it real and stop denying the truth
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Seems like things are moving so slowly. After seeing the surgeon and having the scope done, we were referred to his bariatric center but could not get in until 10/13/11. I made contact with the nurse navigator and she gave me a list of things we could take care of before our appointments. So all medical records have been sent, psy testing done, yearly physical and testing completed. My dr. tested my V-D level to find I was very low. Will start 12.00 iu once a week to be good by surgery. day.
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should I buy like 3 bottles of each vitamin I need from random places or get 1 bottle of each from bariatric advantage for the same price? Hmmm. I think I need Calcium Citrate with D, Iron, B12, Multivitamin, Biotin... anything else?
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How are you doing? I noticed your surgery was August 1st. I hope you are doing ok. I will be going to my fifth month supervision dieting on Aug, 20th. I have only lost 8 lbs but hey that is why I am looking to having the lapband. I need help. But, my problem is my children are totally against this surgery. People keep telling me how dangerous it is and how I can just diet and excersise and do the same thing. I get excited and then I decide I won't do this. I am so confused. Are you still happy you did this? Please help me with my confusion. AFter the next appt I am suppose to call the bariatrics office and start setting up my test.
Thanks,
Cheryl
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My name is Joel Sopp from Regina, SK. I am 6'3 and 437 lbs with a BMI of 54.6.
I am currently on the Board of Directors for the Saskatchewan Bariatric Surgery Support Group (www.sbssg.ca) and we are a Non-Profit WLS Support Group.
We have our Annual General Meeting coming up, which will take place at The Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, 1800 Prince of Wales Drive in Regina, and we have a speaker coming out. Allison Kapp, the Nutritionist from the new Bariatric Clinic, will provide a presentation approximately 20 minutes in length followed by a 10?15 minute question and answer period for members of the SBSSG present at our Annual General Meeting. The presentation will begin at 2:40 pm.
Please go to the website and under AGM you can read a letter from the President of the SBSSG for prospective Board Members and/or Committee Chairs, An Information Kit for those interested in applying for a position on the board or a chair position, as well as a recruitment poster, nomination form, membership form and membership benefits.
It pays to be a paid member!
Feel free to e-mail hildahnke@sasktel.net (Current SBSSG President) or bkpromotions@sasktel.net (2007-2008 Communications Director) if you have questions about the SBSSG or the May 31st AGM. They will respond as soon as they can.
Take care and hope to see you at the AGM.
Joel Sopp
