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Complications
DiminishingDawn replied to keefkeef1986's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Recently scientists have discovered that what we thought made ulcers (spicy foods, caffeine stress etc) are not so. Unfortunately many doctors are not up to date in the new facts. Such things may irritate existing ulcers but not cause them. (correlation, not causation). They have now learned that 70-90% of ulcers are caused by the bacteria, h pylori. That's why so many programs are now insisting on h pylori screening in the last few years. (when I had my surgery 7 years ago I didn't have such testing). NSAIDs, alcohol and some medications are also factors. -
Diarrhea cant hold down protien, what to eat 11 days post op HELP!
skrubabilen replied to rockdutchess82's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Try different protein shakes. I started with a soy based protein and it made me miserable. I switched to Premier Protein and my system became quite happy. You just have to keep trying different ones til you find one that works. The sugar alcohol and sucralose thing was also an issue for me. Good luck! -
Yea I know... I thought the hard candy would help when I'm craving sweets and before surgery I always had peppermints or butterscotch in my mouth. I figure the sugar alcohol was better then sugar but I guess I need to break the habit if always having hard candy in my mouth. This is not the easy way out.. My mom had this divert in 2005 and she was bedrest for 6 months and never had food temptations... Sometimes. Wish that was me because I'm tempted all day everyday and chicken soup and potato broth an getting so old.
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They still have sugar alcohol in them
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Diarrhea cant hold down protien, what to eat 11 days post op HELP!
Firëfly replied to rockdutchess82's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Definitely check in with your doctor's office and let them know you are having problems. I had problems with that too and didn't get much help other than permission to take Immodium if I needed to. I'm not sure if you are allowed to drink skim or 1% milk on your plan and if you are, that you might be lactose intolerant after surgery. My doctor told me that many people have a problem with this and I thought I was one of them until I did some more checking on my own. I am able to drink milk without too many problems but if I mix Protein powder for a shake with it, I was having problems. I talked with my SIL who is a nutritionist/pharmacist and she told me to go check the amount of sugar alcohol or other artificial sweeteners in the Protein Powder I was using. Sure enough, all of them contained sucralose (Splenda) or other sugar alcohols that were causing the shakes to basically run through my system shortly after I ingested them. Once I found some unflavored protein powder without any sugar alcohols or sucralose in it, everything was much better and I wasn't having as many issues with that problem anymore. -
If we could change our lifestyle we wouldn't be fat!
deaddemmama replied to Kcarr1120's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I would compare food addiction to alcohol or drug addiction. I think being honest about using food to mask feelings is key. That being said, the two addictions are different in that one can abstain from drugs and alcohol but obviously not from food. ...one can only abstain from injurious eating behavior. I think wls can be a great tool to learn to do that. But it only works if you work it. -
Some questions for a nervous nelly...
JoiaRox replied to nervousnelly's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
1. Depends on the type of work you do - I went back 10 days post-op with no problems, and my days consisted of a 3+ hour commute (total) and meetings, meetings meetings. Since you're a teacher, just know that two weeks out you'll still be exhausted easily...but keep up your Protein, liquid & Vitamins and you'll soon get back into the habit! (As a side note, I went back to teaching after 10 days of "recovery" after my LapBand surgery - piece of cake...I'm just not a teacher anymore!) 2. Losing happens in the kitchen - fitness happens in exercise. Get some kind of activity in and you'll be just fine! 3. I wouldn't have needed help - my surgery was relatively easy and my recovery was quick...only sleepiness and low energy were my enemies! You DO need someone to drive you home from the hospital, so make sure you have that! If you clean your house ahead of time and stock up on liquids, you'll be fine! My boyfriend lives with me and wanted to take care of me and, honestly, he was bummed I didn't "need" him more! I let him make me smoothies/protein shakes 4. Follow your doctor's rules and listen to your body - my rules were no carbonation until 30 days post-op and no alcohol until 6 months post-op. Even after those timelines, I'll go slow and see how my body reacts! -
If we could change our lifestyle we wouldn't be fat!
oldoneyoungagain replied to Kcarr1120's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Would any of you compare food addiction to alcohol or drug addiction? If you know you are addicted to food and want to change, then you have various groups to help you control your addiction to make your tool work, just as an alcoholic or a druggie has their group. It is only when you have hit rock bottom, whatever your bottom might be that any any type of weight loss procedure will work, because that will be your main goal. It has been proven these tools do work, as long as you work them. Maybe the simiplist suggestion is once an addict always an addict no matter what the addiction is. You have to be honest with yourself and fight the battle until the day you die or nothing that they have now or in the future fo help with WL is going to work. Just my opinion and thoughts. -
I'm planning on drinking coffee after I have my sleeve (on Tuesday...eeep!). My surgeon said decaf is ok right away, and try to wait 3 months on the caffeinated stuff, along with alcohol and carbonated beverages. I can't wait to have my beloved nonfat cappuccino with breakfast again...got hooked on them in Rome two years back. Being in the Seattle area, I think there would be an uproar if a surgeon suggested we ban coffee from our diet entirely...he'd/she'd probably go out of business! That being said, if it were essential to maintain your sleeve health, I don't think they would hesitate to make coffee restriction mandatory. I think the key is everything moderation, take it easy and listen to your sleeve!
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curious where other ppl are at around 3.5 mths out
butterfly_gal replied to NicoleLpn's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
March 19th here. Surgery weight was 324 and size 30/32 clothes. I am down to 258 as of this morning, so 66 pounds down and now a size 22 clothes. My bra size went from a 46F to 42 DDD. I have had no food issues, I haven't had any issues with any food I have tried. I still haven't tried bread or rice or alot of sugar though. Haven't had alcohol yet either. My first goal is 200, which I hope to be at before Christmas. My final goal is 170, but I am sure that when I get there, I will set another one. So far for exercising it is walking. I want to do more when I start getting some energy. Pre-surgery for many years, I have had an anemia problem. For several years my HGB was 9 with Ferritin of 5 and saturation of 4. I was alway dizzy. I was sent to see a hemotologist for iron infusions. I am on #8 of 10 infusions. My dizziness is gone and I am getting some energy so I am going to add some more stuff to my exercise. -
Obesity is the end result of many factors - most of which are the result of bad decisions and correctable with lifestyle change. That's also why a calorie is a calorie is a calorie is not an honest statement. The chemical response to a Protein is not the same as a carb and a simple carb not the same as a complex one. Carbs and calories are not the enemy - we are. And we can be our worst enemy in many cases. I like the heroin analogy pertaining to sugar. That is so accurate for many people. But ultimately it comes down to personal decisions... Some people can drink alcohol and have no issues - other should avoid it because they don't know when to say when - same applies to simple carbs. If you can't keep control then avoid it in the first place. While I think it's dismissive to blame a school lunch program for anyone's weight problem, it's also an area that the educational system is missing the boat. There is no good reason why learning about the human body and its use and application of nutrients is not mandated as part of the science curriculum. Eating and lifestyle habits are learned early in life and bad habits in that area are very hard to correct. Almost every 5th grader has had to dissect a frog yet how many of them know that carbs and Proteins have 4 calories per gram, alcohol 7, and fat 9??? Why not??? They should focus on educating kids on their bodies and fuel sources as a starting point - it affects every aspect of a students life and performance. And also stop pushing processed crap for the sake of a buck... Brad
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Stretching out your Stomach from Drinking...?
coolnessa22 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know this is a topic that has been discussed but I am about 2 1/2 months post op and drink occasionally...I know there is empty calories and all that but I was wondering can drinking too much alcohol stretch out the stomach...? Just Wondering...advice anyone...? HW 270lbs SW 258lbs CW 236 Goal Weight 165 -
August 2013 surgeries
shershrinking replied to daisykarebear's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I am waiting for insurance approval- doc had a 3 month pre-surgery healthy steps program, to teach me to eat and exercise, see a shrink, etc . I lost 30# already but still have 100 to go... And my diabetes hasnt really improved. I know I will never make it alone without surgery. Craving sweets. QUESTION :Will i ever be able to taste those sweet things without being horribly ill? ??(dumping syndrome scares the heck outta me) Also found out that i shouldnt drink alcohol before a meal- i forget to chew or taste anything when i am that happy. -
Yay! Dawn is back! Yep the band changes how much alcohol we can handle. I rarely drink anything anymore, I already was a cheap date! Glad you had nice night out. Enjoy the 4th week!
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Harder than I thought
Jean McMillan replied to jessicawinston's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Unfortunately, weight loss surgery happens in your stomach, not in your brain. And yes, even though WLS should make weight loss easier, it's still hard. Making your band tighter and tighter is not going to speed up weight loss or banish those demons who tell you a glass of wine and handful of potato chips and 2 Cookies are OK, just this once. There is no such thing as just this once. That was true for me before WLS and it's still true now, 6 years and 100 lbs. later. Also, you sure don't need a tighter band if you're having eating problems at your current restriction level. I think right now you need to stop worrying about weight loss and start concentrating on good food choices and good eating skills (take tiny bites, chew very well, eat slowly, etc.). Making good food choices means choosing foods that are good nutritionally and are good for satiety. In other words, emphasize solid foods and avoid slider foods (soft and liquid calories, plus crispy carby stuff like crackers, chips, etc.). You'll have to experiment with food preparation to make things like chicken, fish, or whatever more band-friendly. I can't eat chicken or turkey breast, but I can eat dark meat if it's prepared in a way that doesn't dry it out. Broiled, grilled, or microwaved meat/fish/poultry can be a problem for me, but baking or braising with some liquid (like broth) or sauce can make all the difference. A little bit of sauce, gravy, salad dressing, salsa, etc. can add flavor and make the food easier to get down. Just don't drown the food in it! One more piece of advice - something you already know, but I want to reinforce it. Drinking wine every night is the first thing you need to address. Alcohol is not only liquid calories with no nutritional benefits; it also makes foolish food choices and hours of grazing seem like splendid ideas. Hang in there! -
Date set for 7/10/13. Anyone else?
BklynPenny posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello Everyone.... My name is Penny; 29 yrs old and will be banded on Wednesday, July 10th at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn. I am currently on my 2 week Pre-op 800 calorie 2 Isopure shakes & a small meal diet. I thought it would be harder but the heartburn is all I'm feeling. The annoying thing is that it's Summer. Birthday parties here, BBQ'S there; so the food & alcohol temptation is everywhere. A nice cup of ice Water with a twist of lemon is my drink of choice. FYI, if you have the ability to work out ex. Gym, walk, jog, run, bike ride etc drink your Protein shakes post work out. The sexy buff guy at GNC explained it helps out with the muscles. But little did he know we need it to shrink our liver for surgery and drop like 10lbs. Lol. Sorry for the long 1st post. I wish everyone a safe surgery & happy painless recovery. Feel free to contact me Sent from my SAMSUNG GALAXY S3 using LapBandTalk -
Eating and traveling-I am stressed
Reigo replied to Reigo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My doctor cleared me at 6 weeks for alcohol and spicy food and caffeine (although I must admit I started 1 cup of coffee at 4 weeks) I will only order a glass of wine to see how I handle it and I usually have a driver or take taxis so driving at least isn't an issue. -
Some questions for a nervous nelly...
RareGold3000 replied to nervousnelly's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I've not had any soda since 3 months prior to surgery, thought I'd get rid of it early on, and have not craved it since. I'm sure it won't hurt though in moderation down the road for you after surgery. Just be careful too early on due to the carbonation. My surgeon said to wait 4-6 months for any alcohol, which I waited 4 1/2 months and had a wine cooler and was fine. I drink alcohol very rarely and only have 1 or 2 over the course of hours of whatever it is I am drinking and I am fine. It doesn't upset my stomach. Oh, and I took 4 weeks off of work due to the fact that my job is not sedentary at all, so I'm glad that I did. Just be careful of not lifting too heavy. I was fine at home alone too. I drove after 4 days at home. Karen -
Mel3620, You should be proud its a tough thing that you did. As a good friend of mine pointed out on the subject of addictions, and i paraphrase " you DON'T need Alcohol, tabacco,or illegal drugs to sustain your body, but food is the toughest addiction to break since you MUST eat" Im proud of your victory since i LOVE pizza but alas it is something i can no longer have. its one of my trigger foods. i would rather fit into the next size down the have a slice. Thanks gor the post...YOUR A SUPERSTAR!!! have a great weekend RJ
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Some questions for a nervous nelly...
NewAshes replied to nervousnelly's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
for any alcohol/ soda you can't have it for a while and its just extra calories but you can have it later on. However you will get drunk way quicker than before -
Eating and traveling-I am stressed
PainInTheGlass replied to Reigo's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Be careful with the wine intake until you see how it affects you. With your smaller stomach, you will get drunk MUCH faster than before! (My doc recommends 6 months post-op before having alcohol!) -
Introduction - Planning to be Sleeved
CANTwaitTObeTHIN replied to CANTwaitTObeTHIN's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yesterday was my consult and things went great! I had, proactively, scheduled my PCP surgery clearance, baseline labs, X-ray, EKG, upper Gi, and support group meeting... All to be done before July 16! At the office visit I was scheduled for the Nutritionist and Psychologist. The psych appt isn't until August! No BUENO! Lol, I think I can handle waiting a month. The Dr. Wasn't as bad at this visit as I heard he can be. He was actually pretty nice... We'll see what he's like further down the road. Well today is my Bday and I still get to indulge in alcohol so I'm heading to Margaritaville! Just wanted to write my update before I start drunk-texting! -
Attention ! Australian Sleevers
Aussiegirl replied to Lavea's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I am usually fine mixing as long as it isnt too many different types, and as long I am not drinking wine. Wine makes me ill.....I am not a normal sleever when it comes to alcohol. Not sure why I bring it up as to say we all go into this thinking we are giving everything up. But as time goes on you get a new normal that feels like it was never any different. And on top of it all, bad night with food and stuff, this morning I weighed in at the lowest number I have seen in a while.. -
Our health is more important. And hey, we're cheap dates now that most of us can't handle as much alcohol.
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Alcohol/Social drinking
Eva Linder replied to tampa's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Since the surgery may 21 I have not eaten anything bad, snacks, candy, sweets all of it is gone out the window, but wine....hm... that´s another story. I love to zip a glass of cold white wine in the evening. I have turned to light wine with little alcohol. I only have a small glass a few times a week and I enjoy it so much.
