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Any of y’all ever just get nauseous for no reason what so ever? It’s happened twice recently. Once last week while I was eating chicken (rotisserie) and broccoli. Had that before and never got sick. I was a few bites in and suddenly I got a really watery mouth and felt like I was going to throw up. I got up real quick and ended up not throwing up and the feeling was gone as quick as it came. Then today, watching tv, sudden nausea, watery mouth, this time I dry heaved a few times. Nothing was there to come up bc I hadn’t eaten dinner yet. Just had some goldfish crackers and a buttercup (I know that’s bad). This happened like 45 min after I ate that. The two things from each time that I ate were so diff yet the same symptom out of the blue. Has this ever happened to anyone?
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So for those that don't know I had a sleeve done on the 12th Aug and my stomach twisted from top to bottom (only happens in 0.2% of patients so don't panic if you are pre-op) so I couldn't even get water down, so on the 20th (after an OGD and failed dilation) I had a bypass which may or may not, in fact, be a duodenal switch (will ask when I see my surgeon on Sept 30th). I would quite like to know exactly what my anatomy now is lol Anyway, I went through some pretty horrendous pain got through it all finally and came home ready to move on from it all, but am still uncomfortable, tired, feeling sick, etc. It may well be from lactose intolerance which I finally figured out was a big issue for me this week, but after no lactose at all yesterday and finally a soft tummy this morning, rather than the solid painful one I had constantly the last week, I STILL feel like crap today OH! writing this down has made me wonder if some of my medication has lactose in it, right need to check it huh! It has just been 6 weeks of feeling unwell you know (since the 1st surgery) and whilst I am WAY better than I was; unlike lots of others on here getting back to work and their lives, if I had to go back to work now I actually wouldn't be able to and I am getting frustrated at not feeling 'almost normal' again ugh moany moany moan whinge and whine, sorry for moaning just having a fed up day
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Okay so has anyone else updated to the new IOS and found that this app isn’t working now? I’m on my pad now bc I can’t get on on my phone 😭😭😭
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So do measurements with a tape measure MUCH more accurate especially when you are stalled and feeling fed up. Also the next pic is a true story
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So I worked out finally today it is dairy giving me abdo pain and wind/gas. So unimpressed. I had maybe 100ml of skimmed milk after not having any for 2 days so I could see what would happen and man, hard bloated upper stomach and pain since about half an hour after the milk. I'm annoyed because I am struggling with food options as it is, and I love cheese. I can't catch a break at the moment, so much crappy stuff going on and I just want to be healed, pain-free and getting on with life. Some moron rang social services on us saying we weren't homeschooling our daughter properly too, so we had them here Monday and again tomorrow to talk to our daughter, so I am feeling rather fed up! Any good lactose-free puree recipes, please. No refried beans thank you please
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Intermittent Fasting Daily Menu/Results/Accountability
Sheribear68 replied to FluffyChix's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
Okay so I’ve determined that I’m a fabulous faster, and a terrible breaker-of-fasts. Yesterday (day after 26 hour fast) I STRUGGLED to get in 800 calories. The bad: My sleeve is crap at holding any kind of volume after more than a 18hr fast and extending it to 26 hours made it even worse. 4 ounces of Premier Protein shake filled me up yesterday morning, for goodness sakes. I ate over a 14 hour window (finished the last of the PP at 11:30pm) just to have time to get it all in The good: I’m learning and practicing still for that day when my restriction isn’t as pronounced and I’m learning to not get freaked out by skipping a meal (or two, or three....) On my fast day I had 270 calories and 30-ish gm protein Yesterday I had 70gm Protein and almost 800 calories. If it hadn’t been for the 30gm in the premier protein (took me 3 sessions to get that all drank) I would’ve fallen way short. Weight last Friday am (prior to weekend booze-fest) 162.2 Weight this morning (no poop in 2 days) 162.4 Usually the weeks I work til midnight I don’t get on the scale much bc I’m so puffy, so I was pleased to see only a 0.2 pound bounce. Will get back on the scale in 2 more mornings to see where I am. Gonna follow 16:8 for these next 2 days -
Same same I love them also and will actually be able to wear them now without sweating like crazy bc I’m cold all the time now
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Terrified I Won’t Lose Weight
New Member replied to Little Debbie 77's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
You will lose. You don’t have an option, at least in the beginning. You can’t over eat bc it comes up if you do. You can’t drink while you eat or it comes up. So your body will be very strict with you for awhile. After reading many posts, it’s seems that way later you have possibility of stretching stomach and gaining weight but I think that’s a small percentage. I wish you the best! -
Omg the past 2 pages of this thread have me cracking up! Okay so we need desperately to duplicate exactly the workout regimen of the chick in the photos. I think I look leaner than 162 bc of the Pilates I do, but dayum... that chick is smoking hot and I’d love to shrink many more inches off of my waistline and not have to lose a whole lot more poundage.
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Bariatric Report Card - How do you rate yourself
GreenTealael replied to Brent701's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Daily Water intake = B+ : I get water from many sources and feel confident in my levels Daily Protein intake = B- : I don't focus *heavily* on protein and likely never will Food choice = A+ : I love making substitutes for things that are commonly off the list Flexibility = A++ : I don't need to be perfect, just consistent and sustainable. I value my happiness apart and in addition to my weight. Sometimes i NEED a cheat day (chocolate) Portion Control = B+ : I believe I eat what is a proper amount for *me* not necessarily what is expected. Mindful eating = B+ : I really do try to think about my choices in the moment and the big picture. Exercise = D : I am also at the same level of. exercise/gyming I did at my highest weight - almost none but I love at home mild exercises & walking has increased substantially and my team counts it as exercise 😍 Vitamins = A++ : I have fun (gummy) and business vitamins (pills) to break up the monotony. This makes it easier for me to stick to the regime Self image = B : Dysmorphia is a *****. I still sometimes see myself as heavier than I am, especially if bloated. Luckily cameras, clothing and other people talk me off the ledge. My confidence oddly enough was never a factor at any weight 😳 Mental Health = B+ : I don't think im struggling with anything i havent addressed already/in progress of fixing 😍 Relationships = C : Generally they are fine but my tolerance for BS is way down and i don't let people get away with **** anymore, like no one - not even strangers. *I could use more patience instead of viewing the world from such a critical/cynical eye.* Working on it ! Self care = C : I need to really work on this in during the remainder of this year and slip into 2020 with a better regime. Great post ! Thanks for creating it 💗 -
Wow am I glad I found this thread. ATM, I’m still in weight loss mode, but I’m within 7 pounds of goal weight and within 17 pounds of my stretch goal weight. It’s so hard to explain to people who haven’t gone through this process exactly why I have these 2 weights in my head and how important it is to stay within the goalposts on them. Like @Cheeseburgh, I’m an incredibly slow loser, but it seems like in the last couple of months the weight is falling off faster than it did when I was 3-4 months PO. After looking at my numbers, I realize I’m losing exactly the same, but that the loss is so much more dramatic bc I’m smaller. Seeing the changes in my body over the last 6-8 weeks has really driven home that I need to have a maintenance plan because as UN-freaking-believable as it is, I’m almost at goal. Right now I’m sitting at 5’7” and 162 with a BMI of 25.4%. Now I had a really really bad weekend (as in 3 margaritas, 2 glasses of wine, and 1 old fashioned just on Friday) kind of weekend, so I’m doing some IF to get back on track, but I feel so unprepared and honestly don’t want to lose under my stretch goal of 145.
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So what are you unable to eat now?
Sheribear68 replied to mlmx1138's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
See this is what’s so weird about WLS. So far I haven’t come across a cheese that I can’t tolerate. In fact, cheese is one of my greatest loves now PO because it’s so flexible and yummy and a great protein bomb and it gives me such a feeling of satiety. Soft cheeses are my faves bc they go down easier -
I can’t find the right protein shake!!!
Frustr8 replied to VSG.girl19's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The hospital sponsoring the Bariatric Support Group I attend, not my Surgical one, it has ONLY evening meetings, seems to Recommend Celebrate items. But it (KCH here in Mount Vernon) and mine ( OSU- WEXNER Medical Center in Columbus) seem to be getting into the Shake/Bariatric Shake business, must be a Coming Thing. But a semi- humorous FYI, when I was rehospitalized November- December 2018 they fed me Liquicell, did They Change Their Mind or is it a case of " Do As I Say, not As I Do" Leads a curious PERSON as I Am to wonder just why? -
So what are you unable to eat now?
Sheribear68 replied to mlmx1138's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Well I’m assuming that you’re referring to healthy low-carb, high Protein food because otherwise why would a person even consider WLS if they don’t plan to radically change their diet, right? That being said, I’ve tried a few things in my 7 months that aren’t truly on the “approved” list. Mostly alcohol. Anytime I have alcohol it goes and stays down just fine, but the price I pay is slowed weight loss for a few days so I truly pick and choose those times carefully. Went to a wedding July 4th and had 3 glasses wine, some bbq brisket, smoked chicken , Mac and cheese, cole slaw and a couple bites of a piece of bread, and half a slice of wedding cake. Quite honestly everything except the brisket and smoked chicken (that I ate without the sauce) were the worst things I ate. All the carb-ey stuff tasted kinda weird and gross. The cake was just “okay” and people everywhere were raving about how delicious it was. *shrug* The wine was simply awesome and I’m kind of sad in a way that I haven’t lost my complete and utter love for wine. OTOH, at least I still do have this every now and again indulgence I can turn to. Okay, so let’s talk “healthier” options. One food I used to LOVE was eggs. Any kind cooked any way. I loved me some eggs. Now I can’t really even tolerate part of a boiled egg on salad bc eggs give me horrible cramping. Also mayo. Cannot have even a smidge of mayo or insta-cramps. Some would think maybe my gall bladder is acting up, but so far that’s been ruled out. I used to be (and still am) a complete salad mix freak. Thank goodness I can still put away a cup or more of leafy greens without difficulty. Some people can’t so I’m thankful. In fact, I’d be willing to bet over half my carbs daily (which isn’t much) comes from different salad greens. -
February 2019 weight loss buds
Sheribear68 replied to TheMarine79's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Nothing I would call “bad” I have days where I intentionally stray off program, but I ALWAYS go the extra mile before AND after to make up for it. I now practice IF (intermittent fasting) all of the time. What varies is the length of time I fast daily. Most days I practice 16:8 or 18:6, but when I restrict further (either 20 or 24 hours between meals) it takes me a day or two before I can hold my usual amount of food and I supplement with protein shakes. One thing I consistently practice is what I call bari-Keto, and I’m convinced that’s why (along with the IF) that I have so few problems. It’s like regular Keto, but without many of the fats bc those hurt. I very rarely have >25gm carbs on any given day and any carbs I do have are veggie related so it’s offset by a ton of fiber which helps slow the absorption and thus reduces the chance of getting sick from it. Check over your food logs and I bet you find the days where you’re experiencing “bad” are days when either the carb or fat load is higher than normal. Twice I’ve tried to eat salmon with my signature mayo-dill topping and both times it made me very ill. Once I ditched the mayo and subbed in wasabi mustard, I had no problems at all. Which was fabulous news to me as I use tuna/salmon at least 1-2 times weekly to try to keep on top of healthy fats. -
Failed attempts of Medical weight loss? Independence Blue Cross
BoredCW replied to MIchelle Rosanna's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I don't have that that exact insurance, but part of the BC family. For my surgery proof of past weight loss attempts included the following: Nutritionist Notes Some sort of weight loss program/Calorie counting (I captured all my food intake with LoseIt for 6 months. I was able to make a PDF of the food diary I kept for that time.) I think they also accept weight watchers. Medical documentation of weight at that time and activities of attempts to lose weight. I requested medical records from the doctors offices that showed my weight and what I talked to the Doctor about me losing weight. Also you should ask your surgeon as to what they look for as they deal with the Ins all the time and should know what they require. Hope this helps. Good Luck! -
I should also mention I’m only 15 mos out. I have noticed being hungry more often. I tho k I need to up my water in take but sometimes that’s hard bc of planning around eating and taking small sips
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Tell me your best vitamin tips with gastric bypass
FluffyChix replied to Panda333's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Crazy? *scratches head* Celebrate Multi Capsules serving size is 3 capsules Celebrate Calcium Citrate serving size is 6-7 tablets to give 1200-1500mg cal cit per day Bifera Iron is for 8-18mg per day by my doc and ASMBS dependent on menopause status B Complex 50 is because I'm low in B1 and B6 without it (very common in RNY pts) B12 per my doc and ASMBS is 500mcg every day Vitamin D3 2000iu per my doc cuz I'm low in D and have had BC and thyroid disease Magnesium Citrate 400mg is so I can poop post RNY Vitamin K2 is cuz I want my calcium to go to my bones not my arteries or vessels. You can do what you want with your health. LOL. But I've been around here and other places long enough to witness the carnage that comes from people being blase about their vitamin and mineral routine. Ultimately I am a super-follower of my doc's orders and plans for me that are based on solid lab testing every 6 months. -
I am going to try it bc I'm bored with everything I drink. Would you compare it to Crystal Light? Thanks so much for the heads up!
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Weirdest things you are looking forward to after surgery
Kris77 replied to Krestel's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Omg yes!! I am back in my wedding ring and it actually spins around it’s so loose! Such a great feeling bc I have t been able to wear it in years!! I am 15 mos out -
Slightly outside my comfort zone bc both pants and top are tight. Size 10 pants, medium top. Last day of the 6am hell shifts.
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Medicare coverage for revision
WOLVESFAN1 posted a topic in Revision Weight Loss Surgery Forums (NEW!)
I will be having my gastric sleeve converted to the RNY hopefully, in December. I was told by my provider that they never had to get the authorization up front with Medicare. She said they submitted the letter of medical necessity with the claim when they filed and they never had any problems. I believe that Medicare has guidelines you must follow in order for them to cover my procedure. The problem is I'm not overweight, but I'm being revised due to spontaneous reflux. Everything I eat the majority of it comes back up. I definitely have the medical necessity. In my doctor's notes he states that I am malnourished and not receiving the nutrients I need to sustain life. So, basically if I don't have the procedure I'm not going to live a lot longer. My BC/BS of AL will not cover it because I had the original procedure out of the country and didn't follow insurance guidelines that are typical for WLS. I had other insurance at the time I had the surgery. The surgery was done probably 10 years before I became effective with BC/BS of AL. I've contacted Medicare to see if they would cover and was told yes if medically necessary. Since the self pay is a lot, I want to feel warm and cozy on the idea of the surgery being covered by Medicare. Has anyone had the revision due to complications only and Medicare cover? Thanks! -
Hunger 3 years post op, Regain
MAAANYC3 replied to MAAANYC3's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
So amazing @Rainbow_Warrior! Thank you! So at this point of our post-op journey, as long as we don’t go over 1300 calories we’re safe? I too have been going from 800-1000 this past week. The biggest no no I never truly adhered to was not drinking with my food. I’m learning so much. I don’t take vitamins or other supplements, I see everyone is on them. I honestly don’t know why we have to. I’m forever cold. I have definitely asked my primary doctor why am I ravenous all day, he thinks it’s bc of the GERD, or that I might be anxious. -
Hunger 3 years post op, Regain
MAAANYC3 replied to MAAANYC3's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thank you @FluffyChix 😊 It is the hardest part to reset. I am ravenous all day! I can’t drink water by itself unless it’s icy cold and I add some cranberry juice to it, not for flavor but for color 🤦🏻♀️, I know, I know 🤯 The reason I have gone back on this app is bc my surgeon relocated last year and her partner, I just could not get on with him. I don’t have my post-op instructional binder (long story) I did get the instructions from obesityaction.org, but there’s nothing there for someone who’s 3 years out. So I can’t wait to hear what the veterans have been upto 🤓 -
I had my gastric sleeve done in October ‘16. On the day of my surgery I was 207 lbs and by July ‘17 I was 144. I loved that weight. Initially after surgery I had no hunger. I could barely consume 200 calories a day for the first 4 months. For a long time after that, I struggled to get to 800 calories. My surgeon wanted me to increase my caloric intake bc I wasn’t eating enough. And honestly I really didn’t want to eat solids. Fast forward to Spring ‘18. I was ravenous. Still am. I’m hungry all the time. I’ve had some regain. Currently I’m 160, and I’m 5’1”. Not exactly obese but not as lean as I used to be. Based on my physiological composition 135 is ideal. This took a long time for me to accept as according to the BMI chart for someone my height, my weight should be between 97- 132 lbs. 133 lbs was my goal, but I would be happy to be back at 144lbs. Any advice? What can I do to stop the hunger pangs? I’ve begun keto, but have found the dairy keeps me looking and feeling bloated. Atkins? And can we eat as much as we want until we feel full? Or do we still have to adhere to small servings like during post-op stage 4? Also, I feel so guilty I can now eat a lot more than during my first year post-op, I feel like I don’t have the restriction, and I’m scared to come to terms with this. I definitely don’t serve myself the way I did pre-op, but I’m guessing that’s just bc I’m in fear of gaining more weight. Could I have stretched out my sleeve? Any feedback from this amazing community would be so useful! Thanks everybody :)
