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A tiny bit disappointed that I turn 21 tomorrow and still won't know what alcohol tastes like (I was sleeved less than 3 weeks ago), but getting my health and life on track are totally worth it <3
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I guess us older folks are wondering why? Lol. When you get older, you'll wander why did you bother too? (or get bored with it). It just got me in a lot of trouble. If I had to do my 20's all over, I'd skip it. Enjoy life sober. You'll be glad you did. One less thing to get addicted to as well (if you tend to have addictions).
Happy birthday!!! 🎈🎊🎁🎂🎉
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Btw, I'm not speaking for all of us older ones either.
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One thing I do as well is drink green tea... it really is a must. It is proven in weight loss and is necessary to stay hydrated. I drink at least 3-4 cups a day ...as well other fluids. Drink, drink, drink... and I don't mean alcohol. LOL
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Heading into week 3
Head Hunger and stalling
Because I was more of a foodie than an emotional eater, I was hoping that the head hunger would be minimum. But boy did it hit me like a ton of bricks this weekend. I felt depressed and my first (and hopefully only) sense of regret. I knew that having my surgery right before the Christmas holiday would be rough, but man this is really rough. I didn't even realize how much my life with my friends and family revolved around food. Every event I attended, everyone's home I visited, every gathering centred around food, and I hated that I could not partake. And don't get me started on TV and advertisements everywhere you turn, It was like I was living in HELL. My best girlfriends and I have an annual ladies sleepover in which we exchange gifts and catch up on what's going on in each other's lives, and it centred around food and alcohol, which I can not partake. so as they had their Nacho's and various other finger foods, I was there snacking at my yoghurt, or sipping on my protein shake. I really felt like the odd man out. And the worst part is I know I only want these things because I can't have them!
I also know that around week 3 most people stall. I am 2 weeks and 4 days out and yes I hit the dreaded stall. I haven't lost any weight in 3 days and actually gained a few oz's over 2 days. which I know is temporary, but still gives a small blow to the ego. I am however losing inches, I can definitely tell by the way my clothes are beginning to fall off of me. a pair of pants I purchased 3 days before Christmas, was very loose in the waist when I attempted to wear them again yesterday. I know I am not the only person going through this, but it's nice to be able to just let it out.
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Hang in there. Next time you head through the holidays, you'll be able to partake, but hopefully in a very careful, sane way. The days of our food insanity are behind us! We are learning a new, sane way to live, laugh and love!
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Question? When did you start drinking alcohol? I literally have a few drinks a year and we are going camping and wondering if it would be OK to have a few drinks..
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On about month 3 of 6 month Medicaid approval and hope this is a straightfoward process (for approval). Trying to drink a lot more fluids, a lot less alcohol, and pay attention to relationship with food (especially "head hunger")
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No Caffeine, No Carbonated Drinks, No Alcohol, NO NO NO..
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LOL the name goes WAY back.. I use to do Road security for a few bands in the 80's I would ALWAYS wear Black, So i wasnt distracting from the side of the stage.. If anyone jumped on stage, or any other problem, i would swoop out of the wings and take care of the problem, And Off duty.. I went from 100% buisness to my alter ego.. the lunatic ( I was worse with Alcohol.. ) SO.. RavenLunatic Kinda stuck..
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Went to a party this weekend and didn't even crave alcohol! They had alotta good food, but i had me some fruit instead!
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I was at a wedding yesterday and felt very comfortable eating and enjoying myself. I even enjoyed some of the appetizers that were passed around along with Cheese & crackers. It was at a vineyard so it was hard passing up the wine. Doctor wants his patients to stay away from all alcohol for 1 year after surgery.
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So my bf of 20 months was basically cheating on me, so I broke up with him. I can't use food or alcohol to comfort myself
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Hi Dansha, I am good. I did give myself injections for 10 days post op. It is a very fine gauge needle and you inject in your stomach, you honestly don't even feel it, I am serious. I did my injections myself, I was diabetic during both of my pregnancies so I had to inject insulin for a few months. When you wipe your belly with the alcohol pad just make sure you let the alcohol dry before you inject and you will not feel it. Glad things are going well!
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Sad about Amy Winehouse - reminds me of Janis Joplin -- an extremely talented singer whose battle with drugs and alcohol overtook her way too soon.
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What I Learned At My Support Group Meeting
Sleevedreamz replied to Fun size's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm going to attempt to become addicted to exercise and shopping. That sounds much better to me than alcohol. But, all playing aside, this is unfortunately a big problem with any addiction. -
I had my psychological eval this morning and was curious if mine was typical. I have not had my consultation with the doctor as they had to re-schedule my appt this week due to an emergency however they said to keep my psych appt. Apparently the surgery group I was referred to are doing so much business they had to seek other psychologists to help keep the process flowing. The psychologist I met with had just met with the surgeons yesterday to gain a better understanding of the process. She asked about my weight history and I told her that I put on about 30lbs in the 3 yrs after college (this was 30yrs ago) so went on a diet where I basically ate vegetables and diet coke and lost 42lbs(145 to 103) in 3mo. time but stabilized at about 118lbs after I went off the diet. At no time did I starve myself, I can live on homemade vegetable Soup. She told me I was anorexic. Over the years I have battled with my weight and now am significantly overweight (BMI of 49). She asked if I was on any prescription drugs and I shared that information with her. One script is for panic attacks which I've been treated for since about 1990 under my doctor's care. I told her I've gone off them before successfully but if the feelings come back I've been told to take the pills again. She feels I'm addicted, that I'm not having panic attacks but side effects from not taking the medication. We talked about my marriage (I'm divorced) and if I ever had counseling which I have at various times as my ex was an alcoholic and the divorce affected the entire family. She said she thought I was very realistic about the surgery and my reasons for wanting it, I had done a lot of research but she would write in her report that she feels I should wait at least six months due to the drug issue, that I should attend Al-Anon, and I should reduce stressors in my life. She added that perhaps the doctor would choose to perform the surgery but she wanted to be honest with me. I'm curious what your psych eval's were like. A couple of my friends were surprised that she didn't ask me about my sex life.
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So So Hungry...this Is Embarassing
gramaof4 replied to hope2Bfitand40's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I find that when I am not busy doing something I am thinking about food...what the kids and hubby had for dinner and what i'm gonna be able to eat in 2 weeks....well if I am busy I don't think about it and I don't dream about it. Husband asked me last night..."Wife, did ya buy me any candy bars?" I said "nope" those will be something you will need to buy from here on out!...It's like an addict, who tries to run around with others who are doing the drugs or alcohol in front of them. It's hard for the recovering addict not to partake. I really wish people who don't have a weight problem would understand that. -
Alcohol (drinks) consumption after sleeve.
jennlee1014 replied to carolinda2815's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was told no alcohol for one year post sleeve. Just with post op diet progression, every doctor has his or her own thoughts. I was also told to be careful because you don't know how you a hard and fast a drink will hit you post sleeve. -
Alchol/Carbonation
RestlessMonkey replied to bperkins11's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was banded in August and have little to no restriction and STILL can't drink carbonated beverages. They hurt. Not worth it. I have nothing against alcohol but can tell you if you can't go without beer don't get the band. If you can't do without your regular or diet soda don't get the band. Odds are HIGH that you won't be one of the few who "can" drink carbonated stuff. AND it can stretch your pouch etc. I know it's harsh. Personally I only drank maybe 6 beers a year and I honestly had to think long and hard about giving them up. I will probably always miss them a little but it's not worth it. When I thought "hmm, would I give up beer to never be fat again" it was a no-brainer. -
Well I am a red blooded woman who likes all of those things AND my husband had the sleeve done 3 weeks after I did last August. Collectively we have lost roughly 235lbs. We eat red meat now in moderation (probably one or twice a week). We eat a lot of chicken and sometimes pork. As for beer....we don't' drink anything carbonated. My husband was what I like to call a "beer snob or enthusiast" and he is worried it is a slippery slope. He has lost 135lbs in 7 months and he is afraid if he starts drinking beer again it will just stall his weight loss. Its just not worth it. It is empty calories and hard to control. I think as we get further out he may feel confident to have the "OCCASIONAL" beer but I think it won't be anytime before he hits his 1 year mark. He has tried other alcohol with low calories but all in all we don't drink much anymore. As you drop weight and see yourself drink you will find that beer isn't worth it when your scale doesn't move the next day. I would say don't plan on drinking beer for a long while. Keep your steaks lean and eat them in moderation after your surgeon clears it. You will find that your life gets filled up with new things to replace eating and drinking. Like walking, jogging, Frisbee golf, volleyball, going to the Sky Zone place for kids and jumping on trampolines and into foam pits. Eye on the prize....! OH and I forgot to mention the other big thing: SEX. It is way better. Worlds better. It is worth it. Stick with the plan.
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I agree that people should get a pass for making a mistake or three or ten. However the post operative diet is a prescription not a suggestion. If you had a friend who doubled up on their blood pressure medications or washing down a medication that has "DO NOT USE ALCOHOL WHILE TAKES NG THIS MEDICATION " written boldly that n the bottle what kind of friend would you be if you ignored it? Beautiful Diamond, one of the reasons that WLS has such a high "failure" rate is due to the behavior you described. Your friend needs counseling/treatment for her food issues. Instead of calling her out on her behavior can you meet up and talk while she isn't actively sabotaging herself. Tell her you are worried and talk to her about your concerns. And GOOD LUCK to you. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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I am certainly no expert on this (not even an MD!) but what I have learned over the years in this is that obesity is one major factor in liver disease, much of which is reversible if the obesity is reversed, so you are on the right road here. It is not surprising that he found some liver damage - it's fairly common in our obese population (and is why many surgeons impose those "liver shrinking" pre-op diets. My surgeon started out doing liver transplants, and moved into adding bariatrics as a means of treating the disease before it gets to his transplant table. Again, you are on the right path to helping yourself. Now, rapid weight loss imposes an additional stress on the liver as it is a key component in metabolizing all that fat that we are losing, so it would not be unusual for liver numbers to be wonky during this phase. This also means that we should avoid adding any more stress to the liver during this time, so that means avoiding alcohol while you are losing weight (preferably longer than that or even forever, but at least during the loss phase.) This is not a temperance or morality play, but just our physiology (we frequently get new posters in these forums, a couple of weeks out from surgery asking when they can start drinking again...) Talk to your surgeon about this when you see him again, but I suspect that you will get much the same story from him. If he is real concerned, he may send you to a hepatologist (liver doc) but most likely it will be something that is just monitored for a while and correct itself as your weight comes off and stabilizes.
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Ear Infection; Serious Question
Klovermom replied to MissNilsa's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
An ear infection and the antibiotics needed to treat it should not hurt the lap band surgery plan. Get them started now so that will be one less discomfort when you have the surgery. I have suffered ear infections all of my life and make my own remedy: I dilute rubbing alcohol 50/50 with sterile saline, add a teaspoon of vinegar to each 1/2 cup of this solution, and put a few drops in my ears after shower or swimming. It really cuts down on the frequency of thos blasted painful ear infections. Best see your doc tomorrow or asap. -
Hey folks I was banded in april this year 2008 and have joined this group in the hope of getting some motivation to help me loose the weight I thought I would have lost by now!!! Had such high hopes after surgery but have only lost 10kgs and most of that was in the 4 weeks post op. On the good side at least I am not gaining. I do however know what I am doing wrong....alcohol is a down fall plus the mindset that ok I have a band but I can still eat what I want...and believe me with 8ml fill I can still eat bread, meat you name it and still eat a fairly decent size portion. So ladies (and gents) my 2009 IS going to be the year I loose this weight and the diabetes. Exercise bike is out of the garage and in my bedroom winking at me to use it and use it I will (oh help) My aim is to be below 120kg by end of Jan 2009 (3kgs) amd hopefully down to 115kg by my birthday in March.....this will be the lightest I have been in 11 years!!!! So my new friends and hopefully weightloss cheerleaders I need your help....any tips handy hints or bottom kicking you can hand out would be wonderful. I am so lucky that my insurance company paid the full cost of my surgery and I am wasteing this golden opportunity. Wish me luck Kayla
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I need a Meal Replacement bar to keep in my purse for emergences, and upcoming long school days. I don't really do sugar alcohols or added sugar. Today I paid $1.30 for one Atkins Advantage bar. I got the chocolate Peanut Butter bar. I just did not want to spring for the 5 bar box costing $7.50 with out knowing if I liked them or not. I tried it today and it was pretty darned good! I'd like to buy a box, but who has the best price? My local grocery had 5 bar boxes for $7.50. Do any other chains such as Target or Walmart (I don't go to Sams Club) have these for a better price?
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Pre-op dieat and the weekend?
JourneyGirl replied to mdcutie01's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
As far as getting your fluids in if you are running around. Carry bottled Water, or whatever you are drinking. Just drink it as you are out. And if you have to mix your Protein drink (meaning you are using powder) then have it pre-measured in a snack size zip lock baggie and keep it in your purse. You can mix it up when needed. No biggie. While going out on the weekends . . . I am not sure what your doctors say but mine says DO NOT drink ANY alcohol on LRD. In the grand scheme of things it is a very short time, only a few weeks. You can still go out, just have a tonic, or selzer , plain water, or bring your own drink. Your life does not have to stop but things are going to have to change. And even after the pre-op and post-op diet things are going to have to change. That is why we are doing this. I suppose it comes down to how important is it to you? -
I know they say no alcohol but I do have glass of red wine every once in a while.
