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Ever since I got my surgery date! Once a week when i weigh my self i take a picture of myself, i am only 5 weeks out and have lost 30# but it is amazing to see myself change each step of the way
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Dreading The Dmv
massindex replied to Tink22-sleeve's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Go ahead and get it and look at it this way. I have to go in to the DMV because I've been stopped the last four times by TSA at the airport because my picture (taken when I was at my heaviest) doesn't look like me now. I was also detained at customs for one hour because my passport ID picture doesn't look me a few weeks ago when I came back from Europe. It's money I'd gladly spend. You'll need to do this also in the future! -
Wow, I weighed myself today. In less than 2 weeks I've lost almost 20 pounds. It never came off me this easily before. Guess when it's your money being used it is important to get the biggest bang for my buck. I actually LOVE the Meditrim shakes. I got chocolate and it is awesome. I read someones blog that indicated they were putting extracts in theirs. Maybe when I'm on the other side. But for now, not so much. I really like them. I'm not sure why, but I've gotten a bit more hungry today. I am thinking it's because of the weekend. Or, nerves. My surgery is Wednesday and that is coming quite quickly. Don't get me wrong, I can't wait. I dont need to be anything more than healthy. I don't need or want to wear a bikini. I don't need or want to wear a strapless/backless/mini anything. I just need the knowledge that I've done everything possible to be healthy. I'll keep you posted. Sheri
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Have to Share for Those Frustrated with Stall
joatsaint replied to Susanjoyce392's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
That is the best advice! I know it can be frustrating when I'm the one caught in a stall. And all those little voices of doubt are asking me if I'm eating the wrong things, eating too much, not drinking enough.????? It took many stalls before I was comfortable in the belief that if I just stuck with the plan that was working, it would start working again. -
Have to Share for Those Frustrated with Stall
Lauriep replied to Susanjoyce392's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
This is all fantastic info to hear!! When I asked my NUT if I should be counting anything other than Protein and Water, she said no. My surgical plan and team was and is so awesome I didn't question her. I assume at one of the post op support meetings she'll go into further detail as I progress. @@Rogofulm So as far as counting carbs, no I haven't which means no ketosis (so funny how many of us must have tried Atkins at one point that we all know what that is!!). I have had a little bread over the holidays and a little Pasta and a little rice (once I was cleared for sushi I ran to the restaurant!) But not really excessive I don't think. But certainly enough to pull me out of ketosis if I ever went into it! BUT a girl has to have her chocolate now and again. I did on occasion indulge in that, small levels but none the less. If I did it I watched any sugar and fat intake for the rest of that day, and thought I was handling that well, but maybe not. I think you may have hit the nail on the head with water... No I haven't been getting the right amount of liquids and yes on this high proten diet, I am really worried about damage to my kidneys. I am really struggling with this one. I used to just chug a bottle in the morning drink all day, chug more at night drink into the evening but with a 4oz stomach that is no longer possible. I just recently found an app online that is supposed to remind you to drink! I haven't tried it yet Makes me wonder if I can increase it if I'll notice any immediately? i too @ready2B have been snacking on Peanut Butter and crackers, chose LF (low literally everything) crackers that taste horrible with a little PB and thought that was ok. Maybe not. @@Susanjoyce392 and @@AngryViking Even though I've not lost a pound in 7 weeks, people I see regularly are commenting on how different I look, so maybe inches are still coming off? Good to hear others are in a stall. I was worried that this isn't what it is. That it's just a total weight loss and not a stall at all! -
Have to Share for Those Frustrated with Stall
Susanjoyce392 posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
So excited today! Had surgery on 10/23 at 240. I was 207 at Thanksgiving and stayed there until Christmas. I was so frustrated and couldn't believe I had my stomach removed and STILL wasn't losing. In the meantime, I dropped about 1.5 sizes during that month and as I read about what it really means to lose and regain Water weight, I felt a bit better. And now for the amazing part-- after the month long stall, I am now at 195 today! I am down 12 lbs in less than 2 weeks following that long stall! So hang in there and follow your program and you will break through it!- 14 replies
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I had my first BM today after surgery which was on Monday, 09/16. I am on an all liquid diet for 7-14 days, so I have diarrhea (TMI, I know). However, I just want to know if this is normal. I thought I wouldn't have a BM for 5-7 days, so I am just a bit early. I feel like I have been doing everything correctly. Vitamins, liquids, walking, passing gas, but no Protein for these first two weeks. My doctor just wants me to stay hydrated and to heal. Thank you for any advise from those that have been through this stage.
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feeling the restriction
kmorri replied to lisataketwo's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I'm 10 weeks post op tomorrow and I wouldn't have been able to eat all that......2.5oz of turkey and maybe a bite of Brussel sprouts.... My guess would be you ate a little too much....about a 1/2 cup total is all I can manage. -
I'm a nurse and work 12+ hr shifts on my feet all day. I had 3 weeks off and it was enough. The hardest part was remembering to keep sipping all day long and trying to make the time as well to drink enough.
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Looking for a surgery buddy- 5/22
mimi9779 replied to Diva2Be's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi there! I'm scheduled for May 21st, but still waiting on insurance approval as well. This is day two of my two week liquid pre-op diet and it's been a challenge. I just keep reminding myself that it's all worth it and that I will be ok. I think the waiting game with the insurance has been the most stress for me so far! Sending good thoughts your way for a speedy approval! -
Vitamins On Pre Op
babyblues4all2c replied to shanbutler's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I take a multi, B-1 (3x week), B-12, Calcium w/ vit D -
i have been stuck at the same weight for coming up on 4 weeks. i really dont know what to do....i just had the surgery done may 9th and i thought for sure i would be dropping alot at first. what should i do.....i am gettting so down and depressed about it...i know people stall but for this long???? i would just like to know if anyone else went through this and started losing.
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My gastric sleeve has been a total failure!
LipstickLady replied to Gastricsleevefailure's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Are you tracking and logging your food? How many calories, carbs and fat grams are you taking in daily? That might help you determine why you are not losing. Also, how much Water are you taking in? Are you exercising at all? Your experiences are VERY much like mine at your stage in the game. I had a slight stricture and had to take an anti nausea pill as well as a pill that made my stomach seize and cramp every time I ate for about 3-4 months. I stayed on the full liquids stage for 2 weeks, and then pureed for about 3 more. I moved very slowly with food progression and was not able to tolerate more than a tablespoon at a time. I was almost a full year out before I could eat more than 600-800 calories a day or meet my Protein and Fluid goals. I would encourage you to STOP eating popcorn, chips and definitely candy. You are wasting a lot of valuable real estate when you put junk in your teeny tummy. Concentrate on Protein shakes and in one really soft protein at a time until you catch your rhythm. I loved chicken salad with extra mayo, crab cakes made with no bread, finely diced shrimp salad, guacamole and hummus on a spoon, refried Beans, soft scrambled eggs... Good luck to you. Wait. Is that a typo? You had surgery in 2014?? -
Will I be able to eat "Normal" again?
Fanny Adams replied to dianegoe's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
*BIG HUGS* Now relax, hon! What you are feeling is absolutely normal. You WILL be able to eat normal food again, you just have to get through the healing process first. I don't know what your post-op diet is, but they all follow the same pattern (although the time frames differ wildly from doctor to doctor) and soon you will be able to take thicker liquids, nourishing Soups, then mushies and back to solid foods. As this happens, you will feel better and better. WARNING: Don't be surprised if, in a couple of days time as you transition into thick fluids and mushies, you stop losing and even regain a pound or two over the next few weeks. This happens to most of us and it can be very discouraging but again, it is NORMAL and seems to happen regardless of how much you are eating. That plateau should end as you start to get back onto solid food and it will start to go down again. You may even feel very hungry until you get your first fill, but you should find that you are satisfied on much less than previously and it will get easier and easier as you get closer to the "sweet spot" with your fills. Good luck on your journey! -
Didn't Like The Bariactric Advantage, Ideas?
Vidalia replied to faith413's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
I was required to buy a week's supply of Bariatric Advantage shakes for post-op from my doctor's office. They are horrible! I made myself drink them the first 4 days. Now it makes me want to gag when I look at the packs. I ordered Unjury Chocolate Splendor and Vanilla and they are very tolerable. Another one I have that I like even better is GNC's Whey Protein Chocolate Caramel. It sort of has little bursts of caramel flavor in it. It was on sale last week. GNC's regular chocolate is good too. -
To All the Housewives and Homemakers
Babbs replied to CanyonBaby's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
@@CanyonBaby No worries, really. Pay no attention to the people who minimize what you do day in and day out. It's honorable, and I find most people who have a problem with stay at home mom's are just jealous they can't do it themselves For the record, I am not a constant tracker, either. I only track during a stall to hone in on what I can do differently. When I'm losing, I don't feel the need. Oh, and I am a Realtor....so I work from home, too -
Working Out Again..when?
anaxila replied to Focused1103's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was at the gym 5 days the week after surgery. It was very light cardio, but it was a full 60 minutes and felt great. Good luck! -
I was supposed to have the sleeve done on Sept. 9, was on the very low calorie pre surgery diet, mostly shakes, bars and a few approved veggies. Was on it for 11 days, then death in family, cancelled. I have over the last few weeks developed a mild pain, turning into a sharp pain occasionally (once ever other day maybe), started the diet again last Wednesday, by Saturday I'm having sharp pain very frequent and more intense. Got into see GP on tuesday, had an ultrasound yesterday (the pain is under my ribs towards the side on my left side (up high)). Dr. said maybe spleen, maybe constipation (up so high??) Those power bars are dense and i'm having three a day. Well this morning at 5am i woke in bad pain, took a tramadol and did manage to fall back asleep. Called my gastric Dr.s office and am waiting for a reply. I guess my question is has anyone experienced this? I searched "Protein overdose' "power bar side effects" and the symptom is diareah(sp). I'm so scared i'm going to have to cancel again and I just don't want to go there, it was hard enough doing the pre surgery prep diet the second time around. Really frustrated.
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Today I HAVE to go to the DMV and I am dreading it. It's the whole driver's license photo thing. I am at my heaviest right now and I don't want my picture taken today. In fact, I dont want any pictures taken of me, period. I want to wait until 1 year after surgery. Help! How do I work up the gumption to go do this? I have put this off for over a week and now my license has lapsed. This is getting serious!
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I'm wondering if your doctors recommended that you take supplements, and if so, what they recommended. The nutritionist at my doctor's office didn't. I was diligent about taking Iron, a B supplement, and a multi-vitamin early on. I've not been as diligent lately. I started bruising really easily. The purple/green kind, where I can't even remember what I hit, then get a bruise. Over the last two weeks, I went back on them, but then today, I noticed another on my wrist. Have any of you experienced that you bruise more easily? Not sure if I should be worried or not.
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It only took a week to here back from my insurance for approval! I'm so excited for February 23, 2015! It will be a start of a new beginning for me.
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I'm 5 days post-op and feel hungry almost all the time, and I don't mean head hunger, I mean physically - my stomach growls, I feel weak, etc. I'm trying to get all my protein in, drinking milk, chicken broth, tomato soup, etc. I have to be on liquids for 2 weeks. Is this going to get better once I start solids??? I was ready for "head" hunger, but I didn't think I would be REAL hungry! I keep reading other people who aren't hungry at all and thinking what is wrong?
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Life with the Band -- What's it Like?
alicia replied to Alexandra's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hey, Alexandra. After having my second fill only 3 days ago, I am now finally experiencing what good restriction is. And you have some good tips to think about/follow. IAMOMX6, I am right with you on the shrimp dinner experience....can't eat it all! But as far as physically - what is life with the band like? Fine, no problems... it's the emotional/mental part that's got me. For example: A week ago, I would have told you I was a failure; I've only lost 19 pounds since July 24 and that's with one fill in October. I beat my self up miserably. I finally talked it over with a friend who actually got me out of the depression. Then I got my second fill 3 days ago. Right now I am a little upset with the fact that I can't eat as much as I used to. For some reason this really bothers me, I guess because I am finally accepting/realizing that I am mentally/emotionally dependent on food more than I should be. I mean, for 30 years I used food as a drug, so it's a little hard to break. I do feel good about the fact that weight loss is the end result so it lifts my spirits. I must have hope that I will get to 200 pounds one day. Maybe not in 6 months, maybe not in a year, but one day I will. Don't know if that's what you were looking for, Alexandra, but that is how I feel. Thanks for caring! -
Vitamin making me sick
educationrulz replied to JanePatrick's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I started off with the chewables like everyone else after surgery. But, I didn't like taking them and started being inconsistent with the Vitamins. ( I didn't really want to do the gummies.) So, as soon as I was cleared to swallow large pills and felt comfortable doing so, I got some regular Multivitamins. The first time I took one, it made me so nauseous that I freaked out a little. I thought I had done something to my stomach. But, it passed after about 30 mninutes and I knew I was ok. Same thing the second time I swallowed one. After that I went back to those nasty chewables. Two weeks later, I had had enough. I decided to try the regular ones again. Low and behold, I was only nauseous for a couple of minutes. The next day, I didn't feel a twinge. I am now happily swallowing all of my supplements and being very compliant with them since I don't have to chew and taste them. So, give it another go in a couple of weeks and you'll probably notice a major difference in your reaction to swallowing the Vitamin. BTW, I'm currently taking a multi, B12 (swallow this one too), and Biotin with lunch, sometimes with Breakfast. In the afternoon or evening I take a Caltrate "petitie" and another biotin. I'm trying to add a fish oil pill into the mix. Took one today, and so far so good. :w00t: -
Am 3 1/2 weeks post op and have only lost 16 lbs so far. None in the last week. Getting worried.
