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Hi again. My typical day consists of a 35g Protein shake for Breakfast. For lunch, usually 1/2 to 1 cup of tuna with light mayo or egg salad with light mayo. Maybe a wedge of laughing cow cheese. For dinner, I usually like a salad with a protein it in (either chicken or turkey breast sliced very thin or a few shrimp). I was really losing a lot when I was in a vomiting/PB mode but I knew that wasn't a good thing for me. So, when he removed some, I thought it might be just right but I don't feel any restriction or satiety right now. I really have to be careful that I don't overeat. So, obviously I need some more added to the band but I just wondered if such a small amount could make a big difference. I don't go back for my follow up until 2 weeks from today so I'm trying to stick to my meal plan even though I feel as though I'd have no trouble eating more.
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Not sure now far post op you are but I was banded 6 months ago next week. I have had four fills and my last two were 0.25 each as I creep toward green. Some days I feel like I have little restriction. Some days lots. Mornings are tighter than evenings. If my food choices are lousy for a few days (carbs, sliders, fried foods) my restriction doesn't work as well afterwards. If my food is clean (solid Protein, no snacking, low carbs) for a day then my restriction seems to magically come back. I do not understand this at all but I am learning to listen to and obey my band better. I've only lost half the weight I want to lose, and I'll be darned if I'm going to wuss out now. My advice is to sit with this level for a month while keeping your food clean. See if that makes a difference. I fear going too tight and creating stuck and PB problems. I want this band to work for the long haul without erosion or other troubles I might have prevented with good habits. Good luck and let us know how it goes.
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Controling Your SWEET TOOTH
Shannalee replied to coolnessa22's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am almost into my 6 week pre-op diet which is mostly protein drinks. What I have heard that helps with the sweet tooth is SF pop-cycles or SF jello. It's the one thing that you'll get to eat after the surgery so it might help before. What helps me is I use a little more Mio in my water. It makes it sweet and helps me with my craving. I have quit everything like you but the soda is the one thing that is difficult for me. Considering where I was 4 months ago I have quit a lot of things that are bad for me. Can't wait to hear how your pre-op appointment goes -
Happy Two Month Surgerversary to Me!
Blue Sky replied to oatmealgirl's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thanks for this post! It is very encouraging to me. I remember reading this last week and cut the soups. I believe it made a difference. Yes, I will hang in there and congrats on your success! -
Pre Op need support
Finding_Stacy replied to shan0520's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I can only imagine. I've been doing my low carb for two weeks. My surgery isn't for another 41 days but my doctor doesn't require any type of liquid diet, before or after. But from what I read, it's still hard to go through once we're sleeved. We only need a few bites to nourish our bodies, but five times that to nourish our souls. I guess that's why it's called soul food . Time to find something else that doesn't revolve around food, becoming a raging alcoholic, or turning to street drugs to fill that void . -
Pre Op Diet...Food everywhere!
Michelle Cicerello replied to sarsar's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
lol yeah, thats how it seems to go - when I was on my 2 week pre op diet, people at work kept asking me if I wanted Cookies or to go out to lunch with them, I had to kindly decline - you will make it through, it can be rough sometimes, but it is doable Keep up the good work!! -
Yup, that desribes me pretty well. I was sleeved one week ago and it's gotten a lot better. I have trouble tolerating plain water and cold drinks so I've used a lot of crystal light and Mio and G2 Gatorade. It's kind of a learning curve to figuring out your new stomach, try small sips and if it hurts, breath through it and try something else! Today I was able to drink plain water without pain, it does get better!!
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I didn't take any of my pain meds. My doc requires a multivitimin until I was on mushies. (2 weeks) and 20 mg Pepcid twice a day for 2 months so I don't form an Ulcer. Thats it for me. :wink:
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My sleeve date approaches quickly!! I've been on hear reading and noting things to do, not to do, things to eat. I'm most nervous about understanding my new routine, but I know it will all come together. Can't thank everyone on her enough for sharing your stories. They've helped me so much!!!
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My surgeon wouldn't let me pick up anything weighing more than 10 pounds for the first three weeks, and then he said to "work my way up" after that, but no restrictions. I'm guessing you will have similar restrictions, depending on your surgeon. Just let him know mommy has "boo-boos" (or whatever you use to explain a hurt spot) and he needs to be gentle. He should be able to snuggle up next to you fairly quickly, but wiggling around might cause discomfort.
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A big trip after banding.....
giveyouthemoon replied to piercedqt78's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Mine is three inches directly above my belly button. I think different doctors put it in different places. -
Hey everyone, I am 4 days into my two week Optifast diet an have been told twice today that I have bad breath even though I just brushed my teeth. I know ketosis can cause this , but my question is when does it stop ? The idea is to be in ketosis for most of the weight loss phase, right ? So does that mean as long as I am eating low carb I will have an offensive odor coming from my mouth? I have tried mouth wash, gum, brushing teeth and mints . They briefly and barely help. Any tips or hope on when this will stop would be so greatly appreciated! I know it's a small price to pay to be healthy , but yuck !
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I just got off the phone with my surgeons office for this. She said 15ml of milk of magnesia three times a day, citrucel, and to eat watermelon. I have been taking the mom but not three times a day. She said to call back tomorrow if I'm still not moving.
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Here's a New thing...sinus issue and pukey?
delawaregal replied to possumtrot's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have allergies and get sinus infections. I had an upper respiratory infection right after surgery. The post nasal drip made me vomit a couple of times. I take a steroidal nasal spray. It took a few weeks to work but keeps tings pretty well under control -
Dulcolax or Actimax liquids are good, combined with an enema (attack things from both ends) product such as Fleet or Microlax. Movicol is good too. Lower back pain could be a sign of impaction, so important to get things moving. No laxatives though! Apparently peristalsis they cause is to be avoided for the first 6 weeks. Good luck.
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I am a 35 year old mom of 6 that went to Juarez 3 weeks ago to get the sleeve surgery done. I went to Star medica with Dr. Rodriguez. It has been a roll a coaster ride for me. I love the fact that I have taken control but I am still learning quit a bit. If you have any feed back it would be nice to hear from other that are going through the same thing. I can truely say I am Happy.:001_rolleyes:
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What is/was your post op diet?
nearperfectmess replied to Lisa1996's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
We bought the second book! The first one was just recommended during my last bariatric surgery support group. I need to get it. I find I'm eating way too many of the same things and need to change it up a bit. Right now I'm probably eating about 600 calories. My nutritionist said as long as long as I'm getting enough Protein and fluids in, I'm okay, but I am worried, at 8 weeks out, I should be having a little more. My book from Mayo Clinic indications around 800 this stage, working my way up to 1000-1200 by the time I hit 3-4 months. I think as I add more solid foods (I got the okay to add very small amounts of starches, if I can get them down, during this stage), that will increase. I tried a Triscuit last night and it went down okay. Woo! -
HELP...1 Week post op and hungry!
On The Road posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
So I am exactly one week post op and now can start the mushies stage. I have already been eating yogurt since day one. So here is the issue...I just ate two gerber stage 2 baby foods which is 7 ounce and I am still hungry. I have waited 20 minutes and I still want something else to eat? Did my band fall off? -
My surgeon asked me what I wanted and I told him I really wanted his advice and he said he would say the sleeve. So I'm post op 7 weeks and very happy.
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I will be two weeks post-op this Tuesday. For a few days now, I have had a really bad pain in my lower back. My prescription Tylenol works to knock it out but I feel like I'm only taking it for back pain and pain from my stomach. I do have a little pain directly in front of that on the front side but it feels more like my esophagus instead of my stomach. I'm waiting on my surgeon to call me back. Has anyone experienced this?
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I had gastritis, which can lead to an ulcer I had zero symptoms until I was unfilled then had symptoms. It was diganosed with an endoscopy. I had another surgery that is how it was detected. I was on nexium and prilosec for 2 motnhs and antibitotic for 3 weeks, I was checked on June 20th it was all clear so now I have a fill again. Call your Dr. explain it to him, he can do an endoscopy to see for sure what it is, or he may prescribe Nexium or Prevacid or some kind of acid blocker. He needs to be aware of this.
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Problem with eating-HELP!
learned2bskinny replied to learned2bskinny's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Mac, I think you are right. This past week I really concentrated on slowing down my eating. I had many fewer problems, although I did have a few. Thanks for your advice. I will continue to eat SLOWLY! -
My BMI is now just considered obese! Have lost 39% of my excess body weight in 9 weeks!! Hell yeah! This is the best thing I have ever done for myself! Lovin my sleeve
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I had bouts of nausea for a few weeks post surgery until I figured out the culprit was cold Water. I had previously loved ice cold water but now new tummy likes room temp, warm or hot fluids only; even today a little over 4 months out and cold stuff makes me feel slightly nauseous. Might not be the same for you but thought I'd mention it as this blog is what helped me figure out that was what was causing me to feel sick.
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I am 2 months out from surgery and had my first fill a month ago. i don't feel alot of restriction but my calories are at 1,000 to 1,300, i work out 5 days a week, i can eat almost anything as long as it is slowly. I am losing weight slowly. but do i want my cals too much lower than that do i? i am sticking to the plan, doing the work, sometimes i am starving but after a cup of food i am full, and i make good choices 99% of the time, so should i wait on the second fill?
