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3 Months Out Progress and Height Surprise!
DropWt4Life posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I am officially three months out as of yesterday, 11/7/2017. I feel great. I never thought that I would realize this rate of success so quickly. May of this year, I was sitting at 326 pounds. I was unhappy. I was just existing. I had been overweight for the majority of my life even though I was always active. I was the most in shape fat guy around. I worked out 5-7X per week for years. I tried every diet known to man. I would lose 30-50 pounds, and then gain it back. It was then hard to start up again. I tended to eat well during the week, only to destroy my progress over the weekend. I had surgery on August 7, 2017. It was truly a life-changing experience. Shot out to Dr. Illan in Mexico, and Bariatric Pal for giving me this opportunity to change my life for the better. I am 19 pounds from my goal as of today. I have gone from a 44" pant size to a 36" pant size. The most miraculous thing that I noticed today is that I am no longer 6'2.5" tall. I am 6'3" today. I actually grew a half inch! I found out at a doctor's appointment two years ago that I had shrunk a half inch. I though that it was because of age. Well, look at the pictures below. The left grouping was taken in May at my high weight of 326 pounds. The middle grouping was taken on 8/7 and 8/8 (before and after surgery) at 289 pounds. The right grouping was taken yesterday at 239 pounds. If you compare the middle and last grouping, you can tell that my posture has straightened out. I am actually taller by a half inch. Crazy! Anyway, I didn't do this in SUCCESS STORIES, because I don't feel that I am there just yet. Who knows what the next three months have in store for me! Has anyone else noticed a height change after weight loss?- 15 replies
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Supplements recommendations
temkins replied to zoxie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Not sure there are many alternatives to chewables, as post-bariatric vitamins have a special formula and differs alot from other traditional vitamins and supplements. You may want actually try finding some with a flavor you like the most. -
Unexpected Hiatal Hernia
Pie1216 replied to MJP820's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgeon said 3 out of 4 people who have bariatric surgery will also have a hiatal hernia which can be repaired at the same time. -
Lap band to RNY, lots of questions from new guy
Geri Marie replied to CyclicalLoser's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Hi all!! I got my band removed in August of this year. I too failed my band. I could never get that "full" feeling. And drinking while I eat....smh I just could master the band. I didn't really have any issues with the band UNTIL I was admitted into the hospital with chest pains and yes anxiety. After a two day stay in the hospital and no issues detected, the doctor releasing me said it could be digestive related. I was like....as in my band? He said oh...do you have the lap band...yes that could be it. Sure enough. My Bariatric surgeon said yes, if you would have called me I would have told you it was all band related. So here I am one week away from getting the Gastric sleeve. I am so excited!! I couldn't commit to the RNY, however the sleeve is step one of the RNY so if this has issues he can do the RNY with no problems. Maybe you want to start off with that? My concern with the RNY is not the dumping, its the malnutrition. But thats just me.....thought Id throw my two cents in to the ring.....good luck -
Learning to run after bariatric surgery.
Healthy_life2 replied to Berry78's topic in Fitness & Exercise
My first year of surgery I completed a 5K - This year completed my first full marathon. 26.2 On my 50th birthday, my goal is -Ultra marathon 50K (30 mike) http://saltflats100.com/ltptx3f0eimync5mvtvzhkf276mf66 I agree with the above. Start at a slow pace. I love couch25K. Don't forget to stretch and foam roll. Interval training (Jog 3 mins walk 3 mins repeat) This will build you up to sustained runs. My pace is improving. I added sprint intervals and strengthening my legs, glutes, abductors, itband and hip flexors with weight lifting. (I also do upper body work) Suggestions for bariatric runners: (not plugging products) Running hydration vest. The water holds tight to your body with less bounce. It has a bite straw to slowly drink water throughout your race. It's better than gulping down a styrofoam cup of water handed to runners along the route. Pockets to hold car keys, cell phone, debit cards and food to fuel your run. Click to see vest examples Running belt for shorter runs: hold car keys, cell phone, debit cards and food to fuel your run. Running belt example Never eat anything new to your system before or on the route. You may be racing to find each porta potty on the route due to an upset stomach. Running gels - Test them out to see if you can tolerate them. They are thick like molasses and sweet. Directions are to drink plenty of water with them. I don't use them. You will reach a point in your running that you will need to fuel you body like an athlete. ( I used a sports medicine dietician) Getting extra calories and carbs in can be interesting with a small stomach On the route foods - This will be trial and error to figure out what works for you. Meal bars. They may sit heavy on your stomach and bog down your run. Check your race event information. My last race handed out fruit and muffins along the route. May sit heavy Don't laugh. Baby food squeeze pouches. The tops twist on and off. Easy to carry no mess. Die hard nutrition runners make their own pureed recipe and use refillable baby food squeeze pouches. Hydration: I use nuun hydration tabs. https://nuunlife.com/ -
I had my Band January 2911. It turned out to be a nightmare and caused so many health problems. It caused extreme pain 4-5x a day to the point it kept me up mist nights and U was doubled up in pain. After several doctors in several years, my Gastro did an EGD, found many serious problems and suggested a Lapband revision by a Bariatric doctor. The revision to Bypass was done July 5 in one surgery. All went fine and I had minimal pain. Off meds in 2 days. I was just very tired the first month. My surgeon, on top of everything else, found my stomach in my upper chest from a hiatal hernia, loose port, and what gastro found. No more pain or sleepless nights in pain or daily losing my food. The revision is the best surgery I ever had and wasn’t bad at all. 203 - weight at banding - 1/2011 170 - weight at revision - 7/5/2017 136 - current weight Best of all, I feel great again! Best wishes on whatever decision you make!
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What do you think of these pre-op shake brands?
Geri Marie replied to 823freckles's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
Bariatric advantage is the best. It tastes great, no grit and you can add one stevia to sweeten. Also I use almond milk to make it with. Hope this helps -
What do you think of these pre-op shake brands?
823freckles posted a topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
My surgeon has a very strict pre-surgery diet, consisting of raw vegetables and protein shakes...for 4 weeks, for me! Ugh! I am starting this next week. I only have a few approved options for my protein shakes, and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by the idea of spending money on a ton of these and hating them. I also can't make them more tolerable by adding fruit or sugar substitutes or whatever. I was wondering if anyone has any experiences with the protein shakes/powders below? Please give me your opinions! Thanks! Orgain Organic Meal Advocare Meal Replacement Bariatric Advantage High Protein Shake Core Power Naturade Total Soy Meal Replacement -
PCP discouragement
ItsJustMeToo replied to NanaB73's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I'm dealing with the same thing right now. My BMI hovers around 34 to 35, and has off and on for the last 25 years (gaining and losing the same 30# every couple of years). The second I saw the bariatric doctor's paperwork, I knew I was facing an uphill battle. In addition to the preop labs and tests, which I think PCP would reluctantly order, they want my PCP to sign a form that states PCP deems weight loss surgery to be medically necessary. As predicted, PCP is balking at signing this form, as 'diet and exercise' should be sufficient. -
Let's Dish!!! Do You Still Like To Cook and Interact With Food?
Healthy_life2 replied to FluffyChix's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I tend to get into ruts with my goto meals. I cook eggs, chicken fajitas no tortillas, Sweet apple chicken sausage. Crockpot white chicken chili and ground turkey meatloaf or burgers. I like to cook and try new foods. Nutrition should still be flavorful. But, I keep the comfort food and temptations out of my home. My dietician has some great recipes..Most are simple. http://insidekarenskitchen.com/bariatric-friendly-recipes/ My thanksgiving goto dishes.. Marinated roasted turkey breast no skin ( grill mates seasoning, apple cider vinegar, worcestershire and water.) Roasted pumpkin and apple. (cubed small sugar pumpkin, cubed apple. Drizzle of sugar free maple syrup. Bake on a cookie sheet) Fresh french green beans steamed, almond slices and a bit of bacon for taste. Pumpkin pie mousse: Vanilla or cheesecake sugar free pudding mix, fairlife milk, pumpkin puree, allspice and cinnamon. Scoop vanilla protein powder. (use half the amount of milk to make a thicker texture) -
I like Bariatric Advantage
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Pumpkin, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. You have an astounding amount of beta-carotene to protect our bodies with an assertive amount of antioxidant power. Beta-carotene morphs into Vitamin A to assist in healthy vision and immunity. Pumpkin also delivers a punch of potassium, a comely amount of copper, an interesting bit of iron, a pleasing amount of magnesium and a fair amount of fiber. A caution for bariatric patients is the 10 grams of carbohydrates found in a ½ cup pumpkin puree. And who doesn’t love carving Jack-O-Lanterns with your children (or just for you) for All Hallow’s Eve? Who has not posted adorable pictures of their kiddos in your local Pumpkin Patch? You can prepare your own pumpkin puree or stock up on the canned type. Perhaps our greatest love of pumpkin awaits us at Thanksgiving with our beloved pumpkin pie. One estimate says Americans eat 50 million pumpkin pies at Thanksgiving. Alas, a pie is known as a confection loaded with sugar and fat. What is the bariatric patient to do? Modify the recipe, of course! Lower the sugar and fat and pump up the protein is the goal. Try the Pumpkin Pie pudding recipe on the BariatricPal website. If you need a pumpkin treat before Thanksgiving, there are many pumpkin-flavored protein shakes, protein bars and yogurts in the stores right now. So, pumpkin can be a health partner this season. Enjoy!
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Pumpkin also delivers a punch of potassium, a comely amount of copper, an interesting bit of iron, a pleasing amount of magnesium and a fair amount of fiber. A caution for bariatric patients is the 10 grams of carbohydrates found in a ½ cup pumpkin puree. And who doesn’t love carving Jack-O-Lanterns with your children (or just for you) for All Hallow’s Eve? Who has not posted adorable pictures of their kiddos in your local Pumpkin Patch? You can prepare your own pumpkin puree or stock up on the canned type. Perhaps our greatest love of pumpkin awaits us at Thanksgiving with our beloved pumpkin pie. One estimate says Americans eat 50 million pumpkin pies at Thanksgiving. Alas, a pie is known as a confection loaded with sugar and fat. What is the bariatric patient to do? Modify the recipe, of course! Lower the sugar and fat and pump up the protein is the goal. Try the Pumpkin Pie pudding recipe on the BariatricPal website. If you need a pumpkin treat before Thanksgiving, there are many pumpkin-flavored protein shakes, protein bars and yogurts in the stores right now. So, pumpkin can be a health partner this season. Enjoy!
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I take my Bariatric Advantage Multi-Vitamin and 1 1/4 calcium chew in the morning. A second vitamin and chew at lunch. A chewable iron on my way home from work and two more iron at bedtime.
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I listened to a podcast on bariatrics and it was said there is nothing proving that drinking from a straw introduces more air into your new stomach more than normal drinking does. I've drank from a straw 4 weeks post-op and never had an issue. If I'm totally honest I'd say I had less of an issue. I truly wonder where this initially came about. Sent from my Moto G Play using BariatricPal mobile app
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I have heard a few other individuals on this board complain about the fact that during the 6 month diet and exercise pre-op qualification phase, that the medical visits must be 6 consecutive months and that you could not miss one otherwise you get sent back to the end of the line. So it sounds like you are trying to warn Newbies to beware of this requirements. Anyways good luck on your surgery. At your stage I would recommend 3 things: 1. Take a good before photograph of yourself, so that you have something to compare to after surgery. Many times we are blind to our obesity. We do not see ourselves. Therefore when the weight begins to drop off rather dramatically, we question if this is really happening. Photographs are a good visualization of our success. Many people carry a before and after photo with them, just to remind themselves of their success. 2. Walk 30 minutes each day, every day until surgery (or equivalent exercise). Walking helps the recovery process go smoothly and minimized the pain levels from surgery. 3. Wean yourself from caffeine and carbonated beverages now. After I gave up my 6 diet coke a day habit, I suffered from a week of severe withdrawal syndrome consisting of severe headaches and body aches. I was miserable. You don't want to combine the effects of caffeine withdrawal with the effects of surgery. Also if you haven't started to attend monthly Bariatric Surgery Support Group meetings, it is a good time to start. Everyone has questions and this is a meeting where people at various stages get to meet and discuss.
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My routine looks like this; Wake up and take 2 Bariatric Fusion Multivitamins followed by a Barimelt Biotin and a Barimelt Iron +Vitamin C (I take the extra Iron every 4 days) I work from home and I am still using the notebook I got immediately post op for keeping track of things so I write down the time. 2 hours later I take my first 500mg/iu Bariatric Advantage Calcium Citrate + Vitamin D3. I note the time and repeat 2 hours from then. I do it a 3rd and final time for the day 2 hours after that. Total of 3 a day. Finally 2 hours after my last Calcium Citrate chewy bite, I take my last 2 Bariatric Fusion Multivitamins (total of 4 a day) suddenly an app doesn't sound like a bad idea lol
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A little nervous I gain 17 lbs since my surgery 2/26/15
eve18324 posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I need some group help, I seen the doctor and was told I’m good. That was a month ago now I gain 17 lbs my weight is165 lbs. But in July I was 148 lbs I would like to go down to this weight again 148 lbs but it had gotten harder to loss this weight. My Bariatric surgery was 2/26/15 I feel like I’m gaining my weight again just need some group help I don’t want to go back to my old habits. Please positive feed back thank you. -
"REALISTIC" is, in this case, a non-objective opinion. You might favour using straws and prefer to be backed up in your choice by your nutritionist's/clinic's choice of advice BUT this is not the best information for gastric surgery patients post-op. Long-term experience shows that the vast majority of previous comfort-eaters tend to be 'gulpers' when it comes to consumption of drinks and liquids. Just because an 'outlier' in advice confirms your preferred choice does not mean that its good advice. It really is best for most (recovering) obese and overweight people to learn to sip liquids in very small amounts at a low rate of swallows per minute (ideally two or fewer). Using a straw for the vast majority of people adds extraneous air into the mixture of liquids going into a now smaller stomach pouch. By all means, drink through a straw if you wish to. Your choice. But it still remains as poor advice for the majority of post bariatric surgery people. This is not an attack on you or how you will do what suits you. It is merely saying that most people need the best of mainstream advice which works for the great majority of people.
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@ItsMyTime1985 it actually has flown by! For a minute I wished it slowed down a bit tbh, but my nerves have settled a bit more and I'm at the point where I just want my date (however far out) so I can plan for the time I'll need off lol it couldn't hurt to have your pcp send a referral ahead of time, though I had my first appointment with a new pcp a few days after my first consultation and there was no issue with getting the referral after. The Facebook group you have to request to join by messaging the coordinator on fb the name is on the newsletter which should be up on the Miriam bariatric site soon. [emoji4] @Subaru yes the group meetings, I took the online seminar then went to 2 in person meetings. I had 2 appointments with nutritionist (Kim) and then there's a class I'm going to on the 20th (she said it's where they go over what you'll need for surgery) and after the class all my pre op requirements are good and can be submitted for approval. It definitely sounds like we're on the same track! I think the six months is dependent on when you can get the NUT, psych, & sleep study done tbh. I was able to get them done sooner than expected though. My only question now is what my time frame looks like as far as how long it takes to hear back once it's approved. Anyone know? I'm hoping I can get my surgery date at least a month prior to the day of it in order to set things up with work for time off... [emoji51]
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Regretting my surgery.
jennypenny1998 replied to Rose400491's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey! I had surgery on the 11th and I'm 19 too. I understand a lot of what you are going through. Maybe we can talk to each other and be bariatric buddies. I am thinking about going to therapy too. We just went through a lot, emotionally and physically. I think going to therapy would definitely help. And if you are not feeling up to going out, I suggest just simply sitting outside. I go sit on my bench in my yard and it does wonders. Lets you think and very relaxing. -
Pseudotumor cerebri, has anyone been approved for surgery for having this?
James Marusek replied to Kary B's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Generally sleep apnea is considered a comorbidity. My insurance policy reads Surgical treatment of obesity (bariatric surgery) is covered only if: - eligible enrollee is 18 of age or over- clinical records support a body mass index of 40 or greater (or 35-40 when there is at least one co-morbidity related to obesity). Applicable co-morbid conditions include the following: • T ype II diabetes mellitus (by American Diabetes Association diagnostic criteria). • Refractory hypertension (defined as blood pressure of 140 mmHg systolic and or 90 mmHg diastolic) despite medical treatment with maximal dose of three antihypertensive medications. • Refractory hyperlipidemia (acceptable levels of lipids unachievable with diet and maximum doses of lipid lowering medications). • Obesity–induced cardiomyopathy. • Clinically significant obstructive sleep apnea. • Severe arthropathy of the spine and or weight bearing joints (when obesity prohibits appropriate surgical management of joint dysfunction treatable but for obesity). - Documentation of failure to lower the body mass index within the last 12 months through a medically supervised program of diet and exercise of at least 6 months duration. -
Help needed in picking protein shakes
Alex Brecher replied to jeff4free's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
Get your protein, vitamins, and fiber in one easy shake! Give BariatricPal Protein One a try. 100% Satisfaction guaranteed! The unique blend provides 27 grams of high-quality whey protein, 28 essential vitamins and minerals, and 5 grams of fiber. It is quick and convenient, so you can get your nutrients and a delicious treat anywhere! If you don't want to commit to purchasing a 21-serving tub, we sell a single serving 4-flavor variety pack . You can check it out at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/bariatricpal-protein-one We also carry Genepro, Syntrax and many other popular bariatric brands -
Bored With Weight Loss. Recipe for regain?
CowgirlJane replied to OutsideMatchInside's topic in WLS Veteran's Forum
I know this is an old post - but very relevant. It is hard to sustain the focus! I am nearly 6 years post conversion from band to sleeve so I have a cumulative 16 years of failing and succeeding post bariatric surgery (my goodness, how time flies). For me, the only way I can maintain is to maintain diligence; or to regain diligence quickly when it inevitably weakens a bit. It can be depressing, BUT, I am lucky that as a horsewoman I have friends who tend towards fitness. As they age along side me, it seems they struggle about the same I do - I am just more fatigued...haha. Also, I probably could be 300-350# again if I let it get that far out of control, and that consequence is unlikely for them. So, I think for me, the consequences are bigger - more life and death. I just joined a 6 week body transformation along with a bunch of other desk job types who have no concept of morbid obesity. I feel so normal - ha - struggling over the pounds along with everyone else! -
I can't think of the name of it. However, the newsletters are available on the Miriam Bariatric page and they usually list the Facebook group. I think (?) I joined or requested to join but I don't know as I've read that page or posted to it yet. Good luck!
