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You know if you cheat, you are just cheating yourself, right? If you are not going to listen to your surgeon's advice, don't whine when your weight loss slows or stalls. Or when the food comes back up. I am always thirsty when I eat, especially when I finish. But when I was cheating with a few sips during meals, I found that I could eat more and was hungry quicker. Now I set my phone alarm for 30 min after eating and do something else. I find that the thirst passes, and by the time the alarm goes off I often forget to get something to drink. As long as you get your liquids at other times, you really can forgo the drinking 30 min before and after meals. Try it and see if you don't eat less and remain satisfied longer.
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Newbie here looking for strength and friends. I'm nearing the end of my three-month supervised diet and am hoping to have surgery in September. Sounds crazy, but I am excited and scared at the same time. So many people I have spoken with who have had RNY have said that they hated themselves before their surgery and weight loss. Being a RuPaul fan, I truly believe his saying: "if you can't love yourself, how the h*** you gonna love somebody else?" With that being said, I have never hated myself, no matter what size I was/am. Did I dislike the way I looked and felt ... Oh, heck yeah! Did I hate the people who gave me the "you would be beautiful if you just lost some weight" malarkey? You bet I did! But, after three years of ruminating over this decision and putting it off twice, I am going for it! Bottom line, I would love to learn from you all. You are wearing the "been there, done that" shirt and I admire those who share their path to success with others. Thanks all ... And continued good luck on your journey! Jen (aka JustSassy) Sent from my iPad using RNYTalk
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I was also worried about how the surgery would affect my social life which was also all about food and drink. Guess what...I am still a social person...still go out to eat and drink. I just no longer do it to excess. In fact, last week I went out to dinner six nights in a row due to family in from out of town and other committments. Even with a glass or two of wine, I still dropped a little bit of weight. I ate band sized portions and made healthy choices...fish, veggies mostly but small amounts of carbs as well. Stuck to broiled or baked..nothing fried. Wasn't hard to do and had a great time enjoying the food and company. I know you are scared of the unknown but try not to be. You may find like me, that things will be much much better than you can imagine. Good luck!
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Pain in my chest, kinda feels like hunger..but its hurts!!
djb replied to kychick1294's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
tuna two days post op seems weird..maybe you are getting the feeling of being stuck.. I was on liquids for one week post op but every doc is different...good luck -
It's a go but have some mental issues
cwalck posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It has been hell of late, 11 days to be exact. Bad stress test, then cardiac cath and there is nothing wrong with me, just a false reading. UGH! So I see the Psych next week which I am NOT worried and I have approval for surgery. YIKES. I still have some mental issues though I did not want to bring up at the Psych. I thought it would be better to hear from all of you. In my mind, I think about "Will this work for me", Will I be able to follow the plan" Will I be unhappy that I can't eat the things I want", "will I still want to eat them?", What if it doesn't work". Going to Mexico in November to an all inclusive which we do every year, will I be so "on the program" by then that it won't phase me?:001_tongue: So from all of you, I need some in sight. Am I the only one who thinks these things. I see so many success stories that it should lift me up but I am so scared I will be different. Will I be hungry? Will I be full? Can I g et all that Protein in? I don't work so I get up about 10:30 and eat and then don't eat lunch because I have dinner at 5. So about 4 I get really hungry. DoIj ust drink a Protein shake at 4 and hold me over. What if I don't get 60gm of protein in, will my hair fall out. I am 60 so my hair is thinning anyway. I have not seen the nutrritionist yet, they said 2 weeks before surgery. I guess they will answer some questions but I really need to know "Am I the only one who thinks these things?":ohmy: -
2 weeks post op (20 pound weigt loss - 265 pounds)(side)
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From the album: 2 weeks post-op (20 pounds weight loss)
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Does getting stuck= adequate restriction??
spoiltmom posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm confused. For the past 3 weeks I'm starving all the time and I can eat way more than I should. I'm also hungry again within 2 1/2 hours of eating a meal. I feel like my restriction is gone. I can eat everything easily except roast, chicken breast and steak. When those go down I feel a pain in my chest. They don't actually get stuck but they do hurt. My cousin who's been banded over a year now says that means I don't need another fill. I have another fill scheduled for Tuesday though so is she right? -
Kink In The Journey
besquared1426 replied to Shelli_d's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Good luck and hang in there. I hit the three-month mark as reqd by my insurance only to have a required cardiac clearance add two months to my timeline! I was hoping for late July now it looks like my WLS will be in September. -
Frustrated With Lack Of Weight Loss, Help!
honk replied to BrittanyRose's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well your last appointment was a week ago. Most doctors say you can loose 1-2 pounds per week. If you've lost 2 pounds that's really good. You mentioned full liquids. My doctor said full liquids was tomato or squash soup. The Proteins shakes should not have fruit if you are on full liquids. That would be mushies. Yogurt is also a mushie not a full liquid. Protein shakes: What is the serving size of your shakes (how many scoops do they call for?)? Mine says one scoop. Your powder should be about 24 g of protein for less then 120 cals. When adding pudding powder I did 1-2 tablespoons. A whole package seems like a lot. During full liquids I made mine with 3/4 cup fat free milk and 2 "milk cubes" (frozen fat free milk). Lunch- Pudding is not a full liquid it is a mushie and does not have any protein. As I mentioned earlier yogurt is not a liquid but a mushie. Call the doctor's office and ask about the yogurt. If you can have it at this point I recommend Greek yogurt as it has twice the protein and regular yogurt. During Mushie stage I used a hand blender to mince the fruit. I do add splendra since Greek yogurt is sour. I would definately have protein at each meal. Seems like you are having your protein mostly at breafast and dinner. Here is how I ate during liquid phase Breakfast Tomato soup (added Mrs Dash unsalted chicken flavor spice before heating) Wait as long as possible and have a Protein shake, made with milk (no fruit) lunch Smooth soup Tomato or squash, carrot shake Dinner Same During mushies same plan start with soup and then eat the protein mushie later. -
Cool I am 7 weeks on tomorrow and down 30lb. It feels amazing doesn't it. I just hope it carrys on. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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day 3, need some help PLEASE
Barbill replied to Cabickley's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I ws done on May 22nd and luckily didn't get sick at all. just took it real slow on the water and soup end and really was surprised how little I ate. Am in week 4 startign tomorrow and feel great. Hang int here. -
OK, Im having my lap band done and July 19th (yea!) and before I knew this date I had signed up to do a 1/2 marathon (13.1miles) on August 1. I will just be starting my pureed food stage on August 1st--so the question is, do you think its possible to do the run? Im just thinking how am I gonna stay adequetly hydrated? I wont be able to drink alot of water, or eat the carbs needed for energy? Should I just carry water and sip the whole time? I planned on walk/run the marathon. Ive never done a 1/2 marathon before just 5k's. I know, Im a glutten for punishment. So, think I should scratch the race? what are you opinions? Thanks
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3 weeks post op & 1/2 marathon run
stargate713 replied to lageil's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
What is your reason for wanting to run this particular race? Is it just because you already signed up? it takes the body 6-8 weeks to heal after surgery. Why would you want to risk any injury to yourself for something you don't have to do? Everyone is different of course, but I didn't feel like resuming my previous activity level for several weeks, I just had no energy while just on liquids. Have you discussed this with your surgeon? Most have guidlines for post-op exercise. -
My doctor takes a team approach. I met with him, a nutritionist and psychologist once before the surger. Again I met with all 3 2 weeks later. Now I see them all once a month when I go for a fill.
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Feels Like Food Is Stuck In Throat
raven8888 replied to phoenixgen2's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know what your talking about too. I also take omeprazole, it's a different sensation than acid reflux. It was worse when I first started sifts and solids. I'm three months out and it is a lot better now. -
I have a slight pain too that kind of rolls, but like you said it only lasts a couple of seconds and is gone. I'm assuming it's air when I drink or eat getting down into my stomach. I'm 4 weeks post-op and I'm still getting it.
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Ladies, this question is for you
susnl replied to sleeve newbie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It sounds like you got hit with a double whammy - the dreaded week three stall and your period. Relax, there is nothing you can do about it. Stick to your plan, hide the scale, and drink more Water if you can. I just went through this about 2-3 weeks ago. The scale has started moving for me again, not quite as fast though. -
Ladies, this question is for you
ahoy replied to sleeve newbie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
sleeve newbie, I'm in the same place you are right now... the scale's going up cuz of my period. I dunno what will happen afterwards, cuz it's still going on and I'm only 3 weeks post-op so this is the first time. I am frustrated and sad. Not to mention just generally feeling ill cuz I think my period is causing all sorts of other health issues to flare up It's definitely Water weight tho... don't worry. I can tell because the body fat % on my scale dropped by several points, haha. Also because my husband squeezed my arm like a ripe fruit (you know, the fleshy bat wing) and said "Don't worry, it's water." (Apparently I'm squishier when it's water than actual fat. My husband ALWAYS knows just what to say.) -
Want a pickle- I mean IN a Pickle :)
Rev Me Up! replied to picnic011's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
First - don't panic. Sipping clear liquid is much easier than eating real food - It is impossible to stretch the pouch in the first week. Some people have an easier time with liquids than others in the first couple of weeks. If you are in pain, make sure to take your gas-x and walk. Take some tylenol if you need it for non-gas pain. Otherwise, watch out for complication symptoms: nausea, not keeping Water down, extreme pain, fever. If you don't have those symptoms, you are probably doing just fine. Try to relax and get through the first few weeks of liquids and then re-assess your intake when you get to real food. You will find that you can't eat much real food at all. Take care of yourself-- -
Uh oh....am I doomed? former/current smokers PLS help!
Sherrie_Legz replied to Jacqbult's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Had three monthly urine test for nicotine in January, February, and March. All clean. Do you think they’ll still test me when I have my pre-op labs drawn a week before surgery? I just find it hard to believe that they would make you prove for 3 months in a row and then test again later on. Opinions?? -
Gastric Sleeve cramping pain
lovegigglesncupcakes replied to Green1's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I also am experiencing a lot of back cramping the last couple weeks after a month of returning to the workforce, now working a job where I am on my feet all day. These cramps can occur randomly, sitting or standing. Can't get comfortable when there's an inflammation. The pain & point is located in the middle centre of my left side... Near/on the bra line. I've tried all sorts of bras, loosening the straps & such. I have trouble believing that it might be my breasts are too heavy, since they were the first to go and look like flapjacks now... Or that my back muscles aren't strong enough since they've held so much more through the years and through the first few weeks of returning to work. Is there any kind of specialist we can see to help us find the source of the problem? Podiatry perhaps? Also, Tylenol & muscle relaxers w/ acetominophen do not really touch the pain. I've had to leave work early yesterday and take the day off to try and "recover" and give it some rest. Sent from my SM-G930W8 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Thank you all for sharing your stories and successes. I so appreciate the well thought out responses. At our first appointment my surgeon asked if I had thought about which surgery I wanted and agreed with me that the VSG was a good choice. Last week we had birthday cake at the office and I spent the day going by and grabbing a bite. I had to throw the leftover cake away (forget about co-workers) so I would not eat all of it. Sugar and refined carbs are my triggers for binges and uncontrolled eating. The suggestion by the nutritionist to consider bypass has made me really think about my challenges with specific types of food.
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Lisa and Tiff Thanks for the suggestions, I'm 4 weeks out and I have just started adding some carbs it's nice to know this will go away soon.
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When Can I Go Back To Work
nickster81 replied to jpr99's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm an elementary teacher and i went back after 2 weeks off. -
I'm 4 weeks, and my Dr just told me I could start ab work. He did stress, though, not to hold your breath when engaging the abs so pressure doesn't strain the healing incision areas, which could lead to a hernia. He said to breathe through the movement. My trainer is coming tomorrow, so I'll do my first ab crunches then (but I have already been riding my horse and using my abs for sitting trot).
