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I tried going through insure but my insurance company wouldn't cover it.... I just tried this flavored Protein Water today and it was not bad but I don't see myself spending 8.00 for 4 ,4oz bottles unles I can find a coupon for them...

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<p>Hi ladies just wanted to chime in.. I am going in Monday for revision from Gastric Bypass to the Sleeve. I don't really remember my hair coming out too bad the first time I had surgery....but I'm older... this time around :-) plus we have the dreaded Alopecia monster on my mom's side.. I wear full sew-ins to "protect" and try grow my hair. You may want to check with your doctor to make sure its okay to take....but I have been taking Maximum Living's Mineral Rich With Aloe liquid Vitamin for months and it has silica, Biotin and a bunch of other great stuff for hair skin and nails. And it's a liquid which is great I would think since the sleeve might be a bit small and not sure how it would take large supplement pills. I will be ordering two bottles tomorrow to get stocked up to make sure that I get my extra Vitamins in...especially for my Hair growth and retention. Biotin, MSM, Silica are all great for hair, skin and nails have been using them all for years. </p> <p> </p> <p>I also agree with some one said about the amount of Protein you have per day... I will be trying to get in about 100 grams per day if I can ...that's a BIG if... but no less than about 70-80 grams. My doctor gives his patients a month's supply of Optifast Soups and shakes for post surgery. Have any of you ladies gone through Insure Nutrition to see if you can get your insurance to cover your post op shakes? I just submitted my request yesterday for approval... because I know those shakes can be a bit costly. </p> <p> </p> <p>On another thread I saw someone mention juicing ( getting a juicer this weekend)... a few people said they have been juicing since surgery and it is a great way to also get nutrients in without over extending the new stomach. Spinach and Kale have a lot of protein and they are used as a base in most "green smoothie" recipes..that's something to also consider. </p>

Thanks for the info about the liquid vitamins. I just went to Amazon and put two bottles in my basket . I hope it helps . I'm taking all my vitamins but this sounds awesome. My hair is ridiculous since the surgery. Thank goodness I wear a unit.

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<p>Hi ladies just wanted to chime in.. I am going in Monday for revision from Gastric Bypass to the Sleeve. I don't really remember my hair coming out too bad the first time I had surgery....but I'm older... this time around :-) plus we have the dreaded Alopecia monster on my mom's side.. I wear full sew-ins to "protect" and try grow my hair. You may want to check with your doctor to make sure its okay to take....but I have been taking Maximum Living's Mineral Rich With Aloe Liquid Vitamin for months and it has silica, Biotin and a bunch of other great stuff for hair skin and nails. And it's a liquid which is great I would think since the sleeve might be a bit small and not sure how it would take large supplement pills. I will be ordering two bottles tomorrow to get stocked up to make sure that I get my extra Vitamins in...especially for my Hair growth and retention. Biotin, MSM, Silica are all great for hair, skin and nails have been using them all for years. </p> <p> </p> <p>I also agree with some one said about the amount of Protein you have per day... I will be trying to get in about 100 grams per day if I can ...that's a BIG if... but no less than about 70-80 grams. My doctor gives his patients a month's supply of Optifast Soups and shakes for post surgery. Have any of you ladies gone through Insure Nutrition to see if you can get your insurance to cover your post op shakes? I just submitted my request yesterday for approval... because I know those shakes can be a bit costly. </p> <p> </p> <p>On another thread I saw someone mention juicing ( getting a juicer this weekend)... a few people said they have been juicing since surgery and it is a great way to also get nutrients in without over extending the new stomach. Spinach and Kale have a lot of protein and they are used as a base in most "green smoothie" recipes..that's something to also consider. </p>

Thanks , I just purchased two bottles.

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Thanks for the info on the liquid vitamins and juicing. I'm trying everything to get my hair back. I'm glad I wear a lace unit or I would be in real deep trouble. I

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You would be the first AA that I knew lived in Hazard I live in Cinti and there Is a lot of white people that are either from their or their parents...Good Luck on your journey

Hello everyone I'm Cynthia from small town eastern parts of Kentucky..called Hazard Ky.
very few AA in town..I'm 5'5. 296...I'm waiting to hear from my insurance and signed a date from my Dr. I'm blessed take this journey and happy to find encouraging words from all here!

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I had a head full of thick hair. And now had to cut it off. Hair is sip thin now. I knew it was coming just cut my hair and moved on

Well it's cute!!!! And I hope easier to manage. I may follow you.

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I had a head full of thick hair. And now had to cut it off. Hair is sip thin now. I knew it was coming just cut my hair and moved on

Very cute!

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I had a head full of thick hair. And now had to cut it off. Hair is sip thin now. I knew it was coming just cut my hair and moved on

Very cute!

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