African American Sleevers

[Momroxx 75]

Has anyone stopped eating meat after VSG? Also are you suffering from nausea ? I am yuk!!

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

Did the hospital give you Zofran or promethizine when they discharged you? It will stop the nausea.

Also I eat fully fit deli turkey. It is 97% fat free. I put half a slice of the light laughing cow cheese in the middle and roll it up like a cigar. I also do it with deli rotisserie chicken. I can eat canned tuna chicken and salmon. I tried to eat a 3 oz chicken cutlet and even though I chewed it to death, I had unsettling restriction. I haven't eaten red meat yet. I am in phase 4.

[Red_Charms09 102]

Did the hospital give you Zofran or promethizine when they discharged you? It will stop the nausea.

Also I eat fully fit deli turkey. It is 97% fat free. I put half a slice of the light laughing cow cheese in the middle and roll it up like a cigar. I also do it with deli rotisserie chicken. I can eat canned tuna chicken and salmon. I tried to eat a 3 oz chicken cutlet and even though I chewed it to death' date=' I had unsettling restriction. I haven't eaten red meat yet. I am in phase 4.[/quote']

I'm 3 months post op and the nausea started two weeks ago.

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

[Momroxx 75]

Has anyone stopped eating meat after VSG? Also are you suffering from nausea ? I am yuk!!

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

Hmmm.....better make an appointment with your doctor.

[xavtay2 85]

That happened to me. I called the doctor and they called me a prescription in for Pepcid and now I feel fine! I did not have any problems with acid reflux until after surgery! As long as I take a pill daily I am fine. Call your doctors office asap

[KDT8402 25]

My surgery date is Feb. 25th. I start the pre-op liquid on Feb. 11. I've gone over everything that was given to me by my doctor but now I'm starting to freak out. I am really afraid that I'm not prepared for this. For those that are post op what type of things did you wish you knew pre op? Any tips and advice on how to prepare and what to except would be greatly appreciated.

[Red_Charms09 102]

My surgery date is Feb. 25th. I start the pre-op liquid on Feb. 11. I've gone over everything that was given to me by my doctor but now I'm starting to freak out. I am really afraid that I'm not prepared for this. For those that are post op what type of things did you wish you knew pre op? Any tips and advice on how to prepare and what to except would be greatly appreciated.

You are prepared, trust me I freaked out too. Read over everything, before you see your doctor write down questions to ask him.

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

[Momroxx 75]

My surgery date is Feb. 25th. I start the pre-op liquid on Feb. 11. I've gone over everything that was given to me by my doctor but now I'm starting to freak out. I am really afraid that I'm not prepared for this. For those that are post op what type of things did you wish you knew pre op? Any tips and advice on how to prepare and what to except would be greatly appreciated.

You'll do just fine. Everybody experiences the process differently. The final result off seeing the scale move I the other direction outweighs any discomfort you will go through. I am recently sleeved so some of the blogs I wrote some helpful advice about the pre op process so read back through a few as I post every week or so.

Even though I read some post myself about not buying all the different Protein Shakes and stocking up for it

I did it anyway.and ended up spending way too much money. Save your receipts for what ever you buy in preparation because your taste buds may change and what you liked before the sleeve you may not like after. That includes Jello favors , pudding favors, Soup flavors, vanilla versus chocolate Protein Shake etc.

Before and after surgery,you gotta have a good support system, friends who will not try and sabotage you. The week before my surgery I never got so many gift cards to my favorite places to eat .And advice on food recipes like smoky cheddar cheese taste real good in Mac n cheese. I felt like da** you know I am about to get sleeved. I had to address people in a positive manner but stay true to my conviction that this is the correct path for me. I no longer have blood pressure meds. I no longer have diabetes type 2., and I am going from one side of Catos Fashion to the other, one side of dress barn to the other lol. I feel good about that small victory.My husband did not have a problem with my weight before the sleeve,he just wanted me to get healthier but weightloss is giving me a little more confidence and he is reaping the benefit and loving it I am also more approachable and because my physical appearance is changing people are willing to engage in conversation with me more. I have made some friends outside of "my peeps".

You do not live in a bubble. You still gotta deal with those who don't have a eating problem and or who like to eat. I was most surprised at the lack of support from my own mother. And she can get down in the kitchen, I like the sleeve because as I get farther out from surgery I know I can still eat some of her amazing cooking ..just less of it and I make smarter choices. She is understanding everyone has there own path in life and she is coming around. I am still learning to play with my food in place of eating at the same speed as my husband. My portions are a lot smaller now. If I eat at the same pace as he does, my sleeve will become uncomfortable. What to do in place of eating? What will you do for fun? What else gives you pleasure besides food? I am discovering lots of things like to do. Motorcycle riding, hockey,jazz festivals. I am going on a cruise to Jamaica with friends.

Sorry I am long winded..I just wanted to share my story. Even though I take Vitamins and had to learn to keep up with my liquid and Protein intake. Even though going from a regular diet to a high protein low carb diet put my body into "what no carbohydrates?shock" the first few days of the pre op diet. I feel for me the surgery was a blessing, mentally,physically and spiritually. Have a wonderful day.

[two_boysmom 20]

Excellent post! I am an African American who wears her hair in its natural state. I will have my procedure on the 26th of February by Dr. David Kim. I have found a lot of great information on this board and appreciate you approaching this topic. I look forward to reading more on a AA perspective. Good luck everyone!

[Jessi_Rae 21]

I understand how some pre-op people feel. I was sleeved on 1/29 and I'm not going to lie, I am still hurting. Part of my issue is I'm vomiting. I can only handle about 2 sips of vit. Water or warm tea. It will get better, I can say this because yesturday, was horrid,today is just bad.

[Kalimomof3 613]

I'm 3 months post op and the nausea started two weeks ago.

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

I am also 3 months out sleeved 11/7 and I have difficulty with meat. I am trying to keep some rotisserie chicken down as I type this..I seem to struggle more with chicken and turkey than anything. I can eat ground beef and any soft beef that is cooked in a crock pot. I have been eAting some cheese and nuts and Beans a long with Greek yogurt for protein....

[MiistAMunK 45]

Hello again ladies, I know everyone is unique, but I found I can eat chicken, I just had to keep it moist and juicy. Like a whole chicken in the crockpot, or just switch to dark meat. As you know its a lil juicier than white meat. But I'm good on crawfish from Joes crabshack. I'm good with Fish, and I cook my beef tender and soft, so I haven't had any issues. Just eat slow chew and try not to drink for 45 minutes to an hour after eating. Hope this helps. I was sleeved 9/4/2012. P.s. a few more pounds and I'm at goal.

[Kalimomof3 613]

Almost at goal,that is GREAT!!!

[MiistAMunK 45]

Almost at goal' date='that is GREAT!!![/quote']

Thank you Kali. I hadn't been this small since 9th grade. Bout 23 years ago...... I feel good!!

[Red_Charms09 102]

I'm looking forward to wearing those cartoon (fitted) tshirts from Wal-Mart this summer. Who's excited about getting rid of their FAT summer clothes from last year???

2013 is my year....Sleeved 11/19 Methodist Hosp in NY

[Jessi_Rae 21]

I can't wait to wear a shirt that shows my tummy. Espesically in New Orleans were its too hot for clothes