cookie2012 44 Posted January 1, 2013 Dean, I haven't had to take any fibre post op - probably because I don't eat enough Protein and why I am now anaemic!! I would suggest asking your dietician or surgeon first. I have also been contemplating one of those expensive juicers since I have spent all of my Christmas break in bed watching TVSN and shopping online. Without sounding like an advertisement for TVSN, they have the Vitamix for $995 with part payments. I would love this but then I am a kitchen gadget person. My kids are complaining that we don't have a juicer anymore. Let me know if you get one. 1 *Shell* reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puppyphat 397 Posted January 1, 2013 What do you do for work PP? I think you may have mentioned it' date=' but I've forgotten.[/quote'] I work at a leagues club as a bar supervisor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 1, 2013 I work at a leagues club as a bar supervisor. Ha! Your NYE would've been the same as mine - dealing with drunken idiots!! 1 *Shell* reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 1, 2013 Dean' date=' I haven't had to take any fibre post op - probably because I don't eat enough Protein and why I am now anaemic!! I would suggest asking your dietician or surgeon first. I have also been contemplating one of those expensive juicers since I have spent all of my Christmas break in bed watching TVSN and shopping online. Without sounding like an advertisement for TVSN, they have the Vitamix for 995 with part payments. I would love this but then I am a kitchen gadget person. My kids are complaining that we don't have a juicer anymore. Let me know if you get one.[/quote'] Will have a look at that TVSN deal, sounds good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelliv 659 Posted January 1, 2013 Hey' date=' do you guys do any fibre supplementation? I haven't been as regular as pre surgery, which isn't surprising my diet at the moment is really high Protein. I should eat more vegetables but I can't seem to fit it in. The last two days I've taken a single 2/3 dose of Metamucil mid morning. I was worried about a full dose exceeding the size of my stomach. I've also been thinking about getting a Vitamix. What do you guys do? Deano[/quote'] Hi Dean, like you I am eating my Protein first and don't fit in much salad or vege, but I have fruit and Water as well as grainy carbs and don't have a problem with fibre. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelliv 659 Posted January 1, 2013 Dean' date=' I haven't had to take any fibre post op - probably because I don't eat enough Protein and why I am now anaemic!! I would suggest asking your dietician or surgeon first. I have also been contemplating one of those expensive juicers since I have spent all of my Christmas break in bed watching TVSN and shopping online. Without sounding like an advertisement for TVSN, they have the Vitamix for 995 with part payments. I would love this but then I am a kitchen gadget person. My kids are complaining that we don't have a juicer anymore. Let me know if you get one.[/quote'] I've look at Thermomix and they are amazing but expensive. You can make anything in them from ice cream to Soup a Or a roast to salad. I would love one, but more useful for a family to use then just the two of us. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sleever84 15 Posted January 1, 2013 Hey everyone got down to 98 kilos on new years and really proud of myself, feeling like a new start to a new me for 2013 with 3.5 months to go to my wedding. Here is a before (pre op) and after (christmas) photo x Happy new year to all, wish for a healthy new life for each of you. May this year bring you lots of joy, happiness and peace. 3 Aussiegirl, *Shell* and Lissa_S reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 1, 2013 Hi Dean, like you I am eating my Protein first and don't fit in much salad or vege, but I have fruit and Water as well as grainy carbs and don't have a problem with fibre. Maybe I need to be not so Protein focused and have some grainy carbs. It's bizzare not craving carbs. Because there's not interest in carbs anymore I just don't think to eat them! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 1, 2013 Hey everyone got down to 98 kilos on new years and really proud of myself, feeling like a new start to a new me for 2013 with 3.5 months to go to my wedding. Here is a before (pre op) and after (christmas) photo x Happy new year to all, wish for a healthy new life for each of you. May this year bring you lots of joy, happiness and peace. That's excellent! Congratulations Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelliv 659 Posted January 1, 2013 Maybe I need to be not so Protein focused and have some grainy carbs. It's bizzare not craving carbs. Because there's not interest in carbs anymore I just don't think to eat them! Hi Dean, are you seeing a dietician? Mine told me that I must have a min of 3serves of grainy carbs each day and that is the most important thing to stay regular, plus it gives you the energy you need. Too much Protein will definitely clog you up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 1, 2013 Hey Kelli. I've seen a dietician twice. Once pre surgery and then two weeks post. I'm 8 weeks post op today (26kgs down, yeah!) And I'm due to see her at the 3 month mark, but I think I might try and get in earlier. Thanks for all the advice - a big help. Have a great day, Deano Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Dean* 1,594 Posted January 1, 2013 ......... and my tickers have dropped off Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelliv 659 Posted January 1, 2013 Hey Kelli. I've seen a dietician twice. Once pre surgery and then two weeks post. I'm 8 weeks post op today (26kgs down' date=' yeah!) And I'm due to see her at the 3 month mark, but I think I might try and get in earlier. Thanks for all the advice - a big help. Have a great day, Deano[/quote'] Good idea, I saw mine twice before surgery then 4 times in the 5 weeks after surgery as it was a six visit program. It was invaluable advice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puppyphat 397 Posted January 1, 2013 Before Now, 2.3kg to goal 5 jules58, Swift Kate, Aussiegirl and 2 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Shell* 162 Posted January 1, 2013 Wow Puppyphat - you look awesome !! 1 puppyphat reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites