Juicing And The Sleeve

[Natty76 5]

Hello all! This is my first Forum topic. I've been reading your posts and so forth for over a year while mentally preparing to take this step. I'm still scared as hell, but excited too as I know that surgery is the right tool for me. I'll be starting orientation with Richmond Kaiser in a couple of days. So anyone reading this from my neck of the hoods please introduce yourself, I need as much support as possible.

Anywho, on to the question. I've recently acquired a juicer and find juicing to be super delicious and healthy. I'm wondering if anyone out there has used juicing to get some of the nutrients we need after surgery or is it a no no? I've noticed that sometimes the juices I make can be super sweet (Beets, carrots, apple, and parsley juice this morning was like drinking candy! Yummy!).

Thanks for reading. Can't wait to read your responses.

[karenb4729 309]

I do juicing! My son and his wife brought me a juicer the day I came home from the hospital. I cleared it first with my Dr at my one week post op. Its a great way to get in your needed liquids as well as Vitamins. Right now this is the way I get in my veggies since I don't really have room when eating.

[Back~To~Amy 307]

Hi Natty and welcome to VST. After surgery, the primary focus of your diet will be getting in sufficient Protein and eating lower in carbs. I would imagine juice is very carb heavy. However, that being said, I don't worry too much about how many carbs I eat. I eat such a little amout of food now that, by virtue of eating a lot of protein, my carb count doesn't get that high. I don't see why you couldn't incorporate a Protein Powder into your juices. I wouldn't just juice without protein powder though because that is just liquid calories without our VSG'ers most important nutrient, protein. Best of luck to you on your journey.

[karenb4729 309]

Hi Natty - the carbs are pretty low if you are using veggies for your juices. For example, 8oz of spinach juice is only 3.5 carbs and beet juice is only 9 carbs. These are also good carbs to have in your diet plus you are getting in part of your 64oz of liquid a day. I treat this as part of my Water that I get in each day so I don't bother with Protein Powder. Both my Doctor and Nut are happy with this approach but I really suggest you talk to your own Dr and Nut and see what they say for you.

[Pre-OpLoser619 36]

Thanks for bringing this up! I never even thought about juicing as another option... This sounds great, I think I'll give it a try after surgery!

[Pookeyism 1,143]

Juicing is super good! Don't forget to add your herbs and other small things that can make a juice!

Cayenne pepper, bee pollen, orange juice, honey (forget about the carbs if you are about a month or so past and you get an OK - honey and such and in moderation are good carbs!) nectarine and papaya is a great juice/smoothy - you put the papaya in last frozen and blend wit what you juiced - and the cayenne perrer and bee pollen at the papaya stage, too.

Look for local juice bars, too - you can try juices before going our and spending alot. When you are busy, and a regular, you can usually begin to get a deal on your juice, too - enough to last a couple of days, but it is best fresh.

Another thing - take your oum container and see if they offer a green discount - that is, a small discount for a refill rather than throw away - and they save on the cost of a cup, lid and straw.

If you are anywhere near Houston try Juicy in the Sky...most awesome juice bar!

[Pookeyism 1,143]

I know someone who has a George Forman Juicer for sale - brand new - I was there the two times she used it - she now wants a Vita-somethigng mixer...let me know if you need a juicer, and i will see what she wants for it.

[Changing B4YourEyes 118]

Thanks for this topic, I am saving for a juicer and plan on using it to get in my vegetables as part of my liquids after surgery. I went out yesterday and passed up the magic bullet for a hand blender so that I can get my juicer in a couple of weeks.

[elindoll88 92]

Hi Natty! I was sleeved through Richmond Kaiser too. If you don't know already, we have a support group that meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month. Next meeting is 6:00 on Wed. July 18. All meetings are in room 317, probably the same room as your orientation.

[Natty76 5]

Thanks everyone for your responses!!! I will definitely talk to my doctor and nurse about juicing. It's so yummy! And elindoll88 I have heard of the group and plan to be there on the 18th.

[ICandothis 108]

Thanks everyone for your responses!!! I will definitely talk to my doctor and nurse about juicing. It's so yummy! And elindoll88 I have heard of the group and plan to be there on the 18th.

I have done tons of research and actually have the goal after surgery well now really to become raw.....fresh juice and smoothies are amazing.....add hemp for Protein awesome .....

[Pre-OpLoser619 36]

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Please let me know...i would be interested!

[Lorrie Knox Malone 4]

Hi all, I am scheduled for surgery 7/13...I know...friday the 13th! sucks, but my surgeon said he's fine with it, won't be the first time. So I'm not concerned.

I am starting the low fat liquids tomorrow for the week, I have a Vitamix blender and a Champion juicer, I love them. I have made home made Tomato Soup, oat meal smoothie, vegg smoothie, I am so excited to get started, I have the band, since 2008, but its slipped and is ready to come out. It's done it's job Ive maintained a solid 60lb weight loss for 4yrs. The band cant do anymore then it has for me. So my surgeon is confident w/the sleeve for me....I am so excited!! I am a relaxed vegan...I am adding organic greek yogurt to my diet for pre and post op...and probably for at least the first yr. Untll I feel out of the woods w/healing and all that involves...Did I mention I am sooooo excited!!!! Bring it on!! I am so glad to have stumpled across this group. Would love to share notes and thoughts

[Pre-OpLoser619 36]

Hi all' date=' I am scheduled for surgery 7/13...I know...friday the 13th! sucks, but my surgeon said he's fine with it, won't be the first time. So I'm not concerned.

I am starting the low fat liquids tomorrow for the week, I have a Vitamix blender and a Champion juicer, I love them. I have made home made Tomato Soup, oat meal smoothie, vegg smoothie, I am so excited to get started, I have the band, since 2008, but its slipped and is ready to come out. It's done it's job Ive maintained a solid 60lb weight loss for 4yrs. The band cant do anymore then it has for me. So my surgeon is confident w/the sleeve for me....I am so excited!! I am a relaxed vegan...I am adding organic greek yogurt to my diet for pre and post op...and probably for at least the first yr. Untll I feel out of the woods w/healing and all that involves...Did I mention I am sooooo excited!!!! Bring it on!! I am so glad to have stumpled across this group. Would love to share notes and thoughts[/quote']

Welcome and congrats!

[joyful noise 101]

I am glad we can use the juicer. I got mine for Christmas from my daughter and i LOVE carrot juice.< /p>