August Post Ops

[Princess Sarah 47]

Hey ladies and any gents.

I was wondering if anyone knows the deal about caffeine? I was told in the beginning no caffeine but that was pre-op. I don't see my doc for a few more weeks so I thought I'd ask my peeps!

Also Happy Thanksgiving...stay strong!

[deaddemmama 474]

Hey ladies and any gents.

I was wondering if anyone knows the deal about caffeine? I was told in the beginning no caffeine but that was pre-op. I don't see my doc for a few more weeks so I thought I'd ask my peeps!

Also Happy Thanksgiving...stay strong!

Generally a no no, but my dr and nut allow me a cup of coffee a day.

[terry1118 1,274]

I was told no caffeine for six months. It's acidic and bad for your healing pouch. It's a diuretic and can contribute to dehydration and you don't want to use a diuretic as a substitute for beneficial fluids. A bonus or me is I've been sleeping unbelievably better since giving up caffeine. :-)

I'm six months out and see my nut today. With the cold weather coming it would be nice to have an occasional cup of coffee so I'll ask her about it today. I might not like it anymore - I've come to really like Decaf green tea! :-)

[bloreorbust 286]

Caffeine can interfere with the absorbtion of Calcium, and the high acidity can be damaging to a healing stomach. That said, my surgeon allows it with the following caveats: 1) I don't drink it with my vitamins; 2) Not more than a 2 cups a day; 3) It doesn't count towards my Fluid intake, so I still need 8+ glasses of Water a day.

[Princess Sarah 47]

So it's getting cold out. I found this diet swiss miss hot cocco. I make it with nonfat milk and some Sugar Free Chocolate coffee-mate. Sooo good not many calories and getting Protein from the milk. Also can add some Protein Powder. Not an everyday drink but nice for a cold night!

[terry1118 1,274]

Faunce Corner Nutrition in Dartmouth MA has a hot chocolate mix that has 12gr of Protein. I bought a couple boxes - one for work and one for home. :-)

[bloreorbust 286]

Head hunger, head hunger, head hunger. And my brain tells me that hunger can only be sated with cheese. Apparently my brain is not with the program. This tummy doesn't have hunger anymore, not like it used to.

[CrisG 70]

Haven't seen any August post lately. How is everyone?? I still struggle with the Protein. As of yesterday I am down 94 from my highest weight 67 since surgery. I had a goal of being down 100 by New Years but I don't think that will happen. Trying not to beat myself up over it.

Looking forward to seeing some updates from you guys!

[mzshay35 215]

Im down 70 since surgery 8/28 wish it was more but im happy having blood pressure issues i need ti eat more and more Protein i working on

[bloreorbust 286]

I'm down exactly 50 since surgery, and 80 for the year. Not as fast as I had hoped and some manage. However, my checkup yesterday really put it into perspective. With my body fat/muscle percentages, I have lost 48lbs of fat. Just fat. And gone from 72 BMI to a 58. That at least makes me feel better progress.

[Princess Sarah 47]

13 more lbs until Onederland!

Also I had a great check up on Thursday and the doc said I can have chicken and caffeine! Whoop!!!!

[Robert Angel 43]

My Surgery date was 8/12 I have lost 80lbs since. I am so excited to see how well everything is working out. I was scared at first and once I started the pre and post op liquid diet I was freaking out but I'm 5mo post op and loving life. I love trying new Protein rich foods. I enjoy food more than ever because I take my time and taste each bite now. I am now at 224 down from 304. my goal is 170lbs I hope by this time next year I will be here sharing my story at my goal weight. Cheers everyone and stay strong and focused throughout this Holiday week

[kloveburd 132]

Ok I have to share with everyone cause I'm so excited and happy!!

Today I am down 100 pounds since my highest weight!.... And also yesterday my boyfriend proposed! I am so beyond happy!!!

[mzshay35 215]

Ok I have to share with everyone cause I'm so excited and happy!!

Today I am down 100 pounds since my highest weight!.... And also yesterday my boyfriend proposed! I am so beyond happy!!!

Condrads

[mzshay35 215]

Ok I have to share with everyone cause I'm so excited and happy!!

Today I am down 100 pounds since my highest weight!.... And also yesterday my boyfriend proposed! I am so beyond happy!!!

Congrads