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[Cococat 119]

krtcrv -

I have not gotten that advice, but it might be right for you. Everyone is different. If I were you I would never touch those things again. They have such a high fat content. But of course, I sneak stuff that I know has empty calories. I don't think your advisors are telling you that you will never be able to eat those things or you will explode, or something. I think it probably has to do with ... "Now that I have your attention, I am going to change your eating habits by forbidding you certain foods. The longer you can resist fatty foods and empty calories, the better."

Early after the sleeve operation, ANY spicy food hurts! Don't eat any! But I was sleeved in Sept of last year and I can eat shrimp with a little bit of cocktail sauce (but I cannot take much). I like shrimp. Protein shakes really satisfy. Your advisors know what they want to impress you with - healthy food choices - and if they can break you of your fat/salt/sugar/carbs cravings, you can break the cycle of cravings and lead you to a healthier lifestyle. The cravings diminish as you leave them alone. I don't have the wild cravings for fat/salt/sugars/carbs, but I know if I do not resist them, the old devils will come roaring back - or maybe I am just frightened that they will.

I am told that in Europe, most bariatric surgeons let their patients go on to "regular" food when they feel comfortable to do so. Who knows? The European diet is generally healthier, they say, and the portions are smaller. Americans chow down. So, should you eat sausages or hotdogs - no, but ... the sinners like myself still wrestle with them.

[Sherry S 103]

I agree w/Patsy1947 the Premier Protein is the best. I get mine from Sams 12 for $18 and bought the powered also. I like the ready made, grab and go. I've tried a lot of other brands but keep coming back to Premier.

I'm going to switch to costco and will post why in a new post.

I have tried a few and i like the Premier Protein the best plus it has 30g of Protein and only 160cals low fat and only 1 g of sugar . i really like to blend it with ice then its like a milk shake. costos has a case of 18 for $24 some times on sale for $20

[patsy1947 42]

SHERRY have you tried the shakes blended with ice its like a milkshake, a treat for sure.

[Sherry S 103]

I've tried the Premiere power mixed w/water and ice chips. Almost too foamy. Do you use the premade shakes with ice in a blender?

I've gained 7 lbs through bad eating and now am going to get back to the correct way to do things. Saw a video on this site for Dr Matthew Weiner a bariatric surgeon and am going to check out his A Pound of Cure book also look on his web site and You tube for his other videos.

Sadly I have no problem eating anything and my mind erroneously let me believe I could. Now I have to curb that thinking.

Enough of my whining. LOL

[VSGAnn2014 12,992]

No hot dogs? No sausage?

First I've EVER heard of that instruction.

I've already had both. With no problems.

[kitcrv 1]

Thanks for your experiences with hot dogs/ sausages and spicy foods folks ! I'm 4 months post op, so I think I might just have a bite of one ( not a spicy one! ) when the family is having them...without the bun, and then have my own Protein, like tuna or shrimp on a salad....that should satisfy my interest in how they taste and how they go down without causing too much damage, aye? lol

[patsy1947 42]

OMG sheery, i am so glad i read your p;ost its sounds like what is happening to me. let me know about the a poundof cure.

[Sherry S 103]

Go to his website www.drmatthewweiner.com he has a ton of videos on weight loss surgery and everything that goes with it.

I ordered the book and will follow his advice. I can't let myself gain weight because of my eating. I just have to change it.

I'll keep you informed.

OMG sheery, i am so glad i read your p;ost its sounds like what is happening to me. let me know about the a poundof cure.

[patsy1947 42]

thanks sherry, im sure going to look at the video , i need help and buy the book for sure.

[Sherry S 103]

Keep in touch and let me know how your doing.

[patsy1947 42]

I will . you kee;p in touch too . good luck to both of us

[toler48 120]

Sheesh, had my second of four meetings with the docs assistant yesterday. Now he tells me I need to lose weight during this four month period!! First they say don't lose any weight, now he says lose! Wish they'd make up their minds. I only have one shot at getting this approved by Medicare and I sure don't want to screw it up.

I'll make sure I lose a couple pounds by the next visit.

I still have the ESG procedure to schedule. He said to wait until ins. approves the sleeve surgery before scheduling the ESG. I also have to have a colonoscopy and will have both done at one time.

I am weening myself off my Diet Cokes. I only have one a day, and by the middle of August, or earlier, I will be off them completely. He put the fear of God into me about dark colas of any kind.

He also told me to start taking Aloe Vera juice. He said it would help with healing later, plus it would help with my acid reflux and maybe I can get off the pills for that before surgery. The other benefit of the Aloe Vera juice is it will help keep me from becoming constipated, which is a very good thing.

He showed my hubby a video of the surgery. I thought it was fascinating, my hubby didn't say a word LOL.

That's the latest from Tucson

Hope everyone is doing good, post some updates folks!

[Cococat 119]

Toler:

If you just drink Protein drinks and take your vitamin/mineral supplements, you will lose weight fast. I think the doctor needs to know you are committed to losing weight and can/will follow directions.

My doctor said that getting off solid foods and just taking Protein Drinks for 10 days prior would shrink my liver and that would help for the operation. I was on board with everything. He could have told me to wear palm fronds on my head and do the hula and I would have agreed to do anything he said. Fortunately, it did not get that bad.

Drop Diet Coke and all carbonated drinks. Forget they ever existed. You are not giving up anything. Don't think of it as "giving up" something. You are getting your life back. You are getting YOU back.

[Lady1putt 24]

Hey you!!! Hang in there....it does get crazy! I like the Aloe Vera juice plan!

My doc took the initial weight for Medicare so hopefully that works for you.

I did both procedure at one time outpatient. Then you only have to drink that awful stuff one time I am so pleased for you! I have not looked back one time! Feel great and love watching the scale going down.

Smiles, Linda

[reallyrosy 161]

Toler48 n tell me abt aloe bera juice. Caliriea? Free drink? I get constipated often