January 2020 Surgery Folks

[rene50 147]

Hi girls! I'm still doing good. Weight loss is about 1 pound every other day, instead of pound a day, but I'm A-okay with that. I've managed to up my calories and that seemed to get my weight loss moving again. I'm eating about 700-800 calories a day and feeling so much better as far as energy. I've lost 30 pounds in 38 days and I'm so thrilled. No problems with any foods so far, but haven't tried a salad yet.

[Emma1984 1]

Hi so glad I found this thread. I am feeling really anxious and miserable. I unfortunately got surgically induced pneumonia and I think that is what triggered my anxious state. I can’t seem to feel ok. I’m exhausted permanently. Is anyone else feeling like this ?

[Uomograsso 364]

Hit a stall last week, they are bound to happen. I actually gained 0.6 lbs over last Friday's weight, but still under 300 lbs. NSV, I bought a couple of 2XL shirts in December as I had a bogo coupon. Put one on today and it fits! I haven't worn 2XL shirt in about 20 years.

[NovaLuna 710]

31 minutes ago, Uomograsso said:

Hit a stall last week, they are bound to happen. I actually gained 0.6 lbs over last Friday's weight, but still under 300 lbs. NSV, I bought a couple of 2XL shirts in December as I had a bogo coupon. Put one on today and it fits! I haven't worn 2XL shirt in about 20 years.

Sorry about your stall, but yes they do happen and I had one last week, but have already lost 3 pounds in 3 days due to a bout of stomach flu, which is definitely not the best way to lose weight, but for right now I'll take it.

And congrats on fitting in a size you haven't for a while! I know exactly how that feels! I went dress shopping with my sister for her wedding as I'm her Maid of Honor and I fit into a size 24 dress! (I used to be a 32) I'm slightly worried though as her wedding is a month away and I'm unsure if I should just have bought a size down because now I'm not sure the 24 will fit for her wedding... Anyway, you'll get over that hurdle soon and before you know it you'll be down another size and putting on an XL!

[Mitsu531 12]

I'm five weeks and I get only around 300-500 on most days. I get more if I do small meals throughout the day and dense caloric food like nuts etc. I'm trying but some food doesn't work lol

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I'm 7 weeks out as well. I have been averaging 500-700 calories. Yesterday for the first time I ate approximately 1000 calories! I couldn't believe it. My stomach handled it all great. Which was a surprise. Obviously, I'm not going to eat that many calories everyday as I'm trying to loose weight and keep my belly small.
It feels as though my stitches are all healed and I'm good to go on regular foods. Dr. did release me to eat whatever I wanted, although I tend to eat food on the softer side.

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[Mitsu531 12]

Yes I also went through that stage. Idk what eating plan ur currently in or on lol but I looked up Bariatric meals in line. My favorite one during soft food or even purée was the shellys ricotta bake!!! It is so delicious!! I freeze little portions and take them with me for lunches. But there are tons of ideas! I also did like zucchini boats. Stuffed eggplant. Stuffed mushrooms. Turkey bacon wrapped Brussels sprouts. Grilled or baked asparagus. Salads. Cucumber Tomato and avocado salsa. Chickpea salad. There are tons of options.

Thanks Sarahsingh91, I'm trying different foods now and seem to be doing much better. I have been released to eat whatever I want, but being cautious I stuck to my the same soft, mushy foods. I'm branching out now, slowly...[emoji3]

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[Mitsu531 12]

Anyone else suffering from really low energy and lack of concentration? 7 weeks out

Yes! Getting in 60 of Protien is a big issue for me. I still have not made it. I average between 35-45 of Protein a day. Doc says get the Protein in, I'll have more energy and concentration. I'm 7 weeks too.

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[sarahSingh91 233]

On 03/05/2020 at 19:46, rene50 said:

Hi girls! I'm still doing good. Weight loss is about 1 pound every other day, instead of pound a day, but I'm A-okay with that. I've managed to up my calories and that seemed to get my weight loss moving again. I'm eating about 700-800 calories a day and feeling so much better as far as energy. I've lost 30 pounds in 38 days and I'm so thrilled. No problems with any foods so far, but haven't tried a salad yet.

My weight loss is about 4 lbs a week. Is what my happy scales says I’m averaging so about a lb every other day. It’s so nice to see the scale moving each week.

[sarahSingh91 233]

On 03/06/2020 at 06:15, Emma1984 said:

Hi so glad I found this thread. I am feeling really anxious and miserable. I unfortunately got surgically induced pneumonia and I think that is what triggered my anxious state. I can’t seem to feel ok. I’m exhausted permanently. Is anyone else feeling like this ?

I felt pretty tired. I am very active I work out. I work. And I have 3 little children one being 6 months. I went to my family doctor and got prescribed the nasal B12 just a side note my insurance was fussy over covering it without a pre auth. And it is $700. There is also a monthly injection. I would defiantly try that! Also the more I got up and moving and busy it also helped with energy. I just find myself pretty drained by the time I lay my head down. Our bodies are working very hard shedding our extra weight. So we should expect some lags.

[sarahSingh91 233]

On 03/07/2020 at 08:26, Mitsu531 said:

Yes! Getting in 60 of Protien is a big issue for me. I still have not made it. I average between 35-45 of Protein a day. Doc says get the Protein in, I'll have more energy and concentration. I'm 7 weeks too.

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I struggle with protein also because I do not add protein mixes. They mess with my stomach. So I get all my protein from fish chicken and veggies. Have you watch DR V on YouTube? He covers a great video on protein and how much you need etc and why a lot of programs push an insane amount of protein and what times you need to up protein like workout times etc. it is a great video. Let me try and find it


https://youtu.be/MqKbHM3n9Yw

[sarahSingh91 233]

I think I’m starting to see my old waist :) I am struggling to lose weight in my chest still. Hmmm? Anyone else have this problem? I do spot of lifting in the gym

[PostVSGandKeto 69]

So as of today I am cleared for all foods!!!! And just in time for my family trip to Florida, can't wait to see what works!

[PostVSGandKeto 69]

48 minutes ago, sarahSingh91 said:

I think I’m starting to see my old waist I am struggling to lose weight in my chest still. Hmmm? Anyone else have this problem? I do spot of lifting in the gym

Looking good! Definitely seeing your waist!

[PostVSGandKeto 69]

Good God, I had my first real meal with my family last night, and my mom made a giant beef tenderloin, and I ate a whole piece (not sure on weight, but probably less than 2oz), and I was nervous, but I chewed it well and it was so good!!!!! And I barely felt it at all in my stomach. I'm so excited to be eating real solid food again. I hope everything else goes just as well. Tonight I'm having chicken thighs!

[sarahSingh91 233]

On 03/08/2020 at 08:18, PostVSGandKeto said:

Good God, I had my first real meal with my family last night, and my mom made a giant beef tenderloin, and I ate a whole piece (not sure on weight, but probably less than 2oz), and I was nervous, but I chewed it well and it was so good!!!!! And I barely felt it at all in my stomach. I'm so excited to be eating real solid food again. I hope everything else goes just as well. Tonight I'm having chicken thighs!

Boneless skinless chicken thighs are my go to! That and fish lol they say great with me. Chicken breast sits a little rough. Idk why