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desertmom's Blog
 

Change

There's been a lot of things going on in my head over the past 3 weeks.I have to come to terms with a lot of stuff.Being mindful has never being one of my strong points.The moment something gets emotionally uncomfortable,I would just retreat in my mindless world of eating.Since I cannot do that anymore I have been going through a bit of depression I think.   I have to face the fact that I just dont heal as fast as I wanted to.When I walk I still get this pain in the back...really badly.The white coating on my tongue is a nightmare for me.I struggle to swallow and hate this fluffy feeling I have in the back of my throat.It should go away at some point,I cant wait!   Being of the kind that always thinks I know better than everyone..lol..I planned on doing my protein with food only.Now I am on soft foods I thought I would do it for sure!Well,its not happening is it?I can do quarter cup of food at a time.I opened different cans of stuff (expensive stuff!) that I kind of feel obligated to eat,but it takes days to finish a can.I will start cooking clean foods from today so I can see how many calories and proteins I am really eating.the past 2 days I did a protein bar per day that is calories that I consume and then I didnt feel like food.   This is really more difficult than I thought it would be.Getting on with my life is difficult.Planning everything ahead of time is what gets to me.   My head knows it is going to get easier.My lying deceiving heart is just petrified that I will not lose weight.  
desertmom

desertmom

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sweetplowgirl35's Blog
 

Compare Vitamins*minerals*supplements. What Does Everyone Else Take?

Lap Band Surgery Date - Feb. 24, 2012   I was just wondering if we all take the same Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements since we all have had the same surgery. I would like to compare and just see if we all are taking the same ones.   This is a list of what I take everyday. 1. Multi Vitamins - chewable 1 a day adults or 2 a day childrens. 2. Calcium Supplement - 1 Tums 2x a day for total of at least 1000mg a day for 8 weeks then 1 a day. 3. Prenatal Vitamins - 1 chewable a day 4. Biotin - 2000 - 2400 mcg per day (crushed and take with applesauce) 5. Vitamin B-12 - 1000 mcg sublingual tabs 2 times a day 6. Replesta - I tablet a week for 8 weeks then 1 tablet a month (Medical Food Vitamin D3) 7. B-12 - Nasal spray one dose once a week. 8. Calcium Citrate - 2 times a day total of 1500 mg (starting April 13) 9. Protein - High protein diet and supplement at least 20 grams daily   I also have to drink at least 64 oz. of water daily. ( I'm not getting enough water but trying hard)     This is everything I take on a daily and weekly basis. Please respond and let me know what you all have to take.   Thanks.
sweetplowgirl35

sweetplowgirl35

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Is that a Fat Joke?
 

They're Finally Getting It!

I recently saw a new station talking about a new clinical study out showing the effects of WLS on diabetes Type II. I found this article taken from Seattle PI.com   Weight Loss Surgery for Diabetes Patients – A Problematic Choice Share4   With obesity rates in the United States and around the world continuously rising, surgery for weight loss is becoming an ever more acceptable option. Now, two clinical studies suggest that diabetics can benefit from operations as well. Type 2 (or adult-onset) diabetes is mostly linked to weight problems and has reached similarly epidemic proportions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of diabetes cases has nearly tripled over the last three decades and affects today more than 20 million Americans. Both study reports – one from Italy, the other from the United States – concluded that surgical procedures, a.k.a. bariatric surgery, by which the size of the stomach is considerably reduced, enabled patients not only to lose weight but also manage their blood sugar levels more effectively than traditional measures like dieting and medication. Bariatric Surgery Can Carry Great Risks, Including Malnutrition The findings, which were published in the New England Journal of Medicine, may change how many diabetes cases will be treated in the future. Proponents of bariatric surgery say the studies confirmed that stomach size reduction should no longer be seen as a last resort but should be considered earlier in the treatment of obese patients with type 2 diabetes. Others warned that more studies are needed and that the risks in connection with the procedures available today remain high. According to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), about 200,000 surgical procedures for weight loss are performed annually in the U.S. The National Institute of Health (NIH) says that surgery should only be recommended for people with a body mass index (B.M.I.) of over 40, or over 35 for those with diabetes and other serious illnesses related to weight problems. For the studies, the researchers limited themselves to three types of weight loss surgery: Roux-en-Y, biliopancreatic diversion and sleeve gastrectomy. Roux-en-Y is the most commonly applied method of gastric bypass surgery, by which a small part of the stomach is sealed off and then directly connected to the small intestine. Biliopancreatic diversion removes large parts of the stomach and bypasses the majority of the small intestine as well, which limits both food intake and absorption of nutrients. Sleeve gastrectomy reshapes the stomach into a smaller tube but does not alter the way food enters or leaves it. Needless to say, these are all very drastic steps to prevent weight gain and a host of diseases that often go with it, including diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, high cholesterol and so forth. As a dietitian, my greatest concern is how the anatomical changes affect the metabolism of patients. Because bariatric surgery limits food intake so dramatically and also diminishes the absorption of nutrients, there is a great risk of malnutrition. Especially a sufficient supply of protein, which is extremely important during rapid weight loss for overall health and to allow for proper healing from the surgery, can become hard to obtain. Part of the reason for this is that the initial digestion of proteins takes place in the stomach, which after surgery is not only reduced in size but also in capacity. Even more problematic is the hindered absorption of essential nutrients in the small intestine because some or much of it is bypassed. This affects the absorption of carbohydrates, proteins and fats but also vitamins and minerals. Potential complications, not only from the surgical procedure itself but also from the nutritional deficiencies, are multiple. Bariatric surgery should never be considered as a quick fix, on par with cosmetic surgery. It is a profound alteration of the digestive system that is risky and requires permanent changes in diet and lifestyle choices. Intensive post-operational counseling and strict observation of nutritional guidelines are an absolute must. Timi Gustafson R.D. is a clinical dietitian and author of the book “The Healthy Diner – How to Eat Right and Still Have Fun”®, which is available on her blog, “Food and Health with Timi Gustafson R.D.” (http://www.timigustafson.com), and at amazon.com. You can follow Timi on Twitter and on Facebook.
mags2u

mags2u

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Xrystyl's Blog
 

A New Me.....i Still Can't Believe It

So, today I looked in the mirror. I mean really looked in the mirror and what I saw was a new me. I haven't really noticed how much I have really really changed because everytime I would look in the mirror I still saw the old me. The fat me. How is that possible to still see that person, honestly Im not really sure.   I am amazed at my journey. How I have gone from a size 20-22 to a size 6. From 240 lbs to 143 lbs. I am 3 lbs from goal of 100 lbs. That is an amazing accomplishment. It wasnt always easy. Surgery is NOT an easy way out. Its the tool that some of us need to help us.   When I was diagnosed with Severe Sleep Apnea in December 2010 I knew this was it. I had been fighting with my weight from my PCOS and was getting depressed and frustrated that nothing was working. Diets and exercise were not working either. The PCOS had made it very difficult. Which then caused me to have this severe Sleep Apnea. My PCP was so concerned about the Sleep Study that within 4 days I was given a CPAP machine.   That was enough for me to talk to her about getting referred for a lap-band (which was what I was thinking of doing in the beginning). So she referred me to a surgeon and I started the process. It was quick I was surprised, but then being military...Triwest stopped my surgery referral and sent me to the Naval Hospital Surgery Center where I pretty much had to start my process all over and take even more steps. I did get to finish quickly since most of my testing was already done outside.   The surgeon was awesome. He explained all the different types of surgery to me and I researched them all. I got to choose which one was best for me. I wasnt swayed one way or the other. They let me decide. So I chose the Sleeve. That was awesome.   My Niece was also seeing the same surgeon I was and she had told me about the sleeve. The two of us took this journey together and we ended up having surgery on the same day back to back. It was awesome having her as a support system as we started our journey down the liquid phase and so on together   I will be 11 mos post op on April 18th. I have found that things I used to eat are nasty and gross now. I have found that I can tolerate somethings more than others. I have realized that even though I was eating right before the surgery that it wasnt enough to help. I don't eat much anymore, I try to eat every 2 hours but for me thats hard. I don't enjoy food like I used to. Yes there are times I will eat something and think Im in heaven LOL, but there are many times that food just doesnt interest me.   I am thankful for the sleeve. I love that I had the loving support of my Husband, my parents, my grandmother, and several friends. I didnt care what the negative people had to say. If they couldnt be happy for me or support my decision then they were not worth my time. This was a life changing decison that saved my life.   I went hiking and boulder-ing for the first time in my life. I can keep up with my kids. My husband loved me before and still loves me after. He has always told me that I was beautiful. I have to admit the SEX (LOL) is amazing I know TMI, but trust me, you will see too I had to share Im not embarrassed to admit that at all.   I look in the mirror and I see the new me. My self-esteem is high, Im happy, I love riding bikes with my kids. They love that I can chase after them, play with them and I dont get winded climbing up a flight of stairs.   Each and every surgery is a personal choice. I tell everyone do your research and don't let anyone discourage you. This is for you and you only. You have the power and the strength   Be happy with who you are and know that no matter what there are others out there that can be your support system. I am happy to share things with each and every one of you. Just ask I will share food ideas and other things with anyone who wants to know.   GOOD LUCK EVERYONE ON YOUR JOURNEYS AND PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS HERE WITH ME
Xrystyl

Xrystyl

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sweetsoutherngirl's Blog
 

Lesson Learned

So I knew the day would come, but I have been so careful. I chew until I cant chew anymore but over the weekend, I had my first major stuck episode. My hubby had to be rushed in for emergency surgery on Saturday and my family brought food for myself and my kids. I decided to have a couple bites of fried fish and I did not chew well at all. It was horrible. I felt like I was being stabbed in the side. It took about five minutes for everything to pass, but the pain was awful. So lesson learned, chew carefully.
sweetsoutherngirl

sweetsoutherngirl

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Taking Those First Steps
 

Halfway Done!

I'm officially done with all of the pre-work. All I have left is to meet with the surgeon and have the pre-op class, then surgery! I'm so excited. I've been following the Pre-Bariatric Surgery eating plan for about a week and a half now (3 meals a day and 2 protein drinks, eating out of only 4 food groups) and I'm down almost 7 lbs.   Today I finished up with the psychologist and reviewed the scores from the MMPI test. Although she cleared me for surgery, she suggested that I meet with a psychologist locally to follow up for another session or two. My scores were great in most areas except two, self-image and emotional coping. The self-image I totally get, and need to improve because I'm afraid that even at my goal I'll still see the fat girl in the mirror. The emotional coping - I thought she was crazy until she explained what it meant - and there is no way I could have argued. I went through some childhoold trauma and my parents had an explosive, horrid divorce about 7 years ago that I was in the middle of. I guess you don't make it out of that without some emotional baggage and surprisingly enough, ignoring it was not the correct thing to do. So I have some work to do, but not work that will hinder me having surgery.   Besides, I want to be healthy and part of that is mentally, not just my body.   The psychologist asked for a few days to get her report to the surgery coordinator, then I should be hearing from the nurse to set up the appointment with the surgeon. The good news is, I've almost completely satisified my deductible so my surgery should cost me next to nothing. I've managed to get about 10 weeks worth of pre work done in 4, so as long as I keep moving at that pace I should be able to be banded by the end of April or early May.
jen_1381

jen_1381

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Brittney Nicole's Blog
 

Introduction

Hi! My name is Brittney and i'm a 25 year old mommy to one beautiful 2 year old boy named Jackson. I was banded on 3-23-12 and I figured I would keep a little blog about my struggles and successes!       Today was my first day back at work since my surgery and it's been surprisingly really good. I have stuck with my doctor's diet to a 'T' but I can feel my body getting more hungry and it actually makes my stomach growl. Even though I would love to eat everything in the cafe downstairs, I haven't. I'm still sticking to my liquids and sugar free stuff.   I have my first post surgery dr's appt on Wednesday and i'm really looking forward to visiting with my surgeon and seeing what he has to say and the direction we're moving in. I'm really excited about my new lifestyle and it's hard already but this is the best i've ever done with a new "lifestyle change" and I plan to stick to this as best as I can! But I can't lie, i'm really looking forward to having solid foods soon
brittneynicole

brittneynicole

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Fifty Not Fat Blog
 

Things I Didn't Know (Lol)

Let me say to every who is think about having this surgery DO IT! Man each day is just getting better and better. Many people choose to undergo this surgery as a means to improve health not looks. If your suffering from sleep apnea, diabetes, high blood pressure or other obesity related illness, this is the reset button! i'm 3 weeks post op and no longer need my CPAP, blood pressure 120/80, Blood suger 128. The day I got home I walked one mile and have increase that until now i'm riding six mile on my bike. Also waiting for clearance to lift weights.   Now the downside: I was not aware that I was not to eat more than 1oz, so of course i was trying to eat the allowed 4oz, I figured out that will not happen right now. I think it was a mind thing because I am almost never hungry. Still working on the fluid increase i was able to drink 80 for a couple of days but, that started reflux, so if any one has any ideas on dealing with that let me know. My reflux shows up about 5 to 6am every morning for the last week and a half.   The fact that i can get out and be active again is so cool! I'm down to 225, but my focus is to get physically fit again. So I hope for those how have doubts that we on the forum, can give you the info you need to make a educated choice. this is a tool not a miracle cure for obesity, so if you can start approaching food and exercise with the right attitude you will be well on your way to being healthy.
For my family and myself
 

6 Days

Six day out and Im kinda feeling worst. I feel as I did the day I got out of surgery with not being able or at least feeling as I cant or am having trouble breathing. Is this normal? Ive thought about calling my dr but....   Today is the first day to be taking care of my daughter all alone since I was banded so maybe thats why I feel so bad????   On a happier note I did get on the scale this morning and im down 8lbs. Goodness if only I had the will power to be on a iquid diet maybe I wouldnt have had to get this done??? LOL JK I know I needed to get this. I needed to get this done so that I could have a long happy healthy life with my family. So that I could chase my daughter around the play ground when she starts walking. So that I could fianlly for once in my life be happy with myself. But this is no piece of cake. It is hard and I am just so thankful for all my family and friends who have helped out and I so happy that I have the site. It has really helped me.   Tomorrow I go in to have the staples removed so praying that will help with a little bit of the pain. And on to a soft food diet. Kinda scared about that though. This gas is killing me. LOL no really it is.
Eviees mommy

Eviees mommy

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Sleeved by Dr. Kelly in Mexico
 

Leaving Mexico And The Airport

We left Mexico this morning about 6:30 a.m. It took us 2 hours to cross the border. Ana said that on Sunday's it can take upward of 4 hours. The only thing I regret is not taking my water bottle out of my backpack in the back and drink it while we were waiting in line. I'm sure I could have go an extra 8 oz in that way.   I've had one 8 oz bottle of water and a popsicle so far. I'm in the middle of getting down an apple juice I bought at the airport (a little too sweet for me but I will plug away at it....that will give me an 15 additional ounces of liquid). I want to try the fresh squeezed OJ (if no pulp) to see if the acidic nature of it "bothers" my tummy.   I was super cheesed that I had to throw out my perfect 8 oz water bottle going through security. It felt less overwhelming then the regular 16 oz bottles.
mrsteacher

mrsteacher

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Phoenix Rising's Blog
 

2 Weeks Post Op - Calm And Relieved

Hi Everyone,   Well, if you have been keeping up with my blog you will know that I was a bit concerned as I felt I was able to eat far too much!!!   Today I again had a boiled egg with cheese for lunch. This time I made sure I counted how many teaspoons worth I ate. I realised that I only took about half a teaspoon at a time and by the time I had finished all the egg I had had eight half teaspoons. In other words 4 full teaspoons of egg and cheese. Woopee. Others can manage three teaspoons so my four, although more, is not too excessive. Boy was I relieved. Now I am sure they did remove most of my stomach and not just make some scars as a placebo effect!   So today is two whole weeks since surgery, and apart from the scars and getting tired very quickly I am extremely well. In fact I would say that everything was ticketyboo! I realise just how lucky I am and am indeed so very thankful. I hate feeling ill, so to feel this good so soon after a fairly major surgery is just wonderful.   Hope everyone else is doing just fine too Phoenix
Phoenix Rising

Phoenix Rising

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chrissylu's Blog
 

Ugh! Monday. I Should Be Excited But I'm Not.

Its Monday. I should be excited but I'm really rather blah today. Why in the world should I be excited about Monday?? Because in about 24 hours, I am going for my 3rd fill and hopefully it will get me off this yo-yo I've been riding for the past week or so.   I have increased my protein, my calories, my water and my exercise. Nothing seems to be keeping me from going back and forth, back and forth over the same couple of pounds. I'm probably going to miss my short-term goal of fitting into a special dress for Easter this weekend. oh well.   On the bright side, I picked up some pictures from the photo lab on Saturday. They were from disposable cameras that we'd had for a couple of years and just hadn't had them developed. There was a picture of me that my son had taken. I literally gasped when I saw it. I do not, by any means, see myself as skinny yet. I barely see what HAS come off. But to look at the photo of myself...I just couldn't believe it. I couldn't believe I'd let myself get to that point. I couldn't believe how far I've come in such a short time. That picture really WAS worth a thousand words...I just won't list them here. LOL.   Time to get on with my day. I am DEFINITELY getting on the treadmill during my lunch break today!   God bless! ChrissyLu Insurance Consultation: 11/17/2011 Insurance Approval: 12/16/2011 Consult w/Dr. Morton: January 4, 2012 Pre-Op Diet: January 11, 2012 Banded January 25, 2012 As of today: 36lbs lost 15 inches gone   Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Nutrition Facts For Foods
chrissylu

chrissylu

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lageniafaye's Blog
 

Bouts Of Doubts

I had my surgery the 28th. Every day my body feels better, but I keep having doubts about being able to loose weight. I am so addicted to food and the act of eating that I worry about over eating. I am also hungry and nothing helps. I keep asking myself if I made the right choice. Does anyone else feel that way and what can I do?
lageniafaye

lageniafaye

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shues138's Journal
 

Back From The Conch Republic

Well I'm safely back at work after an amazing week in Key West. The weather was beautiful it literally rained 5 minutes one day and was sunny for the rest of the week. I did okay food wise, not a lot of snacking but a lot of big meals (and two slices of Key Lime Pie!).   Let's see, highlights of the week. The flight down was smooth, no problem at all, had a looong layover in Fort Lauderdale, it was boring! They had a Chili's with a very limited menu and I hate Chili's but I was starving, so I had some sliders which were gross.   Wednesday my mom and I drove up to Grassy Key to go to the Dolphin Research Center she really enjoyed it, it was a belated birthday gift for her so I treated her to that, breakfast and lunch. I have a new found love of mahi mahi and had a blackened mahi mahi sandwich at this restaurant in Key West, we loved it so much we brought my dad back for a last meal together on Friday night.   Thursday my dad and I chartered a boat and did some light tackle fishing out in the Gulf of Mexico. Light tackle fishing turned into deep sea fishing at some point, I'm not sure....anyway, after the boat captain casts out my line, I get a bite, and I start reeling, and reeling, and reeling, finally after a half hour and a couple of breaks, I reel in a 60lb Amberjack. My dad has pictures I'm dying to show the world, I was so proud of myself! The captain asked if I wanted to get it taxidermed (is that the word?) my dad started laughing knowing how much of an animal lover I am, I go "throw him back, I don't want him on my wall, he needs to live a long life!" meanwhile, my dad catches a 30 lb Amberjack that they throw in the cooler for dinner that night, I didn't find this out until we got back on the dock and the captain is gutting the fish....but it was good   Saturday I came home, I was so tired I had a late dinner of a steak and cheese sub at like 10:30 at night with the dbf. Sunday, he cooked eggs, sausage and toast, and we had general tso's shrimp for lunch. I am feeling the regret from this since I'm going in for a fill at 1pm, I know I lost something this month, I don't feel like I gained, my clothes fit fine but the scale will tell! If anything, I'll just get a lecture (actually I think they put in my chart I was coming back from vacation lol), a fill and get back on track again. I worked out one day on vacation, and I'm counting Thursday as a work out day because my left arm is still sore! Re-doing week three of c25k since I've been doing such a GREAT ::rolls eyes:: job at it! Actually Monday on vacation I re did week three and I was doing okay, not great, but not dying either, so we'll see how it goes.   Food wise this week---forget about cooking, after my fill, I'm going to pick up my cat from the kitty bed and breakfast and it's off to stop and shop since Smart Ones are 2 bucks each this week. There's my cooking for you lol. Sodium city, but I'm drinking a ton of water lately.   Well I guess that's all in my universe, once I get some pictures from vacation I will post them asap.  
shues138

shues138

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daniellec's Blog
 

Gas

So far I haven't had THAT much pain with gas. This morning -post-op day 5, I got up and moved around a bit and I almost couldn't breathe ! I had a HUGE gas bubble in my diaphram area. It is still there but has settled down a bit . Is that normal ? How long can I expect random "gas bubble attacks?"
daniellec

daniellec

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ChaChaBurch's Blog
 

Day 11 - Post Op

Had a really great weekend! Did some walking, and visiting with friends. On Sunday, our church had a cook-out (hamburgers, hot-dogs, all the trimmings) to celebrate everyone who had a birthday the 1st quarter of the year -- and a HUGE cake. My name was on the cake too, so I felt like I kinda needed to attend. I took my food (tuna salad - just tuna and LF mayo; mashed potatoes w/ gravy; and avocado mixed with LF mayo), and I wasn't even the least bit tempted. Even by the cake!   I have lost 19lbs at this point, and really find it amazing. I was worried that when I had the surgery, I might be one of the folks who weight loss was really slow to start, but so far, so good. I certainly don't expect to keep this up, but will enjoy it while it lasts. I'm sure that as I progress through the food phases, and eventually get back on regular food, the weight loss will drastically slow.   I noticed on Sunday that I can drink more than "baby sips". While I don't want to take large gulps, I'm thankful that the swelling in my sleeve has obviously been reduced. I don't really know exactly how much I can eat at any given time. I eat something (very slowly), until I get a "full" feeling. For me, feeling full means I just don't want any more. When I do eat, I take several minutes between bites. I've seen how others take that "one bite too many" and then have to pay the price, so I really don't want to over do it. Especially at this point! So, once I lose interest in whatever it is I'm eating, I stop.   Obviously I'm still struggling to get in the 60 - 70 grams of protein, but 2.5 ounces of tuna get me 21g, so between that and one of my shakes, I'm getting close!
ChaChaBurch

ChaChaBurch

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desertmom's Blog
 

Things To Accept

There are 2 things I have to accept at this point.   I make these minute little portions of soft food and then,just when I start to get into it,Im full.I am physically satisfied but mentally I am freaking out.I do tend to eat the rest of it later because of the head issue.And because if I dont I would also be one of the people complaining not getting beyond 300 calories per day.   Number 2 is the not drinking after eating.This is something I will have to start practising very seriously.I am not managing it now.I feel if I dont get a little sip of something when I finish eating all the food sits high in my esophagus and I cant get it down,even if it was only 3 baby bites.   One more thing.I've had this thick white coating on my tongue and in my throat since surgery.I put myself on mycostatin thinking it was thrush.Well,it didnt help,even high dosage of it.   Yesterday the pharmasist gave me daktarin gel and it seems to help.I take a 1cm piece of gel and gargle it and keep it in my mouth for as long as possible.The one thing that seems to make the coating worse is tea and sweeterner.I cut out the milk to see if it was the milk but it didnt get better without it.   The feeling in my throat is thich and fluffy and horrible.I really hope this goes away soon. I feel great.I lose like half a pound every day still.Should just walk more.
desertmom

desertmom

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pipenred's Blog
 

Protein Sssshakesss

Okay so i was sleeved 3/27/12 , 2days stay in hsptl 1st day aftr surgery was great (morphine) but baby when it wears off!!! so day 2-3 was stuff. day 4 the gas is more irritating than painful , im taking no pain meds (yeah) but i cant drink or SIP any of these protein shakes or soups . So im worried im not intaking enough proteins. any suggestions???????????????? oh yeah im down 10lbs in 5days yeah!!!!
pipenred

pipenred

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Sandfluffymama's Blog
 

Turnaround...

Greetings,   So I have decided to lay off the surgery for a while. God, I totally feel like I am putting the cat among the pigeons here...   I have been praying on this every Salat for the past month, hoping that Allah will guide me to making the right decision. And I believe He did, for the time being.   Firstly, I had a baby, only a mere 7 months ago - my breasts are still producing milk, even though I have stopped pumping which suggests to me that my hormones dont know whether to scratch their watches or wind their butts..I read that it can take a full year for your bod to get back to normal after having a baby.   Secondly, I gotta finish my dissertation this spring break - 12 000 words more to go - Oy Vey!   Thirdly, after having read oh so much literature on this surgery, I dont really feel like I have given it 'one last shot'. So I have started. I started the C25K programme which I am loving, and have lost 3kg this week. I bought a set of scales - something I NEVER EVER thought I would do because of my innate fear of them - and have used them.   Finally, after having met with my sleeved buddies (who I love TO DEATH) I have decided to give myself two conditions: a) if I become heavier than I am now then I will immediately do the surgery. if I do not become heavier but fail to lose a good amount of weight over the next year, then I will do the surgery.   My head has been totally up my butt over this and I have SO much admiration for everyone who has done this surgery. It is a BIG change. But for me, now is not the time. I haven't discounted it at all by any means - I am just giving it a go on my own first. My sleeved buddies are so supportive and so full of wisdom and light - I am so blessed to have met them.   Maybe some of you think that I am a complete wuss but I know that most of you will believe that everyone has their own journey to make.   All your messages of support and advice have been invaluable. Truly. I'll still be visiting here and blogging my thoughts occasionally.   Anyway, good luck to all of you brave hotties. You are all amazing people.   Peace, love and light to you all xxx
Sandfluffymama

Sandfluffymama

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mstraci's Blog
 

Feeling A Lot Better

Hello Everyone!! I was banded on last Wednesday, 03/28/2012 at 9:45am. The first two days were rough with the gas pains. I woke up on the third day and felt great. I was able to get out and go for about a half a mile walk, and didn't even have to stop and rest I would say the hardest thing going into my 5th day post op is the liquid diet. Since I did it a week pre op as well. I am so tired of broth and sf jello/Popsicles, and protien shakes. I am just ready for some texture or I guess something a little different. But over all everything is going great and I look forward to getting into the gym!!!!!!
mstraci

mstraci

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tjloser's Blog
 

My Journey Begins

Just to catch up on my progress. I have been to an informational meeting for the Gastric-Sleeve and I had my first Bod Pod done. I have had my surgeons visit on March 27, 2012 and is scheduled for the First Step Class on April 9. I will also start my support group meetings which is mandatory. I also have been under a doctor supervised diet plan for the past 3 months and will continue with that thru-out my journey. As I sit here blogging about my journey I am truly excited and nervous about it. What will this hold for me? I know that I'm ready to give this my all and to do what is needed to use this tool to my advantage.
tjloser

tjloser

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tjloser's Blog
 

Where To Begin

This is just a little about when my journey began. I have been overweight all of my adult life, actually it started in my early teens. So I've always had a desire to lose weight and tried just about every diet out there. It seems that the only time I was able to lose a significant amount of weight was when I was pregnant and that was due to severe morning sickness with both pregnancies. But I surely can't and don't want to be pregnant for the rest of my life just to lose weight. I started hearing about the Gastric Bypass about 15 yrs ago and did extensive research on it and it scared me so I decided that it wasn't for me. As the years passed, as a researcher by nature, I continued to look at the bypass but still was too afraid to go thru with it, but I noticed new procedures opening up, like the lap-band. Of course I did my research on that too and went to informational meetings and thought this was something I would like to pursue. That was probably 7-8 yrs ago and I was never able to get it done for whatever reasons. Well about 2 yrs ago I was on tract to get the lap-band only to realize that the Dr. didn't accept my insurance for the lap-band, but wanted to do the gastric bypass instead and once again I did not want that so I stopped my progress. In the mean time, I was able to lose about 40 #'s and gain about 20 back. I have since heard and researched the Gastric-Sleeve and am now on my journey to receive this procedure. It has been a long journey and I'm just beginning a new me.   Keep Moving Forward!
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