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any great tips to stay well hydrated??? I have been sipping on Powerade zero?? What are your suggestions?? I'm thinking about pedialyte??? Help!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

At 2 months out... What do/did your very effective meal plans look like? X Sent from my SM-G900F using the BariatricPal App

I had my surgery on Monday and I feel bad I'm getting my Protein and Water but I'm suffering from this pain when I walk and go to the bathroom basically when I move I feeling like I'm failing already I need some help when will it get better I'm crying out here...... Sent from my HTC6525LVW using the BariatricPal App

I work in surgery and sometimes cases go long. But most of the cases are an hour or less. We don't get regularly scheduled breaks. How do I get my Water in? Anyone work in surgery and have a solution? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

A bit crass, I know ..... but you know what I'm talking about. Sorry to offend anyone. Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

I am 1 week post op I need some support from someone who has been through this I live in Columbus Oh Sent from my 5056N using the BariatricPal App

Finally!!! A surgery date! After all the work, the Insurance denial, the appeal, the approval, and of course let's not forget all the waiting.... I finally got my news of the surgery date!! 11/21/16!!! ???? Obviously looking for any "November Buddies" that want to keep in touch!! Lmk ...write below... Sent from m

So today is as we all know is Thanksgiving. As it's just my husband and I, I offered to cook dinner. I did fantastic until I had to make the potato salad. Did a small tasting of it and now I feel like I'm dieing. I had the RNY on 10/24 and was doing fantastic until this week. Now I cant hold anything down other than Water, Protein shakes and my gummy Vitamins. I'm afraid to even try anything else as I just keep getting sick. My Dr said if this keeps up im going to have to go to the ER. Has anyone experienced this or have any suggestions. I don't want to end up back in the hospital. I was even suppose to return to work this week and because of this I had to extend…

Im two weeks pre op and I'm still in pain Sent from my 5056N using the BariatricPal App

i am two months out from RNY. i started my two week diet september 8th at 247 i went into surgery at 240 today i weigh 210 i'm so scared i'm going to not loose any more weight (as clearly i can eat more now) i'm also scared of stretching my stomach, how easy is it? could it be stretched already?(i'm guessing it's just not as swollen so i can eat more) these are just some fears i've had for a couple of days Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I am looking specifically for a group of people to chat with who are at a minimum 1 year or more out from gastric bypass or band to bypass. Seems we have a ton of newbies (which is awesome), but looking to hear from those out further in their journey. Currently in a major stall, working on focusing food intake as the key source of my stall. Pretty demotivated but no major weight gain. Been on this weight loss journey for so many years (2007 lap/2015 rev to GB). Is there anyone out there like me?

Let's be grumpy and miserable together! I'm 1 week past surgery and my surgeon doesn't allow any sort of foods until week 5. I'm still on the clear-liquids-and-diluted-protein-drinks train. I may or may not have been trying to figure out if gravy is a clear liquid...

I read and watched so many horror stories of the pain people are in after surgery and the problems that people have. I'm so thankful and feel so blessed I had my surgery at 8 am this morning I was so afraid of the pain I was in store for. But I feel amazing!!!! Very little pain very little gas. I have taken now a total of 7 walks. The first one right off the stretcher comming to my room from recovery lol they said you ready to scoot into the bed I said no I'm ready to walk lol. The dr said my liver was great and he could tell I did well with the pre op diet. I said and the worst part was I didn't realize till the seventh day that I was allowed to have creamed Soups lol …

I've been doing great since my RNY 6 months ago. Last night, however, I woke up at 3a.m. with reflux. I got sick and vomited the soup I had eaten appx 8 hours earlier. This is the first time this has happened. Today, I was still burping and felt like I couldn't eat or drink. I finally had some chicken broth and seem to be okay, but my stomach just doesn't feel right. Hoping I don't get sick again tonight. Not sure why I got sick last night. Any ideas on why this is happening and how to keep it from happening again. Not pleasant! Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

My RNY is this coming Monday. I'm a bit concerned about the pain meds they're going to give me in the hospital.. I get migraines, and I'm not sure what pain meds may or may not be a migraine trigger for me. I didn't think about it until I saw someone say the other day that she got a migraine from the dilaudid. If I were to request something like Toradol instead of a narcotic, is that just laughable, as far as being nowhere near strong enough to cover any pain?

I am having surgery today!!! I will keep in touch with you all to see how it went!!! Thanks everyone Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Ok so how long after surgery did you stop losing without trying to lose? I.e. Without watching what you're eating and trying hard to lose?! I'm currently 6 months post-op. I've reached where I'm supposed to reach and a bit beyond. And currently I'm just trying to stop my weight loss and even gain 1-2 kg.. any advise?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Anyone notice a stall in the weight loss during week 3 transitioning to 4? Sorry if I sound petty! lol

I'm 4 weeks post op and I was told that on the 3rd week, it's normal to have a stall. Has anyone had a stall longer then that??? I feel like a failure. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Do you guys take your Vitamins between meals during meals??? Please any suggestions would work! Also I'll be on a full liquid diet after surgery!! I'm so nervous!!!! Thank you Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi guys. Tomorrow I'll be exactly 2 weeks post op. What meals do you suggest for Thanksgiving? I'm in the Blended/Pureed diet phase. An omelette, chicken crust pizza, whatever! Please help me with ideas. Thank you.

Phase I Isopure, Premier, H2o Meds/Applesauce HW 248 SW 213.5 CW 208

Ok prior to surgery I used to carry most of my fat around the belly area (which I know is bad) now that I lost all of my excess weight and reached my target weight and my current BMI is 23 I still carry most of my weight round the belly area (smaller belly but still most fat around the belly area) even though I exercise regularly, eat healthy and maintain an active life style.. anyone with the same problem or knows what to do about it??! (Btw it's not excess skin that I have, it's fat, I started with a not so high BMI so I am lucky not to have the excess skin problem) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I developed type 2 diabetes as I grew older and heavier. I was on 2 types of blood sugar medicine prior to my surgery and even those were not controlling my diabetes effectively. Then 3 years ago I had RNY gastric bypass surgery. When I left the hospital two days after surgery, I was off my diabetes medicines and haven't taken any since. I periodically check my blood sugar levels and they are fine. In today's world many young folks are gaining weight earlier and becoming diabetic. So the question is "Would Weight Loss Surgery benefit younger folks with this condition?" The issue was studied by Dr. Lwin Aung and colleagues from Singapore and Taiwan, and their repo…

I haven't been able to drink any juice only Water & sugar free popsicles. I was feeling no energy so I made myself a scrambled egg with fat free milk and was able to eat some of it without any problems. Do you think it was ok for me to eat? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have a hard time eating. I stalled last week which was week 3. The scale won't move guess I should eat more of what's in the book. Anyone else have a stall of the scale going up and down a few pounds?! I hate it[emoji20]

I'm down to 154, and I feel amazing! Started at 238! I'm 5'6" Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm just coming up on 3 months post op and I have a really hard time eating chicken. I used to love chicken pre op but now no matter how I prepare it, it just doesn't agree with me. My stomach seems to have a hard time digesting it and I get that stuck feeling. At first I thought it was because I'm eating too fast but consistently I feel the same misery eating slow and small. Anybody else notice this pattern with chicken? Sent from my SM-G930V using the BariatricPal App

Alright guys, I had roux en y on 10/7. Weight started in June at 318lbs. Day of surgery 289lbs, today 256. Now I may just be delusional but is this slow weight loss? I get in plenty of fluids, and every food I eat is a Protein. I do have a hard time keeping down shakes but my dietician didn't seem really concerned. Within the first two weeks of surgery I got down to 262ish, and am just now getting down to 256. Sent from my SM-G935R4 using the BariatricPal App

So I am 20 years old and I got the gastric bypass last year. I am in college and lately I smoked some pot. And I'm not quite done with it. Will smoking Pot mess up my surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had my surgery on 10/17. Lost 9kg the first two weeks and that was that. Stalled up till now. I eat the recommended amounts, try to take in Water (1.5 litres) and Vitamins. Nothing is happening. I know people say not to be bothered, but I can't help it. Its 3 weeks in a stall. Fact is I'm eating less, so what's going on. Am becoming demotivated. Wht can I do? Sent from my LG-D958 using the BariatricPal App

I have been experiencing shortness of breath!! I'm having surgery on Tuesday and I'm just afraid they will cancel if I have been experiencing shortness of breath! I don't know if it's Anxiety or if it's something else??? Any suggestions!!! Vanessa Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey friends, I had the lap band for 5 years. food would always get stuck, and then come up. I got to a point where I couldn't keep anything down due to slippage so I had the band out after being hospitalized for dehydration. Fast forward 18 months and even though I worked hard to keep it off (diet, counseling, meds for BED), I put on enough weight to be eligible for another surgery. I had the bypass (my second WLS) done on Oct. 28. I have had 2 instances since my RNY where I thought I was eating the right amount and I thought I was not going too fast (eggs and tilapia respectively, both on my approved list), but I got the stuck feeling again and had to vomit it ba…

Anyone in my area- I'm looking for some support group/s Sent from my SM-G550T1 using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone, it's me Meridian. My user name was "venomfleurs" or something like that but I could not remember my email or password. Anyway, I just wanted to give everyone a small update and ask a question. Firstly, I've lost a total of 65 pounds so far and even though my doctor said that's not good for the first year, I think it's pretty darn awesome. Second, I got all my medical issues figured out (ie the feeling weak when standing and feeling pressure in my head). I'm anemic and they have me on extra Iron. Third, I got engaged! To a wonderful man and things have been amazing. My question is this and it's a bit personal but sex after weight loss surgery: I n…

Think I am the only one on here from South Africa.....we alo have monthly support group meetings

Had my 6 month post op rny appointment this week. I'll start by saying my pre surgery weight was 286. At my 6 month appointment I weighed 199. My surgeon never had me set a goal weight and I didn't really give it a lot of thought I just intended to get to a healthier weight and reduce my high bp. My doctor at my recent apt said that when I hit 180 I should make my calories in match my calories out and maintain weight. I was confused and said so I shouldn't lose anymore than 19 more pounds...and she said yes that would be a comfortable weight for me and I wouldn't have to struggle to maintain that. Now my problem with that is I still have over 6 months of active weight lo…

Hello there!! I had my surgery October 17th and I have my first month post op visit. I told my surgeon I am very depressed and I have insomnia. I didn't have this prior to surgery and I am also hungry. He told me 95% of patients have the hunger hormone gone and I am part of the 5%. Does anyone know if the surgeon messed something up? I wish I wasn't hungry all the time and that's probably why I am so depressed and don't want to get out of bed. I am down 21 lbs. I was 217lbs surgery date and I am now 196lbs Any thoughts? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm due to have band to bypass on tues 22nd Nov. I will be on stage 1 liquid for two days and then stage 3 pureed food up to week 4. I just can't get my head around putting food into a raw pouch. The thought of having to eat or trying to eat afterwards terrifies me. Anyone else feel the same? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just started stage 3 and must have over ate. I've been in pain for about 5hrs. How do I get it to go away? Please help Sent from my XT1585 using the BariatricPal App

So I am about 5 months post op, I've lost 67lbs.. well I went to a spaghetti benefit dinner for a friends mom today. I wanted to go and show my support and make my donation, but couldn't eat the spaghetti. What was awkward was after I sat down, and the people around me noticed I wasn't eating, even though some people were already done.. so it's not like I was the only one not eating.. anyways.. like 4 people asked me why aren't you eating? I just said oh I'm okay.. and they just sort of looked at me.. I don't feel like I should have to tell every acquaintance my story and why I'm not eating spaghetti and cake? Idk what else to say in a situation like that.. Sent from …

I had bypass surgery in June 2010... until March 2015 everything was well and I kept what I had lost. Since then I have been gaining weight and so far I have gained a little over half of what I first lost. Pleaseeeeee help me get down again, anyone has a good diet or something that can help me. Has anyone had the same problem?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I came home on Friday morning after surgery on Wednesday and have no major complaints, so I know I am fortunate. One question however (I searched the boards and did not see an answer) -- can you have too MUCH Protein immediately post-op? My husband made me sugar - free Jello with unflavored Protein powder in it, he also made me chicken broth and we are putting unflavored protein in that, I bad a Brariatric Advantage shake with Fairlife Milk (super high protein), and it all came out to about 140 grahams of protein. I also got about 64 additional ounces of Fluid in. Total calorie count (which I know is unimportant) was under 400, so I know I am not over eating -- but wi…

I have a head cold, sore throat and cough. What medications are best for me to take? sugar free, no NSAIDs? I am taking a cough syrup right now that is sugar free and "safe for diabetics" but it's not doing much for the head cold. Tia Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I just got my sleep results in and its confirmed that I do have sleep apnea...and I have a little under 4 months before surgery so just wondering finding out I have sleep apnea will slow down the process or affect me getting insurance approval.?? Sent from my SM-G530T using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone! Couldn't find a straight answer in the search bar to this question. Is there an app or an awesome Water bottle that you love that helps you get your water in? Upcoming surgery and contemplating how we can succeed on every level. Wondering if I shouldn't set a timer on my phone every 15 minutes? Is there an easier way maybe one of you guys now? Sent from my XT1585 using the BariatricPal App

I'm aware I'm a low-ish weigh for surgery - BMW 39.5 235lbs and 5 4 small... I've been told not to do preop diet just kill carbs in last week and take vits but had devised my own programme ahead of Dec 17th surgery to 'lose' bad foods in two week blocks. Have lost 4lbs in two weeks having cut sweets and chocolate but now thinking - and here's the silly question... Say I lost 20lbs in four weeks by dropping carbs replacing meals, and bmi was down to 36 or 37.. or if it went to 35 would they still operate? I know I wouldn't sustain that without the op and would yo-yo back. I intend to use the 6-18 month period of 'can't eat' to change mindset to who would want to eat, wh…

Had my sleeve surgery yesterday at 5:00pm Mexico time. At first I thought I had made a mistake because the pain was so bad. Today it is not as bad, still have drain in and it will be removed tomorrow. I have a 6 hour flight home tomorrow after fluor test. I have had nothing by mouth since 9:30 Thursday night. I will get to have a few ice chips today and I am looking forward to that. Gas-x strip have helped with gas pain. I have been walking off and on since 4 hours after surgery.

I am 3 weeks post op and have only lost 11 LBS I am eating right, drinking tons of Water and I am joining a gym this weekend. I feel discouraged. I was hoping to be down more by now. Has anyone else not lose much in their first month? Please any advice would be appreciated!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey guys which calcium supplements are the best. I'm having an issue finding the best one for me. Any suggestions? Sent from my 6045O using the BariatricPal App