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Better get the bribe ready or look for a long handled poop scoop. Everyone heals differently but it was at least a week before I could pick something up from the ground. Lynda

Boy at over two years out I still remember how cold I was. I was sleeved on mid-may and I ran the heater, bundled up and used the gas fireplace. No one would stay in a room with me long because they started roasting! One good trick is to put your blanket in the dryer for a few minutes then quickly bundle up. I drank a lot of calorie free Hot drinks too. It does go away eventually. Lynda

Oh, Protein bars - those are the devil's food! I won't even bring them in the house after reading how many people have problems stopping at just one! That's the same reason I don't bother making low cal Cookies, etc. Who cares if they are low cal if I eat the whole batch! Glad the sun is shining on you. And yes, you do look good in that blue shirt! Lynda

Sorry for the stall. It will pass! Lynda

What kind of Protein are using? You may have lactose intolerance (very common post-op and usually goes away in a few months). Try the

I second what everyone else has told you. I used a clock and took super tiny sips all the time, with the goal of drinking 1 oz. every 15 minutes while I was awake. I drank from a shot glass and used a 1 cup liquid measuring cup like a pitcher. I drank everything room temp at first, but everyone is different. Another thing I liked very early out is Sleepy Time Tea. Lynda

You could give her an Auntie cup as one of her birthday presents. Then share the sonogram with your folks and whoever. Love Laura's idea too if you want to tell your parents first. Lynda

If you can tolerate it, and it doesn't cause cravings, I say yes. I eat cereal now. Generally oatmeal (1/4 cup raw mixed with 1/2 cup Water and a little soy milk), and sometimes other Breakfast cereals such as Cheerios, Kashi Puffs, or Shredded Wheat. I just bought some Special K chocolate to try for when I want something sweet in the evening. Try a small serving (maybe 1/2 a regular serving) and see how it sits. Lynda

You might get more replies in the PRE-Operation Gastric Sleeve Surgery (VSG) Questions & Answers or food & Nutrition forums. Your question was posted in Gastric Sleeve Surgery (VSG) Success Stories. At four weeks, the surgery is still healing. Eating foods or quantities not on your program increases the risk of surgical failure, such as a leak. Each Dr. sets a program based on their experience, how they cut the sleeve, the aftercare program they are using (which, in my opinion, is why many Dr.s in Mexico have a more stringent plan following surgery - you probably aren't going back for after care). In addition, most people can't eat much in the first months post-op. Choosing nutritionally void foods doesn't leave room for the important nutrients provided by food on the post-op plan. I would consider counseling to help learn to deal with cravings. At some point, the sleeve can only take us so far. Best wishes on your journey, Lynda

My program guide mentioned that a lot of people had a problem with bread for the first months post op. At two months out, I couldn't eat bread. It made me feel terrible. Later, I was able to eat a few bites of crust and now I can easily eat bread and it might be a slider (haven't eaten enough to find out). Other than the fact it might not set well, it's not a good nutrition source at 8 weeks. You should be concentrating on Protein and if you are eating protein at each meal, you probably won't have room for any bread. Just my two cents: YMMV. Lynda

BTW, These cities were selected based on personal health habits, community resources and access to health care. Residents in cities with the highest rankings tended to have higher levels of physical activity and low rates of heart disease and diabetes. They also had more parks per capita as well as advanced state requirements for physical education classes. So we may have a lot of fatties, but we are healthier fatties! Here's the original article, where I found the details above: http://newsfeed.time.com/2013/05/30/fittest-u-s-cities-of-2013/#ixzz2ax7JE8IC Lynda

Hey Butter- Laura and I are both in the South Bay. My vote is for NorCal! Lynda

Hmh. I wonder if this is why pregnant women crave dill pickles? <off topic> Personally, I craved watermelon. My poor ex had to try and find some for me in the middle of winter. And that was back in the days when you couldn't find a watermelon in the winter </off topic> Lynda

My doctor said that runny poo was normal, but going 6 times per day was not. They had me back my diet down to herbal tea, Water, and unjury chicken Protein and I got it down to a max of 4 per day, with an average of 2. The lactose in other foods was bothering me. Lynda

Yum! That looks delish! Lynda

Early out, I'm sure it's because those kernels could play havoc with the healing area of your stomach. You know how they stick in your teeth? Now think of that big staple line going down one side of your stomach. And there's very little nutritional value. If you can only eat a tiny amount, it needs to be nutritious. Later, you can have some if you can control your portion. For most, popcorn is on the list of slider foods: you can eat a lot of it. Throw on a little oil and butter and it can be a diet disaster. I've been enjoying popcorn since about month 5 or 6. I don't have it often and I do watch my portion size and toppings. Lynda

Congrats and Happy Sleeveversary! Lynda

Congrats to you and hubby Laura-Ven. I know he was proud to show you off! Lynda

I was active before surgery, so not much has changed excet I am less pooped at the end of the day, I can do more back to back activities, and my feet and joints are not screaming at me. My husband of 30+ years and I have always had different interests and I do many things he doesn't. I do save several days a week for him and we do stuff we both enjoy. Lynda

There is also a group for Slow Users http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/forum/45-slow-losers-unite/ . Lynda

Wow. That's a new one to me and I've been reading this board for almost three years now. Glad you are feeling better! Lynda

I bought at GNC but I only bought what my personal trainer recommended: GNC Gold Standard whey Protein. My trainer was a competitive body builder for years and she also specializes in health issues for seniors. I trusted what she told me and stuck to it, other than the

I drink more warm drinks that are calorie free or very low calorie. My favs are sleepytime tea with a little splenda and sugar free apple cider mix. I also like just plain hot Water or hot water with a little sugar free caramel syrup. I am a very seasonal eater. In the winter, I crave more hot, heavy foods like stews, roast beef, and chili. In the summer, it's easier because I love salads, fruit, and light seafood, but I have to watch the fruit and salad dressing so it doesn't get out of hand. Lynda

Find us in the Vets Forum: http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/forum/352-gastric-sleeve-veterans-forum-new-forum/. There are quite a few of us more than two years out. My surgery was May 17, 2011. Lynda