Tanya_cotto

Hooray!!! Good for you!! The second meal sounds really yummy And just to give my two cents: if you're the one that's cooking then they have to eat what you prepare! So don't think that you can't have anything that you make! Prepare/Bake/Saute/cook/broil/grill etc... things that will set you up for success! If they don't like it, well tough! They can make their own naughty food and have them make you a fruit bowl while they're in the kitchen! =)

Why not have him do some research?? Its NOT the easy way out! I have been told that by so many people (family included) but I HAVE dieted, Taken pills, exercised like crazy, sweated, bleed, and done all the healthy (and not so healthy) things to lose weight and it has not been successful. Having these surgeries is not the ''magic'' solution. you still have to exercise, still have to change your eating habits, and still put up with the crazies who judge you no matter what... Which is my long winded way of saying that IF you decide to undergo surgery a) make sure its the right one for you! - do research - visit with more than one surgeon -take your time! make sure you do it for the right reasons -your health - your quality of life - YOU c) don't get dragged down by peoples responses. -some may just fear change and that they'll lose you when you're healthy - some may be jealous that they don't have the option - some are just weird or fearful of surgery. -some are controlling and want to keep you in their ''grasp'' feel free to message me with any questions... i have had the lapband had the lapband taken out revised to the sleeve lots of exp. here! the end.

I'm pretty sure this is my first entry since 2013 started so lets catch up! I'm at 215 lbs turned 26 y/o still no kids, no bf/dh still searching for a job as i continue getting an education... Found out that I developed a food allergy to MILK because of the WLS Had my wisdom teeth pulled out last week (which was coincidentally the day of my last final!) I'm getting more interested in dating but still find it difficult since: 1. I live in Los Angeles, ca 2. I don't drink therefore going to a bar is silly 3. I still get anxious/self conscious since everyone here is literally stick thin or aspiring actress/actor thin 4. I'm picky My weight loss has plateaued since starting the spring 2013 semester at school I don't know if its the stress or the 60 mile round trip commute (about 1 hour each way) or a combination, but the scale isn't moving... But ALAS, summer is here, I'm way healthier and happier than i was a year ago, the garden is in bloom and i am HAPPY. Even my dog has lost weight. :wub: I do miss cheese though. we have a secret love affair, but then she makes me super nauseous and i have to lay down... this affair must end!! Things that haven't changed... Food still makes me sleepy, I live off of coffee my bp and bs still drop dramatically whenever i exercise Things i need to reinstate: Bedtime Eating out of small child-like plates reducing coffee amounts Drinking out of small cups Protein shakes... My go-to meal: Used to be number 9 at DEL TACO with a diet coke Now its a cup of brown rice with salsa with Iced tea or Iced Coffee Enough for now

Today was a good but tiring day. Had to do kennel duty for school, so up at 5:30am to get there by 6:45am. To my surprise we had lovely long eared rabbits new to the program, a new dog we are "borrowing" from a student. Spent 3 hours doing nothing but cleaning and disinfecting. I know that I'm super dehydrated since the RVT on staff had to repeat her directions 5x. It wouldn't stick no matter how hard I tired to retain the info! I also got really nauseated when I had to squat down to clean in the floor. Too much abdominal pressure?? I adore the weather. Slightly raining ( for Los Angeles standards) and windy. Sadly it aggregated my allergies so I have had itchy eyes all day. That plus my smelly clothes from cleaning and animal handling, and I am one smelly chick!! Hahaha! Post op appt went alright. I have developed lampers syndrome which is basically food sweats and nausea . Mine is triggered by a new food intolerance to dairy. Sad. But nothing I can't deal with.

Thanks all! I've also done piglets frogs crickets locus sheeps, ect... The smell never gets better, but my group mates have taken to chewing cinnamon gun, so that really helps!

Could also be that the food is too tough. Are you having milk/ dairy products? I have the same issue after eating but surgeon said it may be an intolerance to lactose foods or "rich" foods. Keep Track of what you have eaten when this happens and you may see a pattern if you have a developing intolerance

I'm so really really exhausted! Spent most of the day cleaning and organizing Ate a bit, 2 turkey meatballs from tj's 2oz sweat potatoe fries 2 Dino nuggets 3/4 meat sope 1 microwave Mac and cheese And lots of coffee! Start dissecting cats tomorrow in anatomy and physiology class. Will be a vegetarian for the next 6 weeks on weds and thurs due to cadaver and related smells. Also having my 1 months post op check up Even though its been about 7 weeks! Hopefully I wont wreak of formaldehyde and kittens. Sad but true.

I'm only 25, no kids so I hope it's not menopause!!

Its no secret if you talk to me that i have a hard time making choices. Like buying toothpaste or choosing new foods to try, it takes time for me to make a decision. Lots of Googling and comparison. I've been looking up VSG guides from different hospitals to see what each says in regards to Foods, times and supplements. Here is what I've found after i broke down the charts and guides: (BTW I am not God, nor do i pretend to be, so please don't take this as THE word. Its just a guide-line cheat sheet i re-made for myself) (( Also, i am just 31 days post op, so this is tailored for my stage)) Breakfast *should be at 8am *(earlier then that if you have an early day, but it should be within 1 hour of waking up) *1/4 - 1/2 C of Fiber, fruit, OR Calcium * AND 1/4 - 1/2 C of protein or good carbohydrate (ex: yogurt, cottage cheese, apple sauce, soft eggs, cooked cereal) Supplements/ Vitamins *10 AM! * PLUS 1/2 c Protein Shake (or 25 g) * Some vitamins need FAT to be soluble (vitamins A D E K) If your taking these, use 1% milk or check your Protein drink labels! Lunch *12 pm *1/4 - 1/2 C soup or calcium * AND 1/4 C Protein ( ex: yogurt, cheese, egg/tuna/chicken salad, pureed fruit/veg) Snack *2 pm *1/4 - 1/2 C calcium or fiber *1 Sugar free treat (ex: cottage cheese, ricotta, pureed fruit or Veg, SF Popsicle, sf Jello, sf Pudding) Dinner *6 pm 1/4 - 1/2 C protein (or 1-2 oz) 1/4 C Fruit or Veg That's it. If you feel like you need more, eat more. If you can't eat quite this much yet, chill out and do your best! But make sure you get your liquids in each day!! If you need a reminder for that, drink 1/2 hour before each 'meal' You need to stay hydrated or your body will not operate, or heal, like it should. I like to add generic crystal light (walmart or target brands!), but i choose the sugar free, caffeine free ones that have vitamins included in powder ( ex: Kiwi-Strawberry or Grape from walmart) These are just suggestions, But are mainly for WHEN I have a brain power-outage and need some help! For easy food choices always get low/fat free food mind the sodium and the carbs Some little kid pre packaged foods are great! like pureed fruits (in little foil sacks, no spoon needed) fruits in light syrup or water deli turkey and ricotta cheese Go-gurt ect... Making this list has made me hungry! lol will have a 1/4 c OJ then off to bed. (didn't realize how much i missed OJ until i had some the other day!)

Barbi and Katie and Peace36love; Thank you so much for the responses! Its such helpful information! And Barbi, i have that book from my lapband days! Thanks again!

Hey all! So I'm about 32 days post op and I've noticed some really weird things. First off, whenever I eat real normal food, I sweat like crazy! I had a few spoonfuls at a restaurant and had to step outside because I was drenched! From hair to toes i was feeling moisture and all i was doing was sitting and eating. It's happened a few times. Is this a sign of a leak or infection? Also I was drinking a hot tea and could feel the 'hotness' on my skin outside of my stomach. I thought it was my mind playing tricks, but then i drank an ice cold Water to test it further, and felt a 'coldness' on my stomach's skin. Through clothing as well. Am i just being a hypochondriac? Should I schedule an appointment immediately? Please Help! Also, i am a Conversion Patient so Band to VSG In case that makes any difference. Thanks!