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Go into Cardio and add "Strength Training" (it's already there) and the number of minutes you performed the strength training. It will add calories for the category.

I had my surgery on January 23rd and I have my days where I'm absolutely exhausted and other days where I can swim laps for 45 minutes. I'm still rather low on energy. I think it has to do with my diet. I really don't get too many carbs in at all. I'm all about the protein at the moment. I'm hoping my energy will increase...I want to start rollerblading and Spin classes.

I was in the same boat. Now I try to weigh myself just once a week, always at the same time and on same scale, so I have an actual point of reference. Once I made that change, it helped my sanity. I definitely am losing weight because I've changed clothes sizes, so that's good! Plus my husband says he can tell when he hugs me. Yeah!

Try to get off the scale...I swear, I try to be upbeat, but it was dragging me down. I've been getting in the same amount of protein. I can't even imagine trying to eat that much right now? I'd split my little ole sleeve!!

I felt the same way! i was in so much pain for the first five days that I was FREAKING out. however, by day six i was feeling much better. And now, I feel no pain. No wait, that's a lie, I feel some discomfort around my belly button when I wear jeans so I've been wearing sweatpants...lol! But I figure that will go soon. Feel better and know that it will get better. As far as pain management, I had to crush percocet with a little applesauce. And let me tell you, that helped me A LOT!

Well ... my 2 cents here, and just my opinion and I hope I don't come across as harsh, I want you to succeed.
It seems that you need to address your relationship with food with a therapist. It is not the sleeve's fault that you are not eating correctly. It is not going to make you eat the foods you are supposed to. The same is true for bypass. That is why you hear so many stories about people with bypass gaining it right back. You have to address why you are not eating right. These should have all been brought up prior to your surgery.
The sleeve is not a magic bullet and neither is the bypass.
I wish you the best in this.

We're out here...just trying to get a word in occassionally

I only run when chased! (maybe that will change one day

As of this morning, I have lost 77.8lbs. I realized that my 10 year old daughter weighs 71lbs. I've lost a 10 year old child!!! SO happy with my sleeve!

So the doctor said that I'm healing well and can go to the next phase of the diet...full liquids. Not too excited, but I'm trying to be positive. Did I mention that I'm THE pickiest eater ever? Four year olds got nothin' on me!! But I'm going to work it out because this is what I signed up for.
Also the doctor told me that I lost 20 lbs!!! Now that's from my pre-op diet too...either way, I'm so stoked! I'm going to Celebrate by taking a walk...yay!!! Thanks to all of you for your support. Four days out, I was despairing that I would never get rid of the pain and weird feelings that I had. Y'all reassured me and talked me off the ledge...thank you!!!

The Pseudoephedrine I use very sparingly. I have very bad athma and allergies and I have to take them to clear me up sometimes. It's bad for my HBP though, so I have to be careful with them. The Vitamin E was suggested by my plastic surgeon. It's the "healing" vitamin and my PS scars are almost non existant from it!! It's amazing stuff. It also helps with soft skin.

I used a shot glass, is that bad? :biggrin: I collect them from places we vistit and they are eash to wash....
Good luck and heal fast. Pretty soon, you will be dropping weight in buckets.....

Today was a really good day. I'd been having a tough time of it so far...trying to get all the liquids in, certainely couldn't figure out anything to eat. My husband, who has been wonderful taking care of me, went back to work today (first day since my surgery) and my father came to spend the day with me. And he really helped me take the next step. I gave him the diet book that the hospital gave me and he helped me really rationalize how to get my protein in, and we went to the grocery store, got foods and he and I cooked, pureed, and came up with some great ways and realistic ways for me to actually do this. Today was a really turning point for me. I really feel empowered that I can do this. I really moved around today too. First day without a nap since surgery. May seem small, but that's a big thing for me. Still on painkillers for the stomach muscle that was stitched together during surgery, but other than that, I feel pretty darn good! Just wanted to share!

Thank u all.... would like to fast forward three months... I counted and counted the days til my surgery and now it is over with new consequences... but you all made it and so will I.

Hey everyone!
I'm checking in one last time before the surgery. I'm nervous, excited, anxious and scared all in one. I know everything will be great. I have a fantastic surgeon and a great support system in my family and friends. See y'all on the other side :biggrin5:
Bye for now!!

I'm with you! I am a week and a half into my pre op diet and am supposed to start my 3 days of clears tomorrow. I REALLY miss bread! I didn't realize how much I was eating in carbs.
I do have to say, after 4 days of liquids I am losing my cravings and feeling full after my Protein drinks.
So...I am here to say it does get easier!!!
Good Luck!!!

Hi all! My M.D.'s nutritionist shared the following for pre-op requirements (one week before surgery):
Diet for seven days:
-3 servings of Protein shakes (recommended is Bariatric Advantage Protein Shakes; 1 serving = 2 scoops w/8 oz cold water)
-1 meal (see below)
-64 oz of Water (32 water only, rest can be from Crystal Light, sugar free Kool-aid, Sugar Free Lemonade)
NOTE: can add 1 tsp Peanut Butter and/or flavored extracts; use a Ninja/Bullet, etc to blend. The Bullet, for example is cool in that it has measured cups you add ingredients to and then invert on the Bullet blender and mix. Gonna get mine this weekend!
If you hate the protein power, grocery stores like HEB have the "oh yeah!" brand of Protein Shakes that are popular.
DailyNutrition Breakdown of the Pre-Op Diet:
-approx 800-900 calories
-approx 100 gm protein/day
-approx 25 gm carbohydrates/day
-1000 mg Calcium
Multivitamin: can take Biotin for concerns with hair loss. 7500 mcg; 1000mg Calcium each day can be broken up to 250-500 mg Ca lunch and then 250-500 with dinner. For Breakfast take Multivitamin and for snack take bariatric Vitamin if M.D. recommends.
if you are hungry and want a snack you can have 2 sugar free popsicles and/or 2 sugar free Jell-O cups.
I am low on Iron so am taking an Iron supplement and it is recommend that I take a Vitamin C with the Iron supplement.
Meal:
the one meal a day can be baked/broiled/grilled only and options are: chicken, turkey, all fish (she said cod and talapia may not be substantial enough during pre-op so go with Salmon, etc), Lean beef, pork, bison
Veggies allowed are low carb veggies and should follow this rule:
1 cup cooked OR 2 cups raw OR 1/2 cooked and 1 cup raw
Objective of the above diet: reduce size of the liver to allow easier access to the stomach during surgery and to prevent knicks and bleeding. by drasticallly reducing the carb intake, the body goes to the liver for stored carbs and therefore reduces the liver size. Who knew?
I also received the post-surgery Vitamins and diet but it's a bit overwhelming so just focusing on pre-diet for now!
Happy Holidays to all!

I found that sometime my shake mix can get thick and I do not like that either so I just add a little more water and it thins out and makes it more enjoyable plus gives me more fluids.

My co-worker who had the bypass gave me a good tip. She buys Psyllium Husk powder and adds it to her Protein shakes. Its a great source of fiber, plus it leaves you feeling fuller longer (which is especially helpful if you are on a mainly liquid only pre-op diet!). Here's some information on it:
Psyllium husk or isphagula is the covering of seeds grown on the plant, Plantago Psyllium, which flourishes in the Middle East. Psyllium husk has long been recognized as an excellent means of getting more dietary fiber into a person’s diet due to its high fiber count in comparison to other grains. Oat bran, also a good source of fiber, has about five grams of fiber per a third of a cup. Psyllium husk, on the other hand, offers approximately 71 grams of fiber for that same third of a cup.

Me too!! I've been researching and reading stuff. Sometimes reading too much can be a hindrance because some info contradicts other info. So right now, I'm getting my supplements and vitamins in order. Once I get those purchased, then I'm going to start looking for protein shakes (in small volumes, of course). I'm just looking to water them down as much as possible so they're not too thick. That way I can trick myself into thinking that I'm drinking milk. Anything that's too thick is likely to make me gag.

thanks for the heads up....her site looks good!

Thick doesn't bother me, I like it! and I have been eating the heck out of chiobani champions honey-nana greek yougurt and the Okinos honey or vanilla...DEF not the plain it wasn't good...maybe used in food instead of sour cream but not alone! I've only tried the Jillian Michael whey chocolate powder but whatever you do DONT put it in hot coco...it just clumps! LOL
Now that I know I'm approved I am gonna invest in some of the better whey powders like isopure or bariatric atvantage and try those out. The world according to eggface blog has tons of recipes for "bites" meals and this site is awesome for info!