Beyon Sleeve
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Sick Of Chocolate Protein Shakes? Try This!
Beyon Sleeve replied to Beyon Sleeve's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Dorrie Robles-It does contain 20g of sugar ...but I have diluted it with a cup of water/ice (blend) before which made it about 16oz, that's two separate drinks for me (10g sugar each drink, then I'd freeze the other half). -
Sick Of Chocolate Protein Shakes? Try This!
Beyon Sleeve replied to Beyon Sleeve's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Calitrells, most definitely wait til at least 6 weeks post op. I should have put that in my post! I'm 12 weeks out so the acid in the oj and fruit don't bother me. Plus, the whey protein mixed in makes it not so harsh on the stomach compared to a straight glass of oj -
Surgery Date Scheduled For 3/27
Beyon Sleeve replied to missivory1980's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Yes, I did. I also had to do the 2-week pre-op diet. My Dr. was very thorough and wanted to make sure everything was fine. -
As I Suspected: You Do Not Need High Weight To Bulk/tone
Beyon Sleeve replied to ouroborous's topic in Fitness & Exercise
Very interesting, good to know. Thanks for sharing . -
Too funny! I wonder if anybody ever tells the truth on them!
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Whats The Best Cream Soup With Most Nutrients
Beyon Sleeve replied to 1Bumblebee's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I really like the Progresso Light soups and Cambell's Select Harvest. -
If you have exhausted every option to lose weight and be healthy, then this is a great TOOL for weightloss, not a MIRICLE procedure. Ultimately, you have to do what's right for YOU. It looks like you've been doing your research which is great. One piece of advice Id give is to get your head right about the relationship you have with food. Divorcing food and sedintary lifestyles are essential components.
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Those little things are actually big things! Congrats! One of my students, 7 yrs old, said, "Ms. ------, it looks like you've been losin' pounds!" I gave him the biggest hug because I know his comment was heart felt and honest. It just made me smile for days .
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In 12 weeks, I've hit my first big goal of losing 50 lbs! It has been a battle of discipline, but soooo worth it. After getting bloodwork done last week, Dr. says I'm not diabetic anymore and my blood pressure is normal! Also, I have stopped snoring, so I'm not using my CPAP regularly which has made me use less Ambien . Even with the pain, struggle, and stalls, I have to say it was ALL worth it. My journey is not over, and the next 25 lbs will be tough...but not impossible. Stay strong, stay focused, and stay positive!
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Ok, so for the past week I've had bronchitis and have been coughing by head off! So much, that it has made me throw up several times (upside, I did lose 3 lbs. in 5 days!)I went to the Dr. and got anitbiotics and cough medicine, but the episodes of coughing continued. Yesterday I was stretching and felt a SHARP pulling pain in my lower abdomen. I quickly stopped and applied pressure. Nothing is protruding, but when I stretch like I am going to do a back bend it is PAINFUL! Could this be a hernia from coughing? Could this be something else? Is this nothing? Any insight will help before I take the doctor route. BTW...Go Kentucky Wildcats!
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What Size Am I!?
Beyon Sleeve replied to ouroborous's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well, I'm not a "big and tall" guy, but i feel your pain. I've recently moved from the catagory of "a petite woman size" (a.k.a. short and fat) and I too find it hard to find things that fit in all the right places. Fortunately for women, some clothes are made with Lycra or another stretchy material. It might be time to treat yourself to a few tailored items -
Went from 2 fried chimichangas, rice, refried beans, 3 margaritas, and a basket of chips....tonight: 1 soft chicken taco and a 1/2 c. refried beans...progress baby, PROGRESS!
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Ate at my fav Mexican restaurant tonight...3 months ago it was 2 fried chimichangas, rice, beans, guacamole, 3 margaritas, and not to mention the basket of chips and salsa I would eat. Fast forward to tonight: 1 soft chicken taco, 1/2 c. refried beans...that's it, and I was satisfied! I love my sleeve!!!
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Ate at my fav Mexican restaurant tonight...3 months ago it was 2 fried chimichangas, rice, beans, guacamole, 3 margaritas, and not to mention the basket of chips and salsa I would eat. Fast forward to tonight: 1 soft chicken taco, 1/2 c. refried beans...that's it, and I was satisfied! I love my sleeve!!!
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When People Tell You How You've Changed
Beyon Sleeve replied to Cheles's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
I'm so glad you and others around you are noticing your happiness! Money can buy you a lot, but it can't buy true inner happiness! It wasn't until recently that I noticed I was getting my "happy" back. I was receiving more hugs from kids at school, missed only 2 days of work in the last 9 weeks compared to 6 during Dec-Feb. last year, and others have noticed a "pep in my step". There will be downer days as we know, but stay focused and keep rockin' the happy! -
You are definetly not alone on this one. For awhile, my friends said they didn't know if I was gonna hug them or punch them, laugh or cry. THEN, at my one month check up, a P.A. told me to stop taking my depression/anxiety medicine immediately, cold turkey. Girl, I was a mess! I finally called 2 weeks later and complained and they said I wasn't supposed to stop taking it, they made a mistake! Anyways, I am good now. I hope you are coping better with the mood swings, if not, see your Dr. Good Luck
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Time Of The Month During Your Surgery?
Beyon Sleeve replied to urbandecayno5's topic in The Gals' Room
I'm like clockwork and mine was supposed to start the day after surgery. Well, my body decided not to have it, which made me happy. Unfortunately, now there is MORE pain, bloating, and cramps...but that only lasts a few days, and I wouldn't trade this surgery for anything! If you do start, honey don't even worry about it, I'm sure they've seen it all, and in the large scheme of things, that's nothing! Best of Luck! -
One Year Ago Today I Changed The Course Of My Life
Beyon Sleeve replied to Amanda131's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I'm raising my protein shake to "Cheers" you! Reflection is so important in life. Remembering the good and the bad will help you get even farther! So happy for you -
My Dr. said 6 months too. I was a VERY social drinker. My coworkers even asked me why I wasn't coming to Happy Hour on Fridays anymore. Then the they noticed the weight, so they assumed I was just dieting. I'm going to stick to the 6 months no alcohol and have my first drink after school on the last day before summer break. Hopefully I will have reached my goal by then and celebrate!
