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I buy and enjoy chewable soft Calcet Lemon ones from Celebrate Vitamins that have vit d and the Calcium requied which is the citrate type.

Hi thanks soooo much for sharing!

Oh I am 50 almost 51 and had 4 strokes 9/15/11. I had lots of tests echo, ekg, stress test TEE etc..

The bypass odds are 1 in 200 per google. I did my due diligence for 2 years and you shall prevail. Thanks!

I was scared til my dr told me noone has ever died during sleeve surgery... I was more scared of what would I become if I did Not have the surgery. I was sleeved by Dr. Marema 6/27.

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I'm getting nervous, excited, and anxious... June 27th will be here in a few days!!

Hi I agree! I am not nervous though. Congrats to all who are already done w surgery and prayers for you and all new sleevers too!

I had to only have 5 carbs or less and 20 grams or more Protein so I could not have Chike banana which was my favorite!I am eating Unjury chicken broth, Roy shakes which have hardly any flavor but are not nasty either, Pure Protein in Vanilla in cans from Walmart are $7.96 at Target their prices vary, and some other protein powders.< /p>

I like the Unjury chicken broth. I tried many flavors of Isopure and liked the grape best but not lots.

Hi thanks soooo much I just ordered.

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I'm getting nervous, excited, and anxious... June 27th will be here in a few days!!

Yes but we are ready!

You look even prettier and are a fashion Diva!

They CAN be, everyone's different. Normally they should be fairly solid no matter WHAT your diet, the large bowel does a good job of adsorbing excess liquid to make semi-solid excrement. Sometimes it takes too much liquid out - Constipation, sometimes it leaves too much in - diarrhea.

Hi thank you. You are a mecca of info and so truly kind to share! hugs!

Hi thanks are bowel movements liquidy when on liquids always?

Hi so so sorry. Hang in there tho. My ins doesnt cover surgeon and or asst surgeon fees so I was sad to have to pay all that too.

Ditto prayers and good vibes for all. Please remember that you are Not alone. Hugs!

Hi my Delta airlines UHC plan is 35-39 bmi with one documented co-morbidity or a 40+ bmi with no co-morbities. They do NOT pay surgeon fee and asst. surgeon fees tho ouch!

Hi congrats and I am unsure but hopeful lol!

Hello prayers and good vibes sent to all of you. Please can I be added. My Spider single incision surgery is 6/27/12 with Dr.Robert Marema. I asked him for a dvd of it and he said ok. I hope I get it and can share it. Best regards and kudos to you!

I am so proud of all you for all the great posts. I agree and sadly most have other issues other than weight and are in denial. At least I am no longer in denial for the need for help. Here are a few quotes I like and want to share with you. God loves us just the way we are and we should too.

" To laugh often and much; To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded."

Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803 - 1882) American Essayist & Poet

"Just because I can't do it today, doesn't mean I won't be able to do it ever!"

" Blessed are the flexible for they will not get bent out of shape!"

From Buck the horse whispers foster mother

"Just because I can't do it today, doesn't mean I won't be able to do it ever!" Arthur Boorman he lost a lot of weight

" You know you've got to exercise your brain just like your muscles."

Will Rogers

"The mind is like a parachute. It doesn't work if it is not open.”

Frank Zappa

Be proactive not reactive.

It's not how many times u have fallen- its how many times you pick yourself up that matters!

Everyone has at least one issue/regret that needs help.If you need help admit it with no shame. Many are in denial. I was.

Life is short so IF you disagree with someone Then it may be better to just agree to disagree.

Me

Hi congrats! I get sleeved 6/27 in Fl.

Hi Nice to meet you thanks so much for responding! Congrats on your sleeve! I live in Chamblee area. What works for you w the nausea? I am so sorry you are having the issues. They gave me a script for suppositries for that. I will be praying for you please keep in touch!

Hi when I get scared I look at others before and after photos and they calm me. I truly believe that all who are getting ready for this or have had this surgery are strong, brave and most of all Proactive. I cried happy tears when I was approved. Prior to that I cried happy tears that there was even surgery available for folks like me. My surgery dates 6/27. Kudos and hugs to you and all on here who shared.

Hi yes that areas Not safe at all sorry to say and you are wise. We live far from there thank GOD lol! Dr. Robert Marema is my surgeon and there are a few you tube videos of the single incision surgery too. Hth and hope you are doing great!

Hi thanks for the response. I will be praying for you. I love your great sense of humor! If you ever get stuck in Atl please let me know. Please keep in touch and congrats on taking the first step!

Hi I am getting Spider single incision VSG surgery with Dr. Robert Marema in FL 6/27. I live in Atlanta and would appreciate any tips/help. Do you know a great trainer? My best friend who is my husband and I are former foster parents and also used to foster dogs and cats too. I do some couponing and we love to travel. Hoping your days going great! Sincerest thanks for reading.