Jenny Thom

My NUT is on board with good carbs too (whole grains, fruit, veggies, etc). I have a slice of Sara Lee Delightful Wheat bread nearly every morning. I have definitely cut WAY back on carbs and always have more Protein than carbs for the day but as I near goal, I have definitely found ways to get a more balanced approach in my diet (but I also still have 1 Premier Protein everyday to ensure I get enough Protein ).
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My surgeon rarely performs the band and thinks it is the least effective weight loss surgery out there, so I guess I am biased against it. For me, it was not a consideration at all. My surgeon would not have done it for me since my BMI was too high for the band under his personal guidelines (plus I didn't want a band).
I also had acid reflux before the sleeve. My surgeon had me do an upper GI series before the operation. This showed that I had a hiatal hernia, which he could fix during the sleeve surgery. Because he felt that the hiatal hernia repair would likely cure my reflux, he thought the sleeve would be a good option for me. If my reflux hadn't been caused by the hernia, he would have recommended gastric bypass for me, as that virtually always cures reflux -- and I would have followed his recommendation. So, do you know what is causing your reflux? Have you had an endoscopy or upper GI series to see if you have a hiatal hernia? For me that was the key question.

I'm one weigh in away and I'm trying to decide between the sleeve or the band. When I initially started the process I wanted the band. But after speaking with my PCP, friends that's have done weight loss surgeries and general research. I decided on the sleeve. My surgeon is saying now to the band because I've been having problems with acid reflux. My personal thought at first was, he knows what's best, but ultimately I feel that the band will be an inconvenience, and lessen my weight loss goals. I'm new here, and welcome any thoughts, advice etc... thanks

Though I am ever so sorry that you feeling lousy, I want to thank you for your post.
I believe that it is extremely important that newbies--especially pre op posters hear that WLS is not for everyone and is no easy bed of roses.
The weight loss is wonderful. Shopping for new and smaller clothes is exciting. Dating after years of abstinence is an exhilarating ego boost. However, the journey is pitted with pot holes and hardship bumps for some--physically and mentally.
If your post makes even one pre op reader really stop and think, research more diligently, and consider not only the good outcomes, but the sacrifices too, then your post has extreme merit and I for one, thank YOU.
Try to calm yourself. Take a deep breath. Try not to overwhelm yourself. At a slower pace, take one step--one hour at a time. Work with your new body. Don't fight against it. That will take practice and patience.
Prayers going up for you.
It will get better. I promise.
Thank you, friend,
Valentina

Regret is normal at your stage. You feel terrible, you can't eat normal food, and you're trying to learn a new way of life. I think if people DIDN'T have some regret during those first few weeks, I would be surprised.
Work on portioning your food instead of winging it. Sounds like you are eating too much and it's causing you to throw up. Take it easy and slow. It takes time to re learn how to eat.
Not everyone loses hair to where they are bald or have bald Patches. That's not the norm, so don't let it scare you.
You will feel differently a few months from now.
You will feel differently a year from now.
It's not always going to be this way. It gets easier and easier. Always remember that what is now is not the way it will be down the road. Hang in there.

I was banded yesterday too! My gas pains are not to bad. For me it's the coughing that really hurts!

Banded aug 5th! Home and resting somewhat comfortable. Well as comfortable as I can. Gas and shoulder pain seems manageable for day 2 or would this be day 1 if I was banded yesterday?

thanks for the encouragement.....decided last friday to start the process so thought i would join forum. right now i can hardly walk and i know its the weight. i am prepared for whatever happens cos it doesn't get worse than high blood pressure and no action taken. tried every nutrition program, every weight loss meds, i hardly eat n still not losing anything. its time.

I can feel ur anxiety n mixed feelings. I am preparing too. All should be well with you. Good luck!

I can feel ur anxiety n mixed feelings. I am preparing too. All should be well with you. Good luck!

thanks for the encouragement.....decided last friday to start the process so thought i would join forum. right now i can hardly walk and i know its the weight. i am prepared for whatever happens cos it doesn't get worse than high blood pressure and no action taken. tried every nutrition program, every weight loss meds, i hardly eat n still not losing anything. its time.

thanks for the encouragement.....decided last friday to start the process so thought i would join forum. right now i can hardly walk and i know its the weight. i am prepared for whatever happens cos it doesn't get worse than high blood pressure and no action taken. tried every nutrition program, every weight loss meds, i hardly eat n still not losing anything. its time.

thanks for the encouragement.....decided last friday to start the process so thought i would join forum. right now i can hardly walk and i know its the weight. i am prepared for whatever happens cos it doesn't get worse than high blood pressure and no action taken. tried every nutrition program, every weight loss meds, i hardly eat n still not losing anything. its time.