tkauhi

From the time I had my first serious meeting with my PCP it took me the better part of 13 months to get my surgery. How long did it take you guys? Just curious...

Would like to add friends without using FB, email or my contact list. Mine is (tkauhi) so if you want to add me I'd like that. But I need to know how to add using a user name.

Is canola harvest at a health food store or regular market? Butter is causing me problems.

Has anyone tried the premier protein shakes? They're premixed shakes with 30 grams of protein and taste awesome. My doctor prescribed these for me and I only need 2 per day along with whatever food protein I can get down to reach my daily protein goals.

I did not have any gas pain either. I had some last night tho. 15 days out. Go figure. I feel for anyone suffering with gas pain. I hope it goes away real soon.

Rickie, let us know how your first checkup goes.

I really think it was too dry. I'm going to try tuna tomorrow and see how it goes. Claire, I lived in Hawaii for 10 years and never heard of tilapia until I had it here in Kansas at a Mexican restaurant. They did more of a steamed fish whereas yesterday was grilled and blackened. I'm sure it was just dry.

Hi Claire, Talapia is a type of fish. Normally I like it but I don't think I like it any more. Lol Plus I itched all night, I think maybe an allergic reaction.

Hi Fab, I had RNY on the 5th as well and I'm doing great. I've only lost 17lbs since surgery date but I'm still proud of that. Had my first checkup yesterday and was told I was doing awesome. I was moved from full liquids to soft foods and foods I can chew to smithereens before swallowing so yesterday I tried about 3 bites of tilapia and it was the worst experience of my life! I sat in the parking lot at Perkins for about an hour till I finally threw it up after that the pain went away. Would much rather stay on full liquids than have that feeling again. I feel like my doctor moved me along too quickly but I was so looking forward to chewing something. Also the fish was too dry to start with. I'm backing off regular foods for a while, I know I was given the go ahead but I'm going to listen to my own body. Crazy huh???

I read and learn as much as I can on here and you're right about all you said. I'm sure I ask the same questions as those gone before me. I didn't get an opportunity to meet with a nut at all and I wish I did have that chance and the only handbook I received were 4 pages, preop diet clear liquids and full liquid then a page for the vitamins. I thought surly a nut would come visit me before my release but never did. I'll stay away from the scales for a while... Lol I just got the Aria fitbit scale that syncs with other devices and guess I got caught up in playing with my new machines... Lol

I'm feeling much better knowing it happens. I was just worried my surgery didn't work and the weight I did lose was from the clear liquids.

From the start of my pre-op diet 296 From surgery date 288 Now 280

Loving life, did you gain any weight during the transition from clear liquids to full liquids?

Be gained 2lbs. 8 days out and I had lost 16 lbs. after going on full liquids I've gained 2 lbs. is it the caloric increase or just me. What is wrong???

Happy thoughts coming your way Jeni. You got this and you'll do great.

Yesterday I was allowed full fluids. I gained 1.5 pounds. Almost makes me want clear liquids again. Notice I said almost! But is it normal to gain now? I think the change in diet has something to do with it... But I don't like it. Lol

What is P2B

I was told 1 cup sf yogurt at this stage of the diet. I can eat a whole cup and feel like I could eat more. I'm 1 week out and have lost 16 lbs but I fight hunger feelings all day. I'm just doing what's ordered by my doctor but I still feel hungry. I'm wondering if this feeling changes down the road some place.

Sounds yummy

I'm wanting some variety and wondered what others are eating on their full liquid diets. So glad to be off clear liquids

Congratulations to us all on the losers bench and to those who will be joining us shortly. After one week out I'm on full liquid. If I never see another can of broth it will be too soon!!! Lol

Hi Froggie, I'm excited for you and I'm 55 btw.

Good luck everyone. You'll be in my prayers and everything will be fantastic.

What kind of butter is used most?

Thank you RJ'S. It feels different then the first couple days. Nothing painful except once the second night, I woke up so thirsty and gulped away then realized what I had done. It was very uncomfortable for a short minute but then I was fine.