alex&zsmom

I was August 21st. I was losing a pound a day, and then I started soft food and I'm stuck. Argggh! I hope I won't be some wierd exception to the rule.

Too many carbs ( although I thought these were good carbs)...hence my frustration with the whole thing. I think you're right about making it work for you.

But don't those things typically have less than 15 g of protein? 3 meals.... Oh and beans, love'em. I was told no beans. You sound, and look like you've got it figured out. I've always done well with meat.

So how are you supposed to get 70-90 grams of protein without shakes? I can't wait to not have them anymore?

I wonder if losing a bit slower might prevent hair loss and minimize skin issues? As long as it stays off for the most part, it has to be better than anything else we've ever done right.

Is anyone else frustrated with the difference in advice all of our docs and nutritionists give? Mine said you can never drink too much protein, straws are fine, etc. I've been looking at various weight loss surgery programs and they really vary as far as food phases. I guess there hasn't been enough time to get a scientific set in stone pathway. Does that mean we all just cross our fingers that our doc/ nut have it right? Aargh!

I'm only 3 weeks out , but I have a two year old and have had to pick him up a few times. Major pain in the muscles under the incisions.... It took two days to feel better each time.

My surgeon reminded me that this surgery has been performed for ulcers and cancer for over 40 years. That helped.

I just discovered "Twenty Protein Powder Recipes ( that are not shakes)" on Livestrong.com. Sounds interesting. There is a pancake made of protein powder and water. I can't wait to try it. I think the idea is the higher your protein intake, the less likely you'll crave carbs and be hungry.

Glad to hear you came through it. It's down hill from here!

I've been thinking about you, did you get through changing your dressing okay?

Try to get a bit more protein. My doctor wants me to go from 70 grams to 90 at that point.

You need more protein. You'll be working up to 90 grams. Also stay hydrated. ( this is according to my doctor'sodfice). I'm thinking at least one good protein supplement a day :/

You can brag and be deranged as much as you want. You look amazing! Thank you so much for the inspiration! 9 days out and 15lbs down....I can't wait to be where you are!!!!! Good for you!

One thing I've noticed is that I really do need to be sitting up very straight, or at times kind of lean back when drinking. I realize now how badly I slouch right were my esophagus meets my stomach. The right wound where they took out my stomach hurts more if I don't stay on top of the Tylenol. (which is really wierd, because I never thought Tylenol worked at all). Don't let yourself get dehydrated! You WILL get through this!!!!! You were tough enough to have this done, you can certainly handle these bumps/ mountains in the road. Keep us posted. We're here for you.