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Most overweight people have fatty livers. That's why some drs insist on pre-op diets...others adjust their operating tech to ensure the liver is out of the way.

You know acknowledgement is the first hurdle! Good for you! The best thing about the sleeve is it will force you to restrict those urges. You may (and prob will) eat things you shouldn't..we all do, but just one or two bites & you will be satisfied! I too was a food addict, I have eaten the "forbidden fruit" but like I said...it loses its appeal! Good luck on your journey..you've already overcame a great deal!

Wow, you look awesome! Thanks Kirk!

My grandkids keep trying to steal mine!! :-/

Yep, the premier chocolate ones are the best!!

Your doing better then me..surgery 12/17 & down 35lbs! :-/

I too suffered WAY more pain..gas & incisional, with my gallbladder then WLS!

Did you have it lap...or open? Sounds like trapped gas!

Wow...I just THOUGHT I was allergic to exercise then! :-/

Yes, I'm a nurse..& I understand your schedule. I would keep protein bars readily available & some protein drinks at the station. You could also keep the protein mix to add to your water on hand. I always keep a bar in my pocket to snack on if I get too busy to stop for a meal.

Like DeeDee said...there is a difference in dr's, & some have given a "never again" list. I didn't have all the stages you listed, I also had no pre-op diet...just liquid diet the day before surgery. I was released to eat reg food at week 2! I have had no issues at all with eating anything. I also wasn't given a "never" list...my dr said "try it..if it makes you hurt or feel bad...don't do it!" simple as that. Now...with that said, I think you should follow YOUR dr's advice...not mine or anyone else's....do as yours says & you will get better!

That's funny! Yes, I was serious...since it's used as a meat replacement...I wasn't sure if produce..or healthy section. :-/

Ok Laura...what section of the grocery store does one find this tofu that you speak of?? Lol

Yum, looks great!

Most overweight people have low Vit D...don't really know why gout...do you have kidney issues?

I'm always freezing too! Learned to keep a jacket in my car!

I do not regret one minute! & Luckeysmomma have you tried the Premier Protein shakes? Most of us like them!

I'm going on a trip in Dec....thinking I'm prob going to have to get a new passport! :-/

Me too...Houston area! Welcome!

Love that one VSG! Hernia repair will leave similar scars.

I have had several surgeries in the past & this was by far the easiest! I was shocked! Love, love, LOVE my sleeve!

being nervous is normal...just remember why you started this journey in the first place! Read the other posts on "would you do this again?" or whatever the title was...Every one of us said we would! Try & get some rest & let us know how your doing!

I WiSH I could run....but if you see me running, call the cops cause someone is chasing me with a meat cleaver!! :-/

& yes, I'm always tired...can fall asleep just sitting still! :-/

Wow Laura, hope they figure out what it is soon! I will keep you in my prayers!