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Protein, protein and protein!!! I am 3.5 months post op and I used to have serious food addiction...sometimes just eating when I wasn't hungry. Getting my protein in helps so much with everything. I also started exercising more and that is a wonderful habit to develop. I pay attention to everything that goes in mt mouth.

I just wanted to share one of the best feelings I experienced yesterday with my 7 year old daughter since surgery..We were in a clothing store and my daughter said "mommy you should try this on...it is so pretty for you.." I looked at the size (16) and told her mommy can't fit into that. She told me just put it on and I did. Amazed to my surprise it fit!!!! I was in a size 24 in March before the surgery. I have not been in a 16 in over 17 years. That evening I did not celebrate with food like I used to do before surgery, but with exercise. One of the best feelings in the world!

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HI, I Went to two support group meetings that was offered by my surgeons office at Providence Hospital. They were ok. I actually get more information from this site..

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Wow that's amazing. When were you sleeved? What does your diet consist of?

I found these good energy bars at costco that are high in fiber, not too many carbs, fat, or calories. They taste good and keep me full. I work nights so theyhelp me from snacking on the wrong things. I have like 6 different protein shakes. My favorite is a coffee and chocolate one. I use almond milk and it actully tastes like a milkshake. I always search around for other high protein, low carb recipes online. Youtube has really good ones. Fruit works well with me. The doctor told me the carbs from fruit are better for you than from a starchy food, and get digested better. I usually make mine into a smoothie and take a few sips. It goes down easier. I eat lunch meat as a snack also. I am nervous about eating too many carbs so I just eat a bite of something that is high in carbs.

As far as the greek yogurt, I like chobani. I didnt like the dannon greek either. I like the dannon light and fit yogurt. Some of the other yogurts are good but are higher in sugar, calories, and carbs.

Hi, I have been at a standstill for 2 weeks now. Has that happened to anyone else? It is so frustrating not seeing the scale move. I was sleeved march 22nd, and list 40 pounds thus far.I've been walking and taking in my protein. Should I switch something up? Maybe my body needs a change? Any advice is greatly appreciated!

Thanks. That's true. I was weighing myself weekly then went to daily. I will go back to weekly.

Hi ..I am 6 weeks post op. I've lost 37 pounds thus far. However this morning I wanted to cry. I've gained 2 pounds. Did anyone else go through this? I know I'm losing inches. I've just gotten used to the scale going down.

I take in about 70 grams of protein in. I am getting about 48 ounces of water. I do walk. Due to a previous knee injury I cannot do heavy exercise. As far as carbs I've been eating beans, mandarin oranges, and yogurt. Yesterday I was craving peanut butter and had 2 peanut butter crackers . I checked the label and it was not a lot of calories, sugar nor carbs.

I take in about 70 grams of protein in. I am getting about 48 ounces of water. I do walk. Due to a previous knee injury I cannot do heavy exercise. As far as carbs I've been eating beans, mandarin oranges, and yogurt. Yesterday I was craving peanut butter and had 2 peanut butter crackers . I checked the label and it was not a lot of calories, sugar nor carbs.

Hi I am 3 weeks post op and not losing weight as fast as I was in the beginning. I wanted to ask what I can do to make sure I'm doing everything right. I walk just about everyday. Im not sure if my diet is where it should be. I drink my shakes and I'm introducing more pureed food into my diet. Does anyone have any suggestions and a daily menu they follow?

Wow. I will try bananas. I havent tried that yet. Yeah, I think switching up may help. I think the body doesn't respond to the same routine. Thx for the tip. How much have you lost so far?

Hello all...just wanted to check in. I just came across this forum. I got sleeved march 22nd. My start weight was 307. Last week I was 278. I was weighing myself daily but seemed I was getting obsessed with the pounds. I want to startt weighing myself every week. I want to focus on being healthy but its so tempting to weigh myself. Does anyone else go through this?

Thank you all for the encouragement.. today is a new day. I am so glad I didn't totally give in or I too would have gained 5 pounds.. It is nice seeing the scale go down so I will not indulge. I'm only 10 days post op..

I'm not going to lie but I was miserable at Easter dinner. Every year my family cooks a big dinner and my sister made homemade keylime pie. I had 2 spoonfuls, then cried. After my self pity party my son and I went walking and that helped. I messed up but I refuse to give up and fail. I am feeling gassy now..

When the doctor said walk to get rid of gas, trust me it worked. Nothing helped me but walking. I had to force myself but everyday gets easier.. I was also getting hungry and my Dr told me I wasn't getting enough protein.

I am 1 week post op and have lost 18 pounds. I went in weighing 307, and now weigh 289. However, I still find my food addiction is still there, but I am forced to deal with it. I was out all day and took my daughter to taco bell and wanted to cry that I couldn't get a taco and churro..but this is a daily battle that I will overcome

This is so helpful hearing everyones story, and to know I'm not alone. I was sleeved on the 20 th and having a time getting my protein in, I can't eat sweet things, and I'm nauseous a lot. What did you'll do for nausea.

wow! thank you all for your responses. It is so good to hear from folks that understand. I will take this advice and use it wisely!

Hey ! I am scheduled for the 22nd. I am so nervous that I will fail because I have been addicted to food for so long. I am excited also because I am ready for the change. How do I prepare myself mentally and emotionally for this surgery?

Wow. I am so glad I can finally express myself about this subject. My surgery is scheduled for March 22nd, and I am getting so nervous. I realize I have had a lifelong food addiction. I am so scared that I won't find a healthy addiction. How can I stop depending on food for my comfort and happiness? I can't exercise too much right now because I have a torn meniscus. My fiance is supportive of my surgery but he doesn't understand my deep thoughts about my food addiction.