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berrie23

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  1. So, I was a bit frustrated cause I didn't lose any weight in a week. I realized my protein shake contained too much sugar & carbs so I immediately threw it away & got a new one(GNC Total Lean). I was told my body is in starvation mode & survives by eating my fat. But because I was consuming sugar & carbs through my protein shake, it was surviving off the sugar & not my fat. Is this true? & if so will I start to lose weight now that I've changed shakes & won't be consuming as much sugar & carbs?
  2. It is frustrating. I am 220lbs now. I am leaving for vacation June 2nd & wanna be under 200lbs. It's not helping me reach my goal.
  3. I am 2 1/2 weeks post op & haven't lost anything in about a week. I am on the mushy phase diet. It's a bit frustrating.
  4. I am 2 1/2 weeks post op. Could I take Aleve or Motrin when needed or is it too soon? Will it upset my stomach?
  5. I have united healthcare. It only required me to have a BMI of 40 or more (no co morbidity required). See the nutritionist & psychologist twice. No six month diet, no 5 year weight history. Once all paperwork was submitted, it look 10 days for a response. It was pretty easy & fast. It took about 6-8 weeks from start to surgery date.
  6. I'm 10 days post-op. last night a had a sliver of a chicken tender, yesterday. I chewed it about 100 times but I still feel it in my throat, the next morning. Any suggestions.
  7. Hello. I am 8 days post-op & on my clear liquid only diet. I have lost 16lbs. Us that normal or is it coming off too fast?
  8. I am not on any meds nor am I diabetic. I'll try the diluted apple juice. Thanks for all the suggestions.
  9. What other proteins can I have? I thought either shakes or broth.
  10. I am 5 days post-op. I have vitamin water zero, sugar free ice pops, crystal light iced-T & my protein shake (occassionally). Broth is nauseating to me. I am tired, jittery, feel shaky inside & my calves are tingly. Is this normal? Am I not getting enough protein?
  11. Omg. Love the recipes. Please inbox me some more ideas.
  12. Thank you. My stomach is rumbling soooo much. My doctor said clear liquids for 2 weeks but I just don't know how I'll make it.
  13. I am 5 days post op & this liquid diet isn't cutting it. Can I have applesauce or 1 or 2 crackers to help?
  14. I am 3 days post op & have such gas pressure in my chest, it's no joke. How long will this last & any suggestions how to relieve the pressure?

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