Mrs.RRn

I insist that all of my dairy and meat products are organic. I stock up on eggs, cheese, yogurt and chicken breasts. They also have a wide variety of good Soups and meatless chili that is tasty.

I haven't tried chili yet, and meatless chili sounds pretty good!! Thanks!

I've NEVER been to a Whole Foods in my life, but I'll be shopping there later this week. I'm 1 month out and can tolerate most foods, so far. I'm sure it's going to be a little overwhelming, so I plan to make a little grocery list before I go... I need a little help.

What are your must-haves from Whole Foods??

The reason for the metformin wasn't because of diabetes which has been confusing all the nurses as well. I was prescribed it for my PCOS. I never ever had irregular blood sugar which was odd but my weight made me a candidate for pre diabetes so I think she kept an eye on it just in case. I have never checked my blood sugar or even had regular lab work for it, although I do regularly check my thyroid and other levels, so I'm not even sure what to do! Mg primary doctor never told me that blood sugar was a concern just that she was prescribing it!

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Although, it's usually used for blood sugar, it can also be prescribed for PCOS as well as for weight loss and insulin resistance. No confusion here. Lol. If you haven't had a problem yet w/bs that's fantastic! If it wasn't used for blood sugar, then I wouldn't worry about checking it.

It'll be enough. My liquid diet was actually just the day before surgery, and I'm fine!

Just read the bottle for metformin and it CLEARLY says do not crush. Needless to say I've had an absolutely horrible experience at this hospital with these nurses and I will NEVER go back there. Not only did she force me to eat chocolate pudding which pissed my doc off big time because he had not done my swallow study yet but she also gave me not one but 2 doses of a crushed med that she was not supposed to!!! I'm just all around pissed off at the whole experience. Surgery was a success but so far every moment of misery is directly related to carelessness on a nurse there. 100% better now that I am HOME and caring for myself, aside from comfort issues. I am going to cautiously avoid all meds until I meet with my doc on the 16th. Thank you for giving me concern to check my bottle!!!

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I am a nurse and I do work in a hospital. I know you are not "supposed to" crush Metformin/Glucophage, which is why I said that... BUT sometimes in hospitals Drs allow us to bc the patients are under such close care by us with lab work and frequent blood sugar checks. But I (personally) would never tell someone to take it crushed at home.

But you can absolutely crush your synthroid! COMPLETLY safe to do so.

And I agree w/ you on being home-- that's why I chose a doc who does outpatient surgeries.

If you don't already, I'd suggest checking your blood sugar a couple times a day. You can buy a meter at the drug store for under $10. If you blood sugar gets above 200, give your doc a call.

I think you split it to increase absorption.

You should NOT crush every type of medication!! Phone your doc to be sure. As a simple rule, if the bottle says "don't crush or chew"- then don't.

You CAN crush your synthroid but your metformin - probably not. I'm surprised you're still on bc so soon after surgery. My doc took me off. Really not sure about your 'statin.

If you have any type of extended release, they cannot be crushed.

I'm 1 month out and my shake takes me 1-1.5 hrs depending on the size. Sometimes I do an 8oz shake and sometimes an 11oz. But I do actually enjoy my shake (call me crazy!)

Hi. I just started exercising again, which I live, but i pulled something in my lower left back and the pain is shooting down my left leg. I'm so bummed bc I usually take Advil for this and it really helps but I think I can't take that now (9 wks out). I guess I just have to rest, but other suggestions appreciated. Oh, I also have a deteriorating disc btwn L5 and L6, so that is probably in play here as well.

The pain you're describing shooting down your leg(especially with your back history) sounds more like a nerve than just a pulled muscle. You may need to speak to your doctor to see if a steroid would be needed (to reduce the inflammation).

NSAIDS are never recommended close to any surgery bc of the increased bleeding risk, but as others have said, also to protect our stomachs from ulcers (ouch!)

I hope you feel better soon!!!

EAT!

My advice would be to weigh or measure everything you put on your plate. Eat very small bites and chew chew chew. And when your tummy says stop, stop.

My doc ok'd it 1 week post op. I didn't try until 2 weeks post op. I'm more of a side/tummy sleeper and used a pillow to prop- up my belly to avoid that pulling feeling. I couldn't sleep the whole night on my side/tummy, but it was nice to lay there for a bit.

I'm not ready for steak (4weeks out), but I've been craving it! M mmmm

Listen to your doctor! The last thing you want is a complication (especially caused by you). OUCH- hernia, hemorrhage, leak, oh my!

Congrats!!

Advice??

1) follow your doctor's plan

2) have patience

3)

What a wonderful place to wake up in!! Congrats !!

No appetite is normal for now. I find myself watching the food channel or Food Fest on QVC just to entice me to eat something. Lol

Thanks y'all!!

I just focus on Protein. I really don't have much room for anything else.

Congrats! Keep it up!

Thanks! I plan on it!!

30 lbs lost (unofficial) in month 1. Feeling AWESOME!!

I started eating a boiled egg too fast, kinda forgot about my sleeve. It was embarrassing since I threw up in public. Not to mention acid reflux won't go away, I want the madness to end. It's getting harder to get enough fluids in because of it

Any advice please?

3 weeks post op

20 lbs down

I threw up for the 1st time on July 4th (vsg 6/11) and it was eggs too! And for the same reason you did-- ate too fast. Ick! Hopefully this is the last time for you. I'm paranoid now--- chew chew chew, slow slow slow. Lol

I was pretty upset when I heard this, but I'll forgive her. She's had a pretty ugly history with her weight as well (she drops lbs by starving herself after her fiancé calls her fat)... So, I'll let her be green if she wants to.

I'm happy with me!

I bet green is a terrible color on her. shake it off, what a turd! Maybe you can pass your old jeans on to her??

LOL, literally.

You look fantastic!! Great progress!

My doc gave specific instructions: I had to drink 1 bottle at 4pm, and one at 6pm. If you're really not sure if its ok, just call and ask his office- that's what they're there for!

Good luck!