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We don't count calories.... I count protein... 60 grams and carbs less than 80 grams. I'm averaging 500-700 calories per day.

Almond milk has on 1 gm of protien in 8oz....it is ok to mix with a high Protein dry mix

Either you trust your surgeon or you don't . If you don't then I'd suggest you start looking for a new doctor.

Either you trust your surgeon or you don't . If you don't then I'd suggest you start looking for a new doctor.

Heck no! It is the best sleep ever. Actually, it's more like, leave me alone, so I can sleep. Now that said- if you have severe lung disease or heart disease and you are a High risk case, then your choice is to die without surgery, or die trying.

Heck no! It is the best sleep ever. Actually, it's more like, leave me alone, so I can sleep. Now that said- if you have severe lung disease or heart disease and you are a High risk case, then your choice is to die without surgery, or die trying.

Great idea!

Great idea!

Wearing panty hose and crossing my legs.....

Wearing panty hose and crossing my legs.....

Interesting. I've been having the same problem. I know I'm not drinking enought. I'm lucky to get 32 oz in above any fruit or shakes I have in a day. But I don't use artificial sweeteners except for a bit of stevia in in tea in the morning. Biotene has a product that you can use, but it's funky.

Interesting. I've been having the same problem. I know I'm not drinking enought. I'm lucky to get 32 oz in above any fruit or shakes I have in a day. But I don't use artificial sweeteners except for a bit of stevia in in tea in the morning. Biotene has a product that you can use, but it's funky.

There is a difference between lying and not talking about it. I told only a very select few and to the others I said nothing. I agree about having to stealth with everyone else's opinion as well as those who then put you under the microscope. I have known many who used the gallbladder story then later said they just decided change their eating habits...stay away from the "complications" line cuz nosey people want to know the details. Keep it simple. But I do like the 'anal fissure' hemorrhoid story line... That's precious!

Ditto on the above comments. Plain is best with fresh fruit. Add some Splenda or stevia if you want it a bit sweeter. Also it has only about 5-6 gms of protein. Remember your protein goal for the day is about 60 grams

I don't get. I love my wine like the next person. I was having it shipped to me a small winery in California, but when I decided on surgery I stopped the shipments. I'm now 5 weeks out and focusing on getting and being healthy. I don't miss having a glass of wine, nor do I feel I need to or want to. I've been out with friends twice and on both occasions encouraged them to have their wine.... I just stuck with water. My surgeon recommends waiting 1 year. I may wait that long or I may not. I don't have a plan at this point. But I know this, I opted for surgery to be a healthier me. I know all the ways to cheat the system, but I'm only cheating myself. Once I have my eating in balance and I've achieved my goals then I look at enjoying a 'normal' life. So I have to ask...what is more important to you? Wine or a better life?

I had my surgery on a Wednesday and went back to work the following Tuesday. I had a bit of brain fog, which I suspected, but is tired quickly. My staff was told that I may leave early any day the rest of the week. The only day I did was Friday. It still took me another week to clear the fog. It took me longer to get my routine things done. After 5 weeks, I still get tired by Friday, but the fog is gone. I guess it depends on the demands you have.

Welcome to the club! Every day is better than the day before!

In Florida they require 6 months consecutive of documented physicians records for weight loss. It's a PITA

Wow. I was sleeved on the 28th. I was able to go to soft foods on week 4post op. Now that said, my new stomach really prefers shakes, yogurt type foods so that is what I plan for breakfast and lunch, but at dinner I will have protein that is okay in the soft phase. I've had Fish, shrimp, tuna, eggs, chicken thighs. I'm only able to eat 3 oz very slowly. I can also manage melons, and grapes, a bite or two of banana. You will definitely feel full once you start getting into more solid foods. I'm not hungry at all. If anything I have to tell myself to eat to be sure to get my 60gms of protein in. Now that said, I have had moments of head hunger (cravings) even though I'm not hungry. Hang in there. It's an adventure. I was 221 pre-op and I'm 204 today. So were about at the same place.

Too much!

I completely agree withClinincal Nurses experience. Mine was the same. Everyday is better than the day before. I'm 4 weeks out. My best I advise is follow everything they tell you to do. I had many "aha"moments after surgery when things came up and my brain went "I get it"! There can be 2reasons why he wants you to loose weight. 1) it makes you a safer patient on the OR table...less risk for complications. 2) he wants to know you are committed to making the dietary changes needed to be successful. To many people want the surgery and the weight loss, but don't want to 'give up' or changes the foods they are eating, like the breads, rice, and sweets. I had a friend in that situation. They wouldn't assign a surgery date until she made the commitment. Before she did, Ll I heard was " well, I can't just stop eating....." Once she did the weight dropped and she is doing beautifully. She now understands that she had to make that real emotional commitment to change. She also has not had any complications. Hope that helps....we're here for you