AnnaLV

I got strawberry flavored Syntha-6 on Amazon. I tried a bunch of different Protein powders pre surgery and so far Syntha 6 is my favorite. It's good mixed with Trop 50 orange juice too :-)

So I have an issue with keeping things to myself... In that I can't lol. I've always been extremely open and honest with everyone about everything to a fault. I guess I figure if I lead a transparent life then I am completely accountable for my choices. So most people at work know, and I've kinda hinted around it on my FB page. I guess I didn't come right out and say it because I didn't feel like dealing with all the crap from some people. I've gotten a mixed bag of reactions. And I really couldn't care less what others think. I'm doing this for me, not for them. My main reason for the surgery and weight loss is because I have spinal arthritis, and I am just too young to not be able to do the things I want to do. So, if they want to be supportive, great, if not... Well I don't see them having to deal with chronic pain :-) Do whatever makes you happy and if you want to tell someone, go for it. If not, that's your business!

So I have an issue with keeping things to myself... In that I can't lol. I've always been extremely open and honest with everyone about everything to a fault. I guess I figure if I lead a transparent life then I am completely accountable for my choices. So most people at work know, and I've kinda hinted around it on my FB page. I guess I didn't come right out and say it because I didn't feel like dealing with all the crap from some people. I've gotten a mixed bag of reactions. And I really couldn't care less what others think. I'm doing this for me, not for them. My main reason for the surgery and weight loss is because I have spinal arthritis, and I am just too young to not be able to do the things I want to do. So, if they want to be supportive, great, if not... Well I don't see them having to deal with chronic pain :-) Do whatever makes you happy and if you want to tell someone, go for it. If not, that's your business!

Hey there October sleevers! I was sleeved on Wednesday, October 2nd. I would love to go through this journey with you guys. Just some info on my stats: Age: 31 Height: 5'3" Pre-surgery Weight: 242 Goal: 135 ish?

Hey there October sleevers! I was sleeved on Wednesday, October 2nd. I would love to go through this journey with you guys. Just some info on my stats: Age: 31 Height: 5'3" Pre-surgery Weight: 242 Goal: 135 ish?

Thanks guys! It's probably just my body's way of adjusting to the new stomach. I will keep drinking my Water and try to get some Protein in. If I can't stomach anything by Monday I will give my surgeon or nutritionist a call :-)

Thanks guys! It's probably just my body's way of adjusting to the new stomach. I will keep drinking my Water and try to get some Protein in. If I can't stomach anything by Monday I will give my surgeon or nutritionist a call :-)

I was sleeved on October 2nd :-) Count me in!

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Hey fellow sleevers! I just had my surgery on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2013. So I am three days out from surgery. I did amazingly well in the hospital. I was up and walking with no problems right away. I ate all of my Jello and broth, and drank tons of Water no problems. Well, it's day three, I've been home since Thursday and I am having some issues. I can't seem to stomach anything at all except water. I have been dumping everything else I take in. I started getting nauseated this afternoon and it hasn't gone away. Also, I've been having this really weird constriction of my diaphragm, almost like hiccups, but not quite the same. Oddly I feel something that kinda seems like hunger too. I guess it could just be a bad day, but I am curious if anyone else has dealt with these symptoms in the first few days post surgery. What should I be expecting over the next few days? It's not awful, it's just not expected and a bit uncomfortable. Any advice is much appreciated. Oh, and I'm curious how long it took for everyone to have their stomach swelling go away and start losing weight? I'm bored and sick of TV already, so my mind is working overtime :-p On the positive side though I've come up with some awesome recipes to try out and share. Thanks guys!!