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desertgirl6801

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  3. Posted

    online shopping for Protein supplements right now so thank you!!

    I have had so much trouble getting in enough Protein. I tried all kinds of powders and shakes and would get so nauseated with the smell I would get sick. My nutritionist told me to get Protein Shots (bought online). Well I drank them because they were the least of all the "evils", however I had to hold my nose and stand over the sink in case I threw up. I could not finish the 24 ounce shots but got,close. They were so coagulated that I could not get the taste out of my mouth for a few hours and I would dread each day. I was so weak I knew I had to figure out something I could live with.

    Finally, a few days ago my fiancé and I found a Vitamin World in another city. They had the Proto Shot fruit punch with 49 grams of protein. I wouldn't try it, so he did and said it wasn't bad. I got something to chase it down with in case I got sick and then tried it. Although it doesn't taste goodby any means, it isn't nearly as thick as the others and I did not have to hold my nose. I know everyone is different but wanted to share in case any of you are having the same problem. I am only 3 months out from surgery and my appetite has already returned. I am hoping this will put it back in check

    Good luck to all of you.

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    I just don't want my co-workers to be offended if I don't eat the food they bring in, or eat at their birthday lunches (I'll still go on the lunches with everyone, but won't eat with them for a few months).

    I'm starting to come across that. We get together about 3 times a week for dinner and drinks (mainly drinks) and for the last few weeks I've declined just becasue I don't want to place myself in a situation to be tempted.

    Its always someones birthday, or promotion or some kind of other celebration around here and its killer. Cakes, Cookies, pies and what not everywhere. Usually I'm all for that but no more. I've been staying away and sticking to my Protein shakes. So I guess I'll just continue to do what I do and take it as it comes!

  7. Posted

    I haven't told any co-workers. You can't untell. I figured if I heard 1 negative thing, it would be too much. I had my surgery during my vacation from work. Since I've been back, I've told people that I am cleaning up my eating and trying to treat my body better than I have been. I am almost down 20 pounds including the pre-op. So far no one has noticed or commented.

    Thats what I'm doing. Taking 2 weeks off work for 'vacation' and with it being summer, no one is questioning why. I'm sure people have noticed, just probably don't know what to say....congrats on the weight loss!!

  8. Posted

    Also if I'm going to be completely honest with myself, I'm afraid of failing (I've failed in every other weight loss attempt) so I don't want people knowing I've had the majority of my stomach removed and I still cant lose weight.

    Stupid little nagging voices, where's a ball gag when you really need one?

    That has crossed my mind. Theres always that damn what IF factor. If I dont tell and I dont lose no one else will know but me. Crazy logic, I know....slowly kickin ALL that doubt in the rear end

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    It’s one week ((YIKES!!)) before my surgery and I’m debating on whether or not to tell my coworkers. While some/most would be understanding and supportive, there are those that won’t.

    Don’t get me wrong I’m proud of MY decision, but I also feel that MY decision is MY decision and really I just don’t want any negativity around me right now. I don’t have time for that!!

    Just wondering what your thoughts are and how your experiences were with this.

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    Cheated on preop went to outback and ate like a pig bbq ribs full order and cake and Soup and beer.. Damn... Surgery aug 21 coming up next week..

    Ribs are definitely a test of the will power! I had a bite or 2 this weekend. I chewed but didn't swallow :unsure: not one of my prouder moments. It was satisfying at the time, felt like crap afterwards! Hang in there!!! Its almost our time. Only 8 more days to go!!!!!!!!!

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  17. Posted

    I am Aug 21st too! I think I would want to smack her for bringing that donut by me. My husband said I was cranky yesterday. I am on my 3rd day pre-op diet. The first went ok' date=' I was hungry throughout the day and went to bed hungry. Yesterday my stomach wasn't begging as much for some "regular" food and today was better than yesterday. I hope it continues to get better. You can get through this...a lot of people have gone before us and have been successful. :)[/quote']

    Thanks for the words of encouragement...she almost had me with that donut! Hoping for a better day tomorrow.

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    I'll have to try that....Thanks!!

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    I am not really not that nervous at this point. are you getting enough Protein? that could be why you don't have enough energy. I make my shakes coffee, a tiny bit of almond milk unsweetened, protien powder and 2 cups of spinach. That is morning and lunch and I put ice in them and have half a shake at a time so I get to have something to drink 6 times a day. Evening I use 10 cal juice with the Protein and spinach or decafe earl grey tea, almond milk and Protein Powder. They are low cal, delish and satisfying. I find for energy the splitting them in half and having some every two hours really help and gets me in the habit for after.

  19. Posted

    I am on August 16th. for those of you who are on the Protein shakes diet pre op is anyone having trouble sleeping and do you have any ideas why? It's not like my brain in just not shutting it's more that I just can't fall or stay asleep.

    Nerves maybe? I'm quite the opposite. All I want to do is sleep! I don't seem to have the energy to do anything else. Feeling like a walking zombie. Hope this stage passes. Good luck with that.

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  21. Posted

    What is everyone allowed to have on their pre op diet and how long does everyone have to do?? (I hear different from everyone!)

    My surgery is on the 8th. I have to do do 2 weeks, clear liquids only.

    HAS ANYONE CHEATED?? I am having so much trouble with not cheating!

    Right here....(lowers head shamefully) I kinda of sort of some what cheated yesterday. Didnt even realize I was eating that damn bagel. Don't recall picking it up or anything. Bad habits are hard to break!!!

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  24. Posted

    I haven't officially started the preop diet yet. My surgery is on the 21st. I bought all of my stuff yesterday and will be easing myself into it over the next couple of days.

    My surgery is on the 21st as well. Second day with my liquid preop diet....13 more days to go. I keep reading in other posts that this gets easier. I sure hope so.

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  25. Posted

    Not gonna lie, the thought of cheating crosses my mind often. I'm a social eater and found my self today standing in the break room chatting with coworkers and somewhere during the convo (not even sure when) I picked up a bagel and began to eat it. Once I notcied what I was doing, I spit the rest of it out.

    I just started my liquid diet yesterday and have 13 more days to go! Its hard but we can do it! I have to keep reminding myself....Nothing taste as good as being thin and healthy feels!

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