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I have had meatballs with no ill effects from the bread crumbs. I even ate chicken parmesan coated in bread crumbs.

They have Premier Protein at my local Kroger store.

I logged in to my insurance website and sent a message asking if bariatric surgery was covered.

I never had any gas pain, but I understand that walking is key in dissipating the gas. Follow your team's instructions for diet and rest up!

You can, but it is high in sodium. I like to simmer some plain chicken broth with dried rosemary and thyme and then stir in a smidge of Better than Bouillon. It is so savory and delicious.

Congrats on your marriage!

I was just reading another thread where someone said that happened to them. http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/296212-undecided-lap-band-vs-sleeve/ I started out wanting a sleeve and that is what my doctor suggested.

That sounds good. I might try that tomorrow.

Yay, that is awesome news!

You only have 2 days. Have some warm broth, it always helped me on my 14 day liquid diet.

I just tried steel cut oatmeal and Sleevie Ray says "do not like!" Sheesh, I couldn't get down more than 3-4 bites before I felt pukey.

I'm doing fine...no pain in my stomach except for the one big incision still twinges now and then.

Good luck to you, you will do fine!

Warm broth is more satisfying than any cold drink.

There is nothing to dread about your EDG. They will give you a light sedative and next thing you know you will be wondering when things are going to start even though you are already done.

I am only 6.5 weeks out and have lost 25 lbs. Being almost 60 years old, the weight is not falling off, but it is slow and steady. I have two ruptured discs in my lumbar spine and have plates, screws, and cadaver bone in my cervical spine. I am feeling lots better even though I still have some bad days with osteoarthitis and spinal stenosis.

Yeah, I want to see some pics. Normal pics would be good, but it is okay if you blank out your eyes and let Laura-Ven draw in some cartoon eyes.

I had gastritis and an ulcer. I took Aleve for many years. I no longer take it and my back pain seems to be better with the little weight I have lost.

Congrats! That is exciting for sure.

Houston

It was in an answer to an inquiry message I sent them through their message center.

I have BCBSTX and I called them just a few days after my paperwork was submitted. They told me I was approved but the letter had not yet gone out. The woman I spoke with said that she would contact that dept. and put a rush on it. I had my surgery date by the next day as I found my approval online and emailed it to my doctor.

I think I got over my sugar cravings during my pre-op diet. I haven't had anything sweet since before 12/3. Once in a while I think about a candy bar, but not enough to bother going to the trouble to buy and eat one. I am happy with sugar free Dulce de Leche pudding, yum!

Artichokes are somewhat fibrous which can be an issue.

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Having lost my first husband to a sudden illness, I know how devasting it can be. Please take care of yourself.