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Ok I'm not drinking or doing drugs or anything but I swear ive replaced food with reading everything on this site!! Well....this site and facebook....facebook just feeds my Christian Grey/50 shades of grey obsession. I suppose these addictions are healthier than getting high or overeating..lol!!

Hi mami,
First, i would write a letter to the hospital requesting a reduction of your bill, along with a payment plan. Let them know your financial situation, you and your husband are currently separated and the situation -disability with your kids. They have a few sample letters online you can people much copy the template.
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Thanks DLCoggin.
As for my earlier post. Today is the first day I have used the Protein powder. I mixed it with my morning Protein shake. BAD idea. It was like drinking chocolate flavored glue. Will not be doing that again. I am determined to get my protein in come hell or high Water though. I want to lose the weight but not my muscles.
I was overwhelmed and disheartened this morning. I'm usually not such a quitter.
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Lol. I forgot you were a nurse. I'm not a nurse, but when I went to the e.r. I told them what was wrong.

Its not bad to be what people can aspire to have as their experience...I know everyone is different. But with hearing all the bad since I am pre-surgery (August 15th) hearing some good is excellent! Thank you for sharing.

Definitely not worth testing the grounds. Your nutritionist from your bariatric group should have supplied a food listing for you. I know they are all different but, most don't even allow solids until after your visit with them. For the first two weeks the most solid piece of food I could have was cottage cheese and even with that I was told to chew, chew, chew.
Hope you're feeling better! Take it as a lesson learned for sure and stick to what your doc is giving you for a food list. Believe me I know things are tempting but, I keep repeating to myself.....it's not worth it, it's what got me here in the first place so keep with the list

You might try getting some unflavored Protein powder. First thing in the morning, put a scoop of the powder in a small bowl. Depending on the powder, one scoop is 20g or more of protein. When you eat or drink something, put a pinch of the Protein Powder in. You can add it to almost anything and if it's just a pinch, you shouldn't notice the taste too much. By the end of the day you've eaten an additional 20g of protein, a pinch at a time.

I sometimes wonder if doctors and others do a good job of helping folks understand the importance of protein. Unlike fats or starches, your body cannot store protein. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and the nine "essential amino acids" must be obtained from food - they are essential because your body cannot manufacture them. That means they have to be replenished. Every day. Carbs are king when it comes to energy but when you're on a low carb diet, your body will use protein for energy instead. Every cell in your body contains protein. Remove all of the Water in your body and 75% of what's left is - protein. Protein is critically important in the healing process following surgery. Protein is a key player in helping the body fight off bacterial and viral infections. Protein will help minimize muscle loss during rapid weight loss and will also help reduce hair loss to a minimum. Try anything you can think of until you're getting ALL of your protein in, every day.

Perhaps Winston Churchill said it best - "It is of no use saying that 'we are doing the best we can'. Success, means doing what is necessary."

I've been drinking two to three cups of decaf since I was about three months out. Coffee is loaded with antioxidants and has a ton of other benefits. I absolutely believe that it helps me feel full between meals. I drink it with splenda and flavored creamers - I'll take my chances with the extra 35 calories. Love my coffee and ain't giving it up till someone prys it out of my cold dead fingers!!!

You are tired because you're not getting all of your essentials in. Don't give up - find alternative ways to get in the fluids. If 'water' is too bland, do something to spice it up! I added Syntrax's "Apple Ecstacy" to my morning nalgene bottle of Water along with some powdered Wylers lemonade drink mix for a sweet and tart drink that is refreshing - definitely add LOTS of ice and shake it up! I couldn't do the shakes without gagging, but found other ways because all of us here on these boards are determined!!!
Also, chew on ice chips, use sugar-free ice pops from teh grocery store, if you don't make them yourself. Another way to get Protein is to make the chocolate Protein Shakes and freeze them into FUDGCICLES!!! You're getting fluids and Proteins, then. TRY EVERYTHING and ANYTHING!

I'm about 3 weeks out and I'm totally exhausted all day. I know I'm dehydrated because I can't drink much at all especially water. No matter the temperature of the water it makes my stomach cramp. I'm no where near getting 60gms of protein in. Nothing taste good especially protein drinks. UGH!!!

U r rocking it! I love it when weight does not hold back fashion!!!

Can someone please message me how to post a pic to my profile...I'm much better looking than that silhouette!

Hi, I am actually an RN working in pst that's pre surgical testing. Medical clearence and H&P history and physical are a very standard requirement of hospitals pre op. that being said if you are young ie under 70 years old the requirement is Not as stringent. Your surgeon could do the h&p on day of surgery. Any comorbidities though and your pcp must " clear" you for surgery within 30 days of surgery.
I need both a cardiac and medical clearence. Hope you can scramble and get into your pcp tomorrow. Get a copy from him immediate in fact if you get an appointment write up a form that says the following
Pt name: insert your name
DOB: Insert birthday
History: leave 1/2 page
Physical: leave 1/2 page
Patient is cleared for surgery _____yes____no
MD name
MD signature____________________________

Dstollery....that was a riot!!!

Mine shrunk and dropped. I think my belly was holding them up LOL. Was a 42c now I could probably fill out a B cup . Maybe they can transplant some from my ass

Thanks I'm still saving secret money just incase.

Update Mr. Macho man will attend counseling to see if this marriage could be saved.

Man thank god my husband and I are going to have to do the same. He too is going to get the bypass. The only difference is I'm on a 3 week liquid only diet and he will be on a 2 week liquid, unlimited fruit and veggies. Sh!t thats a big difference now that I think about it. lol I'm on day 6, and damn proud of myself

I can relate. I was on liquids on July 4th.... My husband said to me. "want a rib". Thinking he was being funny.... I'm sorry, that isn't funny to me. I used to love food Network but found it hard to watch these days. I've become a house hunters international junkie now! Lol
Hang in there! You might have to just say to him, look, it's hurtful when you do this.
But to answer your question.... Men are both, asses and stupid!! Lol

You guys have listed so many great things. I have to say for me the greatest of the great is just enjoying feeling good about being me. There really are no words to describe how delicious that feels. Every day, every hour, every minute, every place - I'm loving being me. That's the reward at the end of the journey and it is priceless.

I've been so focused on all the things I'm giving up and (no surprise) found myself a bit depressed.
I made myself make.a list of all the things I will gain. Here are my top 10, what are yours?
1. Going to an amusement park and.actually being able to ride a ride.
2. Playing with my kids.
3. Being able to go on float trips without flipping the canoe everytime I move.
4. Joining a softball team again and other athletic activities.
5. Getting rid of all those meds with ugly side effects.
6. Not having to shop at *special* stores and.pay extra for my size clothes.
7. Not being afraid to have my picture made.
8. Sitting in a normal sizes chair without getting my butt stuck (or risk not fitting at all)
9. Feeling sexier and more confident.
10. Last but DEFINITELY not least....not being in pain 24/7
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