Chefchrisp

great idea! Maybe I will try that at lunch! Someone else also suggested making a scrambled egg with cottage chesse in it. I haven't tried it but it would definitely add Protein.

I've done that, and as long as you don't put too much cottage cheese in, it's perfect. I put too much in once and the cottage cheese kinda melted in the eggs and made it runny. It wasn't good.

Is it on the right side just below your ribcage? It could be gallbladder. That flares up if you eat greasy/fatty foods.

My doctor said take extra Calcium. No one numb legs or body parts. I was getting this while driving & it's dangerous cant pull over in the high way.

That could be my problem. I was only taking 1 calcium pill in the AM & 1 in PM but I was supposed to be taking 2 in AM, midday & PM. I've upped it but still have restless legs. Maybe I've gotta give it more time.

Jenn... I am going to look for the Loreal shampoo.. had not seen or heard of it yet. Hubby is sick of the Garnier.. is the conditioner better? The garnier never feels like it washes out..

On a off note... ChefchrisP... are you sneezing in your profile pic???? lol

No sneezing, but I am tasting magnesium citrate for the first time on the day prior to surgery.

Has anyone tried the Organix Biotin & collagen shampoo/conditioner? I have been using it about a week now but haven't noticed anything yet.

I lost 14 according to the doctors scale, wearing jeans, multiple layers & a jacket. Normally I weigh in only wearing shorts & a tshirt. I was probably down 18-20 if you account for all the layers.

And to add to that.... I am still a happy person like before. Just because I don't like food anymore doesn't mean I don't like all the other great things in my life.

I kind of understand what you are saying/asking. Im only 3 weeks out so I'm not sure what it will be like in the future. I'm a trained chef and LOVE food. Since surgery I've bad no appetite and could care less about food. I used to find happiness in food, trying new things, going out to eat but now I'm more like "meh" to food.

I'm not alone! I had surgery on 3/20 and mine kicked in about a week later. It was so bad that I thought I may have had a blood clot and had to go in for labs and an ultrasound. I'll ask my doc in about 2 weeks at my 6 week appointment.

I attempted a turkey burger. Took 1 bite and my stomach was killing me. Gave it an hour and switched to Protein Shake.< /p>

My doctor used to tell people no drinking from a straw (like 2+ years ago) because of gas/air. They have since found that it doesn't really make a difference and they now allow them.

I wouldn't do it. It's a big change and we went through a lot to get to this point AND we've got to keep doing a lot to succeed. Just stick it out!

Every surgeon has a different diet plan. I was allowed Jello, pudding and cream Soups starting the day after surgery. IMO it's not worth rushing ahead to try something not in your plan. I've seen 3 people who had surgery in March like me and skipped ahead and were eating "real" food - French fries, soda. They all got strictures and they aren't even a month out.

I'm 3 weeks out now (3/20 surgery date) and have lost 20 pounds! But I've also been in a 1.5 week plateau. Ugghh. I know it will pass I just want to see the scale move again!

Just becareful hopefully its nothing.

Thanks. I'm calling first thing in the AM and offices are only 10 minutes from me.

Since your so new out' date=' you really need to probably visit a ER. There they can page your Dr and he can do a complete workup.

If you weren't my first thought was it may be from pepto that can cause that.

I hope your ok![/quote']

I haven't been taking pepto but have been prescribed Pepcid for gastric healing. I have no pain, discomfort, etc. I'll hold off and call at 8am when office opens.

Did you take Iron

I don't take an Iron pill, just multi, Pepcid, b-1.

I had surgery on 3/20 and since I've had maybe 6 BMs, all have been black and very soft but not loose.

I read that the first one or two could be normal due to blood in intestine from surgery but it should go back to normal.

I also read that continued black stool could be a sign of internal bleeding in the upper GI.

I'm going to call tomorrow but wanted to hear others experiences.

Just wondering where you buy Isopure drinks and if they are good?

I've only tried the magi peach flavor, but that sh*t was HORRIBLE. Huge waste of $5.

My plan called for creamy Soups the day I went home (1 day post). I found a cream of Tomato and ate that with a scoop (ok... Like a teaspoon) of ricotta cheese (also approved). It was like a gourmet Italian dinner minus the Pasta.

I'm now 10 days post and the other things I'm allowed are sugar free pudding, SF Jello, melted cheese, broth, puréed baby foods including meats.

It took 50 lbs before I went from a 42 to a 40.

1oz of refried Beans and a little sprinkle of cheese tonight.

I want to get "control yourself, take only what you need from it" on my side/rib cage. Kind of a reminder to eat well, have control, use food for nutrition not pleasure.

I'm 6 days post and have had zero hunger. I've been out to 2 bbqs too and didn't even care about the food that was there. I know everyone is different but for me I've had no problems with food cravings.

I'm taking 4 weeks off. Realistically I could probably go back now (6 days post) but I'm going to enjoy all 4 weeks!