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Chelly

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  1. Posted

    Having surgery was one of the best gifts I ever gave myself.

    I have sagging skin and to tell the truth it really doesn't matter to me because I am so much healthier then I've every been and I look great in clothes.

    Granted I don't wear short sleeves but I also have a very large scar from arm and shoulder surgery that I don't want to be seen so that's the reason I don't wear short sleeves.

    I have found when I wear a more fitted dress for example I wear Spanx to help give me a smoother look.

    Have the surgery you won't regret it and you can always fix the skin part at a later date if you want.

    Being healthy is so much more important then the vanity aspect. Don't get me wrong looking good is important too but it's secondary to being healthy.

    Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

  2. Posted

    One of the best gifts I ever gave myself was having bypass surgery last year.

    I am healthier then I've ever been and off of 95% of my meds.

    I originally was going to have the sleeve but about 3 weeks before surgery my gastric doctor told me I would be sorry because of my reflux, so with that information and the surgeon believe I would have the best results with bypass that's what I did and boy and I glad.

    This decision is all yours and don't let anyone deter you from doing what you think is the best for you.

    You are the one who is in charge no one else is and you are the one who has to decide so gather all the information you can and do what you feel is right for you not what is right for anyone else.

    Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

  3. Posted

    I told my real immediate family only at first and no problems there.

    Then slowly I told other people and never had a negative response from anyone, I was lucky.

    Unfortunately you don't know how people will react so be prepared if it doesn't go like you expected it to.

    Keep your guard up just in case someone gives you negativity and don't let anyone deter you from doing what you want to do for yourself.

    You go with it and best wishes for a successful surgery.

  4. Posted

    First call your doctor immediately or go to the ER.

    I have these symptoms and it was discovered that I have Hypoglycemia and must keep juice or hard candy to raise the levels back up if they drop. I do this because this is what I was instructed to do. I also have to check my blood 4x at least a day.

    This is something you do not want to take a risk with.

    Let us know what was said about this and what it is.

  8. Posted

    I use Flintstone Complete children's chewable Vitamins. I take two at a time.

    I have used and still use Jay Robb whey Protein powder and it has a smooth taste to it.

    You can get a sample pack of what they have from the company.

    If I remember correctly I used Ensure High Protein premade shakes before surgery for two weeks and used four a day. The chocolate went down easily for me.

    I also suggest to you to ask your nutritionist for a list of shakes they approve of to use at this stage and for afterwards. Your nutritionist is your best resource for this information.

    Good luck with your future surgery.

  10. Posted

    I use Jay Robb whey Isolate Protein powder in vanilla or chocolate. I find it smooth tasting.

    You purchase a sample pack from the company of all the flavors that it comes in.

    I use sugar free Torani syrups in them to give a different taste. Torani Syrups come in many, many flavors.

    I use at times PB2 Peanut Butter powder that also comes in chocolate Peanut Butter powder too. Very tasty and adds some more Protein to your shake.

    I also use at times Walden Farms chocolate, caramel or marshmallow dips to add to my shakes. I like these and they are made with Splenda.

    Your nutritionist also will probably give you a list of protein powders or premade shakes that are exceptable to them for your food plan.

    I suggest also get the sample pack from unjury of their shakes and chicken Soup. I know my sister likes their products.

    Good luck and best wishes.

  12. Posted

    There is no way I would want to be big again.

    I have sagging places all over yet I look good in clothes.

    I'm happy that I'm here and able to do things that I was unable to do before.

    My body is my body and I will exercise to help keep it fit but if I don't loose this sagging oh well.

    I tell you a story I once died because of an error I made in quiting a medication cold turkey and I am lucky that I'm here to talk to you.

    So be grateful for everyday and that you are loved no matter what.

    The things you talk about can be fixed by changing some things in your eating and others don't add up to a hill of Beans if you are loved by family unconditionally.

    Maybe you should talk to a therapist about your self image it might help.

    May you find peace and happiness.

    Good luck.

  16. Posted

    Hi and welcome.

    I can't emphasize enough that your Protein is the number one priority for you to have.

    Without Protein you will not heal correctly and your hair down the line with start to fall out more because of the lack of protein.

    The second most important thing is drinking all the Water so you don't get dehydrated and have to go to the hospital for IV fluids or a hospital stay.

    The third thing is getting in your Vitamins and supplements every day.

    If you can't do this I suggest you talk to your surgeon and nutritionist because you'll have problems.

    unjury makes a chicken Soup that has 20g of protein per serving or buy unflavored Protein powder and add it to drinks or sugar free pudding or make shakes with it using PB2 which is Peanut Butter powder or chocolate Peanut Butter powder. You could add sugar free Torani syrups to the shakes.< /strong>

    Another thing stay off the scale it's very self defeating and bad for your mind. If you must go on it then do it once a week at the same time of day and wearing the same thing.

    I personally don't own a scale and only get weighed when I have a doctors appointment.

    So take this information and do what you want with it, it's all up to you.

    I know that if you stick with it you will loose weight and feel healthier.

    Good luck.

  17. Posted

    I have problems with my esophagus that makes it hard for foods to go down easily at times.

    If I'm not careful certain foods get stuck and it's very uncomfortable.

    It passes the discomfort thank goodness.

    My suggestion is have it checked out if it continues by a gastric doctor if it concerns you.

    I use Gas X strips and they work faster then the pills to get rid of the burping and discomfort.

    Feel better and you will learn by trial and error of what foods to avoid until a later time.

  19. Posted

    Hi,

    I use Jay Robb whey Protein powder and have not had a problem with gas from it. Also you can get individual packets to try if you write them for samples I believe at a minimal charge.

    It comes in vanilla, chocolate and strawberry.

    You buy it thru the company directly, at Whole Foods, on Amazon or eBay.

    These next suggestions I would check with your nutritionist to see if you can have them yet.

    I add Torani sugar free syrups to give the shakes different flavors.

    I have also added PB2 for extra Protein to them. PB2 is Peanut Butter powder and it comes in peanut flavor or Peanut Butter chocolate. You find this in your grocery store, Walmart or Target in the peanut butter isle usually.

    Another suggestion to get in your protein is powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury chicken Soup. I found this to be a great help because it has 20g of protein per serving.

    From Unjury you can get a sample pack of their products of Soup and shakes if you want to try the products before committing to buying a full container of them.

    Good luck and continue to feel better each day.

  20. Posted

    If you are taking pain meds they are a despressent and that is what might be causing you to have the blues.

    Also anasteagia can cause the depressing feeling you have.

    It should go away but if it doesn't or it would make you feel more secure then contact your surgeon about the depression and crying.

    Feel better and take care.

  23. Posted

    I was originally going to have the sleeve and a few weeks before my gastric doctor told me because of GERDS I shouldn't have the sleeve and should have the bypass because the risk is higher that the GERDS will get worse with the sleeve. I followed what he said and also my surgeon agreed that bypass was the best for me.

    I have fibromylgia, stenosis of the spine, RSD, and osteo arthritis and I have dealt well with out NSAIDS or pain meds since loosing all this weight.

    Talk to your surgeon and talk to a gastric doctor and see what they have to say about what you should do.

    Good luck with your decision of what to do.

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  24. Posted

    You are very strong to over come the stresses of your past.

    I was always overweight my self from childhood on. I didn't have a hard time at home but outside the home by being teased horribly as I was growing up and took comfort in food.

    Back in 2006 I quit a medication I was taking cold turkey and ended up in the hospital for three weeks and during that time I did die and was revived. I also weighed 350 lbs and you would think I would get the message to take care of myself but I didn't. That didn't happen until last year and I finally took the step to get healthy and I am now for the most part.

    I am so glad you told your story of strength and how you forged ahead to take care of yourself and to live life to the fullest.

    I am too enjoying my life much more these days.

    Thank you for your words.

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