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There are some flavored broths on the market that are pretty good. Also, add some fresh herbs like rosemary or basil to your broth and steep it like you would tea then strain off the solids. I LOVE Taos green tea with speremint as well - one of my favorites. If you get hungry, drink water or drink some more broth - it can be more filling than you think

I've had people tell me it was the easy way out, then I tell them everything that I and every other WLS patient have to go through prior to and after surgery. That usually puts it into perspective to them. A lot of people don't understand that we STILL have to watch what we eat and exercise, just like everyone else does. And it's a lot easier for some of us to regain weight than it is for a lot of them. They are generally uneducated about WLS and have absolutely NO CLUE what all it entails.

You had me at pop tarts ... I seriously need to figure out a pop-tart substitute ... LOL!

Some surgeons don't and instead do a low-cal diet with fasting prior to surgery. For the ones that DO require liquids, however, it's done primarily to shrink the liver and pancreas before surgery to reach the stomach easier.

I use Stevia for most things, but I also use honey, coconut sugar, and molasses. I do use Splenda if there's nothing else (it's better than aspartame). I've used raw sugar as well and done okay with it.

I am ROTFLOL at that!!! Girl, you crack me up

7 Bites is a cooking show that I do with my mom on YouTube. It's geared specifically to those of us in the WLS community. We try to focus on high Protein, low carb, sugar free foods in small portions. "7 Bites" stands for what my psych told me before the surgery - that we (for a time) should be used to seven bites of food - 4 protein, 2 veggie and 1 starch. It changes as time goes on, but the premise and philosophy remains the same - protein first, veggies second, 1-2 bites of starch if you're still hungry.

Thanks for the info on the ginger!!! I will have to try that!

My mom is REALLY into the fact that my dad hunts, LOL...

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! <3 <3 <3 <3

Thank you so much!! That means a lot - I am so glad it's helpful!

Shared on both my personal page and the 7 Bites FB page. God bless you and your family - God has a plan in all of this!! <3

Although I am a sleever rather than a bander, I love this article and there are some great tips that any of us can learn and benefit from, regardless of our WLS of choice! Thanks for the post! Great information!

LOVE LOVE LOVE! Thank you for this article - this is exactly what I've needed to read here lately!

You are certainly in the right place for support! Everyone here has had amazing journeys - definitely keep lurking and posting and do your research! The right surgery IS out there for you - it just depends on what you want from it! We are all here to answer any questions you might have and none of us are afraid to share the good, the bad, and the ugly with you!!

Boiled shrimp, hard boiled eggs, cheese sticks, almonds, baby carrots, and feta cheese!

We launched our second season today and are so excited!! Thank you guys for being such a huge part of this - we appreciate the love and support we've gotten from this forum! Hope that you enjoy our season premier and that what we do is helpful to you! Remember you can always contact us with any questions, comments, or suggestions either here on the Bariatric Pal forum or you can email us at SevenBitesShow@gmail.com Thank you guys! Hope you enjoy this weeks episode! Please let us know what you think

I would certainly check and be sure with your doctor first - but I think the biggest issue would be the sodium count. A LITTLE BIT (a tablespoon or two) shouldn't hurt - at least, I wouldn't think it would!

Wow! This sounds really interesting! Thanks for the information - this will be something for us to do some research on for sure.

I was never told this, but I get terrible reflux if I eat before bed! Great information!

Every surgeon is different - mine allowed it at 3 months post-op (wine only) and at 6 months we were allowed carbonation in small amounts (beer and cider drinks for alcohol). Be sure to check with your doctor's instructions!

Isn't it a wonderful feeling? Congratulations!!

SO many people deal with it!! Miralax is huge on this forum - some people use it daily as they would use a Vitamin supplement (not that I'm recommending to do that!!). Be sure you're getting enough liquid - most of the time that's the #1 culprit. Beyond that, try adding a little Fiber powder to your meals (on the OK of your doctor).

That is really funny!! I've had people do a double take, but never had someone just not recognize me at all!! Congrats on the loss!!

LOVE the blue shoes and I agree with the blue accessories to match - earrings, handbag, bangles - maybe mix in some silver or gold for a bit of bling And I'd go with the sheer nude hose BEAUTIFUL dress!