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are you putting powder in the blender? I blend it really good.. like at least a minute. I can't stand any grittiness. I am sorry I thought you were only a few weeks out. What do you typically eat on a daily basis? Maybe start food journaling and see your nutritionist. Has to be a reason for it and I am sure you will figure it out. What up with your 'head meds'? Most of those cannot be stopped abruptly. I hope your prescriber is aware, I would hope for you to have any bad withdrawal symptoms. I work in psych so if you want to inbox me feel free. I am sorry ppl have been negative... sometimes people lack tact... I sometimes have that problem too. You have to learn to ignore and when you do learn please share your secret with me

Swelling and edema and fluids from operation. You probably won't see scale move for at least a week... I didn't. I was sleeved Feb 4 and so was another girl I knew. Neither one of us lost weight first week and a half. It will come off don't you worry. How are you tolerating your diet? You on full liquids now?

Maybe go back to drinking couple shakes a day, one pureed meal and a snack. Watch carb and fat intake. I advanced my diet too fast b/c I was doing well then members on here scared me and said it was way too soon so I have scaled back on soft diet and drinking just Protein Shakes... I had some yogurt as my snack. Make sure to get in your Water too.

Hemp Protein powder HI Fiber. Stuff is amazing!

No disrespect but dude sounds like a tool! His comments are very demeaning. Kick his ass to the curb. You need a partner who lifts you up not breaks you down... he isn't supportive... he sounds very insecure and when you 'lose the weight' it will get worse. My two cents for what it's worth. P.S You ARE the shit. Don't let any man convince you otherwise.

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Nutiva Organic Hemp Protein Hi-Fiber Powder 3 tablespoons in your shake a day and you will go everyday guaranteed.

at my one week follow up I asked if I could advance from full liquids to pureed b/c I was tolerating full liquids well. However, when I told doc what I was eating he said I was really already eating pureed b/c I would take Soups and run them through blender. So he said continue on with a soft diet if I have been tolerating pureed. I try to get at least one soft meal in a day... not b/c I am hungry just b/c I am so sick of shakes non-stop.

No those shakes go down very easy.. I can finish 8 oz in an hour and Water as well.

wow... My doc said soft diet.... maybe I should ease back and just do the Protein shakes for a couple more weeks. Thanks.

I can eat a small healthy meal without feeling like I am bursting at the seams. Only 2 weeks post op. Any solid I put it my stomach and some thick liquids make me feel like there is a vice grip on my stomach. I know its early on and this is normal but I just want to know I won't have to feel this uncomfortable every time I try to enjoy a meal. Thanks I am not talking about gorging myself with food I am talking about enjoying a small portion without enduring this. Thanks

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seriously tho... I was in there two days. Don't overpack.... I showered as soon as I got home... I had a foley cuz I was retaining urine. Wet wipes are a good idea to keep you fresh. You won't need much. Do not bring any valuables NONE! Don't bring money or jewelry. That lip moisturizer was a life saver. Wishes you the best in your upcoming journey. This is the year is the year of radical transformations.... get ready!

get creative.

loose loose fitting yoga or sweats... and tee's, or loose pajamas.... slippers... toothpaste toothbrush. Lip moisturizer! Your phone or iPad. Ask the nurses to use adhesive remover on you tape marks before you leave. I still have that mess stuck to my skin but if you forget nail polish remover works too. Picture of you baby or babies if you have any kids Good luck and keep us posted.

Elyquint... I am loving your ideas! I ate a morning star black bean burger (could only eat half) and it was painful. Not ready for that either... nearly 2 weeks post op.

I absolutely love Hemp Protein Powder (I get the hi-Fiber kind). I have to start experimenting more with recipes that call for more plant based Proteins. I feel the best when I eat clean and stay away from as many processed, packaged things. That is why I am leaning more toward making my own shakes instead of the store bought.

I do not think you will have a problem with short term DBL... long term only kicks in after you exhaust short term but some ppl carry supplemental short term DBL coverage and each policy differs and you must call and check prior to avoid disappointment later. Sadly, if you are one of the few ppl who experience complications immediately post of ie. leak... that will be your responsibility to pay if you are paying out of pocket and that can add up quickly. Even one additional night can end up costing you. Best thing to do is talk with your surgeon. Are you having your surgery in the U.S?

I'm def worried about the fatigue! Bless your heart... I'm sure this is difficult with a toddler. How much have you lost? I started my pre op diet at 253 (10 days liver reduction diet.... cheated a couple times). On my surgery date (Feb 3) I was about 242. I haven't weighted myself today but yesterday I was 234. So nearly 20 lbs.

Egg salad (you can use plain greek yogurt instead of mayo, its not bad). I made a black bean burger with a tiny side of sweet potato (tolerated that well) Ground Turkey Chili Hummus

So that's a no. Premier is the most recommended RTD shake on this site. I love it with a splash of torani sf raspberry syrup and it has 30g carbs. Some ppl, like me, aren't allowed Greek yogurt on their preop. But I'll definitely give it a try after I'm cleared to. I've tried unjury, about time, new direction, bariatric fusion and Bariatric Advantage. The only one that didn't make me gag or make me sick was about time. It has like 5 ingredients and you can pronounce every one. Uses stevia as a sweetener. I didn't use it pre op (the greek yogurt) I wasn't allowed either. I don't like pre made shakes because in past experience, pre-made shakes have always had a gritty taste plus I am very happy with Fusion. If my insurance approves it will be the only way I try it. I think it would be beneficial to have a pre made shake (in my purse/car) available for times when I can't get to my kitchen blender and I am in a pinch to get something into my stomach. I honestly prefer using whole foods and plant Proteins to make my own shakes b/c many of those shakes have a lot of fillers and other ingredients I can't pronounce. My friend recommended Unjury but I am happy with Fusion so I am not really shopping around for anything else. Honestly.. the shakes are the only thing my stomach doesn't do flips when it hits my belly so I have been primarily doing shakes even though I have been cleared for a soft diet. BTW, how much are those Premier shakes?

I love the chocolate Mousse! LOL I add powder Peanut Butter to it... delish! What do you to mix it with? Did you like that Orange Cream? I just bought a tube of it today. I buy it at a local pharmacy...they stock all flavors. How did you hear about fusion btw?

Have u tried premier? I found them the most palatable of all I've tried I do not like pre-made shakes. If my insurance approves those I am going to certainly try but the bariatric shakes I get here locally are really good. I like to doctor my shakes up anyways. So I am always adding to them. Because those powders are expensive I often use 1/2 scoop and add greek yogurt to it along with other ingredients to up the Protein. Does your insurance cover Premier? What other powders have you tried? Have they all been bariatric shakes??

I am 11 days post op... I am eating a soft diet.

I'm assuming that would hold true for pre op as well? When was your surgery and how are you doing? I am not sure about pre op. I stuck to the directions on the canister. I just mixed fusion bariatric Protein powder with the almond milk and a couple ice cubes to add thickness. I had surgery Feb. 3rd so I am like 11 days post op. I am doing pretty good thanks for asking. I had a bad day today. Nothing was sitting well except Water. I am still extremely fatigued but I have one more week off for a total of 3 weeks. Its hard to catch up on rest since I have a three year old who is a boss.