Heather_80

Jane - if you can find 'Jay Robb' protein powders, I highly recommend them. They are flavored with Stevia and taste great (at least the vanilla & chocolate ones that I have tried). If you google it I believe you can order a small sample pack off his website. Just wanted to share, hope this helps.

My body has a VERY difficult time with the artificial sweeteners post op (yet was completely fine pre op). I was sleeved on 1/28 so I am still on a puréed diet and I am finding it difficult to find things I can eat that do not contain sucralose. I have experimented with stevia and even regular sugar and my body can digest them with no issues. I'm concerned that reg sugar = higher calories, even though I am only eating extremely small portions. Does anyone have any advice for me? Responses are much appreciated! Thanks, Heather

Eggs are great too! 6g of protein per egg and they are soft so it's easy on our sleeves. Best of luck!

One week out today - down 14.4lbs. Had some issues with my body not agreeing with the sucralose that is in most protein powders. Found some that is made with stevia and now I am finally hitting my daily protein goals. Go back and see my nutritionist on Monday, looking forward to the next phase of this diet. Being able to eat some actual food instead of strained soups, shakes and water sounds delightful. Hang in there for all those that are struggling, you are in my prayers. This will get easier. Much love - Heather

My surgery was on Tuesday - came home yesterday and feeling great. Still on clear liquids with the addition of protein shakes can move on to full liquids tomorrow. So far today I've been able to intake about 16oz of liquid and 24g of protein. I am feeling quite full, so I have to stop and take breaks yet I'm concerned that I won't be able to get in all my protein. Does anyone have some advice on this? So glad to hear about all the successful surgeries that have taken place this month. For those who are on deck, the amazing experience awaits! Stay strong!!

Hello everyone!! I myself am a January Sleever.....my surgery date is set for Tuesday the 28th with Dr. Andrew Wu in Manchester, NH at Catholic Medical Center. I began my journey in Sept with my first appointment and now I am here, I could not be MORE excited. I am lucky enough to not have any co morbidities so I was able to move through the process relatively quickly (and for that I am very thankful). I am currently on the 'liver shrinking' restriction diet and I am STARVING!! Each day has gotten a little easier, so I am hopeful that I continue down that path. What has been really interesting to me is all the varying programs for the sleeve and what I mean by that is the programs. The length of time it takes to qualify for the surgery, different pre-op (and ultimately post op too) diets, length of hospital stays etc. In the past week I have been doing an excessive amount of research through the eyes of people who have both had and wish to have the surgery, watching YouTube videos (VLOGS), reading forums here and on facebook. All great resources!! I am beyond excited and ready to have the surgery, not nervous at all -not sure if that makes me crazy, I am just ready to get this ON! Good luck to everyone else here on their journeys, I look forward to walking this path together. Much love, Heather