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I was sleeved on May 16, and am down 33 pounds. I'm very pleased with the progress and success so far! My typical day consists of: Breakfast 5:30 am- approx. 1/3 cup of cherios, with little milk. snack 8:30 am - approx. 1/3 cup of gravy and scrambled egg. lunch 11:30 am - 1/3 cup grilled chicken cubes and green Beans. Snack 2:30 - Pasta salad with peas, carrots and tomatoes. dinner 5:30 - 1/3 cup spaghetti or other type of left overs. I usually try to eat my Protein first, then veggies. I don't have room for anything else. I get full very quickly. 1/3 is all I can hold at a time.
I use the Centrum chewable Vitamins. I take one in the morning and one in the evening. Also, I take B12 each day. I always take my Vitamins after I eat....never on an empty stomach. The chewables are fruit flavored and taste good. I have a hard time getting in the 64 oz. of Fluid each day too, but I usually drink at least 48 oz. Crystal Light has been my saving grace. I can't stomach lots of Water...never could. But I've been drinking Crystal Light all day long since the surgery (Fruit Punch and regular Lemonade flavor). I try to only drink a Protein shake when I simply don't have time to eat anything. Also, I keep a Protein Bar in my purse at all times just in case I get hungry and can't get to my regular food. My doctor said to refrain from using the Protein shakes after surgery when possible. They want me to "chew" my Protein.
Hope this helps!!! Take care!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

A lot of these meds are available in chewable. Ask the pharmacist. I was surprised at how many prescriptions and supplements are available in chewable AND/OR liquid! Good luck!!!

A lot of these meds are available in chewable. Ask the pharmacist. I was surprised at how many prescriptions and supplements are available in chewable AND/OR liquid! Good luck!!!

I don't mean to belittle your fear at all when I say this, but this comment is so very true. I remind myself of it ALL the time. "Fear is as deep as you let it be". You are LETTING yourself have these fears. You are CHOOSING to be afraid. You have to DECIDE NOT to be afraid of these things. When you realize you are in control of your fears, and you have the chance to "lessen" the fears, you feel a great strength and peace within you. It's your choice....are you CHOOSING to be afraid or are you CHOOSING NOT to be afraid? It's one or the other!
I understand your emotions. Been there! One day soon you'll look back and say to yourself..."Wow, look at what I've accomplished!!!" That's a feeling no one can ever take from you!!! You will do JUST FINE!!!! I believe in you!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

When you WANT your favorite clothes to actually shrink in the dryer so you can keep wearing them for a little while longer!!!!

Congratulations to you!!!! I know you are super excited! And, YES, GOD is GOOD!!!

Hello, so sorry you are having troubles. I was sleeved on May 16 and I was not ready for any type of solid food at 6 days. (I'm just now almost 6 weeks out and barely ready for solid foods). I didn't even try mashed potatoes until the 3rd or 4 week. You need to stay on liquids - but not Clear Liquids. Clear Liquids do not satisfy your hunger. They just provide fluids for you. I drank a Protein shake each day. Ensure High Protein shakes (available at your regular grocery store). I like the milk chocolate best. It's so very yummy! I drank 1/2 shake at a time because these are 16 oz. shakes. But, also, I made onion Soup, potato Soup, chicken noodle soup, and put them all in the blender so no chunks were left at all. Chunks are what will hurt your stomach at this point. The taste is completely normal for these items and they satisfy your hunger. I lived on these Soups and Protein Shakes for 2 full weeks, and I can honestly say I was not hungry....or should I say I got hungry only when it was time to eat again, which was every 2 hours. I only ate 3-4 bites worth at a time, which was about 1/4 cup. But, that's all I wanted and it definitely satisfied my hunger. When I got hungry again, I ate more soup or drank a portion of another Protein Shake.
Hang in there! The worst is over! Hope this helps!!!

Congratulations!!!! Only those who CAN'T cross their legs, or HAVEN'T been able to cross their legs knows what it's like!!!! Hoorraayyy!!! Great job!!!

Good morning! That's wonderful you are thinking of this surgery for a tool to assist your weight loss! Each surgeon has a different method for/if you are required to be on a liquid diet. You'll read here that some patients don't have to do a liquid diet at all, but most do. I'm on my 2 week liquid diet now - surgery is day after tomorrow!!! Also, if you are going through insurance, the insurance company may have a specific plan for you to do before they approve you. If you are paying for the surgery yourself, then the process is much simpler. I am paying myself and all has gone VERY quickly. I only met with my surgeon 2 weeks ago, and now my surgery is Friday May 16.
Also, the tests that the surgeon wanted done prior to my surgery are: EKG, Chest X-ray, blood work, Upper G-I, Thyroid test and a letter from my primary doctor that she supported my surgery. Oh, also I had to see a psyciatrist for him to make sure I had the ability to understand the surgery and all involved, as this is very serious.
Hope this helps! There are a few steps involved, but it will be worth it! I'm so anxious to start this new chapter of my life!!! Good luck to you!

Good morning! That's wonderful you are thinking of this surgery for a tool to assist your weight loss! Each surgeon has a different method for/if you are required to be on a liquid diet. You'll read here that some patients don't have to do a liquid diet at all, but most do. I'm on my 2 week liquid diet now - surgery is day after tomorrow!!! Also, if you are going through insurance, the insurance company may have a specific plan for you to do before they approve you. If you are paying for the surgery yourself, then the process is much simpler. I am paying myself and all has gone VERY quickly. I only met with my surgeon 2 weeks ago, and now my surgery is Friday May 16.
Also, the tests that the surgeon wanted done prior to my surgery are: EKG, Chest X-ray, blood work, Upper G-I, Thyroid test and a letter from my primary doctor that she supported my surgery. Oh, also I had to see a psyciatrist for him to make sure I had the ability to understand the surgery and all involved, as this is very serious.
Hope this helps! There are a few steps involved, but it will be worth it! I'm so anxious to start this new chapter of my life!!! Good luck to you!

Thanks so much for sharing your story! My surgery is next week and I want to hear everyone's journey as much as possible! Great job and keep up the great work!!!