Pat Gabel

Great video. Sums up the struggles they each faced and how much healthier they are due to the weight loss surgery.

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3 months out down 49 lbs & from size 18 to 12!!!!

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Perhaps because you didn't ask him?
PS. I'd advise you to rein in the attitude. There's plenty of support here for polite posters.

I just found this and thought it might help someone.
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Post-Bariatric Diet: SOOTHING smoothies
During your first four weeks following surgery, you will need to adhere to a diet beginning with liquids only and progressing to soft pureed foods. Higher than average Protein intakes are necessary in the bariatric patient. Using whey Protein powder in smoothies, hot cereals and Soups will help to ensure your protein intake is adequate. The following are some ideas to give your meals variety. The equipment you will need is a blender, magic bullet, or food processor.
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
Add at least one item from each category to create your smoothie. To the Protein Powder, add a fruit, protein base, spice, sweetener and Fiber. Process the ingredients in a blender until smooth. Realize these recipes will yield about 10 ounces per serving. Slowly sip the amount you can ingest, usually about 4 ounces at a time. Cover and refrigerate the unused smoothie, stir and enjoy the remainder within 24 hours.
THE INGREDIENTS:
WHEY PROTIEN POWDER: Add one serving of your protein powder.< /p>
THE FRUIT:
You can blend any fruit into the smoothie, fresh, sugar free frozen, or canned fruit packed in its own juice. Use about ½ cup. Frozen fruit makes a thick smooth drink. When using fresh or canned fruit, add a few ice cubes.
THE PROTEIN BASE:
To this add 8 ounces of skim milk or soy milk (Soy slender or Continent 8). To boost the protein, add one of the following: 1/3 cup skim milk powder, 6 ounces of sugar free / fat free yogurt, ½ cup of cottage cheese or ricotta cheese, 1/3 cup of silken tofu, or two tablespoons of smooth nut butter.
THE SPICE:
You can add just about any spice that your taste buds want. Some ideas include cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, cardamom, fennel, parsley. Start with 1/8 teaspoon and add more to intensify the flavor.
THE SWEET:
If you need to, add Splenda or Nutrasweet.
THE FIBER:
Since Constipation is problematic adding a fiber supplement is recommended. One to two servings of Benefiber or Flaxseed meal can be put into your shake twice per day.
The combinations are endless, so get creative and be sure to try the combinations you like. The following are some of our favorites:
In a blender, add the ingredients and process until smooth. Remember to add the Benefiber. Sip slowly, take your time and enjoy.
JUST PEACHY
One scoop of protein powder, ½ cup frozen peaches, 6 oz of vanilla yogurt, 8 ounces of vanilla soy milk, 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon
VERY berry
One scoop of protein powder, ½ cup frozen berry blend, ¼ cup cottage cheese, 8 ounces of milk, 1/8 teaspoon of nutmeg
HAWAIIAN DREAM
One scoop of protein powder, ½ cup crushed pineapple, 1/3 cup tofu, one cup of milk, 1/8 teaspoon of ginger, add a few ice cubes.
CREAMY pumpkin
One scoop of protein powder, ¼ cup canned pumpkin puree, one cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of sugar free maple Syrup, ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon and a few ice cubes.
ORANGE CARROT BLEND
One scoop of protein powder, one half of an orange, one small jar of baby carrots, 6 ounces of vanilla yogurt, 6 ounces of milk, ½ teaspoon of vanilla and a few ice cubes.
Peanut Butter banana
One scoop of protein powder, one cup of chocolate soy milk, ½ banana, two tablespoons of Peanut Butter and a few ice cubes.
Adding your protein powder to creamy soups and hot cereals is just as easy. Puree soups and add whey protein, then gently heat. Stir protein powder into hot cereals.

My sister had gastric bypass in 2002. She lost a lot of weight and feared she couldn't stop but then it seemed like she just "leveled off." She is slim and healthy. Don't be discouraged and try adding additional Protein. I am having a sleeve on June 23.

1 head of broccoli, florets trimmed and stalk peeled and chopped
3 slices turkey bacon
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp dried tarragon
6 cups low sodium fat free chicken broth
1 cup fat free half n half
1 Tb cornstarch made into a slurry with 1 Tb Water
6 oz shredded chicken
4 oz low fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Cook bacon in pan coated with cooking spray. Remove when crisp. Add onions and broccoli stems. Cook over medium heat until onions are translucent. Add garlic and tarragon, cook one minute. Add chicken broth. Bring to boil, reduce to simmer for 15 minutes. (At this point I purée the Soup because my daughter won't eat the broccoli stems, but you don't have to.). Add half n half and cornstarch slurry. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce to simmer and add chicken and broccoli florets. Cook 10-12 minutes until florets are tender and Soup has thickened. Add cheese and reserved bacon. It's so good. I attached the mfp stats.

barb great to see you back! Glad you did well. I had morphine too but they put in huge syringes of anti-nausea meds so I never once got that - though I never got nausea when I was pregnant so maybe its just lucky me in that area. Bravo for not being on pain meds though. I still take them, I don't like feeling anything if I can help it. lol
Welcome to the group psmassey. How was your surgery? Where are ya from?
Sanddune I'm jealous you still have 2 weeks off! THough bending is NOT fun so thats good you got the time off! I work for myself, so I don't have sick leave at all... don't work, don't get paid. So I could only take off so long.
I did my first day back today, though just 1/3rd the client load I typically do in a day. Tomorrow is a bit more and Friday is a near full day. I can't tell you how glad I am the weekend is soon. And Monday, I get to switch to full liquids! YEA!! I'm dying to have a nice butternutsquash Soup or something different.
Oh I got my Isopure in today and was shocked to find it wasn't gross like everyone thought. Now like most Protein drinks, ice cold is the key. But I got the blue kind and really think its quite like Powerade so I'm pleased. I think I'll probably use one for some popsicles. Its 40g Protein for 20oz so I can see myself certainly getting these for quite awhile, even though they are a tad pricy. Ordering online is cheapest.
I'll be sleeping in my bed tonight for the first time in a week. I did the recliner last night because I was sligtly worried about the bed, but I think I'm ready. I also like what someone else said about putting the pillow under the belly while sleeping sideways is a good trick, I'm totally a side sleeper!

I am having surgery on June 24. Not telling too many people because I want to avoid all the negative discussion. Good luck to you.

I am having surgery on June 24. Not telling too many people because I want to avoid all the negative discussion. Good luck to you.