Inner Surfer Girl

I do take my vitamins when I remember but they always make me feel nauseous...and I was told they were for life too.I have gone without exercise and still lost weight,but I guess the stomach has stretched now so I can't rely on no exercise.I have a good Multi..its a PreNatal..Iron,Magnesium,Vitamin D..and a thyroid health one.Yes I don't always have my protein first...maybe I need to consciously get the protein in first. I have done the pouch reset a few times in the last 2 years and it does make a difference..maybe I need to do that again. Definitely need to rebook and appointment and get back on track. In the past, when I have taken a single vitamin that has a megadose of vitamins and minerals, it has made me nauseous. Now, in addition to just a regular multi-vitamin, I take different supplements. None of them make me nauseous. Have you tried different vitamins?

Thanks for the heads up. I'll check it out.

Definitely follow your post-op food phases and program. You have to think about two things: texture and nutrition. My primary goals are Protein and fluids. When I was on soft foods (three weeks post-op) I did have Taco Bell pintos and cheese (on the way home from one of my post-op appointments). Tortilla, ground beef, and rice were definitely not on my list of approved foods at day 12.

Try it and see. Some people have issues with spice but others don't. Fortunately, I haven't had any problems with spices or heat.

Its so hard to not have carbs when they are in everything I eat. Even oatmeal so I don't worry so much about them. I just try and make sure that they are as low as possible . My nut told me no fruit because there is too much sugar but I have a Halo or Cutie or 2 almost every day. I don't actually eat them just suck the juice out. Sounds weird but it satisfys me. Everyone is different,In my opinion, you would be better off eating the halo or cutie rather than just sucking out the juice. The juice is where all the sugar is and the flesh and pulp is where you get the fiber. You might as well just be eating straight sugar if you think just sucking out the juice is somehow a good alternative. SMH.I know everyone has there own opinion's but I was told by my Nut to not eat the halo because it has to much pulp which is not good for my sleeve. Her suggestion and also my surgeon suggestion was if I wanted to have one only suck the juice out so I do. I am 4 months after surgery. No offense intended, I just think it is strange and counterproductive. Did they give any reason why they thought the pulp of a halo would be bad for your sleeve at 4 months post-op? That in itself sounds strange to me. How is disagreeing rude?

Best of luck everyone!

That functionality hasn't been added to the mobile apps, yet. Your best bet is to update your profile on your phone or computers browser. It appears that we have lost the ability to search all of the forums on the app like we used to be able to do. Now, I have to go to each individual forum to search. That is ok if I know what forum to look in or if a topic or thread is in the right forum, but not so much otherwise. Any chance you will add back a full site search?

It sounds like you are doing great. Stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process. Are you still following your program and getting in all of your Protein and fluids? None of us lose at a constant or steady rate. Embrace the stall! http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

I don't avoid ALL carbs, just starches and added sugars. We have to have some carbs to survive. I focus on my protein and water, avoid starches and added carbs, and my calories and carbs work out.

I'll answer this. I was given ProtiDiet liquid beverage concentrates in the hospital and could buy them at my surgeon's office. I also ordered them online through Bariatric Choice. The Bariatric Pal store might have them but I am not sure. They were great right after surgery because I could eat them plain, undiluted or over a bit of crushed ice. Now, I can add them to my Water bottle. They are a great source of Protein on the clear phase.

You don't have to decide today. Just do the next right thing and take on day at a time. If it helps, my BMI was literally off the charts and I was successfully sleeved April 20, 2015 with no complications. I have already lost more than I could have dreamed and am still going strong. I am regaining my mobility and getting my life back. Miracles do happen.

For me, the calorie to protein ratio is really high. Premier Protein has the best ratio and tastes great. Even the GNC Lean 25 is better than 400 calories for 27 grams of protein. Definitely run this question by your NUT, but the this don't sound like a good idea to me.

In addition to therapy, you might consider attending some OA meetings. You can find phone an in-person meetings as well as literature and podcasts online at OA.org.

I hope you get the help you need. One thing I have learned in this process is that stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process; not something to be feared or avoided. They tell me that my body is doing the work of becoming smaller. I hope your therapist can help you find peace. Embrace the Stall! http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

I am going to answer your question with a question: But what if you CAN? .... You CAN do it. I don't think many of us went into this process thinking that we could. At least I know I didn't, at least not all the time. The great thing about this whole process is that we get a chance to learn and practice new, HEALTHY ways of dealing with life, stress, disappointment. By giving ourselves permission to be imperfect and to fail, we can learn to succeed. I just finished a really good book by Brene Briwn called "The Gifts of Imperfection". You might find it helpful. And, as for the boyfriend: you may not know it now, but he just gave you a really big gift -- the time to focus on YOU. You CAN do this!

I got a dry brush but have only used it a couple of times. I need to get it out and use it more regularly. I got a dry brush but have only used it a couple of times. I need to get it out and use it more regularly.

Good luck. I went to a book signing today at The Morris Book Store. Don McNay just published a book called "Brand New Man" that is about his WLS experience. Dr. Weiss was there.

I used to buy clothes at Sears because they had a section called "Pretty Plus" for chubby little girls. This was back in the mid-70's through 80's.Pig noises are the worst! Shopping at Sears and then later at Lane Bryant for jeans was shear torture.

I think it's a combination of the anesthesia, shock/trauma of the surgery, and lack of protein. Hair loss is just one reason to get your protein in as soon as possible. The sooner you can regularly reach your protein target, the better you will feel and the faster you will heal. Plus, it should help with the hair loss.

Another good reason to: exercise, drink lots of Water, eat cleanly, manage stress, dry brush your skin, and get massages. http://healthpositiveinfo.com/how-to-drain-lymph-system-important.html

Without tracking, how do you know whether or not you are reaching your protein target? Tracking my protein is a critical success factor for me.

I still remember those early days taking a premier protein shake to bed with me and not turning out the light until I had finished it. It gets easier!

I am pretty frank and open about itches asked. I haven't broadcast it on social media, but most of my friends and acquaintances know. I have lots of cheerleaders in my corner.

Other than genetics, the best thing you can do is: stay hydrated, eat nutritious food, take your vitamins and supplements, exercise, and use a good moisturizer.

It is very common. Not only are you swollen from the surgery, you were also pumped full of IV fluids while you were in the hospital. You are still healing. Just focus on walking, testing, staying hydrated, and getting in your Protein.