Inner Surfer Girl

I HIGHLY recommend it. To me it is the height of luxury!

Cruciferous vegetables are great: broccoli, cauliflower, etc. Also, peppers, grape tomatoes, etc.

I was thinking of Quest chips. I am not familiar with the Slim Fast chips. I also have tried some of the Kay's Naturals protein Snacks. I also like Mr. cheese O's.

As some of you know, one of my favorite rewards is getting a massage. I had one this week and was thinking about what progress I have made since surgery. When I started getting massages I wasn't even sure if I could get on the massage table and needed help getting on the table and off. Now, I can get on and off the table all by myself as well as turn over on the table by myself, too!

Nuts, cheese sticks or cheese slices, turkey or other low fat deli meats, tuna, boiled eggs, non starchy vegetables, protein bars, protein chips, etc.

I agree with your surgeon. If you eat Protein first, then vegetables, and the fruits, you should keep everything in balance. Choose healthy fats: olive oil, avocados, real butter, etc. I avoid for the most part starches (rice, Pasta, potatoes, bread), added sugars (especially high fructose corn syrup), and fried foods.

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Counting calories is not the strategy I use. I count Protein. Calories are relative so you may or may not be eating enough. What is your protein target? Are you eating at least that amount of protein? Are you getting at least 64 oz of Fluid? What did your surgeon/NUT advise? That said, none of us lose at a constant or steady rate. We all experience stalls and weight fluctuations. Almost all of us experience a stall about three weeks after surgery. Stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. Just follow your program. Focus on getting in all of your protein and fluids. Take your Vitamins and supplements as directed. Exercise when cleared. And, Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall.

None of us lose at a constant or steady rate. We all experience stalls and weight fluctuations. Everyone stalls and just about everyone e experiences a stall about three weeks post-op. Stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. Just follow your program. Focus on getting in all of your protein and fluids. Take your Vitamins and supplements as directed. Exercise cleared. And, Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall.

My surgeon recommended premier protein. You definitely have to read labels. Ensure is what they give anorexics to gain weight. It wouldn't be a very good choice for bariatric patients in my opinion.

I went to a store I used to frequent pre-op. It is a small local store where everyone speaks and is very friendly and helpful. Since it has been so long since I had been there most of the staff was new. I did wind up asking the owner where to find something and I don't think he even recognized me.

This is not the time to focus on results. What you need to focus on is healing. Follow your program. Make sure you are getting in all of your Protein and fluids. Take your Vitamins and supplements as directed. Rest. Exercise when cleared. And stay off the scale. This is not the time to focus on results. What you need to focus on is healing. Follow your program. Make sure you are getting in all of your protein and fluids. Take your vitamins and supplements as directed. Rest. Exercise when cleared. And stay off the scale.

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Wow. This is exciting. I know you have been training for a while. Have fun!

Interesting. Thanks for the information.

I was sleeved by Dr. Weiss April 20, 2015. He is awesome. I learned so much from him. He really gets it. I had a great surgery experience and recovery. I had my surgery at Georgetown but he is at Baptist now.

Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

Stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. That said, it looks like your calories are really low. Especially related to your exercise level. You may need to up your Protein and calories. 67 grams of protein also seems really low. What is your protein target? Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

Eggs are a good choice at McDonald's. Frankly, I have found reasonable options at most fast food restaurants. I just have to stop and think.

Based on my experience, you may want to be careful for a few weeks post-op. My brain was pretty fuzzy and it was hard to focus for about a month post-op. Probably due to the anesthesia, lack of carbs/low calories, fatigue, and healing from surgery. Don't be afraid to take it easy for a while. If you do attempt to do detail work, you may want to make sure someone checks behind you and that you go really slowly.

One thing that helped me is to focus on what I COULD have instead of what I couldn't. Drink lots of Water. Eat sugar-free Popsicles and drink broth if allowed. Drink all the recommended shakes if that is your program. This is not the time to restrict. If you have questions about what you are allowed, then call your NUT. The pre-op diet is temporary. It is designed so that you can have the safest and best surgery experience. It is for your benefit. You can do it!

Stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. We all experience stalls and just about everyone experiences a stall about three weeks after surgery. Just follow your program. Focus on getting in all of your Protein and fluids. Take your Vitamins and supplements as directed. Exercise when cleared. Stay off the scale. And, Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall.

I didn't have a puréed phase. I started soft foods on week three.

Have you talked to a personal trainer about setting up a good workout? It is my understanding that you need rest days between strength training days. I swim and mix up my workout. I also don't swim every day. Also, keep in mind that you won't see a change on the scale every day. You may be setting yourself up with unrealistic expectations. Weighing less frequently may be a great strategy for you. Stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. If you intend to lose a significant amount of weight, you will experience stalls.

If you cook then it should be fairly easy to adapt healthy recipes for your needs. The post-op food phases are based on texture. You will be focusing on protein first, vegetables and fresh fruits, second. I generally avoid starches, added sugars, especially high fructose corn syrup, and fried foods.