Inner Surfer Girl

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I never had retried beans what are they exactly and where do I get some, thanks. Refried beans aren't actually fried, they are just mashed up beans. You can get them at Taco Bell (pintos and cheese), a Mexican restaurant (they have more fat), or canned in the grocery store.

Congratulations! This is awesome!

Congratulations! You are on your way!

I agree. This has been one of the biggest revelations for me after surgery. This and how important Protein is to weight loss. Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall!

I was in GNC yesterday and they had the RTD lean shake 25 on sale. I didn't get any so don't remember the price but think they were buy one get one free.

Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and refried beans are pretty standard for me.

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 are following your program and getting in all of your fluids and protein, and exercising, then you just need to be patient. Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

The best advice I can give is to focus on what you can have, not what you can't. You can do it!

I agree. That is why I have found it so very useful to reframe stalls as something normal, natural, and necessary to the process.

Congratulations and welcome to the other side!

If I had to guess, you are dehydrated and not eating enough. Try upping your water, protein and calories. All of those are low in my opinion. My Fluid goal is a minimum of 64 oz and my protein goal is 100 grams. Have you had your blood pressure checked lately?

Since I swim, I use a Misfit Shine.

To use a cliche: this is a marathon and not a sprint. You just had major surgery. Your primary goal right now should be healing and health. The weight loss will come. Rest, walk some, sip, sip, and sip. The best thing you can do right now is focus on getting in all of your Fluid and Protein. Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

I was freezing in the hospital but they didn't have any problem bringing me extra blankets. They even sent one home with me so I could use it in the car.

I liked the ProtiDiet liquid beverage concentrates when I was in Clear liquids. It is what I was given in the hospital. You might want to include some decaf teas, herb teas, and Water enhancers.

800 calories seems really low, especially if you are eating more protein. Are you exercising? 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. Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

I found it was helpful to listen carefully and ask questions if you don't understand something. Keep asking until you understand. If it is an experienced surgery practice then he or she should be pretty thorough. Oh, and write everything down.

I was able to shower in the hospital. My incisions were superglued so was just told not to rub them.

If you have a family member who is supportive, it can be very helpful for them to attend so they can be educated on the nutrition requirements, etc. first-hand. Just be prepared to take notes and ask questions. Good luck!

I avoid for the most part added sugars, especially high fructose corn syrup.

Congratulations!

I just saw your response after what I posted. What she said!

I can't answer your specific questions but a couple of things you may want to think about. When I was sleeved, even though I had a very easy recovery with no complications, I did notice a good amount of mental fuzziness and short-term memory issues for a while (maybe a month) post-op. Even though you may feel physically ready to go back, the low calories, anesthesia, low carbs, pain meds, etc. may take a toll on your ability to focus and concentrate. As someone who used to work in higher Ed admin, I highly recommend you talk to someone in disability services (probably through the dean of students). Your school may be able to help you, especially academically, as you recover. Best of luck with your surgery and keep us posted on how you are doing.

Someone mentioned a relaxing cd to me pre-op. I tucked one in my bag but never played it. My room did have a CD player to gouge so I could have if I wanted to. One thing I took that I liked was a small spray can of Avene Water. I have also used Evian before on long flights. It is basically just water you spritz on your face but it feels really good.