Inner Surfer Girl

Eat a lot of lower fat proteins (turkey, tuna, Greek yogurt, etc) and non-starchy vegetables and drink tons of water.

I don't know that you really know other than watching for trends (for instance knowing when you retain Water or are getting ready to have your period). The best thing to do is to stay off the scale and not weigh very often if you tend to let the numbers on the scale drive you crazy and can't deal with small weight fluctuations. Early out I only weighed at my doctors appointments. None of us lose at a constant or steady rate. We all experience weight fluctuations, slow downs, and stalls. Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

You say you just started drinking Protein shakes on Saturday. How were you getting in your protein before that? It sounds to me like your expectations are a little off. Your primary goal in the early days is healing. Weight loss will come. Until you are getting in all of your protein and fluids the numbers on the scale are pretty worthless. I highly recommend that you stay off the scale ESPECIALLY if your response is to stay in bed because you don't like the number. That is the issue that would concern me the most. Are you seeing a counselor or therapist? If this is your reaction now I cannot imagine what you will do when you hit your first stall. Just follow your program. Make sure you are getting 64 oz of Fluid. Make sure you are reaching your protein target every day. Avoid added sugars (especially high fructose corn syrup), starches, and fried foods. Take you 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.

Awesome!

I was prescribed Ursodial for 6-months post-op and didn't notice any side effects.

Fuzzy Navel is my favorite. If you are looking for other clear fruit-flavored supplements, the ProtiDiet liquid beverage concentrates are good, too.

85% is just an approximation. What is removed is the fundus which is the stretchy part of the stomach. The non-stretchy part is left intact. Once healed, your stomach works exactly the way it is supposed to except that it won't stretch if you stuff it full of extra food. The reason it works, if you follow your program, is that you have room for nutrition, but there isn't much room for low/no nutrition foods.

My sister gave me a Misfit Shine for Christmas and I love it. Especially because I swim and it is great for tracking my swimming.

I haven't. This is definitely a question for your doctor. I doubt it has anything to do with your sleeve since you have been sleeved for two years. What does your blood pressure look like? Are you staying hydrated?

Mine is 100 grams. For my surgeon's program it is 100 grams for all men and anyone with a starting BMI of over 50, 80 grams for everyone else. If your goal is 70-80 I would recommend aiming for the higher number.

@@_Laura_, I don't see where you have posted anything since your initial post. How are you doing? Have you been able to find the help you need? Let us know how you are doing.

I liked the ProtiDiet cream of chicken and tomato basil soups because they are easy to make and high in protein.

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I agree. It is very normal. How are you doing at getting in all of your Protein and fluids? Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

Yes, it is normal. None of us lose at a constant or steady rate. We all experience stalls and slow-downs throughout our weight loss journey. Almost 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 think loss of appetite is the body's way of gearing down at the end of life. You know how everyone says that you never see old, obese people in nursing homes? In my opinion, one of the major reasons is that our bodies do start to waste away at the end. Loss of appetite is part of the process. Forgetting to eat is part of that process, too. I had a couple of obese great-aunts and as they reached a really advanced age and were ill enough to be in a nursing home they had lost a lot of weight.

I have known people who had WLS who have died. I also know people who have not had WLS who have died. I have known people who are not obese who have died prematurely. Unfortunately, we all die. The older we get, the more people we know die. It is part of life.

According to my surgeon the biggest risks are blood clots and pneumonia. They do a great deal to mitigate those risks. For me it came down to the fact that I was at much higher risk of dying from obesity than from surgery. Talk to your surgeon about your fears. He or she should be able to help you put them in perspective.

GNC Lean 25 is good. I like the orange cream.

Sounds delicious. My sister-in-law is Chinese so when she is in town we take her to our local buffet restaurant. Now, my plate looks more like hers (except for the starches) in volume than it used to before my sleeve.

I haven't mentioned my surgery on social media. I rarely post photos of myself but when I do, I don't mention WLS or weight loss.

I use MyFitnessPal. It is invaluable for helping me to reach my protein target every day.

Isn't it great when you can start looking forward to the future with hope and optimism because of WLS? You can do anything you want. We are sometimes the only thing holding us back. Setting a goal, like going to college is very doable. It helps to break your goal down into small steps so it isn't as overwhelming. This would be a great time to consider talking to a counselor or therapist if you don't already have one. A good counselor can help you to find ways to overcome barriers to reaching your dreams. Whether it is addressing your anxiety or learning new coping skills, one-on-one and group counseling would be a good start.

We have a local Chinese buffet that my family likes to go to. The few times I have been I have pretty much just stuck to proteins (baked fish, shrimp, chicken, etc.) and some vegetables (like broccoli). Oh, and I still start with hot tea.

You have a lot to deal with on your own. This is a great time to focus on you. As others have already said, you have an awesome life to look forward to. This is a great time to marshal all of your resources. Are you seeing a therapist? Attending support groups? Participating in a faith community? All of these can help you create the healthy life you deserve. You may also want to consider attending some 12-step recovery group meetings like Overeaters Anonymous (OA.org). This program can be very helpful in helping us deal with emotional eating. When you are able regular exercise will be very helpful for both your body and soul. I swim and nothing feels as good as being in the Water. Learning to surf is one of my life goals but I am really looking forward to just being able to take a long walk on the beach. Volunteering is also a way to get out of our own head and do something for someone else. For me, practicing creativity is a big part of my program. I like to write, take photographs, attend classes and workshops, take painting and other art classes, etc. I try to incorporate creativity into my daily life. Surgery and recover will be a full-time job, at least for a couple of months so this is a great time to be selfish and focus on your own needs. You will get through this!