Inner Surfer Girl

Glad you are home! Just sip, sip, sip, walk, and rest.

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Just one reason I will NEVER give Lululemon a penny no matter what my size. Everything I have ever heard about that company is repulsive.

Yes, plain water was the hardest thing for me to drink for a while. Try decaf tea, Herb tea, crystal light, etc. Also, try different temperatures. It was easier to sip room temperature for a while, too. It gets better. Just keep sipping.

Thank you! I have been doing several of those...but then I saw how many carbs are in beans and they kill my daily allowance. Beans have Fiber. There is a huge difference between processed/refined carbs/sugar and complex carbs.

Can you call ahead and find out what is being served? Is it at someone's home? Church? A restaurant? You can always take a Protein shake or yogurt in case they don't have anything you can eat. At three weeks I was on soft foods so it is possible that there will be something you can eat. If you call ahead and ask it will be easier to plan.

I was sleeved April 20, 2015 and have not experienced either one. I was prescribed Actigall and a PPI immediately post-op but haven't taken either for a very long time.

Thank you so much for that! My biggest issue is that this has forever been my biggest demon i feel that getting the surgery will cheat me of that experience of doing it on my own and i fear going thru life unfufilled. I would consider myself Somewhat of a plus size athlete lol i love the gym i love being active i have always dreamed of being a runner. Im also afraid that i wont break my food addiction and will seriously hurt myself if i go thru with this. I told my Dr i would let him know my final answer in a week. Little tia Whether you decide to have surgery now, later, or never, that doesn't mean you can't use other support resources to help you with your food addiction. If you don't have one already, see if you can find a good therapist who works with bariatric patients. You may also want to attend some Overeaters Anonymous meetings. You can find meeting lists, podcasts, and other resources online at OA.org. There are also many excellent books. When Food is Love by Geneen Roth and Eat It Up! by Connie Stapleton are both good. Keep us posted on how you are doing.

I choose low fat meats and dairy (sometimes) but don't necessarily limit fats, especially good fats.

Can't, or won't? You should be able to drink 2 premier Proteins by now. It may take all day, but you can do it.

No, I didn't have one.

Thank you I'm thinking of sending him a video message telling him that I can't do it anymore is that a bad idea ? I don't know how to do this I've never broken up with anyone before Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Personally, I think in-person is better. If he doesn't call or return your messages, then quit calling and texting him. IF HE reaches out to YOU then you can tell him it is not working for you. In the meantime, you need to start building your own life: volunteer, take a class, go to church, go to the gym, take up a hobby. You need to make some friends so you aren't sitting around waiting on this bozo. You aren't living together are you?

What is your protein target? That is the most important number. But, your calories are extremely low. I can't imagine you are getting in enough protein with such low calorie numbers.

I primarily look at protein, carbs, and fat. If you avoid processed foods, then you won't have to worry too much about sodium. But, eating processed foods can definitely give you too much sodium. My surgeon also advised me to completely avoid high fructose corn syrup.

I just looked it up in MyFitnessPal and 2 oz of rotisserie chicken has 14 grams. How are you tracking your food? I like MyFitnessPal because it has just about everything I eat in it. I haven't really been keeping track! Judy making sure I eat protein first Abe stop eating when I'm satisfied! I will definitely check out the myfitness app! Thank you Sent from my LG-D851 using the BariatricPal App If I don't track there is no way I would know whether or not I was getting in all of my protein.

I just looked it up in MyFitnessPal and 2 oz of rotisserie chicken has 14 grams. How are you tracking your food? I like MyFitnessPal because it has just about everything I eat in it.

It is possible to have problems with your Gallbladder after surgery but not guaranteed. I was prescribed Actigall after surgery which I believe is supposed to help get the Gallbladder going again. If this is a concern for you, why not ask your surgeon what he recommends?

Stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. None of us lose weight at a constant or steady rate. We all experience periodic stalls and just about everyone experiences a stall about three weeks after surgery. It is very common. Just follow your program. Track your food. Make sure you get at least 64 oz of Fluid every day. Focus on reaching your Protein target. What is your protein target? Mine is 100 grams a day. Avoid starches, added sugars (especially high fructose corn syrup), and fried foods. Take your Vitamins and supplements as directed. Exercise when cleared. And, Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall.

Congratulations on your surgery. When it comes to keeping up with Vitamins and Protein, I suggest that you plan everything out on your calendar. Did your surgeon or NUT give you a recommended Vitamin schedule? It is important that you plan it so that you don't take some vitamins together and that you do others. Whether you are working and/or in school, a calendar is invaluable.

Welcome! This is awesome. I can only imagine how much more insight you will have to be able to work with your clients now you are able to experience WLS first hand. Do you work with bariatric/WLS patients? You are well on your way to regaining your mojo. By the way, you may or may not be prepared, but about three weeks post-op you will probably experience a stall. Here is my take: Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall I would love to know what you think or if you can add anything.

I wish I had known how easy the surgery and recovery would be. It was my first surgery so I had no idea what it would be like.

I recommend you get samples and try different shakes (before and after surgery) before buying in bulk since your tastes may change.

I don't believe the stomach is actually attached anywhere except to the esophagus at the top and the small intestines at the bottom: our digestive is one long tube. I would definitely call your surgeon and ask when it would be OK to use an inversion table. I would be more concerned about making sure you have been cleared to do something that really engages your abs.

Rather than "cheating", why not have what you are allowed. Are you allowed sugar free Popsicles? Crystal light? An extra Protein shake? What are your guidelines?