Inner Surfer Girl

Beautiful! And, it's just the beginning. You are off to a great start!

According to this, the excess Protein is converted to energy (which, if I understand correctly, if not used, can be stored as fat). http://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/diet-tips/ask-diet-doctor-eating-too-much-protein-waste

Are you sure? It is my understanding that excess protein can be stored as fat. I may be wrong. I'll have to see if I can find more info.

This is a decision you need to make with your surgeon. Just learn as much as you can and ask lots of questions. None of us can tell you what is right for you. We can only share our own experience. You absolutely can lose weight with either surgery as long as you follow your program and do your part. I was sleeved April 20, 2015 and started at a much higher weight than you. I couldn't be happier with my surgery, recovery, and results so far.

1 -- Yes. 2 -- I don't know. What does the label say? Is it within the guidelines given to you by your NUT? What is the protein to carb ratio?

Congratulations! This is so great to hear.

Whether you feel like it or not you HAVE to get in enough Fluid and protein. That means AT LEAST 64 oz of fluid and (for me) 100 grams of protein. I don't really track calories, but to me, anything under 1000 calories is too low. Arbitrarily cutting your calories is the worst thing you can do. Protein and fluids are critical for healing, weight loss, and health/survival. Getting dehydrated is extremely dangerous in the short term. Not getting enough protein is extremely dangerous over time. Please do everything you can to get in ALL of your fluids and protein. Call your NUT and call your doctor if you can't. Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

It hasn't yet but I know it will. I am currently on disability and working in returning to the workforce.

Read labels, weigh, measure, and track in MyFitnessPal. If I am out at a restaurant, I can usually find the item, or an approximation, already in MyFitnessPal. If not, then I estimate based on individual ingredients.

Once you are cleared by your surgeon and you feel up to it, dance is a great exercise. ANYTHING you do to MOVE is a good thing. You could dance on your own and even join a class. Anything you enjoy doing is going to make it easier to do.

My understanding is that anything (protein, carbs, and fat) that you eat that isn't metabolized right away is stored as fat.

I wasn't allowed fruit and peanut butter until later phases. You MAY be able to add some PB2 to your shakes though. What do your guidelines say? If in doubt, call your NUT for clarification.Thanks. NUT? Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App NUT = nutritionist Does your surgeon provide access to nutrition training and counseling? Aren't you working with a nutritionist/registered dietitian?

I wasn't allowed fruit and peanut butter until later phases. You MAY be able to add some PB2 to your shakes though. What do your guidelines say? If in doubt, call your NUT for clarification.

What does the post-op food plan recommend? Are you on clears only for the first week or are you allowed protein shakes? Try: Premier Protein GNC Lean 25 Syntrax nectar Bone broth sugar-free Popsicles Sugar-free hello Crystal light/Mio drops, etc. Decaf tea Herb tea

Congratulations on the weight loss! A year sounds more like maintenance than a stall. What does your current food plan look like? I would suggest you make an appointment with your NUT to talk about your goals and strategies for reaching them. In the meantime, go back to basics: Track your food. Make sure you are getting at least 64 oz of Fluid and are reaching your Protein target every day. Eat protein first. Avoid starches, added sugars (especially high fructose corn syrup), and fried foods. Take your Vitamins and supplements as directed. Exercise. Embrace the Stall http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

I'd skip the potato salad. chicken should be ok as long as it isn't too dry. Be sure to take small bites and chew well. As to getting in the pool, as long as your incisions have healed you should be ok. Have fun!

Things are going to change. You can choose to get better or you can wait and let things get worse.

You may want to up your Protein. 60 grams seems low. What is your protein target? When I was on soft foods, I ate a lot of: Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, refried Beans, tuna, salmon, fish, etc.

Welcome. I probably have a completely different experience than you. I was sleeved April 20, 2015 at age 51, so I have had a lifetime of dealing with food issues and related psychological issues. I already had a lot of skills, knowledge, and experience in dealing with psychological issues. I am a firm believer in utilizing every resource available to me. Most good surgeons and most insurance companies will require a psych clearance before approving you for surgery. I HIGHLY recommend that you seek counseling as you go through this process to address the concerns and issues you have brought up. In addition, you will want to attend support group meetings. You may also want to consider attending some recovery meetings such as Overeater's Anonymous (OA.org). I also recommend that you read some books related to weight loss surgery as well as food addiction. Some good ones are: Eat it Up! by Connie Stapleton and When Food is Love by Geneen Roth. Are you in college? If so, many colleges and universities have mental health services. They may not have people experienced in working with bariatric patients, but that may be a resource worth exploring. Best of luck and keep us posted on how you are doing.

Mine was one week. But, I built on it so I still used some of the same things as I progressed through the phases.

Our scars are like a secret handshake!

One of the blessings of this site is that it does give many of us a regular opportunity to interact socially (even if it is virtually).

I have to wear my shirt tucked in at work so my pants don't fall off I want to be able to wear pants and jeans!

Whatever your boyfriend does, the thing I would be most concerned about is the fact that he is the only person you know. Whether or not your relationship survives the stress of this change, I would highly recommend that you build your own support network. Feeling like you are trapped is no way to have a healthy relationship. Wouldn't you rather be in a relationship because you choose to be together rather than because you feel like you have no other choice. As was mentioned above, attend support group meetings and see if he will go with you. In the meantime, see if you can broaden your circle of acquaintances...that is the only way to discover some good friends. You could also: Attend church Take a class Volunteer Attend community events Join a YMCA or fitness center Hang out at the public library, a park, or other community venue As I mentioned in a recent thread, social isolation can have a negative impact on our health, even more so than obesity and immobility.

My surgeon's office had them. I also order them online through Bariatric Choice.