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My surgeon does not require a set amount of weight loss...just cannot gain weight during the process. My nutritionist, however, was very adamant on making lifestyle changes prior to surgery. He recommended a 1200 calorie, exercise 3-5 times per week, no carbonated drinks, chew food 25xs, and no caffeine. I am preop (surgery is scheduled for December. 16th) and I have lost over 40 pounds following his recommendations. I also use my fitness pal.

I'm praying for you NPRcowboy and hope you feel better soon.

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My two youngest were born at Lakenheath I have fond memories of living in England. We were stationed at RAF Mildenhall from 2000-2003 and lived in base housing inThetford. If you get the chance tour Bath...my most favorite place!

Love it! Too bad I didn't read this prior to all the questions thrown at me last week. Now I can't wait for another person to ask!

Your bmi at your desired weight would be 28.3 - 30. According to bmi categories: Normal weight= 18.5-24.9 Overweight= 25 - 29.9 Personally, WLS is such a serious surgery I would choose the healthy BMI over the aesthetically pleasing curves.

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I am seriously lactose intolerant. I am using lactose free milk, almond, or soy milk. Un jury protein works for me and I haven't had any problems with Muscle Milk. To be honest, I am more concerned about the aspartame in the sugar free stuff I have to eat...too much really upsets my stomach.

I don't think anything is wrong with you. I remember my single days and how uncomfortable it was to talk to the opposite sex....particularly in that type of atmosphere. I found bars to be completely not my thing. But, if I was talking about something that interests me (I.e. books, sports, politics) and was in a comfortable environment, I could talk with anyone. I am now married, with 3 kids, a husband, a dog and a mortgage. I began this wonderful life by arguing with a guy (my future husband) which made me forget how shy I am Life & dating isn't like a movie. There's is no right way to talk with someone. Just relax and be yourself. Believe you are worthy and he should be honored to have a moment of your time. Peace & Blessings

Definitely not a possibility for those of us without a thyroid. I am a thyroid cancer survivor and will have to take synth roil for the rest of my life. The amount of synthroid depends on the weight of the person. I've lost 40+ lbs and my dosage decreased by 25mcg. Endocrinologist said he will need to decrease again when I lose another 10lbs.

Going through the military process now. It does differ depending on the base. My program required 3 nutrition classes, 3 support group meetings, psych evaluation, current mammogram, 0-2 comorbidities depending on your bmi, self referral process, that yucky test where you swallow the dye, colonoscopy if over 50 yrs old, 2 week preop liquid diet...and you cannot gain weight during this process. Some think it's alot to go through. Personally, I've learned a lot about nutrition and the average weight loss for patients just going through this before process is 30lbs.

Babbs, thanks for your response. I was wondering how this surgery compares to hysterectomy, pain wise. I've had 13 surgeries for various reasons, all of which, the pain was manageable with meds. It's the immediate nausea right after surgery that is worse to me than any pain. I have learned to tell the anesthesiologist just how bad I get before hand and the last few surgeries were without vomiting. I'm hoping this surgery the nausea will be at least manageable...

Yes, I'd love too! I'm adding everyone as a friend. Should I msg you my cell? Don't know how this works

I'm Dec. 16th too nice to know there will be others going through this the same day I am!

@@melodymouse, My nutritionist and surgeons told me exactly what you wrote above. I couldn't have summed it up any better! Definitely not going against my team's orders...The way I look at it and the reason I don't question my team's orders is because I am not qualified to make an override. I am a librarian & specialize in research...but I know my limitations. I have no medical degree and I personally have not conducted research studies in this area. So, I choose to let such a small thing as popcorn, in the interest of the bigger picture...Go.

Hello . I can totally relate to your post. I began the journey back in June. Through attending nutrition classes and support meetings, eating less than 1200 calories a day, and exercising on a regular basis, I've lost 40 pounds. My sleeve surgery will happen on Dec. 16th. The same thoughts of being able to do this w/o surgery have paused me a moment or two. Here's why getting the surgery is a must for me: There is no such thing as a healthy obese person...as high instances of cancer, diabetes, arthritis, and other diseases may not present right now but chances are will present themselves in the future I survived thyroid cancer, and truly feel God has given me the opportunity to live the next 50 years as a healthy active person. I will not throw His opportunity away. According to my nutritionist, 99% of those who lost a significant amount of weight on their own, gain it back and then some. On the other hand, 50% of those who had WLS keep the weight off for the rest of their lives. I personally like those odds! Plus I have had 14 surgeries in my lifetime...what's one more? LOL Anyhoo, I hope this helps. Btw, I'm hoping that with the tool of Wls combined with the habits I have developed, will result in reaching my goal weight of 50 more lbs lost.

I've only posted a couple of times...haven't felt comfortable. I began this journey in June with the PreOp requirements my local military base requires to be eligible for the sleeve surgery. Through nutrition classes and support group meetings, I have lost 40 pounds. My surgery is just around the corner on Dec. 16th. I mention all this because I want to continue my success with Wls tool and I believe the only way I will be successful is by following the lead of successful people like yourselves. So thank you for sharing your lifestyles! I will definitely be copying and editing to create my customized lifestyle!

Hello I am having the sleeve surgery on a major military base...husband Is retired military. The reasons my surgeon and I chose the sleeve were: a) the military no longer performs lapband due to complications & is reverting bands to sleeve or bypass, the bypass is a malabsorption procedure & can result in hypocalcemia amongst those of us without a thyroid, c) I have less than 100 lbs to lose. As others have mentioned...the best surgery for you is unique to your health, your goals and your comfort level. {{{Peace & blessings}}}

Just wanted to add: my last support group meeting had the theme of what can go wrong. There were 5 or 6 men who had the sleeve or Rny and they discussed the complications they went through...ranging from life saving to long stays in the hospital...including the problem you mentioned with nothing staying down. Each and every one of these men said they would do the whole thing again...without a doubt. One man was on 42 meds prior to surgery and is now down to 1! These men made me feel like: A) I'll be okay I will live longer w/the surgery then without and C) I must remain positive no matter where this journey takes me. Hope this helps, and my prayers are with you

God is good! Thank you for sharing your testimony!