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http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com.au/2009/10/party-time-confetti-bites.html?m=1 These are simple, yummy and you can freeze them!!!

Thanks for that. My daily average intake would be 800cal, 70 protein & 40 carbs

I'm 6 weeks post surgery, on soft foods and have been doing well weightloss wise, but I am again having a bad period of no energy and no motivation for anything. I had this before I moved onto pureed foods as well and attributed it to the severely less intake of food (& variety of food). I get all my fluids in and still have 1-2 Protein drinks a day and often a Quest Protein Bar also. I take my Vitamins. I try to go for a walk each day but at the moment I'm just tired out. I can only eat about 1/4 cup of food for Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Is this normal and how can I increase my nutrition intake? (if this will help). Any help/experiences much appreciated.

Only my husband, grown kids and best friend. This is very personal to me and not up for public discussion. Easier for me, no explanations, no negativity, no judgements, no advice.

I haven't come across that one. I am using Nestle Beneprotein (tasteless and you add it to anything eg. smoothies, vege juice, casseroles, Soups etc) to boost the Protein count. and I use Isagenix IsaLean shake 24g protein per serve. I have also used Isowhey - made with 200mls low fat milk is about 23g protein per serve. Prefer the taste of the above to Optifast and lower in carbs/sugars etc.

It's two weeks today since my sleeve surgery!! To date, including my pre-op diet, I have lost 11.2kg (just over 24 lbs) so my surgeon and I are very happy to say the least! I still have a week to go on full fluids. I am so over shakes, sometimes I can't even drink one anymore. I make soups which I add protein too and drink protein fruit drink, but I'm struggling now. I can get all my water in tho. The last two days I have had really bad bloating so taking some De-Gas tablets. I still don't have a lot of energy either. I feel grumpy & depressed and can't even drag myself out the door for a walk! I know I still have healing to do and a few changes ahead of me still but I'm very happy that I made this decision and look forward to the future when I can eat more normally. Lizzie

WOW!!!!! you look a perfect weight! Congratulations! You must feel amazing.

I haven't felt like posting since my Op as I don't have much energy for anything. Everything went extremely well, except the first night and next day I had the dreaded "what have I done" regrets. I know this is all related to some pain & nausea meds, dry-heaving and hardly being able to swallow a tsp of water at a time. Of course now I am Day 6 and feeling quite different. I'm glad I read here beforehand that so many people also have that "regret panic". I now can get down alot more water and doing ok hydration wise. I am so VERY over shakes, so am making myself some soup & vege juice too with added protein powder. My surgeon's program is 3 weeks full fluids and 3 weeks purees then onto introducing soft and regular foods, so can't wait for that. I don't really have any real hunger pangs. I have 5 incisions and my belly is still a little sore but not as bad as I thought it would be. I get "bodily tired" especially around the middle and have to alternate lying, sitting and walking about. The last 4 days I have also done a gentle walk down at the Beach. Since the morning of surgery I have lost another 3kg (6.6lbs) but I know the first week or so will be my body getting back to normal or a few kind of "normal" fluid/hydration wise. I will go on my weight loss amount when I report back for my followup visit with my surgeon next Monday and take it from there. I am VERY happy I did this! :oD

Hi all you January Sleevers!!! I can't wait. A new year and a new me!!! After my Dietitian's visit the other day I am starting to implement some new habits BEFORE my operation... 1) I have a 2 litre (68oz) Water jug on my kitchen bench and I'm "trying" to get closer to being able to drink all this in a day 2) I usually have 1tsp of sugar in my green tea, now I'm down to 1/2 tsp with the goal being none 3) I'm trying to get more aware when I get that 'full feeling' and stop eating 4) My chronic Plantar Fasciitis in both feet, means I cannot walk very far, but having a couple of short walks every day around the house and outside even if it does hurt. I will need to do alot more, but some weight is going to have to come off first Good Luck Everyone...it will be here before we know it!

You look so slim wow congratulations!!!!

I can't believe it is finally HERE!!!!! Tomorrow 21 Jan, to arrive 7am at the hospital! Gosh I'm getting nervous now. I'm not looking forward to the tummy pain, but I know in a week or so it will be a distant memory, just anxious to get on with my journey. Not sure if I'll be able to post afterwards but i will update my Blog as soon as I can. I know how much I've enjoyed reading about everyone else's experiences. I've lost about 12lb on the pre op diet so I'm pretty happy with myself...a good start...can't wait for more!!!! All the best to everyone about to embark on this journey and those already underway! Lizzie

I know just how you feel...my surgery is tomorrow too!!!!! 7.30am.....butterflies! All the very best. I'm sure once we get past the next few days we will be very happy to be on this new journey! Take care!!! Lizzie

Hi love to hear you are so positive too! I will follow your progress with much interest. All the best for your op - let us know how you go!

After a wonderful Xmas/New Year holiday in Fiji...here I am with only just over 2 weeks to go until VSG Day!!! It's finally nearly here and I can't wait. So much so I started my pre-op diet today (early) hehehe may be crazy but there you go! I feel so much brighter about my future and so glad I've made this decision! I will add some more comments on how I go over this time. ************************************************************************** Pre Op Diet Day 3 I'm doing ok - yes I've been hungry and yesterday grabbed a piece of fruit. Been filling up on water. Today I feel better. I can do this! I weighed myself this morning and I've lost 2kg (4.4lbs) already! Went shopping this morning for some fresh veges to make a soup for dinner...enter the supermarket and smells wafted from the bakery - bread ugh!!!!! Damn Carbohydrates! hehe Went to the hospital to drop off my admission forms - this is happening!!! Pre Op Diet Day 10 This is hard but not impossible. Still filling up on water. The late afternoon to dinner time is the worst. Had a piece of lean chicken the other night - just craving meat!!! BUT I've lost nearly 4kg (8.8lbs). That's pretty good for me I'm thinking, as I know I do not have a lot of muscle on my body and I'm fairly inactive because of my feet. Only 4 days to go! I can do this! Pre Op Diet Day 14 My last day "dieting" ever!!! I've done pretty well, it's definately got easier as the time has passed. Filled up on lots of good veges and a bit of fruit & jelly and lots of water! I've now lost just over 5kg (12lb) and my clothes are definately looser, especially my pants. I can't wait to feel MORE loose clothing!!!!!!

WOW Congratulations & well done! Can't wait until I can say that!

Hi, I'm being sleeved on 21 January and I can't wait. I'm looking forward to a much healthier and active life but in particular... not hating seeing photos of myself; fitting into plane seat belts and putting the tray top down; not having foot pain and being able to walk on the beach every day again; being active with my grandkids; getting down or up off the floor without using the couch; feeling better about myself; walking into a normal dress shop; travelling overseas and walking to see everything I wish too. but really...there are too many to mention here All the best with your surgery!!!

Just had my pre-op visit this week. Everything is on track. I am off on my Xmas holiday on Tuesday until 2nd January. I start my pre-op diet 7th January and my op is 21st January. I still don't know how I am going to manage the pre-op. When I get that hungry I feel nauseaus and I hate that, but I know I have to do this. I'm scared about it all but I'm not going to change my mind! 2015 you and I are going to dance!!! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays Everyone here - may 2015 bring us more health and happiness!

Hi, I am having a VSG on 21 January and my surgeon is fixing my small hiatus hernia. I would get another opinion. All the best!

WOW congratulations - what a difference this must have made to your life...well done!!! I hope I can be half as successful!

I'm looking for recommendations for Protein powders (available in Australia) that aren't milky. I am wanting one that dissolves into fresh vege juice. Does this exist?? Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

I had a great session with my Dietitian Louise today. I was pretty anxious, but feeling a whole lot better now about what is in front of me. January 21st can't come quickly enough now. I have to complete a 2 week Optifast Diet before surgery, so we come back from our Christmas/New Year Holidays on January 2nd and I start it on 6th! Every appointment I have makes me feel better and more hopeful. I don't think I still will believe it all until the morning of surgery. 2015 here I come!!!

Nobody has "a right" to your surgery information. It's up to you to choose who you share this with...hopefully people that will be supportive. No else needs to know. You do need "an answer" though as more people comment on your weight loss. I am going to say "I've cut out all sugar, eat much less and taken up walking 6 days a week" and will stick to that. That is not lying. Just be comfortable with what you tell people and stick to the same answer for everyone. Tell them you are under a Dietitian's care. All the best, I can't wait to join you!

Wow your result is amazing...absolutely amazing, congratulations!

You handled this well. The "Broken Record Technique" is the only way in these situations and then eventually if they still persist, you ignore/bann completely. YOU are more important. All the best!

Thanks guys!!! I've just been recommended "Beneprotein" (by Nestle) by my Dietitian, so will give it a try. If anyone else has a favourite, especially regarding TASTE then please let me know!