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Wow!!! I am 11 days post op and I can't wait to see me next year!!! I am down 26lbs I can't imagine being down 50,70+ lbs. I am so excited!!!

as of today I made it! to halfway, the better half. my band removal to sleeve surgery was 5 months ago. my band was 7 years ago and ended up leaking and created bulemia. I could never tell if I could eat, overeat, or vomit after 2 bites, and couldnt get below 202. I am so thankful I did this, tho it is still far from easy and I have a lot of GERD. Happy to be in onederland, even happier to try on clothes from 20 yr ago, triple happy to have hope for my future. my wonderful hourglass figure is not here yet, but it is so much better overall, and my dowager's hump is almost gone. I shall be looking into some plastics and such, but for now, I feel my path is bright. love sara

Glad to know that I am not alone!!!! I have spent so much money trying new forms of Protein that people have recommended on this site. It's such a snuggle getting in my daily recommended amount of protein because this stuff is plain NASTY!!!!
I purchased unflavored whey protein from GNC and mix it with a crystal light and Water. Although the whey is a milk based product, the results were surprisingly tasty! I guess just have to get creative and make your own drinks. I will be soooo glad when this phase is over!!! I'm only 2 was post op. Feel amazing; just challenged with getting my daily recommended among of protein in. Hope this post helps!! Let me know what recipes you invent :-). Good luck

That's awesome! I already got gas x and sugar free cough drops. My dietitian also suggested popsicle for a sore throat. Thank you all for your support!!!

And stock up on your gas x I like the peppermint thin strips. I am 9 days post of down 10lbs a total of 25!!! And doing great. Walk afterwards, left side is going to sting but it gets less and less daily. I love the way he glues the incisions you don't have to worry about them. Just shower, walk and sip sip sip!!!

How are you doing now?☺️ I like blended soup.

Doing the happy dance because my bras are too big!!! Also would like to share a word of warning.... Remember that Protein tubes are plastic so you should not place them on the hot stove. In my excitement to make my broth and Protein Powder, that is exactly what I did today. Luckily, I was able to scrap off all the melted plastic. But burnt protein may be just as awful smelling as it is in the shakes. Its's a very vsg life.....

That's a good idea! Thank you!!!

I sucked on a pepermint for my dry mouth and stinky breath. I would only suck on it for about 2 minutes then take it out. This way I didn't chew it.

I am 6 days post op and doing well. I am kind of hungry basically just getting in my Protein and fluids. On Tuesday I can start full liquids any suggestions? My husband made some taco Soup last night so I was thinking I could run some through the food processors and thin it out with chicken broth and strain it. Any other ideas?

I am 6 days post op and doing well. I am kind of hungry basically just getting in my Protein and fluids. On Tuesday I can start full liquids any suggestions? My husband made some taco Soup last night so I was thinking I could run some through the food processors and thin it out with chicken broth and strain it. Any other ideas?

@@TexasMom5
So on a typical day I eat at least some cold cuts and cheeses, usually some cheddar and at least one mini babybel. For the meats I get good quality seasoned turkey cold cuts from the deli ( I like the boar's head cajun turkey breast).
I eat a boiled egg several times per week. Greek yogurt 1-2 times per week.
I eat one of the Oscar Meyer P2 Protein Snacks almost every day, it's very easy for me to pack for work. That contains turkey, cheddar and almonds. 16 grams Protein, about 170 cals.
For dinner I normally have something hot like chili (I concentrate on eating the chunks of meat as much as possible rather than the liquid), a hamburger patty with cheese or some kind of gravy or red sauce (can only eat about half), taco meat (shredded beef or briskit), meatballs in red sauce, grilled shrimp, etc.
Today for lunch we went out and I got blackened shrimp with vegetables.
If I have a half of a Protein shake I can make my goal of at least 60g per day with the rest being the real foods mentioned above.
I drink either premier chocolate thinned with 1% milk, a cup of plain 1% milk, or a GNC Lean 25 pre-made shake in the Strawberries and Cream flavor. This is my favorite because it is very very thin and tastes really good. 170 cals, 25 g protein, low sugars/carbs, lactose free. These are available at GNC stores.
Hope this helps somewhat. I track with MFP once or twice per week to see how I an doing on goals (cals, protein, carbs, etc).
I also try to have 2 or 3 Fiber gummies daily as I am still trying to figure out how to integrate some veggies into my diet. Really still mainly focused on my Proteins for now.

Agree do this for you!!! When I was being taken for surgery literally being pushed on my gurney the nurse said this is for you girl, you'll be great. So there are lots of positives but the negative will hit ya the hardest and you don't need that! Good luck and prayers!!!

I told just a few close to me, my mom, husband, 4 friends my family is 100% supportive out of my friends 2 were positive and supportive and 2 were scared/negative but claimed to support me. But did not want me to do it. Both skinny all their lives have never dealt with being overweight more than 15lbs at the most!

I like Isopure. You can get it at GNC. 30 grams per scoop. Lots of flavors to choose from. Also like Walmart stuff. They have a Peanut Butter one that is good

I know what you mean, wanting to cut the taste of sweets. I'm allowed broth and it very much does what you say. Odd suggestion but maybe try heating up Water or the flavored water so it will seem like tea?
You CAN do this. Yes, I hear all sorts of variations from different surgeons. My best friend had this in July at another hospital but same network. She only had to do liquids a couple days before. However, she was also constantly scared that last week about gaining weight. I knew, going on 2 week liquid, there's no danger of that :-)
You've got this - you can do it!

I did not tell my family because I do not think they would have supported me. Do what you feel is best.

Premier Protein shakes are ready made. I am almost 11 months out and I still have one almost every day. Usually I have a Quest bar too - loaded with Protein and Fiber. White chocolate raspberry - yum. Low fat cheese sticks. Sugar and fat free Greek yogurt. All very pleasant and easy. I am down to size 6 from size 20.

My doc had me drink 3 Meal Replacement shakes a day. 1 frozen lean (diet) entree a day. One small piece of fruit or 1/2 c no sugar added canned fruit. 1 lite yogurt. One cup of veggies (not corn or potatoes)

November 20th here! I am absolutely thrilled. Slightly nervous but really just ready to do this, more than anything. My husband got me a gastric sleeve plushie off of Etsy to keep with me in the hospital after I wake up, haha! It is so cute and she personalized it for me. Attaching a photo so you guys can see! Good luck everyone, you're in my prayers!! ????

I've lost 12 pounds since surgery (gained 5 pounds post op)but I have really lost in inches. I am very pleased with my results so far????
Before Pre Op Diet: 206
Surgery weight: 201
Current weight: 189

@@TexasMom5 who was your surgeon n how far out are you

txgirl82 so excited for you!!! You are going to love the results. I am wearing clothes I haven't worn in so long!!! I'm actually excited in the mornings to get dressed:)

Hey I'm also a Nicholson patient. I'm currently on my preop diet n surgery on 11/12...so excited yet nervous.

Hi I'm a Nicholson patient too. I will be 8 weeks out Monday.
So far everything has been pretty great. I just had my 6 weeks checkup last week. They took blood for labs but I haven't gotten the results.
I have been really happy with my results so far!
Has anyone been to the meetings yet?