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I cannot tolerate bread crackers rice or pasta......but i have no issues with mashed potatoes, oatmeal, cream of wheat or grits.

i used protein powder and made my shakes thicker so I could use a spoon and eat it instead of drinking it and it helped with my hunger issues

WOW!!!! I didnt have insurance and went to Mexico and had it done for $4300.

what kind of Protein shakes are you trying?? if you cant tolerate one kind....try another kind. There are so many different kinds out there. powder, liquids, gels, pre-mixed ones are the nastiest in my opinion. you can also add frozen fruit to mask the chalky taste. GOOD LUCK!!!

I know things are different for men than women but I got a list of HIGH Protein foods and I have incorporated them into my diet. I have no problems getting 70-80 grams of protein in 3 meals plus I have 2 Protein shakes for a snack in the afternoon and one at night.....so my protein intake is about 100-110 grams per day.

I cant tolerate bread or rice. I've tried them both twice and everytime, I have thrown it up within 10 minutes. I have no issues with mashed potatoes, oatmeal or cream of wheat.

Have faith BaseballMomma and be patient.......just keep on doing what you are doing!!!! You are doing an EXCELLENT job!! GOOD LUCK!!

I too am diabetic ( for over 20 yrs) and before surgery I was taking a ton of insulin.(about 2 bottles a week) #1 you are NOT going to get rid of diabetes because it is an incurable disease.......you are gonna CONTROL it !!! Since surgery, I have only taken 1 shot. My 14 day average is 118......which is wonderful news to me. But on the flip side.....I am only having liquids and not getting in alot of carbs. But on the other flip side.....you CANNOT overeat!!! 1 cup of broth and I am full!! GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!!!!

Bobbyswife.......that's what I intend on doing?? There are so many ways to dress up a Protein shake just like there is many ways to dress up ground beef. There are so many different brands and flavors of protein. They do not all taste alike......so try some different ones every other week or so. Here is my thinking.........why rush back in to food?? What got a person to being in the boat that they are in to have to go through WLS......food!?!?!? Thats just my thought....my opinion.

I am 50 and I had surgery 5 days ago. I have had no real issues, I feel good and Im down 28 lbs counting my pre op diet days. GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!!

This is a hard one for me too!!!!

@AlanaRN....I feel really good!! No real issues since surgery. I was very nauseous( from the anestesia) for about the first 36 hours and threw up several times. im walking 3-5000 steps every day, not trying to overdo it and trying to get my liquids down.

I've lost 9 lbs in 5 days since surgery and I lost 13 on the 2 week pre-op diet for 22 lbs total. I am pretty pleased with that!!! ANY weight lost is a POSITIVE not a NEGATIVE!!!!! just remember.....you didnt gain all this weight overnight and you are not going to lose it overnight........the WLS is just a tool to help you lose it. Honestly, I would rather lose it losely because losing it slowing, you can prevent alot of the sagging skin issue. CHIN UP AND GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

I emptied out my fridge and my cabinets so I wouldn't be tempted to eat any food. I have been sipping on broth, crystal light and popsickles all day long.

You can still walk with that boot on your foot........not on a treadmill mind you but at the track or on the sidewalk. I broke my foot 3 yrs while doing cardiac rehab and my trainer/physical therapist took me off the treadmill and put me on the indoor walking track at the facility. Just remember any exercise is better than NO exercise. Be strong and don't get discouraged!!! I know that you can do this!!!! GOOD LUCK!!!!!

alot of popsickles, some different flavored broth, some jello water, and some crystal light....how about you??

I took my laxitive about an hour ago and waiting for it to kick in LOL I have gone the last 3 days just drinking Protein shakes and very little food and have been drinking about 1.5 gallons of Water.

That chicken broth is NASTY!!!!!!! NO amount of seasoning can make it taste better!!! I poured it down the drain. I am on a clear liquid test til Wednesday....... A good little secret to satisfying your hunger is to DRINK Jello Water.....any color except red!!

I know this sounds crazy but drink some Jello Water. it will fill you up and not give you any calories!!

I've had a similar diet for the past 2 weeks....today I do a flush/cleanse and start a 3 day clear liquid diet. GOOD LUCK!!

Alot of my friends are ignorant and don't do research before they open their mouths and make some stupid remarks. Mexico is NOT a 3rd world country and they don't do these procedures in an alleyway. I feel very comfortable about having it done in Tijuana. Granted the hospitals are not as big and fancy as the US hospitals but inside.......they are state of the art AND the doctors are NOT greedy......keep costs down and you can do they cheaper!! It would be even cheaper than $4200-5200 IF you did not have to go through an AMERICAN company as the middle man

That is just horrible!!! Actually I hope that losing weight will help me find someone cuz no likes the cute fat boys!!

for all of those that went to Mexico to have your sleeve done.....how much did you tip your driver and the people at the hotel?? Thanks!!

Check with your doctor again. I think you are supposed to take one laxitive 3 days prior to surgery before you begin your clear liquid diet. that's what my dr is having me to do. GOOD LUCK!!!!

CONGRATS........that is so awesome and amazing!! I ran a full marathon when I was in the Marine Corps, 32 years ago and my goal is to do a half marathon in the fall of 2015 and a full one in 2016