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@@heynowkc - You work up to it. I was given minimum goal of at least 60 grams of Protein. It took a good 2 -3 weeks to work up to meeting that. However once I got that under control I was able to see how I could add in more while balancing my other micro-nutrients. I average about 70-80gms a day, but occasionally go higher. Yesterday I hit 92. It takes some time. Just keep shooting for it.

@@jackersducky - That's not quite a year out. Is there any reason you can't contact your program and schedule a follow up appointment with them. Seeing the doctor and nutritionist might be a more helpful way to help get you back on track.

I have 2 MOC who also follow me on Myfitnesspal. @@BryBro63 and @ejd1024.

@@kyrickchick64 - Have you called/spoken with your doctor or nutritionist?

I think it's all just a slippery slope to fat shaming. There are so many factors to consider. food Desserts, the effects growing up poor has on your views towards food AND your taste buds. Listen I was a chubby kid who turned into a fat adult. I also traveled while fat, skied while fat, hiked while fat. I climbed the Great Wall of China & the ruins at Xel Ha while fat. I never felt ashamed or embarrassed with who I was. I loved clothes and fashion, still do. As much as I think wls needs to be de-stigmatized, I also don't think we have the right to feel superior for choosing it.

I think it's all just a slippery slope to fat shaming. There are so many factors to consider. food Desserts, the effects growing up poor has on your views towards food AND your taste buds. Listen I was a chubby kid who turned into a fat adult. I also traveled while fat, skied while fat, hiked while fat. I never felt ashamed or embarrassed with who I was. I loved clothes and fashion, still do. As much as I think wls needs to be de-stigmatized, I also don't think we have the right to feel superior for choosing it.

I'm from Philly, but I had surgery at UPenn. I'm not a smoker so I didn't have a nicotine test.

Do a search on the forums. This question has been answered many times over. Ask 5 people and you will get 5 different answers. It varies from program to program and dependent on insurance. As for if it's worth it, well I doubt there would be a flourishing community if it wasn't.

Sometimes you gotta live and let live. I feel the same way when I hear people talking about all the processed foods and artificial or synthetic ingredients. Especially when it comes to bariatric patients. All these artificial dyes and chemicals aren't good for anyone, I just happen to be one of those who has more obvious physical reactions. What I do wish is that we lived in a society that valued eating real, whole food. That we were taught and teach our young people to like vegetables and drinking Water. I wish we lived in a world where GMO's weren't even an option, much less a debate.

@@newrose2427 Did you call and ask your doctor?

Possible. I'm 6mths and lost 75lbs since day of surgery. I didn't have a pre-op diet, but many did. I'm sure if I had done a pre-op diet I would easily be down another 10 -20lbs.

My doctor says they like to have a base line for levels.

I was a minimalist. I took cords and chargers for my iPhone /iPad, spare underwear in a larger size for comfort, deodorant and my toothbrush. My hospital was really good about providing everything I needed. A nurse brought me vaseline for my lips. I didn't have an issue wearing 2 gowns for modesty.

My nutritionist has similar guidelines. Too lazy to look for my handbook, but I think the rules were 20 gms Protein, low carbs and sugar under 8 gms per serving. It also had to be isolates and not concentrates. My own issues were allergies to food dyes, artificial sugars and stevia. Sucrolose was okay for a bit but eventually started irritating me as well. I also can't eat processed foods, so they needed to have minimal ingredients. I finally settled on Isopure unflavored whey isolate. I then make my own in the nutra bullet with FAGE 0% greek yogurt. I added fresh fruit, almond butter or cacao powder to flavor them. Premade I like Orgain Organics.

That's terrific. I've decided that when I get to that point I'm going to take another picture in the same dress I'm wearing in my before picture to see the difference.

This topic comes up at least once a month like clockwork. Here's my opinion. You can for a search to see others: A. There is nothing to be ashamed of regarding WLS. B. You are not obligated to tell anyone anything. C. There is no need to lie. If someone asks about your weight loss, say "Thank you" and keep it moving. Unless you want to discuss it and are prepared to deal with the nay sayers, don't put yourself in a position to look like a liar or a weak person. I pick and choose who I share info with, but I am a private person by nature. I am picky about what aspects of my personal life I share in general.

Itching is normal. Just remember don't take a bath until the wounds scab over.

I can easily go all day without eating, but that's not good for you. You don't need to eat a lot, but you should aim for at least 3 meals a day and you really want to make sure you hit your protein and fluid levels.

That's why it's important to have regular bloodwork done to monitor your levels.

The smell of food makes me sick to my stomach so I rarely get to the mashing of food because being around it makes me want to vomit. Can you eat yogurt? You need to seek out either some foods with higher Protein or cal your doctor and get something for the nausea. Even Protein Bars might be better than graham crackers.

I haven't had a C section, but I had a radical hysterectomy in which everything was removed; ovaries, lymph nodes, uterus and fallopian tubes. I also weighed at least 90 lbs less than when I had my VSG. Both were done laparoscopically. I kid you not, the VSG was easier by miles.

I was on full liquids from day 1 so I could have yogurt drinks and smoothies. I felt full almost always and just sipped all day. Once I graduated to purees I found that I needed to stick to the ¼ cup or ½ cup recommended, but minus 2 bites. I would always get full 2 bites shy and at first I was forcing the food in but I would get really full on the verge of discomfort. I didn't want to start any bad habits, so I just started preparing my food minus that those 2 bites. Now I burp right before I am stuffed and I stop. Going past that makes me uncomfortably full.

Can I ask what types/brands of Protein drinks you've tried. Also is it the sweetness that you dislike? Are you on full liquids? Have you tried protein waters instead? You need to explore alternative ways to get in your protein. if you are truly miserable, you should call your nutritionist and talk to them.

Pre- admission is usually just bloodwork and instructions on where to report, what time what to bring, not bring etc.... My hospital also gives you a duffle bag to carry your things in. My sister calls it my hospital weekend luggage. I got the garment bag & hanger when I had my IVC filter put in. They stored my clothes in it since it was a same day procedure.

@@SouthernBelle69 - Honestly there's no way to predict. I am retired, but if I was working I could have easily returned to work in a week. I was pretty bored waiting to get cleared to returned to the gym.