Amy86

@@actingnurse It has been a couple of years since your original post. I was wondering if you ever gained any more info on a waiver?

I am sorry you have to go through that, I know it can be hard. My 2 best friends felt like I didnt care for their opinion, in her words, "It sounds like you're telling us this just to tell us not because you want our opinion and you dont care how we feel." It made me mad that theu weren't supportive at first but come to find out they were just incredibly worried about me going to Mexico for surgery by myself. On a sad note she isnt talking to me anymore either, her loss

from what my nut says we "patients" should stay off those types of Snacks for sometime. You have to speak to them about that. I feel like there are so many different options for snacks then that. Slices of deli meat, cheese, you are far enough out to have cut veggies and fruit and Peanut Butter. Protein Bars the list goes on and on. I would not beat yourself up for the slips. You are craving salt and that is normal where some people probably were craving sweets. You should try maybe pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds, pistachios, almonds, and even most nuts but don't go nuts on them. Eat some yogurt with fruit. The point is try to stay away from the standard "junk food". Its hard I know but you can do it. Don't want to ruin progress now when you are doing so GREAT! I wish you luck!

I use cetaphil for my body and hyaluronic acid and a oil of olay moisturizer for my face. Hyaluronic acid holds 1000 times its weight in Water (seriously locking in moisture.)
1) Wash face with a gental cleanser
2) pat dry (but not too much you will need your face to be damp)
3) Apply hyaluronic acid to lock in the moisture/water on your face.
4) Apply moisturizer
5) Apply sunscreen
You can get hyaluronic acid on Amazon for $10-20. Some people buy a formula infused with Vitamin C as well.

Men, while we understand that you may be curious as to what is going on in the powder Room, Alex and I respectfully request that you refrain from posting in this forum. The purpose of having a room for the ladies is so they may post about subjects specific to woman only, and feel comfortable in doing so. Many times these are sensitive issues, and this should be a safe place to discuss female related problems without the fear of being judged or being afraid that their issue may not be taken seriously. We will be, in turn asking the same of the ladies in regards to the Man Room.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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Do you have Dr. Zavalza? !?! Hes so awesome! Dr.Luna too! I am so happy that I went with them! Everyone has been so incredibly sweet to me! I came down here by myself, against my families wishes. But I habent been alone yet, except when I sleep of course.

I had little shots of Water that I tried to finish every 20 minutes or so. Sip sip sip...slow and easy. Plain water is sometimes hard on the tummy so warm (not hot) herbal teas really helped me. Does your doc have you on a good acid reducer?

It's likely that you are eating too much at one time or too fast. Slow your intake, use a baby spoon and wait one minute between tiny bites. I had the same issue. I was prescribed two anti nausea/cramping meds and they worked wonders for me.

I could barely eat 2 tblspns in a sitting and that would come back up if I ate it quickly. Talk to your doctor if you are in pain, have a fever or if you are seriously uneasy. Otherwise, try to slow down, eat less and enjoy the loss.

Something may be wrong.
It may be. Especially if you're vomiting.
This is tough.
Know your body. Learn your head. Sounds like you need help from your medical team and that's ok. In fact, it's perfect. Just part of your journey.
Listen to your body.

Just found these delicious gems! They have a lot of Protein and not a lot of sugar!
On another side note: being 5 weeks out I've stopped checking the scale daily! I've stalled and checking everyday was getting frustrating and depressing.
I'm focusing on protein and fluids!
Anybody have some favorite Quest bar favorites? I'm interested in trying more varieties.

Hello...My surgery on 25th. You guys sound like you're doing well, congratulations! I can't wait to join you on the other side

Hey ladies. I was sleeved 2/2. Feeling pretty good. Still struggling with Fluid and Protein intake but nevertheless I'm getting there. I can be on soft foods but I choose to take it easy because last time I tried something too heavy I regretted it. Im basically living off 2 Protein Shakes, 2 bottles of Water and a small bottle of powered. I, like most of us, am a foodie and let me tell you.. It feels good to turn down food. I never thought I would be able to do it. I don't have a choice now and it feels good. When I feel down, I remember the long year it took to get approved and the joy I felt once I got approval.

Yes it's secret so no one can ever even know you're in it except the members. Send me a message and I'll get you hooked in.

I look at it this way. Addictions are all the same. For some it may be drugs or alcohol. For others its foods. When a addict decides to clean up, all it takes is just one time to slip back to where they were. So when it comes to certain foods, I feel its best to abstain than to take a chance. If any of us really had the willpower to control ourselves prior to the surgery, we wouldn't have needed the surgery to begin with.
Today its a couple sips of soda or a bite or two of bread. Tomorrow its a whole glass and a 12 inch subway. I have worked too hard and put myself through too much to take a chance. I am in this for the long haul. Eating to Live not Living To Eat!!!!

I crushed everything at that point and took it with applesauce or yogurt...I don't take any Tylenol or pain med on an empty stomach.

So why do I have two dinner plate sized pancakes on my chest where my breasts used to be? It is a little disconcerting, but I guess I will just accept it as part of the weight loss process. Eighteen days out- what other surprises await me?

OMG Sorry I just realized I wrote a mini novel about the Cheesecake Factory! lol!

I love love LOVE Cheesecake factory... In fact just went there. Every year on Martin Luther King day (no signifigance just a day we all have off work and our kids are in pre-school) me, my mom, my cousin, and my aunt go out for the day. Usually out to eat and shopping. They just opened a Cheesecake Factory at our mall and my mom and aunt had never been. So we went there while shopping.
The Skinnylicous Menu is AWESOME. I loved it before surgery and I love it even more now!
My mom and I split the Pot Sticker Appetizer (I ate 1 and a bite of another) and I ordered the Lettuce Wrapped Tacos (mexican style) Both of these we in the Small Plates part of the Skinnylicious Menu... The Lettuce Wrapped Tacos came with 3 and I ate 1 and I actually have the other 2 with me for lunch today at work! They were soo good!
They also have an AMAZING turkey burger! Best I have ever had!

Great Goals !!....awesome you achieved them.
My ultimate goal is 150 pounds. I have lost over 60+ pounds to date. I stated in November 2014.
My first goal was, like yours, to go from a 4x to an XL shirt - Achieved.
2nd Goal - to find a women's jacket I could actually wear - Achieved.
3rd Goal - to get to 199 - not yet achieved, but working hard on it.
I will always have a goal even when I have reached all the goals....

My doc didn't mention it but I have a med ID necklace anyways. It reads "Gastrectomy patient No NSAIDS No Blind NGT - C. diff Risk No Antibiotics"
My EMT friends advised no one will know what VSG means, that's why I have Gastrectomy Patient instead.

I am 5 days post op and on the liquid diet! My husband has been nothing but supportive during this entire process!! But this week the hardest week, he's been cooking all my favorite meals for himself! Today was my final straw when he is making himself fried egg sandwiches for breakfast!! It's been okay up until yesterday I actually felt Hungary for the first time since surgery, but I miss food! I just want to eats something and enjoy foods again! I know it gets better and hopefully tomorrow when I go for my post op they will tell me I can start puréed foods! But I feel like my husband just doesn't understand what I'm going thru, what it's like to not be able to eat whatever you want, whenever you want!! He sits and complains that he doesn't know what to make or that he's Hungary, yesterday we went to the grocery store and he complained cause everything looked good! I almost lost it on him!! How can I make him understand what I'm going thru? Has anyone else experienced this?

Enjoyed reading your post. I go on the 25th and this all just makes me more excited and less scared. Thank you for posting. Speedy recovery

Hey guys!
I just got to Tijuana Mexico and my surgery is TOMORROW at 4pm!!!! I cant wait!!! ☺
Such a great experience so far! Sorry this is all over the place, just so excited to be here!
I flew into San Diego today at 11am and was picked up by David, he is so nice and sweet, I felt like I was hanging out with a close friend. David drove me to Wal-Mart so I could get some last minute things I didn't/couldn't bring on the plane (chicken broth). It took us about 15 minutes from Walmart in San Diego to get to the recovery house, so close from the boarder!
I just got settled in at their recovery house, It. Is. Gorgeous! I feel very secure, the front has a locked gate that you have to buzz people in. I pretty much have a 2 bedroom apartment to myself because the last patient flew out this morning.
I'm watching the big game in my room! Go Hawks!! I have access to their wi-fi, english cable tv, and even a laptop that I can use to call home or skype. The beds are so comfortable.
Im going to take a nap but wanted to write yall first. I was so excited for today I couldnt sleep lastnight!
David helped me order a chicken salad from a local restaurant, it was so yummy!
I took some photos of the recovery house, I'll attach them below for yall! Ill do another update tomorrow on the hospital and more photos!
Please ask tons questions if you're thinking about going through Dr.Zavalza. I'd be happy to answer your questions!
*Photos uploaded weird. Ugh.

Do you have Dr. Zavalza? !?! Hes so awesome! Dr.Luna too! I am so happy that I went with them! Everyone has been so incredibly sweet to me! I came down here by myself, against my families wishes. But I habent been alone yet, except when I sleep of course.

Do you have Dr. Zavalza? !?! Hes so awesome! Dr.Luna too! I am so happy that I went with them! Everyone has been so incredibly sweet to me! I came down here by myself, against my families wishes. But I habent been alone yet, except when I sleep of course.