Debiann813

@@LosingSomeLisa you are doing awesome as well. I am losing now around 6-7 pounds a month. I have a personal goal of -100 by new years. I am doing the holiday challenge. I haven't made the goal I set for the last two challenges. I am hoping third time is the charm. I am due to see doctor in January and would love to be in the 170s.

@@jane13 - You're RIGHT! We're about dead on it both height and weight lose -- I was at 79lbs. as of last Friday. Weight loss has slowed to a crawl for me, but it's still coming off. Today is my first day going to the gym (I wanted to wait until I was under 200lbs and the weight loss slowed --- probably flawed logic), so hopefully with a consistent workout routine the weight loss will pick back up! Congratulations on your awesome success!!

That is awesome you both are taking this journey together. Best of luck to your both.

Grilled zucchini and or eggplant is a great replacement for Pasta in lasagna.
You can also slice zucchini with a peeler, nuke, just till hot but not mushy and top with your favorite sauce.
Delis are perfect, when you are on the run. Get some low fat turkey, ham, chicken or roast beef with some lettuce/tomato/onion and mustard
Frittatas made with egg substitute, fat free cheese and veggies are delicious.
Protein Powder can be used to make pancakes, muffins & Cookies
Pancakes: 1/3 c. Egg substitute, 1/4 c. fat free or low fat ricotta, 1/2 scoop vanilla Protein powder and 1/2 tsp baking powder
cookies: https://www.weightwatchers.com/util/prt/RecipePage.aspx?Type=1&RecipeID=407562039
muffins:https://www.weightwatchers.com/util/prt/RecipePage.aspx?Type=1&RecipeID=407518229
Overnight protein oatmeal: (variations Chocoalte with canned cherries in Water, banana walnut and nutmeg & cinnamon using vanilla protein powder) https://www.weightwatchers.com/util/prt/RecipePage.aspx?Type=1&RecipeID=440982029
Egg Foo young:https://www.weightwatchers.com/util/prt/RecipePage.aspx?Type=1&RecipeID=264922950
https://www.weightwatchers.com/util/prt/RecipePage.aspx?Type=1&RecipeID=264875230
Keep in mind, I am further out. Up until 1 1/2 years post-op, I did not eat ANY veggies, ONLY protein because I wasn't hitting my goals. Also these recipes are a fusion between what I eat and my (non-sleeved) sister. I eat very little of any flour/pasta/sugar/potato/rice/bread, maybe a bite here and there as they cause cravings for me

I was experiencing fatigue as well, my doctor said I will get more energy as time passes. I am 4 weeks out and I do see a difference, I however pushed my self to start going to the gym 3 days a week, hoping to pick it up with another day next week. I got a burst of energy yesterday after work which felt great. Hoping I get more days like that. I also walk at lunch some days which I also thinks helps. Good Luck.

I had my surgery on May 19th 2015, so I'm a little over 2 weeks post-op. At my 2 week appointment, I was down 34 lbs, now it's 37 lbs down. I'm approaching week 3 and I keep hearing about the 3 week stall. If it happens, oh well, at least I know it's only temporary. I'm going to keep on doing what I've been doing to drop the initial weight, pick up the exercise and push through the stall (if it even happens) like a champ. 93 lbs to go to hit my goal! I can't wait to fit in to some of my old clothes!

I had my sleeve on the 26th. I have tried pintos mushed up. Can only do abt 2 oz with a little cheese. Stuffed! Can hold abt half a scrambled egg. Have not been able to get the amt of Protein in, but am getting a little closer. Not hungry either. We have to take advantage of the no hunger period and get off as much as we can my doc says. I am amazed!

Yea.... I love it! I can watch TV and see food and restaurant commercials and my mouth doesn't Water. This is amazing!

4 days post op but I don't feel hungry. I eat and drink because I have to but I don't have the same hunger feelings as before. Does anyone feel the same, or is anyone getting hungry after sleeve?

I just went on a small road trip and brought some beef Jerky and almonds. When I go through a McDonald's if I get anything I just request a grilled chicken breast and some honey mustard to dip. Subway is always good to stop for a salad with meat and cheeses. I usually go really light on the veggies and request extra meat.

I felt the same way at first, I told my husband and adult children, then in the last week I started to tell a few others. I know the word will probably get out but I am ok with that. At first I thought I don't need anyone being negative, I just want positive thoughts. So if anyone is negative I just cut them off and said positive thoughts only please and so far its been good. Good luck Lisa!

Go to my two week post op today... hoping to get cleared for pureed foods!!!! I cannot wait!!!!

Went to surgeon today for 1 week post op. Am down 30 pounds since May 12. That is the pre op diet plus this one week. Had a really tough time keeping anything down at all til Friday. Incisions look good, and they are pleased with progress. Was moved onto soft Proteins, egg, fay free Beans, low fat cheese, fat free cottage cheese, and no more broths or Jello they said. I can now add fat free milk to my Protein Drinks too.

Good luck you will do just fine.

Well May sleevers, my day is tomorrow and I'm sooooo ready. Keep me in your thoughts. Thank you all for you're support thus far.

Awesome! I'm so glad to finally find some people on here around my age. Not that everyone here hasn't been super helpful, I just feel like it's such a different experience going through this when we're young. It's a fairly new procedure for weight - loss and we're going to be living with it for a long, long time!
I agree the non-alcohol thing is difficult. I pretty much told my friends I'd be going into hibernation for a couple of months since most of our activities have revolved around alcohol. I'm going to make it work though and still find ways to go out and have fun until then.
We should definitely all keep in touch since we were sleeved at the same time and will be going through all the stages together.

Congratulations to all May sleevers!!! I was sleeved on may 14th. Down 35lbs and feeling great!

Same here, they say it wont last long and that it is normal.

On full liquids this week, it is hard trying to get all your liquids and shakes in.

I have to check in in 7 hours!! I'm nervous, excited, anxious, but ready to start this journey! Any tips for surgery day and initial recovery?

My surgery went great! And I didn't even freak out too much beforehand.

thanks so much for asking! I had mine today around 1 and I'm doing great! Pretty sore around the scars but the pain meds are helping a lot with that! Haven't been able to walk as much as I would like to because of lightheaded ness but hopefully with more Water in me tomorrow it will be easier

2 1/2 weeks out and im just now having solid. Usually after Protein shakes they seem to go right through me good luck

Hey guys. I'm going in for surgery tomorrow morning. Wish me luck! Side note: I only had to do 2 days of pre-op liquid diet and it was EXTREMELY difficult for me. I feel bad complaining because I have read about some people having to do 3 whole weeks of liquid before surgery. Anyway I'm a little nervous but I know this surgery is the right decision. Let the losing begin.

Hi everyone!! Just got sleeved on 5/21 and am on Clear liquids (hopefully) until only Thursday's follow up appointment. I am absolutely STARVING!! I have had this constant hunger since the day of surgery.
My only problem (besides hunger pains) was nausea for first two days. Other than that -- not much pain.
I'm looking forward to moving to puréed foods!!! Any suggestions or recipes?