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I second the Mr. Cheese-Os!! I found them at a super target. The cheddar ones taste a lot like cheez-its! ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

This is by far the best thread I've seen on alcohol on here. I appreciate that there aren't any nasty comments (yet). Following.... ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

My surgeon's plan allows for soft Proteins starting on day three (cottage cheese, ground meat, Beans, etc- very small portions, of course). He said he stays up to date with all of the latest recommendations in the bariatric community, and has been doing it this way for years with no problems. I never had a miserable week of clears or liquids, and no eating mush for weeks on end. I've tolerated everything I've eaten, and am now 7 weeks out, and basically eating like a normal person (only real restriction is that I'm eating low carb), just smaller portions. It has made this processes so much easier than I ever expected, and I'm down 45 pounds in 9 weeks (that includes 2 week pre-op diet). I am a big proponent for following YOUR surgeons recommendations, but just wanted to throw this out there to show how much the post-op diets can vary between surgeons. ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

I got Pure Protein bars at costco, and I am not a fan! Yuck! I just got them to keep in my diaper bag, for if I'm in a pinch, but I think I'm going to return them. ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

When I talk to people about my surgery, I find myself constantly saying things like "it's so bizarre," or "I can't really explain it," when it comes to questions about hunger. I just can't wrap my head around the fact that I rarely experience hunger like I used to. I sometimes feel "empty," and I know I should eat, but I don't feel much desire to eat. It's such a welcome change from constantly thinking about food. I never thought I'd be someone who could actually eat primarily for fuel, and not for pleasure. ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

Mr. Cheese-Os (I found at Target) in cheddar taste a lot like cheez-its! I didn't care for the Parmesan ones, had a funny aftertaste, but I thought I'd share! ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

I was allowed lettuce at one month, and other raw veggies at 6 weeks. I was so excited to add them back in, just for some more variety! Unfortunately, after I eat my Protein, I don't have much room left for salads or other veggies yet, but even a couple of bites have been wonderful! If you had told me two months ago I'd be excited about salad, I would have called you a liar! ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

I have PCOS, but I can't share much, as I'm only 7 weeks post-op. I'm following this thread, as I'm curious about others experience with PCOS. ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

That's why I made my husband hide my scale until I was one week post. I didn't want to be discouraged by a gain (even though I knew it would be fluids), and instead was thrilled to find I was down 9 pounds at one week post op! ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

Still no stall for me, now at 6.5 weeks. I even made it through my time of the month with a loss, and I felt super bloated. The bloat is gone, so hopefully this week will be even better

I'm six weeks post op, and I started a YouTube channel two weeks preop. I'm 32, with 120 pounds to lose. I'm down 40 so far, so I'm a third of the way there! I'm hoping to also start a blog, to share progress pics, recipe reviews, etc. It's been fun documents my journey so far! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=BUWHFM5ZSiU ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

You should be able to tolerate swallowing them whole before too long. They wanted me to swallow them whole in the hospital, but couldn't get them down that soon. Within a week or so post op, I had no trouble swallowing them. I hated crushing them! Ewwww.... BUT, I was told it's ok to have a spoonful of applesauce just to get the crushed pill down, even on the liquid diet (my liquid diet ended the day I left the hospital though). ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

You can get a free PDF version of "Weight Loss Surgery Cookbook for Dummies" here: http://www.edu12345.com/fujian/shu/jfsssp.pdf I've mostly used Pinterest, but I found this a while ago, so I share it whenever I see a question about cookbooks. ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

I had to bring mine. Don't worry about while you are sedated. They will keep your airway clear and keep you breathing. I stayed two nights post op, and I needed it for those nights. ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

Costco has edamame pasta.

I used the barimelts Calcium (it's ok, a bit chalky), and the barimelts D3, which actually tastes good ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

All I can think is.... Why were you looking in the night stand?? Lol.. Glad you are feeling better though ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

I like the edamame pasta I got from Costco. Tastes pretty similar to pasta, and has 24 G protein per 2 oz. I can only eat about half an ounce, but it's a fun way to get some veggies in.

I feel you. My nurse told me to get 64 oz to feel good, but getting 40 will keep me out of the hospital. So I force myself to get at least 40, but very often don't get much more than that. I like Water too, it just feels like a chore to have to drink so slowly. ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

Try Isopure clear fruit flavored Protein drinks. I have to Water them down, or they are too sweet for me, but otherwise they remind me of kool-aid. I'll drink half of one (for 20 G protein) with water when I need a protein boost. It's a nice change from the shakes, and you are getting protein and plenty of fluids. ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

I'm surprised you can have Powerade zero, which has sucralose, but not Splenda, which is also sucralose. How are you trying the sweeteners? In coffee? food? How much are you using? How far post op are you? You might just need more time. ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

I'm self pay, so I made my decision without consulting my PCP. When I finally had to go see her to get my pre-op labs and chest X-Ray ordered, I was nervous that she wouldn't be supportive. I was so relived when she said she was happy for me, and that she'd heard lots of success stories about the sleeve! ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

Usually when people post this kind of recipe, I take a look, and move on. Too much fat, or carbs, or requires special ingredients that I don't have on hand... But... Holy Hannah! Egg, cocoa, sweetener and baking soda, and boom! Cake! And it was good?? I'll be trying this one for sure! ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

I'm 5 weeks out today. I think you read about a lot of people who have miserable recoveries, or loads of regret in the first few weeks. Keep in mind, that those people need a place to vent, so they come here. I think most people have a much better recovery, they just don't post about it (what's there to post? I'm two weeks post op. Feeling good. The end. LOL). If these boards were your only measuring stick, you wouldn't believe that the complications rate for this surgery are very low. I've had a very smooth recovery. My surgeon had me on real food very early, so that helped (sometimes I think the misery in the first few weeks comes from the liquid diet. I would imagine it's mentally and physically tough). I have zero regrets. I still have minor muscle pain, but am otherwise back to normal- well, except for the 37 pounds I've shed along the way (including 2 wk pre-op diet). It's good to have realistic expectations, that there may be pain, nausea, etc, but know that it may also be much easier than you expect. Try to remember the big picture, and know that the hard parts are such a tiny part of this whole journey. People on these boards may disagree on a lot of things, but the overwhelming majority are glad they had they had the surgery. You can't count the people who regret it in the period immediately post op, as that nearly always passes. Follow your surgeon's instructions. Don't be afraid to take the pain medicine (that's what it's for!). Walk as soon as you can. Get your Water and Protein in. Rest, and let yourself heal. Some things are out of your control, but these are the things YOU can do to make your recovery as smooth as possible. Good luck!! ~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

You are only eat 2 oz of Protein 3x per day? That's it? If that is correct, I'd say you are most definitely not eating enough. Remember, you made a huge change and sacrifice for a lifetime change. It's been 7 weeks. Be patient.