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I had a lovely 2 oz filet for dinner tonight, and I'm 7 weeks post-op. I cooked it in a cast Iron skillet to get a nice crust and it was medium rare. So yummy! Served with a garlic Parmesan spaghetti squash. My favorite post-op meal so far!

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I had a lovely 2 oz filet for dinner tonight, and I'm 7 weeks post-op. I cooked it in a cast Iron skillet to get a nice crust and it was medium rare. So yummy! Served with a garlic Parmesan spaghetti squash. My favorite post-op meal so far!

~*~ Find me on YouTube: Trisha's Sleeve Story ~*~

I had a lovely 2 oz filet for dinner tonight, and I'm 7 weeks post-op. I cooked it in a cast Iron skillet to get a nice crust and it was medium rare. So yummy! Served with a garlic Parmesan spaghetti squash. My favorite post-op meal so far!

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^^This is awesome! Just friends, lol...
To the OP- I never thought I'd be able to say no to all my favorite foods. Even though everyone said it's different after (just like they are all saying to you), I thought, well, that won't be me, they just don't understand how bad it is for me. It's hard to explain, but you'll understand when you get to the other side... It really is different. I need very little willpower to say no to the garbage I put in my body before surgery.
I still don't LOVE all the healthy foods I am eating, but I'm just not all that interested in food in general. I can honestly say, for the most part, I eat for fuel now. It's crazy. I'm only 8 weeks (tomorrow) post-op, so I can't say what I'll feel like in a year, but for now, it feels amazing to not obsess over food.< /p>
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I had a lovely 2 oz filet for dinner tonight, and I'm 7 weeks post-op. I cooked it in a cast Iron skillet to get a nice crust and it was medium rare. So yummy! Served with a garlic Parmesan spaghetti squash. My favorite post-op meal so far!

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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....
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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!
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I just hit four weeks post- op, and managed to avoid the dreaded three week stall. I'm thanking my lucky stars for that, but I'm not an idiot, I'm sure it will happen eventually.
So I'm curious... For those of you who didn't have a week three stall, when did you see your first stall?
(Side note: I do realize that others experiences have no impact on what mine will be. I'm just curious.)
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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.
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costco has edamame Pasta.< /p>

Have you looked on Pinterest? I have a ton of low carb, high Protein recipes pinned. Not all of them will be soft foods stage acceptable, but many are. I even have a whole board devoted to Soup. I LOVE Soup. If you want to peek at my boards, my username is Ttdish.
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I used the barimelts Calcium (it's ok, a bit chalky), and the barimelts D3, which actually tastes good
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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.
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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.

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 ~*~

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 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 ~*~

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 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 ~*~

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 ~*~

Sleeves 8/31, so just a few days behind you.
Had a smooth recovery so far. Very little pain, no nausea or vomiting. My surgeon's plan allows for soft Protein (cottage cheese, eggs, ground meat, etc) starting on day three. So far I have tolerated everything, and I'm so glad I'm not limited to liquids.
Having trouble getting all of my liquids in, but REALLY trying. Also struggling getting all of my Protein in. It's a work in progress. Eating about 400 cals/day (no idea what is average for this stage), but feeling really good as long as I take it easy and don't exert myself too much.
Down 21 pounds in 3 weeks (12 pre-op, 9 post-op). I'm 5'3, started at 245, and I am 32.
That's all about me... How are you doing??

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.
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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 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 ~*~