SleeveSoon

I am still on this forum on occasion. I took a three day trip to New Hampshire and Vermont two weekends ago. 1,100 miles of mostly back roads with great weather.
Some other life events have hampered touring on my motorcycle for the past year. However I am finally getting back on track and am getting a new rear tire tomorrow morning in preparation for a trip to Newfoundland later this Summer.

I am still on this forum on occasion. I took a three day trip to New Hampshire and Vermont two weekends ago. 1,100 miles of mostly back roads with great weather.
Some other life events have hampered touring on my motorcycle for the past year. However I am finally getting back on track and am getting a new rear tire tomorrow morning in preparation for a trip to Newfoundland later this Summer.

Found this with a quick Google search:
Studies Weigh in on Safety and Effectiveness of Newer Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Procedure Published June 2012
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SAN DIEGO, CA – JUNE 20, 2012 – Studies from Stanford University, Cleveland Clinic Florida and the Naval Medical Center in San Diego show laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, an increasingly popular surgical procedure where the stomach is reduced by 85 percent, is as safe as or safer than laparoscopic gastric bypass or gastric banding. The studies* were presented here at the 29th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS).
In one study, Stanford University researchers analyzed safety data from nearly 270,000 metabolic and bariatric surgeries performed between 2007 and 2010. Nearly 16,000 of the procedures were sleeve gastrectomies, which had a 30-day serious complication rate of less than one percent (0.96%), compared to a rate of 1.25 percent for gastric bypass and one-quarter of one percent (0.25%) for gastric banding.
The 30-day mortality rate for sleeve gastrectomy was 0.08 percent, while the rate for gastric bypass was 0.14 percent and 0.03 percent for gastric banding. These mortality and complication rates are lower than those typically associated with gallbladder or hip replacement surgery.
Gastric bypass resulted in the most average weight loss after one year. The average body mass index (BMI) after this procedure dropped by about 40 percent (47.7 to 31.2). Sleeve gastrectomy patients experienced about a 30 percent drop (47.5 to 34.1), while gastric band patients had a 20 percent reduction (45.1 to 37.5).
“In terms of risk and benefit, sleeve gastrectomy sits nicely between gastric bypass and adjustable gastric band,” said lead study author John Morton, MD, Associate Professor of Surgery and Director of Bariatric Surgery at Stanford Hospital & Clinics at Stanford University"

I went through the process by myself. Here are some of the things that I did:
- Prior to surgery I exercised on a daily basis to get in the best physical condition that I could.
- I looked at what foods I would be eating for the first few weeks after surgery (the RD provided a list of foods) and I bought enough food for about a month.
- I got rid of food that would not be appropriate after surgery - refined carbs, fried foods, etc.
- Arranged for a ride to and from the hospital.
- Arranged for some one to walk my large dog for a few days after surgery.
- Attend WLS support group meetings sponsored by my doctor/hospital.
- Hang out on this forum.
- Log all food in My Fitness Pal.
- Exercise daily.
You can do it.

"We're there any major challenges you ran into post op?"
I have had no negative medical issues post op. I have been able to get off almost all of my medications.
It was a challenge to wear clothes that fit during the weight loss period. I would order pants online and by the time they arrived they would be too big.
It was also a challenge to get into the habit of exercising every day. I am heading off to the gym right now.

I had my surgery at Virtua in Mt Holly (Dr Boynton) over a year ago. I try to attend the monthly support group meetings in Moorestown because I find them helpful. Good luck with your surgery!

I had my surgery at Virtua in Mt Holly (Dr Boynton) over a year ago. I try to attend the monthly support group meetings in Moorestown because I find them helpful. Good luck with your surgery!

I used to enjoy bourbon before my surgery. If your doctor cleared you for booze - enjoy.
Just be careful when you first start. My first experience with alcohol after surgery was not great. It felt like a roller coaster ride.

When I was cleared to have Protein shakes I bought a bunch of single serving Protein Powder samples. I tolerated most of them and continue to try different brands. My least favorite to date was the unjury chicken Soup flavored Protein powder.< /p>
I use the protein powder to make Protein Bars and currently have Wegman's brand chocolate. costco has Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard on sale now, and I will give that a try next.

I went to the gym today around 3pm and it was incredibly crowded. Its a large gym and they have recently hired many new staff members from receptionists, to operations staff, to trainers. Lots of new members with new sneakers, copper socks, fancy Water bottles, new clothes, and wearable devices. I mostly used the free weights today so the new members (who were mostly using the cardio machines) did not slow me down.
For the next two months I will have to stay away from prime time (lunch and after work) gym visits. Everything should be back to normal in March.

I used to enjoy bourbon before my surgery. If your doctor cleared you for booze - enjoy.
Just be careful when you first start. My first experience with alcohol after surgery was not great. It felt like a roller coaster ride.

I went to the gym today around 3pm and it was incredibly crowded. Its a large gym and they have recently hired many new staff members from receptionists, to operations staff, to trainers. Lots of new members with new sneakers, copper socks, fancy Water bottles, new clothes, and wearable devices. I mostly used the free weights today so the new members (who were mostly using the cardio machines) did not slow me down.
For the next two months I will have to stay away from prime time (lunch and after work) gym visits. Everything should be back to normal in March.

If your fridge looks like this:




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I was a foodie pre-sleeve. Post sleeve I would still consider myself a foodie, but with major changes. I avoid fried foods and starchy foods, but can usually find something to eat at a restaurant. Portion sizes are much smaller now and typically take home a doggie bag.
Pre-sleeve I was partial to bourbon and cigars. Post sleeve I cut out bourbon and cigars, but do enjoy red wine and craft beer in moderation.

I managed to find some riced cauliflower at Trader Joe's today, but have no idea how to prepare it. The package says to saute it with some olive oil. There must be some better ideas on how to prepare it. Any suggestions?

I also had slow weight loss a few months after surgery. What worked for me was to focus on the things that I had control over - like exercising and hitting my daily Water and Protein targets. I considered it a success if I was meeting these targets, even of my weight loss was stalled.

I could eat a small slice of pizza, but unfortunately they only sell the Brooklyn pies (fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, plum tomatoes) as a whole pie. I guess I could buy the whole thing, eat a slice, and then freeze the rest. Hmmm...

I could eat a small slice of pizza, but unfortunately they only sell the Brooklyn pies (fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, plum tomatoes) as a whole pie. I guess I could buy the whole thing, eat a slice, and then freeze the rest. Hmmm...

I could eat a small slice of pizza, but unfortunately they only sell the Brooklyn pies (fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, plum tomatoes) as a whole pie. I guess I could buy the whole thing, eat a slice, and then freeze the rest. Hmmm...

I found this on the ASMBS website.
https://asmbs.org/resources/estimate-of-bariatric-surgery-numbers

costco has $4 off Muscle Milk Protein shakes. I have never tried them. Are they worth trying? Is there a particular flavor that is better than the others?
My go to Protein drinks currently are Premier Protein (Chocolate) and unjury (Chocolate).

I am over a year post op and my stomach still growls/makes noises occasionally. Sometimes I drink some Water and other times I just ignore it.

I went through the process by myself. Here are some of the things that I did:
- Prior to surgery I exercised on a daily basis to get in the best physical condition that I could.
- I looked at what foods I would be eating for the first few weeks after surgery (the RD provided a list of foods) and I bought enough food for about a month.
- I got rid of food that would not be appropriate after surgery - refined carbs, fried foods, etc.
- Arranged for a ride to and from the hospital.
- Arranged for some one to walk my large dog for a few days after surgery.
- Attend WLS support group meetings sponsored by my doctor/hospital.
- Hang out on this forum.
- Log all food in My Fitness Pal.
- Exercise daily.
You can do it.

@@kris2100 I gave Halo Top ice cream a try about 9 months after surgery. Its low calorie, high Protein, and low sugar - so I was able to fit it into my calorie target at the time. The flavor (mint chip) was just ok and it took a few weeks to finish. It didn't trigger any Ben & Jerry purchases, or even a repeat purchase of Halo Top.
Wait a few months and give it a try for yourself.

If you don't want to tell him about your surgery, you could just mention that you are going on a medically supervised diet (which is true). The diet would explain your new food choices and the smaller portion sizes.