DavidOso

You don't have have as many digestive enzymes as you used to have, so food doesn't get as "pre-digested" in your (much smaller) stomach before entering your intestines. They are having to work harder, and just can't do it all. Hence the gas- from either end. Me, drinking high Protein shakes, I might as well be laying a minefield. Well as the saying goes, "Better out, than in!"

I don't know the specifics of a Ramadan fast, but I would think there would be exceptions for medical reasons. Pregnant women, the elderly, small children, I hear, are allowed exceptions. My thoughts would be...Eating and drinking at this stage for you is almost like taking medicine. If you are taking your "medicine" in a holy way, your body is healing and that physical health may make your prayers stronger. Also look at things this way, this year you need to take "medicine", but next year, a physically healthier you will be better able to handle a fast...still maybe not the entire time of daylight, but MANY more hours. Please understand that these are just thoughts from one who does not know, but are given with the hope that no physical crisis comes at this holy time.

You don't have have as many digestive enzymes as you used to have, so food doesn't get as "pre-digested" in your (much smaller) stomach before entering your intestines. They are having to work harder, and just can't do it all. Hence the gas- from either end. Me, drinking high Protein shakes, I might as well be laying a minefield. Well as the saying goes, "Better out, than in!"

You don't have have as many digestive enzymes as you used to have, so food doesn't get as "pre-digested" in your (much smaller) stomach before entering your intestines. They are having to work harder, and just can't do it all. Hence the gas- from either end. Me, drinking high Protein shakes, I might as well be laying a minefield. Well as the saying goes, "Better out, than in!"

For a while I thought about how much more energy I have. I recently realized that I am returning to how I was meant to be. I used to have this much energy before my major weight gain, and I am returning to that level. As I got bigger, my energy decreased. Emotionally, I am returning to my previous levels of happiness, too. It is as if a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders (wait, that's exactly what happened!!!). Many people from different walks of life, friends and just acquaintances have all said that I glow. I just hope that it is not from the barium in my pre-op tests! @@Icantbelieveit said they just looked forward to things again, I have to agree, big time.

For a while I thought about how much more energy I have. I recently realized that I am returning to how I was meant to be. I used to have this much energy before my major weight gain, and I am returning to that level. As I got bigger, my energy decreased. Emotionally, I am returning to my previous levels of happiness, too. It is as if a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders (wait, that's exactly what happened!!!). Many people from different walks of life, friends and just acquaintances have all said that I glow. I just hope that it is not from the barium in my pre-op tests! @@Icantbelieveit said they just looked forward to things again, I have to agree, big time.

For a while I thought about how much more energy I have. I recently realized that I am returning to how I was meant to be. I used to have this much energy before my major weight gain, and I am returning to that level. As I got bigger, my energy decreased. Emotionally, I am returning to my previous levels of happiness, too. It is as if a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders (wait, that's exactly what happened!!!). Many people from different walks of life, friends and just acquaintances have all said that I glow. I just hope that it is not from the barium in my pre-op tests! @@Icantbelieveit said they just looked forward to things again, I have to agree, big time.

@@DavidOso by throwing out I meant dropped them off at Goodwill yesterday afternoon. Always use those tax deductions when I can get them !

@@DavidBC great job. Please consider donating your big clothes to a thrift store, men's shelter, or see if your bariatric clinic has a clothing exchange--give them big, get some smaller items in exchange...great programs. Also, I have used ebay quite successfully to buy smaller clothes I will only be able to wear for three months (blazers, dress slacks, jackets). Keep up the good work.

I had to add in another one that occurred this morning. For the first time in forever they used the normal size blood pressure cuff on me at the doctor without even hesitating to think if they need the big one or not!! I almost cried happy tears. [emoji23]

Half the Man I used to be lolololol
Congrats

@suga 3 months after I got my sleeve, the ads didn't bother me anymore. I readjusted my entire diet and I think I have had fried food maybe 3 times in 13 months (unbreaded chicken wings) and haven't had any soda, diet or regular, since either and I used to drink a 2 liter per day.
For the most part, the intense cravings for junk are gone. Hunger isn't, just the weird cravings.

I remember Onederland as an amazing milestone and being able to jog a mile. My first 5k was a bucket list item checked off.
These days my favorites include empty space on each side of me in an airplane seat and days when my eating is on point and my "skinny clothes" fit well (I'm a chick so bloat is real). Lastly, I enjoy taking pictures with my friends. I am no longer contorting myself in all kinds of crazy ways (suck in stomach, rotate and push hips back, lean forward, neck out, chin tilted slightly down but look up- crazy, I know) to try and look smaller when a camera comes out.

I started at 515 and 10.5 months later I have lost 226 lbs. In 32 lbs. I will literally be "Half the Man" I used to be. @@Dashofpixiedust8 don't worry about skin, it will be what it is, nothing you can do about it, and plastics is still a LOOONG way off. I understand about your pain, but I suggest many short little walks...2 mins then 3-4 mins.The more you move the faster you will heal. It shouldn't hurt, but if it aches that needs to be ok with you. Remember, there is a new you SCREAMING to be let out. Once my incisions healed, I got in the pool for Water aerobics and Water Zumba. That was a great place for me to start an exercise regimen. I wish you the best of luck, keep us posted as to you "MELT".

That is really amazing! I am trying to take more walks now that the pain meds are helping again. I would love to get back in the pool again! I love being in the pool, I was on swim team for 9 years when I was younger! I will definitely keep everyone posted!

DaVinci (the robot's name) did a wonderful job with my sleeve. Because of my high starting weight, my liver was larger than normal. Your liver needs to be moved aside (SUPER carefully) to get at your stomach. No problems. Three 3/4" incisions. One night in the hospital. Walking the ward the next morning. (I actually got out of bed to pee, and afterwards just kept walking around!). Now after losing 226 lbs. they are going to repair a hernia I have had for FAR too long...wait for it...with a robot.

I just want to say that this has been one of the hardest yet smartest decisions I've made in my entire life..its more than a notion for sure!
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I started at 515 and 10.5 months later I have lost 226 lbs. In 32 lbs. I will literally be "Half the Man" I used to be. @@Dashofpixiedust8 don't worry about skin, it will be what it is, nothing you can do about it, and plastics is still a LOOONG way off. I understand about your pain, but I suggest many short little walks...2 mins then 3-4 mins.The more you move the faster you will heal. It shouldn't hurt, but if it aches that needs to be ok with you. Remember, there is a new you SCREAMING to be let out. Once my incisions healed, I got in the pool for Water aerobics and Water Zumba. That was a great place for me to start an exercise regimen. I wish you the best of luck, keep us posted as to you "MELT".

DaVinci (the robot's name) did a wonderful job with my sleeve. Because of my high starting weight, my liver was larger than normal. Your liver needs to be moved aside (SUPER carefully) to get at your stomach. No problems. Three 3/4" incisions. One night in the hospital. Walking the ward the next morning. (I actually got out of bed to pee, and afterwards just kept walking around!). Now after losing 226 lbs. they are going to repair a hernia I have had for FAR too long...wait for it...with a robot.

Please share either upcoming milestones or ones already achieved. Here are a few of mine.
First time CHEWING food post op 100 lbs lost 200 lbs lost Breaking into the 200's Buying an XL shirt at a store that didn't have BIG or TALL in the name And coming up in 32 lbs...Being literally "Half the Man" I used to be. Sometimes jumping up and down, and shouting for joy needs to be shared with others...and sometimes others jump higher and shout louder than we did for ourselves.

I don't know what is "normal". Everyone is different. What does your surgeon say?
I am concerned that you say you aren't eating. Proper nutrition is vital for healing and for weight loss.
What is your Protein target? Are you getting at least that much Protein every day?
Are you getting in at least 64 oz of Fluid every day?
Are you exercising? Are you eating enough to support that exercise?
I suggest that you talk to your NUT and surgeon about your concerns.

You have to eat - even if you don't feel like it. You will ruin your metabolism - not to mention get sick from malnutrition. Set a timer to remind yourself to eat. Get in all your Protein and Water.

Hi,
I have the same stats more or less, and I don´t think it was too fast.
Make sure you eat enough Proteins and keep your liquids up. Are you following your NUT advice?
Did you notice muscle loss? this is the risk if you don´t work out or don´t take enough proteins.
Don´t abuse Vitamins as your body can´t process them all if you take too many tablets.

Let see, highest recorded weight that I know I was at was 597lbs and that was back in May of 2014. Had my VSG on December 22nd of 2014 and on that date I weighted in at 463lbs. So 18 months out from my surgery I'm now down to around 247-250lbs range. I've been floating around those same 3 to 4lbs for a few weeks now. Now I'm 6'5 and my surgeon wants me at 190lbs-195lbs, however my own personal goal was and still will be 225lbs-230lbs. So I'm really close to my own personal goal, but still quite a ways away from the surgeon's goal. Either way you can't beat going from Super Morbidity Obese to now just overweight in less than two calendar years.

I was 450 at my peak, I am now 185. The pain is part of the deal. It is worse for some than it is for others, but everyone has it. It will pass. Of course I have loose skin, but it is not as bad as I was expecting. You will definitely have some too, it would be unrealistic to think that it won't happen. But you are still young. If you stick with your plan and make sure you stay hydrated and nourished, you will be amazed at what your body can do to overcome the damage that has been done.
Basically what I am saying here is, don't worry about the things that are beyond your control. You can reach your goal, but it is completely up to you whether or not that happens. Follow your surgeon's and nutritionist's advice. Do not let yourself fall back into old habits. You can worry about loose skin later. At this point just focus on doing what you need to do. No doubts, you can do this and you will.