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I was cleared for lifting at 6 wks so I am now on wk 3 of Beachbody workouts. I did T25 the first week, was bored so last week and this I have been doing the 21 day fix workouts and walking as much as I can.

So sorry - haven't been on here much. I feel GREAT! Not fighting my head hunger daily, although it does hit at times when we are out. 20.4 lbs down since surgery and another 10 before.

i was sleeved on 3/7 by Dr. Sowemimo at CentraState.

The stress test and echocardiogram was required for me as well - even after a perfect EKG. All part of my surgeon and my cardiologist's requirements. I was glad to have it actually - I'd rather know about any problems ahead of time. I actually do have some thickening already - but I am diabetic also (type 1) so I am looking at it a bit differently.

There are some decaf coffee Protein drinks out there also - if that is your thing. But adding the unflavored to broth is probably your best bet to avoid sweetness. I love the versatility of the unflavored.

Best of luck!

My surgery is not until next week, but I will also be on Flintstone's 2x a day.

Teavana Jade Citrus Mint....mmmm....it's a green tea. Teavana Jade Citrus Mint....mmmm....it's a green tea.

You look amazing! A true inspiration!

Wow! So many for March 1st! I'm March 7!

I am going to keep sippies of juice by my bed just in case, but I will probably not take much more insulin than my basal dose at first since I will not be eating much. I was worried too and saw my endo last week. She said that it hasn't been a problem with her patients as log as their basal doses are set correctly.

An endocrinologist can order to a test that will tell you how much insulin your pancreas is producing. It is uncommon for adults to develop Type 1 diabetes, but not impossible (I was diagnosed at age 26). When it develops in adulthood it is caused by an autoimmune disease. I have not heard of a pancreas being damaged by the surgery (and I have read everything I can re: diabetes and surgery), but anything is possible I suppose. Please see an endocrinologist you feel comfortable with - it took me 8 doctors to find one I liked - keep trying if you need to. A good endocrinologist will listen to you and get to the bottom of it.

I am still pre-surgery but my doc tried me on Contrave in Sept. For reference, I am 5'10" and BMI was roughly 36/37 at the time. I lost about 20 lbs in 2 month and then bottomed out. No other weight could come off. So I stopped taking it. And then I gained about 10 lbs back. When I saw the NUT for the first time she was asking about my previous attempts at weight loss and she told me that in her experience, the drugs are only effective while you are taking them. Afterwards, most people will put the weight on. She thinks I was in a stall and it might have pushed the weight farther down if I had waited longer (I waited 3 weeks before stopping). Should have also stated that it DID make me nauseous when I started it, but the nausea subsided after the first week or two.

I am married and have 2 kids - 6 and 9. We just told them last night because my 9 year old has been asking about why I am seeing so many doctors. He was starting to get nervous that there was something wrong with me - and I had planned on telling him anyway (although I would have rather waited until insurance approval went through first). I just told them that Mommy was going to a lot of doctors so that I can make sure I'm healthy enough for surgery. The surgery is going to help me lose weight and be healthier. We then explained that I will be sore for a little while, and that I will be eating differently for a while - but that the results will be worth it.

I only have to do liquids the day before my surgery so I escape the 2 week liquid diet I have been doing 2 protein shakes a day for a few weeks already (mon-fri) and will probably just do it all 7 days those last 2 weeks.

Vanessa I live in NJ top! What hospital are you having your surgery at? I will be at CentraState in Freehold.

I'm pre-op so can't speak about how surgery affects it, but I have noticed that 2 things cause my acne to flare: dehydration - which may be why some people see acne after surgery. When my face dries out in winter, I get acne in the driest areas. A good face lotion will stop it, so I know it must be related to the dryness. excess sugar in my diet - I'm a diabetic so it may be worse in my case than others, but if I don't eat sugar (or not much) then my skin is clear, but if I overdo it - breakouts will follow.

following - my cardiologist just recommended a beta blocker for me (low does because I am diabetic and she noticed some thickening) and I am still pre-op

I am still pre-op but my nutritionist has me starting back on Vitamins eithe rthe 3rd or 4th week out. She said not to worry about them until then.

I don't really have one either. Just supposed to eat better now - protein shakes 1x a day if I want. All liquid the day before. That's it though.

I'm so jealous that you are approved already! Want to call my office to be sure they sent it in but I don't want to be too much of a pain in the ass Endoscopy next Monday and sleep studystill to go. Then I should be all set! Marissa I'm the 7th so our dates will be really close!

I was a 36.6 at initial consult - but after a few lbs of weight lost (on Protein shakes 2x a day and trying to follow the bariatric plate - getting used to eating that way now) I am down to 35.7. I will be sleeved on 3/7 and am hoping to be under 35 BMI by then. I am tired of the roller coaster, tired of the weight, tired of the being tired, my cholesterol is crazy - I am a Type 1 diabetic taking too much insulin. Losing weight for me is a torturous, slow process that I give up on... I also feel this is the right decision for me...

I just had to order nutritional yeast after reading this thread - can't wait to try it on my cauliflower! Thanks all!

Now I was curious. I looked it up. Doesn't work with Android. Seriously??? The whole world doesn't have iPhones...I much prefer my Galaxy.

Excellent question!!