DavidBC

Does your CPAP machine have an auto, bi-level or c-flex mode? These options all make it easier to exhale. I was unable to use a machine without a c-flex mode but with it have been using one for 15 years.

Benefiber in the morning, stool softener with lunch and Miralax after dinner every day in the only way I've stayed regular. And I also eat beans daily.

That's amazing @@DavidOso! If I can get anywhere close to losing 238 lbs in a year I'll be thrilled!

Update - down 80 lbs. since beginning pre-opt diet April 11th . This weekend I'm donating my 5x pants and putting on the 4x!!

It's easier for the big guys...I've averaged 7.2 lbs per week overall and lately its been 5 lbs per week. I'm only 6 weeks out from surgery.

I took mine for the first 4 weeks after surgery. I now use an occasional Pepcid when needed.

I had similar issues....turns out the sugar alcohol in the calcium supplements were causing it. I believe it was called maltitol. Any sweetener that ends in 'tol' can disagree with some of us.

I don't know if he's the best but Dr Johnson is a good one! I'm doing great after 5 weeks! Been dropping 5 to 6 lbs per week and no real problems once I got the proper amount of Fiber down. Like many folks say I just wished I would have done this sooner!

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

My update - Tomorrow will be 5 weeks since surgery for me and things are going great! I'm down 67 lbs since my pre-op diet started and 31 lbs since being sleeved. Everyday I notice something new that has improved with my life...whether it's getting into a car or having more energy throughout the day. My wife and I spent Saturday morning throwing out my biggest clothes and going through my older ones seeing what I can fit into now. We're also making plans to travel that we've been putting off for years...waiting for me to 'lose the weight'. We'll now it's finally happening!

I quit the Protein shakes 2 weeks post-op because of the terrible constipation they gave me. I get my protein now through eggs, chicken, tuna, and...beans! Beans have protein and fiber!

Returning to the original topic...Some doctors are much less conservative in their post-op eating approach. I was sleeved 3 weeks ago tomorrow and instructed to begin soft foods on day 8 after surgery. That included scrambled eggs, chicken, fish, Beans, cooked veggies (but no corn or celery) and fruits.We had no puree phase at all. In 2 more weeks I can eat salads and crunchy foods. I've had no issues at all. In fact I'm doing great and am down 22 lbs in those 3 weeks and 58 total. My doctor is part of a very respected office called Atlanta Bariatrics - http://atlantabariatrics.com/ - and he does about 30 sleeves a month and has been for years.Believe me I researched him before committing to the surgery. Of course everyone is different so you should follow your doctor's advice.

Going great! It's been 2 weeks and I'm down 17 lbs. since surgery and 53 lbs. overall. I've had no issues to speak of except trying to get my fiber/miralax dosage ironed out and finding a calcium pill I can take. I go to my first post-opt appt with Dr. Johnson tomorrow. Very glad I made this decision and looking forward to traveling a lot more in the years to come.

100 lbs. after 4 months is great! I hope to match that! Today I hit 50 lbs. since I started my pre-opt diet 6 weeks ago and 14 since surgery 10 days ago. Feeling better every day!

Be warned - the Bariatric Advantage Calcium Chewables are loaded with maltitol (a sugar alcohol) that act as a rather potent laxative. I know thus first hand. Here are other's opinions: https://www.buzzfeed.com/michaelrusch/haribo-gummy-bear-reviews-on-amazon-are-the-most-insane-thin?utm_term=.xfdEGGQ6M#.xwV1nnwM4

The first week it took me an hour to down a whole shake. Now in my second week it takes about half that amount of time. So yes I think it's pretty normal what you're going through.

I'm recovering - slowly improving day by day. Last week was sort of a blur. I've yet to be able to eat over 500 cal on any day but I am getting my Protein in thanks to the shakes. My eating schedule has me starting on some real food this week but I'm not sure if that's going to happen. Maybe some Soups or scrambled eggs. I was on painkillers the first couple days but stopped them on Wednesday. Haven't needed them since. My energy level seems to vary day to day. I have no hunger to speak of. Everything I eat and drink now must be taken in very small sips. Any gulps and it will be painful. Luckily I have not thrown up anything yet.

Will do!

Gwendale- I'm doing great! My surgery is scheduled for tomorrow morning at 9:30AM. Today I'm on clear liquids and I'm eager to get this show on the road. Do you have a date scheduled yet?

This is my favorite thread on this site! We need to keep it going! Love the success stories from the Big Guys! I started out at 456 lbs. before 4 weeks of the liquid (mostly) diet and am getting sleeved this Monday (May 9) at 420 lbs. The pre-opt diet was a bear but had to be done. I look forward to sharing my successes along the way!

Congrats! Sounds like things went perfectly! I'll be joining you and the other "LOSERS" next week

I'm set for May 9 and starting my pre-op diet April 25. I've been trying to ease myself into it by eating mostly yogurt, protein shakes and vegetables this week. No meat or breads.

Canton, Georgia

May 9 at 9AM at Northside Hospital in Forsyth!!

I'm all set for May 9! Starting the pre-op diet on Monday... Me too!!!!! When is your day? Have you jumped through all the hoops and been authorized?