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Still struggle with binging mindset
I've had impulses too and have attempted to act on them (by eating something sweet) but the physical body can't do it. Instead now I'll have a bite of cake or a bite of s great pasta dish and that's it, I'm satisfied and I'm done. I think I'll always have the "old" impulses but we can no longer eat as much.
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Breads Products!
Oh gosh can't remember how soon (15 mos post-RNY) but the first nibble was a spicy tuna roll (6 pieces) of which I could only eat one. I removed the rice and just ate the spicy tuna. I can now eat an entire roll but it's pushing it. I never eat bread (too filling) potatoes and pasta sometimes but it's a difficult food to eat and I used to love these bad carbs.
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Blessed be the chili
Chili was my go to meal too post-op. I never had problems like you did but it was so good to eat. You'll feel better every day.
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Any tips on chewing slowly?
I am 14 mos post-op RNY and I have not been successful at this. I have always been a fast eater but I know I've slowed down a bit but not to the recommended amount. I do wait the 30 mins for drinking but I've never gotten ill from eating too fast (yet).
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6month post op update... Eating horribly
Don't have the crap in your house. Make smart choices. It's all for your health.
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Hard to digest meat
I am 14 months post-op (RNY) and I've never been able to digest meat with the exception of ground beef. I love fish of any kind and I tolerate chicken. Eggs no problem either but my go to protein is yogurt. Love my yogurt.
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Rumours or truth?
Fifteen months post RNY surgery. Never once had dumping syndrome or diarrhea. I can eat almost anything I want. I do take Vitamin D. My bone density perfect. It has been very easy for me.
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Any tips on chewing slowly?
After a year post RNY I still eat too fast. I chew food but just eat fast, always have.
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Flatulence and foul smelling stools
I was experiencing this when I was eating sugar (cookies, cakes) and starchy carbs (bread, pasta, rice). I eliminated bad carbs and increased vegetable and no longer have gas and stools are normal in color.
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One Year Followup
Just had my one year post-RNY followup with surgeon. Was disappointed to see I gained a few pounds after having a stall for 6 months. After reviewing labs we discussed what was different in my diet and routine. I recently had difficulty with arthritis and loose matter behind my kneecap preventing me from my exercise of walking. Surgeon recommended I eliminate all bad carbs (breads, pasta, rice, etc) while I am not able to walk (start PT tomorrow after fluid drained from knee and a cortisone shot). I am pleased to report that I've lost about 4lbs already. I am motivated to stay away from the bad carbs and eager to begin my PT.
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What did you bring (or wish you had) to the hospital?
I spent entire time in hospital gown and hospital provided socks. Didn't have time to read or such. Bring saline nose spray (rooms are so dry) and I got several nose bleeds. I also got migraines when narcotics wore off and they would only give me one dose of my migraine medicine (injection) even thou it was prescribed as "as often as needed". Moisturizer too for skins/face. Time will fly by. Good luck!
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Vitamin Question
I've discovered that every surgeon and every nutritionist have their own opinions. Follow what your surgeon and your nutritionist tell you. Good luck, this is the best decision you've made - to get healthy.
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Pace Maker in Stomach
This was a result of surgery? Redundant colon can be congenital or heredity based. Also from severe constipation or an overuse of laxatives. What will the pacemaker-like device do? Stimulate?
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Face after surgery
I am 61 and I know I look a bit younger but what most people say is I look healthier which is why I had surgery. I did notice during the rapid weight loss I had a "turkey neck" but I think it has improved over time. I'm interested in the laser procedure someone else mentioned.
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Contempt
I'd say get new friends and family.
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