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Because I'm allowed to???? Why wouldn't I?
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I was wondering the same thing! I had about a 1/4 cup of thin oatmeal and no sugar applesauce today. never had a problem, but if I drink too much Protein Shake I feel pressure..

One of the most common questions is how much can one eat yet only one person came back with an answer (Sai) instead of their two cents on bananas at this stage. BTW bananas are healthy for you and every doctor is different. I was told that the first week I could blend 1/2 a banana in my Protein Shakes as long as I strain it.

So it's not really for you to decide if the question was relevant or not. I am actually eating much less than the NUT has planned for me. So overeating is not a problem. The hunger sensation usually goes away in just a few bites. So that's far too much? Lol. ???? It just so happens I asked in this case because it was the first time I'd eaten that much. Know it all? Hardly. I wouldn't be asking questions if I knew it all. My NUT actually suggested the bananas because of the leg cramps I have been getting, I'm not a fan of bananas but I am following her guideline for ME. Thanks for your input.
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I heard that there's some controversy behind GENEPRO. Check out MelanieSlicedThinner on YouTube if you're interested. Sent from my SPH-D710VMUB using the BariatricPal App

Hi there,
I'm so excited for you to have insurance and to be able to get the fills you may need to get you there -- it's going to be night and day. And you did a great job basically on your own. Critical to have those doctor's visits and periodic check-ins to assess for whether you need a fill. You're going to love having a partner in this process.
Foods that work for me are ones that I can thoroughly chew. I think it's important to figure out what your sliders are (things that just go right through). Check out the links in my signature below about how the band works -- satiety is all about the chewing! So chew, chew, chew (which you'll really need to do as you have restriction in your band) and learn to listen for the signals that you are full.
Chili for me is a great food and I make it regularly (family and company love it, too). Any ground meat for me needs to be cooked down (I cook it in stock for a long time to get the right texture). For steak I have to have something in the tenderloin realm. I prefer chicken thighs for the falling-apart quality. I love eggs and thought I might have scrambled eggs all the time but it turns out what works best for me is a fried egg, go figure! Makes no sense to me. Basically, we have to experiment to find what our bodies like best.
Good luck with all -- you are off to a great start!

Sweetie...here's what I did to lose the weight. I kept track of every single thing that went in my mouth via the myfitnesspal app...and I followed a basic WW type of plan...3 oz Protein, 1/2 cup veggies, 1/4 cup carbs. That and some exercise...not tons, but enough to keep me moving. Hope that helps some.

Thank you!
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Lots of different healthy Soups (American Heart Association stamp), lean meats, fruits and vegetables. About the only thing I could not eat from the beginning was bread, starchy things. Fibrous fruits are a little difficult like pineapple. Other than that, just kept your whole meal about 1/2- 1 cup total.

Lots of different healthy Soups (American Heart Association stamp), lean meats, fruits and vegetables. About the only thing I could not eat from the beginning was bread, starchy things. Fibrous fruits are a little difficult like pineapple. Other than that, just kept your whole meal about 1/2- 1 cup total.

Lots of different healthy Soups (American Heart Association stamp), lean meats, fruits and vegetables. About the only thing I could not eat from the beginning was bread, starchy things. Fibrous fruits are a little difficult like pineapple. Other than that, just kept your whole meal about 1/2- 1 cup total.

My plan says 4tbs of mashed fruit as a side to a meal. I didn't have anything else with it since I ate on the run. Pretty sure I'm fine. My response was that we are all friends here, if you don't have an answer from experience to my question, kindly move on. Don't question what my plan is or what I'm allowed. I find it rude. I'm following my plan to a T. I'm not trying to start a juvenile argument, so if that's your intention, don't comment. We are all adults here. Dub, thanks for the clarification. I took that answer much better than the original. Good luck y'all
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Umm because 1 small banana IS approx 4 tbs. again, if you aren't offering anything positive to the post, move on.
Thank ya kindly.
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First day was a little rough, but after I got home that evening, it was smooth sailing. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

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So today I ate an entire banana in one sitting. I ate slow of course but kept waiting to get full and didn't. I'm worried my "pouch" is too big? I'm almost 2 weeks out and this is the most I've eaten. I usually don't stop when I'm full, I stop when I start to feel a small amt of pressure.
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I think the maximum tolerated volume (MTV) depends on the size of the bougie used during surgery. I believe my NUT said my sleeve will have a 150 ml MTV, don't remember though... Wrote it down somewhere.

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I just got off the phone with my nurse who asked my surgeon how much my stomach will hold after the sleeve, and she responded with 6-8 ounces (so MTV = 177ml to 236 ml for my sleeve). Hope this helps.

Yes. I hated that heavy feeling in my chest and the pressure build up if I ate too much or quickly. I'm currently unfilled waiting for the revision surgery. I constantly have to go out to business lunches, have you (or anyone on this thread) experience a need to run to the restroom to throw up? I had that happen with the band quite a few times and hated how my voice would change when I got stuck. After that, I mainly just had Soup for fear of that happening in public. If you could explain to me those types of scenarios (overeating or eating something that didn't go well with your stomach after the sleeve), I'd greatly appreciate it. Thank you in advance!

That's great! Who was your surgeon? Was it done as outpatient? Mine will be done as outpatient and that's why I'm asking. My wife will be asking for FML to care for me. Based on your experience, how many days should she stay with me, if at all. I don't want her to miss too much work as we need the money. Thank you so much in advance.

I just celebrated my 11 month post surgery. I started my journey March 2015. At which time I weighed 378 pounds. Per insurance requirements I had to do a 6 month diet. I started out good but then started reverting back to old ways. My surgery was September 9th 2015. Dr mark eaton from southern Oregon bariatric center. Day of surgery I weighed 358. Today I weigh 243 pounds. Total loss 135 lbs. since surgery 115 pounds. I am off blood pressure, cholesterol , and no longer a diabetic. If anyone has any question feel free to message me. I am an open book. When I started I wore a size 48 pants. Today I wear 36.

It really isn't THAT hard. Don't let yourself overthink this. These are issues you are perfectly aware of, so plan ahead. Get a water bottle you like that holds about 30 oz. Carry it with you at all times. Make sure you go through 2 a day. Pick out protein sources you like and stock up. There are so many options. The hard part is remembering to eat throughout the day. I am on yogurt and chili (pureed) because it is 2 things I love. I will probably eat these 2 things all day til I tire of them and then move on to something else. A Protein shake (30 g), a yogurt (15 g) and chili (15 g) and you've got your protein for the day. Of course that is split up into 6 meals You will do fine!

I have been losing 2 lbs a week since my revision in May, Very frustrating to see the fast numbers on first time sleevers. I guess a pound lost is better than a pound gained. Just hope I can lose 60 more lbs.

I was fortunate in this regard. I haven't had to take any pain meds since I left the hospital. It was uncomfortable more that actually painful.

I am 55 and three weeks post surgery today!
Had absolutely NO problems from the surgery. No vomiting, nausea or reflux at all!!! Feeling younger every day that the scale shows a loss. My knees are already feeling better too!
I only wish I had did this years ago because I am worried about how much flab will be left on this big body. Oh well, my insurance would not pay for this procedure and we had a daughter to raise. LOL! Now it is my time!!