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I asked again about Protein today and was told no. Tea, Crystal Light and Water. I'm feeling very weak. I'm surprised there are such big differences in practices. Maybe I'll start the protein on Saturday. Thanks everyone

Are people having shakes right after sugery. I'm on Water and Crystal Light for 5 days. Anyone else told basically Water only?

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That sounds great. I will look into it. Thanks

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Thank you surgery is 11 hours away!

Thank you so much.

Great idea. I've never used nutritional yeast. What is it?

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Glad to hear from people my age doing well. My surgery is Tuesday, I'm 57, scared, excited........ I would appreciate it if you would share what it was like the first few days after surgery. Thank you

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My surgery is Tuesday. I think I should have done of the Protein Soups in the house. I see there are broths and cream versions. Please share your experience and recommendations.

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Wow. My head could be put on your before picture. Thanks, you look beautiful. It gives me hope.

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In my case, I contacted the insurance company myself and got the denial reversed immediately. Good luck with everything, I know its very frustrating.

Have you been approved by insurance. Unless you're self pay, they cannot move forward until you have a letter from insurance approving the surgery.

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I just came from an appt and was told any form of bread, grains, pasra, rice....will slow down far burning.

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Thank you. I think I did it correctly. My surgery is 9/13. Less than a week, uugh! Good luck to you.

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I'm trying to join the Facebook page. How do I do it. Thanks

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Yup!!!

Thank you and best wishes. I go 9/13????

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I just want all of you to know how helpful it is to read all of your posts and share your humor and positivity. My surgery is coming up and I realize I'm doing some self sabatoge right now. Reading your posts helps so much to refocus and think about a happy future. Thank you????

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I know a person who has the surgery 3 years ago and although much smaller than prior to surgery, he has regained significantly.

I asked my surgeon about this specifically and I have done a great deal of reading on the subject. According to both, after surgery a person, after healing, who consistently over eats can stretch the stomach pouch. All of the advice given is sound, small bites of small amounts of the proper food at the right time. Good health everyone-where in this together.

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Maybe you could cook meals now and put in freezer bags for them. Using the slow cooker is a great way to make large quanities. It did that due to commuting when my kids were young. It worked really well. Just label each bag with the food name and date. Good luck

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My understanding is that its considered medicinal due to the fact that the bones are cooked for a minimum of 24 hours and up to 72 hours so that the bones disintegrate reaping the benefits if all the collagen, amino acids, Protein, glycine, chondrotin.... I'm going to look more into it. I'll share what I find for anyone who is interested

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I appealed with statements from my other doctors making it a medical necessity. If you have other conditions get a letter of medical necessity from each one, cardiologist, General dr, endocrinologist, orthopedic..... My appeal was won fairly quickly.

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Thank you

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Has anyone tried medicinal bone broth after surgery. This is the Bone Broth that is cooked for 24 hours dissolving the bones and veggies if included, straining and drinking. It is supposed to be very beneficial. Please let me know.

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What about a incentive worthy introductory discount for first time customers

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I was banded 8 years ago. Although I have kept off some weight, I have been yo yoing(spell check) since then. I am doing the revision to sleeve on 9/13. I am still obese and my life and health are severely limited by my weight. I went back to the same practice that did the band and I think that's as a good decision. Good luck to you.

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