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baribabe72

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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  1. Hoping for some good advice on panning meals around macros now that I'm eating more.

     

    http://livinghealthynutritiononline.com/mbk-monthly/

  2. baribabe72

    Hungry 3 Months Post Op

    Is it real hunger or head hunger? Im about 3 months post, too. When im truly hungry, i get light headed. I try not to get to that point by eating every 3 to 4 hours and drinking tons of water. Head hunger hits me when im in a funky mood or im bored. I just try to talk mysekf out of it and distract myself with other things. If you are exercising regularly, you need 1000 calories or more. Im getting there, but mostly 900 calorie days at most.
  3. Im almost 3 mos pot op, im paranoid about stretching my stomach. There have been a few times where i ate until i was really full, not sick, but full. Then i get worried and wonder if i need to do fluids for a day to make up for it and have done that. Am i being too worried or not. I know to eat until satisfied and not stuffed. Ive lost weight steadily and dont want to eff up.
  4. baribabe72

    Genepro Safe???

    I count it as 20 grams not 30 per scoop
  5. baribabe72

    Taste and Smell

    Thats probably Ketosis.
  6. baribabe72

    I need your help..

    Check around for online support groups. There are some on FB among other places. Getting on My BariatricPal every day helps.
  7. baribabe72

    Help I'm gaining weight

    I'm 7 weeks out and my weight will go up and down every day so I stopped wishing daily. I'm on a stall now. I know it will get better. You didn't gain weight all at once so you can't lose it all at once. Cut yourself some slack. Also taking measurements has been a great motivator for me when the scale is not!
  8. baribabe72

    EGD

    I have sleep apnea and asthma. I have had scary breathing problems with past medical procedures so when it came time for my EGD and VSG I told the anesthesiologist ahead of time. They intabated me for the EGD from the get go and no problems. Same with the surgery. No problems. If you do need a CPAP, then by all means , use it. They are a bitch at firs5, but then they make a world of difference! Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
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    5 January VSG, low BMI

    My BMI was 35two weeks b4 surgery. My surgery was 1/3. My BMI is now 31. Wish I was losing more, but I have to be patient and that's not my strength. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
  10. If you get desperate, there is an OTC suppository you can use safely. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
  11. I used them crushed as breading so no judgement here. I'd say chew the hell out of one before awallowing. Then wait to see how you feel. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
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    Day before Surgery

    From the album: baribabe72

    Lost 15 lbs on the pre op diet
  14. 8 days post op, still struggling to get enough water and protein, but increasing every day! Went back to work 6 days after surgery.

    1. OKCPirate

      OKCPirate

      It will come. Get a shot glass and keep it full of water to help you sip. Get as much as you can, but there are real limits for the first three weeks on your protein unless you like Isopure clear protein. Just get ready to start tracking next week and prepare to be amazed.

    2. Cocoon2Butterfly

      Cocoon2Butterfly

      Today is the first day I feel semi normal. Going back to work on the 23rd.

  15. Biotin does help but it takes a month or so for it to really show. Make sure you wash it with a sulfate free shampoo or cleansing conditioner. Makes a difference. I have fine hair and lost some due to thyroid problems. Ask your stylist for suggestions. Biolage cleansing conditioner for fine hair seems to work for me. When Ulta runs a sake I stock up. I used to use cheaper stuff, but it made a noticeable difference and was worth it for me. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
  16. baribabe72

    A vain NSV story.

    KARMA! exfoliating helps the skin too. Spanx will be your best friend. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
  17. I'm 4 days post and one incision is still draining. It does not smell bad or look like infection, but I was wondering if the blood thinner shots my doc put me on are causing it. I'm also menstrual (i know TMI) and should have been done days ago. Maybe that's just stress? Should I call the office on Monday or is it nothing? Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
  18. I started the pre-op diet on 12/20 and had my surgery on 1/3. I'm down 20 pounds. I am drinking my protein and other fluids and feel pretty good! The pain is minimal and nausea gone. I just had to get the constipation under control and felt okay after that. I've been productive today, but I bet I will sleep like a baby tonight!

    1. Djmohr

      Djmohr

      Nicely done! Congratulations and I am so glad that things were not so bad for you.

  19. Hi All, I don't remember who posted her struggle with constipation, but I wanted to share what helped me. My surgery was 3 days ago. I was able to stop the pain med less than 48 hrs later. However the constipation and pain that went with it was real yesterday morning. I walked and walked and breathed through the pain. I called my doctors office after about 3 hours. Their advice was glycerine suppositories. I have never used anything like that, but I was desperate! Ya know, it worked in about 15 minutes! Sorry if this is TMI but I think it might help someone else. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
  20. My surgery was Tuesday afternoon. The gas pain is almost all gone. Walking and deep breathing helped. Incision pain is mild. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
  21. baribabe72

    January 3rd,4th,5thSleevers!

    Jan 3rd. I'm excited and nervous, but ready as I'll ever be. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App
  22. Surgery is tomorrow!

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    2. shedo82773

      shedo82773

      Congratulations!! I will give you a WELCOME to the Loser's Bench early.

    3. Malin

      Malin

      Good luck!!!!!

    4. Djmohr

      Djmohr

      Best of luck today on your surgery

  23. I cheated last night on my liqui diet. Feeling a little guilty, but...

    1. Babbs

      Babbs

      I'm assuming you're pre op? Meh, it happens. Just get right back at it, especially the closer you get to surgery. You'll find it going to be harder now to stick to it, though.

       

      Just PLEASE don't eat off plan on your post op prescribed diet! The stakes are so much higher.

  24. baribabe72

    Unflavored protein powders

    I bought it on Amazon, but Vitamin Shoppe and GNC also have it.
  25. baribabe72

    Unflavored protein powders

    I like Isopure powder. It dissolves better than others I tried. Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App

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