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I agree with KristenLe, they pump you so full of stuff that you'll see the difference in week 3-4....don't get discouraged it will happened congrats on your surgery
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I'm 6 months post op. For the first 4 months I had my period EVERY SINGLE DAY. it was a blood bath. Someone on here said a crime scene. Omg. It was ridiculous. I was buying Super Plus tampons (I didn't even know plus existed!). And I was changing them often. As a result I was absolutely exhausted. Lethargic. BUT as of last month & again this month - I am happy to tell you that my period has tapered off. I'm back to getting it once a month for about 5 days. It's still heavier than it used to be. But my point is my body is slowly crawling back to normal. GOOD LUCK !!!
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Same problem for me the week post operation. I actually called my surgeon because I was scared. I've had one since then, and it lasted longer than normal.
Sleeved 9/12/16

My period was late this month 3 weeks post op. Finally arrived today and not so bad at the moment.
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Thank you @@KristenLe
I gained 2 pounds. So I'm at a total of 20 pound loss since I started. What you said is exactly what the dietitian said. I'm not doing so well with my Protein. So I have to get at least 2 shakes in a day. And I suck at taking my Vitamins.
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I had my surgery..the 18th. Period was due the 20..Came on the 22..lasted for my normal 5 days
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I'm on Depo and don't normally get a period. Got my period a week after surgery! Weird! Thank for the info on stored hormones.
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First period since surgery on Aug. 19. Not to be indelicate, but it's like a crime scene.
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Absolutely! I'd completed menopause, so had been over a year with no cycle...I've had a light period every month since my surgery. All the fat-stored hormones are wreaking havoc as I burn that fat.
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@@jwidner Please don't be disappointed - we usually gain weight after surgery with all of the fluids from the IVs and swelling. Concentrate on getting in your fluids and Protein - don't worry so much about the scale at this point! Good luck at your appointment!

@@jwidner It's very common. As you burn fat, it is releasing hormones that were stored - creating some issues with your cycle and moods.

Hi - mine came early (just a few days after surgery and lasted several days longer than usual. My surgery date was 9/22/16 and haven't had a second one yet so I'll I can tell you is about the first one post op.

You look great!!
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The first picture was taken Easter Sunday 2016 at my highest weight of 252 pounds! The second picture I took this morning at 166.2 pounds!! My surgery was on 5/16/16 just a little over 5 months ago. I feel great!!!

I'd tell them to make it a meatloaf and put candles in it lol

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Yes just got one Saturday and do far I love it
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I'd just ask your team about it. And if it is okay at some point, I'd try to find one of the organic peanut butters that minimizes the sugar. For me, the fat is okay since healthy fat helps to drive a low-carb diet, but the sugar is what would be the problem.

I relied on the Quest Peanut Butter flavor Protein powder for my shakes immediately post-op. Totally satisfied the Peanut Butter craving for me. Highly recommend since you are so early post-op and it's a better choice than actual peanut butter at this stage. They sell individual packets at GNC by the counter.

I am 10 months out, at goal and normal BMI. Peanut Butter is MY favorite!!! I started eating peanut butter when I hit goal and haven't lost any weight since. Not an ounce! Stopped eating it for week and lost 2 lbs. in other words do not touch the stuff until your at goal and starting maintenance and then only in moderation. Might as well call it STALL butter!!!!

The Great Peanut Butter Panic of 2016.
Why not just call your practice's RD to ask about it? I can't imagine that it's 'forbidden' by your practice.
I eat peanut butter happily, calories and fat content be damned. It fits into my food plan because I limit the amount and include it in my food tracker as I do everything else that goes in my mouth.
As Lucy said, "It's so tasty, too!"

I like Matrix Peanut Butter Cookie flavor. I would buy it on line. You can add PB2 to any vanilla shake you like. Many people like Premier which you can get at costco, Sams Club or Walmart.
I preferred the Matrix brand or Nectars. For premade Muscle Milk or Rocket Fuel are okay. I get them already cold at the local convenience store.

Hmm. Can be high in sugar but natural Peanut Butter tends to be lower. It has Protein as well. I think the consideration is the delivery device.... can't eat crackers or celery or apples or bread, all stuff you eat Peanut Butter on.
If you're just looking for the flavor you could try adding PB2 or some peanut butter into a shake. I drank peanut butter shakes like they were going out of style.. it's my fave flavor!
As far as it being safe, I mean.... aside from the sugar content it's not a no, in my book. Could always call your surgeon's office and ask!

Peanut butter has a lot of calories and fat and often sugars so it's something you need to be careful with and limit. Try PB2 though - you get the Peanut Butter taste and better macros.

Go check out Trader Joe's, they have a good line of cream Soups that gives you some variety.