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My surgeon expects my sleeve volume to be a bit over 6 oz. I think that's larger that some. Apparently I have a long stomach, so now I have a long banana. We have chickens, they are mostly off laying for the winter, but we got two yesterday so my egg was VERY fresh.

800 calories. Low low fat, little carbs and 90gr of Protein a day. Use shakes. And drink 64 oz of Water. You will be hungry. If you are obese you can loose 8 pounds in 2 weeks. If you can't do it maybe you should use the extra time to work on your food issues with a nutritionist and or psychologist.

I agree with both posters but wanted to add that I chose the sleeve because it maintains normal anatomy. In fact I backed out of getting a lap band several years ago because I was worried about a foreign object because of a preexisting autoimmunity problem and seeing how many people are having them revised I am glad I waited. I am not sure the vertical sleeve was an option, I was offered an RNY . Maybe I had other more pressing medical problems.

I went out to lock the car just now and found a package on my porch. Compression tights. High waisted and $10 EACH from GENIE. I got three sizes the xml fits perfectly and the support is great and right were you need it.

On the other hand your family member is having major surgery without proper education or preparation. Wait a year and see which one of you is more successful.

Anything that can be done about it. My house smells like an animal shelter to me though two friends have assured me that it's just the usual...for a hose with three dogs. I tried room spray, spent 20 minutes with dry heaves.

I use the unflavored powder. Borderless, tasteless. 21gr of protein. I have unjury (I buy the canisters it's lots cheaper than the packets) but there are other brands.

I like unjury powder. I mostly use the unflavored. One scoop in 8 oz 1% milk is 28grams of protein. The after taste of the premised shakes, especially the premier, makes me gag. I can handle Muscle Milk. Don't love it but you can find it just about anywhere.

I have never once in 38 years told my husband my weight. I weighed 125lbs when we got married but my weight has always been a touchy subject. He doesn't asks and he gets to stay married to me. It's a good deal both ways.

Also, I don't know why people persist in calling it a "stall", I prefer to think of it as a physiological adjustment period. You're still loosing fat no matter what the scale says.

My diet plan doesn't restrict fat but I try choose the lower fat options, just started mushy, so1-2% fat dairy, lean meat and fish. You do need fat in your diet. You didn't ask but you're protein seems low. I'm on 90grams based on my current weight. It drops as the weight drops but.the lowest recommended on my diet is 60 grams of protein a day.

Your employer can't do that. Why is it that hospitals are the worse offenders when their employees need medical leave?

My breasts are very dense so they can't see image the sides. Our clinic does ultrasounds. Ask for one. I don't think the cost is different.

Birth control is ESSENTIAL when you are looking weight. A 20% weight losses can trigger ovulation in most women. Case in point ? Me. I got pregnant at 46 (yes, fourth SIX) after working my butt of to loose 80 pounds. So mow I'm 62 with a 16 year old. If you want to become pregnant be sure you are taking folic acid to prevent neural tube defects.

Tomorrow will adding string cheese!

I'm in.

I weigh weekly so I don't good crazy with daily fluctuations. Want to join me. Check in once a week on the same day and record your progress. Thicker helpful but not necessarily.

No question just wanted to post about eating an egg. First non liquid. I have never actually made just one egg before. I touched it and ate slowly and felt full! Full on ONE egg...amazing.

There is no "fail". The point is to see where your are now and get you to a place where you will succeed. From some of the posts I've read here I think a psych eval should be required by law.

Just as I am untitled to "politely" disagree.

Finished the pre op class 10/4 , insurance submitted 10/5.. CPAP run around... pre op appt 10/20, surgery 10/25

I recommend a compression top if you have bothersome incision pain. Good luck. Let us know how you're doing!

The eating holidays are upon us. I and 13 days post op and still on thick liquids figure that by thanksgiving I should be able to have mushy food according to my recommended food list I can have 3-4 oz of food 3/4 of that being protein... You should tAke your scale or measuring cups. And, yes your family will probably notice,be polite, tell them your following does orders. Don't get involved in the "one piece won't hurt you" game.

The hospital has a bariatric clinic that handles the pre op phase but I could choose any surgeon. Portland is a big city There are two practices and probably 10 surgeons to choose from on our oinsurance. The first one I interviewed was a bad fit for me , the scoundrels one didn't make eye contact... so asked the clinic psychologist and nutritionist who knew me pretty well since I was taking a weekly "lifestyle class" in additional to the normal pre op who they thought I would like. She was awesome.

I liked her right away but I still called the hospital for her surgery stats. Then I trusted her