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Alexis i microwaved it once not knowing and it turned into what looked liked curdled milk.
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Thunder they are saying its only ten but the way some of the others taste im debating going back.
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It put a smile on face! Hard work w/ after surgery. Today walking around at our local flea market it put tears to my eyes when a local said "you are getting skinny" I am a week away from being two months out! The changes are unbelievable!  
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That's how I felt for a good four and a half months. Now 5+ months and 5 pounds from goal, it's work not to fall back to old habits. Once your tummy allows you to accept most foods without that uncomfortable feeling get ready to see that you may be tempted by food. It's not a magic bullet that lasts forever.
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Indoor rock climbing. Challenging and fun at the same time.

Ty! U look great. Makes sense too, everything you said. Sent from my XT1585 using the BariatricPal App

2 weeks post and left side pain still there, but otherwise okay
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You look great!! I second the working out question..I'm 2 weeks post bypass and dreading the loose skin. Your skin looks great! Please tell us your workout regimen and if you don't mind sharing, your age????
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It got better around 3 weeks slowly but surely everyday I could tell. Im 3 and a half out now and feel normal again.

Don't know if they are inspirational but I have come a long way. Lost 182 lbs. starting weight 340 current weight 158. Surgery 02/21/2012

I had my surgery sept 14. My weight was 276 lbs the day of surgery: I have a 3 yr old, 2 yr old and a 6 month old at the time. Almost 4 month postop I'm at 204lbs and feel great! I was so worried as well. But my kids see how much more energy I have and they love it even more! It's an amazing journey!
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I'm 34 and 5'7. I am starting to see loose skin and I don't think any amount of working out will help it....but honestly, it doesn"t bother me at all, I've learned quite a while ago to love my body , whatever it may look like.
I do work out. I started late, did mostly just walking for the first 3 months. At about 4 months post op I started the gym and hated it. Sooo instead of attempting to drag myself to something I hated, I found things I like instead. I tried a fitness class and I loved it. So I've been doing about 4 to 5 one hour classes a week (anything from Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Spin, weight class, kickboxing...)
The key for me was finding things I like doing.
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I actually had a bm the day after surgery -- liquid only but it was bc my gas pain was bad and they gave me a dulcolax suppository in the hospital to get the gas moving along. It worked on the gas and let some liquid stool out too the night after surgery. I am ordered to use Miralax daily and was recommended to use colace, so I've been compliant with that. Also got some benefiber to add to my hydration fluids.
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No problem with that. Bear in mind that the human gut has a limited ability to absorb protein though.. about 30-40g at one sitting.. Sent from my SM-N900P using the BariatricPal App

most people don't need to, but some do. I malabsorb Protein. My prealbumin level tanks if I don't average around 100 grams a day, so I will probably need to supplement with a Protein Shake every day because it's hard for me to consistently get that much through food alone. Too much protein is hard on your kidneys, though, so you don't want to go crazy with it. Most of us need to get 60-80 grams a day, so if you're getting more than that (unless you're like me and malabsorb it), then it's probably overkill.

It's been 1 month. Sleeved on Dec 6 and as of Jan 6 I'm down exactly 40 pounds. This is not easy but it is SO worth it you guys!!!!

Thank you so much...Been wondering this. I always have more after I puree and then have to add a little Protein powder to get to the 15 g. Sent from my XT1585 using the BariatricPal App

How is the taste? TIA Sent from my XT1585 using the BariatricPal App

Thank you so much...Been wondering this. I always have more after I puree and then have to add a little Protein powder to get to the 15 g. Sent from my XT1585 using the BariatricPal App

My NUT likes optisource. It's a chewable that you take 4 times/day. Everything you need is in there. I'm using that until I get sick of using chewables and cleared to start regular pills. Sent from my SM-G900P using the BariatricPal App

It is more of a volume issue than weight. For example, if you weigh out your food and get 4 oz, you may have 4 oz by weight but not by volume. If you measure by volume, you may have 4 oz by volume, but it may weigh more.
Here is what I did. I would put my food into the blender with enough liquid to purée it. Then, I would measure it out by volume, because that is what your stomach holds. Your stomach does not care so much about weight.
Start out slow and learn what volume you can tolerate, and don't worry about the weight.

I am only 11 days post but getting close to 80 grams a day buy adding genpro to my coffee and a little bit to wherever I need it... Homemade applesauce w/cinnamon, pureed veggies, yogurt etc. Oh, and the oatmeal is great I add 1/2 tbsp gen pro and a little bit of PB2 and splash of milk...It's also made with milk..More protein!! I like that it's not sweet...Just my personal taste .. Could you add splendid to it?
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I try and stay away from processed food as much as possible, and Protein bars are heavily processed. That being said, I do use them on occasion when I'm in a pinch because they are still a whole lot better than a lot of other options!
I have struggled finding one that taste decent and don't upset my stomach (a lot of them just make me feel crappy!).
For me, the best ones I've found so far are the NuGo Slim bars. They have no artificial sweeteners (no sugar alcohols) and only 3g of sugar. The 3g of sugar is due to the fact that they are covered in real dark chocolate.
They are not terribly sweet, but taste ok, and don't upset my stomach. You can generally find them at Whole Foods, or online of course:
If you're interested:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0098IYDQW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yes I was in a lot of pain, still am at 6 days out... Getting a bit better. Hang in there
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We are on the same timeline! 6 days post op. I have managed to get all my Water and Protein in. Can you try Soups? That's what I do..4 oz Soup (strained of course) add 10grams unflavoured, I use powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury now but just purchased gen pro. It's edible, much better than Protein shakes IMO. I also take 4 oz flavored kefer and add 5 grams Protein Powder stir well..this might be my favorite so far as the Protein is almost undetectable. I have a Decaf coffee in am with another 10 g plus a little dry milk. I ask my nut about the sugar from kefer and she said I'm only taking 4oz it's no problem, and so far I have been fine. Keep in touch! Hope this helps you a bit, I had Bypass too fyi.
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If you add low fat ranch or your favorite low fat dressing pretty tasty
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