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I am 2.5 weeks and only did full liquids week one and puréed week two which also included some foods like eggs and tuna. I am in my third week and can eat just about anything high Protein including chicken, turkey, sashimi, steamed veggies, etc. Had my post op appointment today and doctor reiterated he wants my calories higher like 600-800 per day and mostly regular food and can supplement with a shake if needed to hit Protein goal. He prefers an approach getting his patients on real food quickly. So far so good as I have not gotten sick once just felt really full once or twice. My portions are still tiny. Oh and he said cheese is great which surprised me.
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First 3 days are toughest. I went home after 24 hours but tread lightly. In order to get all fluids and Protein in, I set an alarm every 30 minutes. From 8am until 10pm sipping your fluids and Protein becomes a full time job:) wishing you a quick recovery and keep walking as it helps a lot. Merry Christmas
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To be honest, I feel that the US should allow the sleeve surgery at lower weights than 40 BMI. I struggled with weight gain for so long until I was over 40 BMI and finally qualified plus another 6 months of pre-op weight program. My doctor feels the surgery is the best treatment for obesity and it is sad that the BMI has to be so high as I now have several friends stating they wish they could have surgery and yet they are a few points lower in BMI. Hopefully in this case the doctor will make the best decision for the patient, however I do think that 40 BMI is too high as the threshold.
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Protein shakes and liquids all count towards your liquid goal. I was told 50% of the 64 ounces should be Water based Clear Liquids such as broth, Jello, Decaf tea, Water and the other 50% would be Protein liquids like the shakes and Isopure. So the total fluids are 64 ounces including all fluids. Pushing hard for 60 grams of protein but not quite there yet.
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Good luck with your surgery! I am sure you will do great!
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I had mine on Monday as well and feel slight cramping as anything goes down. Been taking all the meds so helping but hoping this will pass after healing.
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They also did the hernia repair on mine as well.
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Wow you look great!
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