missmarthak31

Not fearing that at all at this point. Can't say I never will, but I believe as long as I continue to eat healthy and stay active, my body will find where it wants to be weight-wise. Since our bodies have a brilliant way of trying to guarantee our survival, I don't think my body will continue to lose weight until I disappear. If anyone fears that, I recommend you never read the Stephen King book, "Thinner."
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Thanks everyone. Wow. It been an eventful few days.
The hospital experience was frustrating and only added to my anxiety about this whole situation.
My doctor was 1 1/2 hours late. So I had to lie/sit there in a gown hooked up to IVs and monitors for longer than I should have.
Finally it was over and I was back home. Taking sips of Water and even a few bites of a popsicle. Then my stomach started hurting. I took a short nap but that didn't t seem to help. So the inevitable happened: I threw up.
The night was long. I kept waking up every 2 hours or so to take in some Water and just walk around for a while.
Today has been better. I had some African Red Tea (yum) then later some chicken broth. So far so good. No more nausea or throwing up. Maybe tomorrow I can mange a Protein shake. Wish me luck!
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Hi, got my assessment today too with surgeon via NHS and he's cleared me for sleeve as long as I get endoscope done on 2ND Feb.
Fridge Pickers Wear Bigger Knickers ????

Woo hoo!!! keep at it ☺
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You do you! I know a lot of people who are announcing it on their Facebook and such and that is fine and dandy for them. I am not ashamed of my decision or anything like that, I just feel that it is no ones business but my own. I personally think that whether you tell 1 person or 100 people. The only person you need to worry about is yourself.Our society, and very much so, our age group is all about telling the whole world our business and I find that a bigger hassle because these people who you might be "friends" with will chose that time to tell you how they feel about you life choices when they cannot be bothered to talk to you at any other time.

Thanks everyone. Wow. It been an eventful few days.
The hospital experience was frustrating and only added to my anxiety about this whole situation.
My doctor was 1 1/2 hours late. So I had to lie/sit there in a gown hooked up to IVs and monitors for longer than I should have.
Finally it was over and I was back home. Taking sips of Water and even a few bites of a popsicle. Then my stomach started hurting. I took a short nap but that didn't t seem to help. So the inevitable happened: I threw up.
The night was long. I kept waking up every 2 hours or so to take in some Water and just walk around for a while.
Today has been better. I had some African Red Tea (yum) then later some chicken broth. So far so good. No more nausea or throwing up. Maybe tomorrow I can mange a Protein shake. Wish me luck!
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So today is day one of my pre-op full liquid diet. Thank god for Protein shakes. Surgery date is Thursday!!
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This is a list I keep with me to keep motivated.
1. Enjoy shopping for clothes again
2. Get back outdoors and hike. I love it. A few years ago I hiked over 100 miles in 11 months! Now I can barely walk around the block. I am not going to live like that anymore!
3. Sit in a bathtub and not block the Water on both sides
4. Not feel self-conscious in public
5. Not watching my legs jiggle when i walk
6. No sweat spots/rashes under my boobs! #fatgirlproblems
7. Getting to ride a zip line (I've been over the "weight limit" for a while)
8. Sitting in a chair without my butt/gut hanging over the sides
9. Being able to play with my nieces and nephews
10. Being able to look myself in the mirror and truly love what I see. I'm not asking to be perfect. I'm not even asking to be really skinny. I just want to be healthy and happy and finally see myself as the beautiful person I know I am inside.

Since you're interested in measuring, this article from SparkPeople may be useful. I just noticed it while I was at the site doing my thing(s) (SP is where I track food). At a very quick glance, I got the impression that the measurements article points people to making their records useful in terms of health.
http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness_articles.asp?id=1281

Day 3 of the full liquid diet. And I'm still alive. The Cream of Wheat with Water is really what has kept me together.

This is a list I keep with me to keep motivated.
1. Enjoy shopping for clothes again
2. Get back outdoors and hike. I love it. A few years ago I hiked over 100 miles in 11 months! Now I can barely walk around the block. I am not going to live like that anymore!
3. Sit in a bathtub and not block the Water on both sides
4. Not feel self-conscious in public
5. Not watching my legs jiggle when i walk
6. No sweat spots/rashes under my boobs! #fatgirlproblems
7. Getting to ride a zip line (I've been over the "weight limit" for a while)
8. Sitting in a chair without my butt/gut hanging over the sides
9. Being able to play with my nieces and nephews
10. Being able to look myself in the mirror and truly love what I see. I'm not asking to be perfect. I'm not even asking to be really skinny. I just want to be healthy and happy and finally see myself as the beautiful person I know I am inside.

My doc gave me a sample of the Premier chocolate. That stuff is really good. I think i can do that, along with my genpro ☺
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Hi everyone! Just a few thoughts now and I will write more later ...
My favorite Protein (by far) is chocolate Organic Fuel. It's not a full Meal Replacement but if it's only a few days and you're taking Vitamins, it should be sufficient. It's not super thick (I can't stand the weird texture of some Protein drinks) - it's more like the consistency of milk. It's also not sickeningly sweet and it does not have an overwhelming Vitamin flavor. It just has a subtle chocolate flavor. And at only 260 calories for 26 grams of protein, you can't beat it. I love it so much that months after having the balloon removed, I still have it almost every day for Breakfast.
If you want more of a full Meal Replacement, Orgain is another good option. Similar texture, just a little more flavor and no aftertaste (unless you get their high protein version - blech!). In that one I actually prefer strawberry or vanilla. Orgain has more Vitamins and minerals than Organic Fuel, but not as much protein, so it's a give and take. But both are organic/natural, which I like.
FWIW I only had to fast for 3 days before insertion - 2 days of full fluids and 1 of clear. I actually fasted a little longer before the removal (it can be more of an issue at that time since food can get stuck on/around the balloon). But I would do whatever your doctor advises.
Other fasting options - (bone) broth, Jello, popsicles, Bariatric Choice liquid (smells like medicine but tastes like Kool-Aid - not bad!), powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury (various drinks and Soups, including an unflavored option, but I have not tried them) and Isopure (a clear protein that I got for post-op, but I couldn't stomach it ... not sure if that's because it was too thick/sweet or if it was because I was queasy ... but some people swear by it). Ensure even has a clear Protein Drink (I have not tried that one, either, but Ensure is pretty popular). I even just drank the broth from my favorite canned Soup - Progresso Chickarina ... it was very soothing. :-)
BTW, if you're fasting, you might want to consider going crazy and getting the regular popsicles and Jello (not the lo-cal versions). They are only like 15-40 calories to begin with ... you'll be at such a tremendous calorie deficit that your body will thank you for the extra "nutrition". Also, ask your doctor if you're allowed to chew while fasting. If not, you may just need to let these options dissolve in your mouth. (Sounds crazy, I know, but chewing activates saliva and digestive juices, which they may not like ... that's why you're not allowed to chew gum the day of the procedure.)
I hope that helps. Best wishes to you all!! :-)

Hello everyone,
I'm new here and getting ready for an Orbera procedure on January 12. I'm nervous, excited and a bunch of other emotions about this whole thing.
I'm also trying to find a good Protein source (the idea of pureeing meat is just gross to me). What Protein shakes or powders have you found to be best? What should I be stocking my kitchen/fridge with? I got a Nutrabullet for an early Christmas present to help me make smoothies to drink/eat. Anyone else have one of these? Just trying to get everything in order before the big day.
Also, one of the things I have been thinking about is what my relationship with food will be during and after this is all over. My family has always been very food-oriented. Not obsessed just we enjoy food. I'm worried that after this, I will no longer love eating. Like it will just become a mundane function that I will get no joy out of. Did any of you have those feelings? How did you deal with them?

Hello everyone,
I'm new here and getting ready for an Orbera procedure on January 12. I'm nervous, excited and a bunch of other emotions about this whole thing.
I'm also trying to find a good Protein source (the idea of pureeing meat is just gross to me). What Protein shakes or powders have you found to be best? What should I be stocking my kitchen/fridge with? I got a Nutrabullet for an early Christmas present to help me make smoothies to drink/eat. Anyone else have one of these? Just trying to get everything in order before the big day.
Also, one of the things I have been thinking about is what my relationship with food will be during and after this is all over. My family has always been very food-oriented. Not obsessed just we enjoy food. I'm worried that after this, I will no longer love eating. Like it will just become a mundane function that I will get no joy out of. Did any of you have those feelings? How did you deal with them?