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I found a low carb, sugar free BBQ Sauce (dg Hughes) and put it in a crockpot all day with chicken breast. By the end of the day it was soooo soft. Put in the processor to purée. Was delicious, high Protein, low carb and filling.

In addition to tracking your calories, you may want to also track your macro nutrients. Rather than focusing on a number, look at the %of Protein, fats and carbs to the calories intake.. I am set to 60% protein, 30% fat, 10% carbs. You definitely need to be doing cardio too. Walk, treadmill...shoot for 5,000-10,000 steps per day. Burn more calories than consuming, but make sure to get your target calories in

Donna, there will be those that can't understand what we go through, like we never thought of their brilliant insight. It's ok to let them think or say what they want...however, you are doing this for you and not them. Also, it is a tool for long term success and not an overnight miracle cure.

We still need to excercize, we still need to make better food/nutritional choices, surgery just helps us eat less. I think as you move along in this journey, and they see the commitment you are putting forth in this lifestyle change, they will have a greater understanding.

Keep strong, you've got this!

I've been taking the Centrum chewables. No issues

Congratulations! Looking forward to hearing your progress!

Did the doc know you were sleeved? I think if they did and wrote it, they would know. You can always ask your surgeon as well.

Congratulations iKarma! I'm on the 9th! Keep us posted on your progress! I'm not sure either how to set up a buddy/friend link on the app, but hope to keep in touch on each other's progress.
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Th, can you share how to set up a buddy list?
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Chrissy, the Soup you mentioned have carrots and potatoes, these root veggies are very starchy and carb laden, the evaporated mill may also be high in fat. You may want to check with your nutritionist to get your target nutrients then just be sure to be aware of these when buying your foods or preparing.

I also recommend using an app like myfitnesspal to track all of your meals and nutrients.

Ooops[emoji1], thanks for the note I sent it again

Any Fitbit users out there looking to join challenges? Friend me in Fitbit at vban@charter.net, or send me yours and I'll send invite.

Milk of magnesia, Miralax or dulcolax. Depending on how long it's been. I went about 5 days without bm, M.O.M. And Miralax did nothing, dulcolax got me moving then tale Miralax every other day since with a cup of tea each morning. No issues since. Good luck, I know it's rough but you'll get through it.

Congratulation on your decision Vivian, what a great reason too to take the steps to a healthy lifestyle (your kid (s))!

Depending on your insurance, it could be anywhere from 3-6months of pre work. There is the nutritionist, psych, possibly exercise coach. There will also be some testing (swallow, lungs and regular blood work.).

Use the time to really prepare for the lifestyle change. Begin to start changing your habits now to better support you once surgery has passed. Start with these small changes in everything (being more active, starting to find healthy food choices, getting in more Protein every day...) but DON'T TRY TO DO IT ALL AT ONCE. You may get frustrated and discouraged. Take things slow, get used to the changes and it will be a much easier change.

I had about 8 months from the initial decision to my surgery and was given similar advise. Probably the best I had and glad I did it. The time will fly by, before you know it, we'll be welcoming you to the losers bench! Good luck on your journey, looking forward to hearing about your progress!

Donna, there will be those that can't understand what we go through, like we never thought of their brilliant insight. It's ok to let them think or say what they want...however, you are doing this for you and not them. Also, it is a tool for long term success and not an overnight miracle cure.

We still need to excercize, we still need to make better food/nutritional choices, surgery just helps us eat less. I think as you move along in this journey, and they see the commitment you are putting forth in this lifestyle change, they will have a greater understanding.

Keep strong, you've got this!

I am not allowed any starchy vegetables (or any vegetables) for the first 6 weeks, then only 40-60 grams per day for the first 6 months. No rice or Pasta either for now.

Keep in mind, Soup and other foods are going to have carbs too, you really can't avoid them altogether, so you may want to use an app like myfitnesspal to track your nutrition and calories. Check with your nutritionist to see how many carbs, sugars, Fiber etc is right for you then monitor with the apps.

After a while, you will learn which foods and combinations will work for you.

Also, are you getting enough exercise (cardio only for now) in?

Good luck!

Congratulation on your decision Vivian, what a great reason too to take the steps to a healthy lifestyle (your kid (s))!

Depending on your insurance, it could be anywhere from 3-6months of pre work. There is the nutritionist, psych, possibly exercise coach. There will also be some testing (swallow, lungs and regular blood work.).

Use the time to really prepare for the lifestyle change. Begin to start changing your habits now to better support you once surgery has passed. Start with these small changes in everything (being more active, starting to find healthy food choices, getting in more Protein every day...) but DON'T TRY TO DO IT ALL AT ONCE. You may get frustrated and discouraged. Take things slow, get used to the changes and it will be a much easier change.

I had about 8 months from the initial decision to my surgery and was given similar advise. Probably the best I had and glad I did it. The time will fly by, before you know it, we'll be welcoming you to the losers bench! Good luck on your journey, looking forward to hearing about your progress!

Great, so here's how to do it.

Go to the goals tab, under nutrition goals, select calories and macronutrients goals.

Then input your target daily calories and %of carbs, Protein and fat.
I have mine set as follows: calories-800, carbs-20%, protein-50%, fat-30%.

Some important things to keep in mind:
1. The fats are all, both good and bad (butter is bad but almonds or salmon is good fats)

2. The app subtracts your calories burned from exercise, so it can be a bit confusing at first when monitoring the macros throughout the day. The best way to verify you are in the zone is, at the bottom of the page where you log your meals, select nutrition. This will show you your % of actual compared to your goal. Just keep within these targets and you will be fine.

I am in a group of other sleevers, if you want to add me to your friends list, my user name is sleevinpops. A lot of us also use Fitbit for activity tracker and step challenges, if you use Fitbit, you can friend me there as well, email is vban@charter.net.

All the best!

Hello Everyone...
I was recently given a sleeve surgery date of 2.13.17. I have not told very many people about my surgery simply because there has been so much disappointment surrounding my life and weight loss that I didn't want to publicly add another. (That's my honest truth, I would probably sugarcoat that for other people)
None the less... my final appointments are all scheduled for February 1st to see my surgeon again, to be a good lab rat and another mandatory informational session (I do enjoy those ). I am in the Savannah Georgia area and due to my lack of informing people about this, I don't have a major support system. A consistent buddy would be nice.
I worked really hard to lose weight ????‍♀️ before my surgery and I'm proud of what I did... But I always felt I could have done better with a buddy. (Sept 25, 2016 - I was 389, January 23, 2017 I was 355) I know the surgery will get all the credit after this... or even my liquid diet next week, but that 34 lb victory was mine alone!! ????I hear often that I don't look my weight... maybe where it's carried in my thighs and butt mostly but Lord knows I wouldn't make that number up! ????????‍♀️
It may not sound like it here but I'm sure I'm capable of being pretty supportive as well. When I'm not pouring my heart ❤️ out at 4am because I can't sleep I spend my days working as a Quality Analyst ????‍ for the best company evveerrr!!! I also have a masters in forensic psychology that I will be getting more usage out of post surgery ????.
I don't know how to add friends on here but please feel free to add me.... future friends.
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Karma, I think you should be proud of your progress already. I also wouldsay that the surgery does not deserve the credit, but you that deserves the credit. This is not an easy process. Remember the commitments that you have already made, the lifestyle change you have been preparing for and the personal commitment to positively change your life! The surgery is simply another tool, to help you achieve these goals! Be confident and Celebrate your success!
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Each is different, I had a 6 month supervised and initially hoped it were sooner, I am now great full as I have been able to get my mind and self really ready for this. Our life and old habits are gonna change, and the time allows for us to be really ready to make sure we will maintain.
Now only two weeks away, the first 6 months flew, but feels like forever on the next 2!
Good luck on your journey! Hope to read about your progress?
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Great, so here's how to do it.

Go to the goals tab, under nutrition goals, select calories and macronutrients goals.

Then input your target daily calories and %of carbs, Protein and fat.
I have mine set as follows: calories-800, carbs-20%, protein-50%, fat-30%.

Some important things to keep in mind:
1. The fats are all, both good and bad (butter is bad but almonds or salmon is good fats)

2. The app subtracts your calories burned from exercise, so it can be a bit confusing at first when monitoring the macros throughout the day. The best way to verify you are in the zone is, at the bottom of the page where you log your meals, select nutrition. This will show you your % of actual compared to your goal. Just keep within these targets and you will be fine.

I am in a group of other sleevers, if you want to add me to your friends list, my user name is sleevinpops. A lot of us also use Fitbit for activity tracker and step challenges, if you use Fitbit, you can friend me there as well, email is vban@charter.net.

All the best!

Hi fellow February sleevers! I'm 6weeks out and feeling great! I weighed in this morning at 200 even, down 33 pounds since surgery!

Eating is going ok, can keep foods down, but still need to focus on slowing down. Doing a ton of walking, about 10,000-15,000 steps per day, doing daily Fitbit challenges with other Bari patients I met here.

Looking forward to being cleared to resume regular exercising around the 28th.

You look amazing! Congratulations!

James, after such change to your body, it is not uncommon to feel like you do. Keep focused on the reasons you did this and the positive changes that are to come. 18 pounds is a great start, and while the weight loss will be great in the long run, think about all of the things you will be able to do that was difficult before.

What are some things that you have always wanted to do before but haven't been able to? Keep positive, your gonna do great!

By the way, walking has been the best thing for my gas. Keep moving!

Get rid of the chocolates! All of the work, changes and sacrifices you have made, yet you don't want to hurt his feelings! I think you need to asses your priorities. YOU SHOULD COME FIRST! Though he may not have all the "details" of your surgery, is he that ignorant not to hear your comments and requests before hand? And when asked to say it was stupid; No, he he was stupid!

Let him see you trashing them, it will show that you mean what you say. If he has a problem with it, that's his problem to deal with.

Get rid of the chocolates! All of the work, changes and sacrifices you have made, yet you don't want to hurt his feelings! I think you need to asses your priorities. YOU SHOULD COME FIRST! Though he may not have all the "details" of your surgery, is he that ignorant not to hear your comments and requests before hand? And when asked to say it was stupid; No, he he was stupid!

Let him see you trashing them, it will show that you mean what you say. If he has a problem with it, that's his problem to deal with.