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I am 4 yrs post VSG. I have regained a good amount of weight- I got back into drinking soda and I really believe it is a major culprit. Unfortunately i'm really struggling in that area, and I work a night shift job which goes against every grain of my being ( I DON'T sleep days, I have a terrible time staying awake at work, but only have about 15 months left because i'll be moving into a different career path after my post-graduate education is done).
Anyway, my hubs and I both have about 40 lbs to lose. I tried doing a 'bariatric' type diet, with lean Proteins and veg. didn't work too well, I was starved and only lasted 3 days. I tried going back to shakes- I have developed lactose intolerance and vomited from the smell/taste of whey even when I used almond milks. I tried doing a 'low carb' type approach which worked decently (only lasted about a week before I had to go back to work and that blasted soda grabbed hold again). I tried just stopping the soda but it didn't make a huge dent in my weight loss either (I drink mostly diet).
My hubs would like to try Keto. I am very nervous about it. I definitely buy into the major science behind it, but i'm scared with all the fats that i'll be in misery. I am very leery of dumping syndrome and think that the high levels of fat might have me bent over in pain. I don't have a gall bladder so dumping is a definite concern. while most people dump from sugar, my body is actually pretty tolerant to sugar, and I get dumping from fat and dairy (milk and ice cream only).
Has anybody had any success with keto, specifically for regain? thanks

I just spoke to my NUT on friday about this very thing. I am at 7 weeks out and down 30 lbs. She told me I should still be getting my Water and Protein in and eating 800-1000 calories and no more than 100g of carbs. Carbs should be coming mainly from fruits and vegetables. Less than this will create stalls because the body will think it is being starved. As you progress the calorie intake should gradually increase. My energy was almost nil untilI started increasing my calories.

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How does anyone stretch 2 oz. of food to 20 minutes. I can't even get close to that. And not drinking for 30 min. after you eat, I need something to wash it down.
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How does anyone stretch 2 oz. of food to 20 minutes. I can't even get close to that. And not drinking for 30 min. after you eat, I need something to wash it down.
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How does anyone stretch 2 oz. of food to 20 minutes. I can't even get close to that. And not drinking for 30 min. after you eat, I need something to wash it down.
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My wife and I went out for Mexican food today. I'm seven weeks post op. We skipped the chips and salsa (fortunately she's eating Keto as well) she got Mexican style chicken and steamed veggies and I got grilled chicken that came with a side of rice and Beans. It was a lunch portion so I easily ate the chicken and a couple bites of refried beans. I pushed the rice around. We sat and talked and it was not awkward at all. Once you can eat real food it gets easier.

I love spaghetti squash and its easy to make.

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I took underwear and pj's, my toothbrush and toothpaste and some deoderant. I didn't need any of it stayed in my gown and stayed commando was easier. I did brush my teeth with the hospital stuff.

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I was sleeved on the 14th as well, the hives showed up 1 week later.

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I love spaghetti squash and its easy to make.

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I love spaghetti squash and its easy to make.

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5 days post op here as well. So confused, when do I eat, when do I drink. I am on full liquids so what exactly is eating anyway. 2 full weeks of full liquids I never thought it would be so hard and I am only on day 2 of full liquids.

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5 days post op here as well. So confused, when do I eat, when do I drink. I am on full liquids so what exactly is eating anyway. 2 full weeks of full liquids I never thought it would be so hard and I am only on day 2 of full liquids.

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5 days post op here as well. So confused, when do I eat, when do I drink. I am on full liquids so what exactly is eating anyway. 2 full weeks of full liquids I never thought it would be so hard and I am only on day 2 of full liquids.

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Well tomorrow is my surgery day. Excited and nervous at the same time. How is everyone doing that has already had their surgery this month. Did any of you have to take a blood thinner after for 2 weeks.

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Well tomorrow is my surgery day. Excited and nervous at the same time. How is everyone doing that has already had their surgery this month. Did any of you have to take a blood thinner after for 2 weeks.

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My insurance wouldn't cover the original scrip so I will be doing injections as well. Don't think I can do them on myself so my hubby will have the honor. Will be going to bed early tonight and hopefully be able to sleep, check in is at 10am and its an hour drive to the hospital. So happy that its finally happening. Good luck to all who are next in line!

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Thanks. My wife has told me that I won't get much rest in the hospital as I will be walking most of the time. It's pretty exciting to conclude the 7 month journey to get to this point. Excited to start the next adventure.

Well tomorrow is my surgery day. Excited and nervous at the same time. How is everyone doing that has already had their surgery this month. Did any of you have to take a blood thinner after for 2 weeks.

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I'm 58 and my surgery is monday. I worry about saggy skin but I know a healthier me will be worth it. I can't wait to take control of my body once and for all.

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I'm 58 and my surgery is monday. I worry about saggy skin but I know a healthier me will be worth it. I can't wait to take control of my body once and for all.

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I'm 58 and my surgery is monday. I worry about saggy skin but I know a healthier me will be worth it. I can't wait to take control of my body once and for all.

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Yes I worry about effect of age on recovery and my whole system .. I am 67 and queen of complications ... all the best to you

I'm 58 and my surgery is monday. I worry about saggy skin but I know a healthier me will be worth it. I can't wait to take control of my body once and for all.

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My surgery is the 14th as well. I have been on the pre op diet since Aug. 1, I really started it earlier with just 2 shakes during the day and then dinner. Since the first I have been stricter with the dinner being lean meat and veggies. I had lost 12 pounds. I had pizza on friday as a reward but stuck to just shakes through the day and still lost 2 pounds as of this morning. That makes 14 total and still have 6 more days. I am also a self saboteur but I know I can do this because I am tired of being fat and relying on drugs to keep my BP on check. I have had 2 rectal polyps removed, have plantar fasciitis, sciatic in my back, am borderline diabetic, and have no energy to do anything. Enough is enough, will I screw up and make mistakes, you betcha but I will pick my self back up and start again. Am I scared, you betcha but I will be okay. I have 2 surgeries up my ass and came out ok, have had 2 kids all natural and survived. WE GOT THIS YOU GUYS!

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