JenH76

Thanks for the kind words, all!!
As as far as diet advice, during rapid weight loss I followed my surgeons plan to a T. I just kept losing and losing. I got to 10 lbs below goal (my goal weight was 163 lbs) and started adding back in some complex carbs to stop the weight loss. I've been in the 150-153 lbs range ever since.
FWIW, I still can't eat 4 oz in one sitting. I usually max out at around 6 bites of anything. I still eat high Protein, moderate fat, low carb - usually 50 or less carbs per day - and I count total carbs, not net carbs. During rapid weight loss I stuck to less than 15 per day.
I eat around 1,000 calories a day, sometimes a few extra if it's a long run or heavy workout day. I eat mostly protein and veggies, with an occasional serving of quinoa or a slice of sprouted whole grain toast with PB2 in the morning.
I cook every morning, pack lunches for myself and my husband, and also cook dinner every night. I've learned how to use herbs and spices to flavor my food and I really do enjoy cooking delicious and unique meals - we don't do boring, lol.
Oh, and I still only drink Water, one 6 oz cup of coffee every morning, and dry red or white wine.
All of this is my day to day norm, obviously - but if we have a date night, I'll eat a few bites of my husband's Pasta, or we'll share some cheesecake moderation is the spice of life!

Gorgeous!! Wow what a transformation!!

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Will the fatigue go away? I'm exhausted! I could sleep 12 hours straight but no one will let me. I feel lazy. Please tell me this will pass!!

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Thank you. I've lost another 10lbs. It's coming off slower but it's happening. Still getting used to my new life. Wishing you well🤗

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Thank you. I've lost another 10lbs. It's coming off slower but it's happening. Still getting used to my new life. Wishing you well🤗

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So any of my April Sleevers experience the week 3 stall?

Thank You! I'm drinking 64oz a day. My Protein is between 85-95 a day. I just have this fear that I won't lose anymore. I'm glad it's a normal occurrence. I'll just keep doing what I'm doing. It has to come off eventually! I also have a sugar free fudgesicle each night. My calories are never over 600. Do you think the sugar free treats caused the stall??

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Sleeved on 4/19/17. I lost 17lbs after only 10 days. Once I was up and active I've only lost 1 more pound in a week! I hope I start losing again. Very frustrated.

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Sleeved on 4/19. Looking forward to just feeling better. And of course looking sexy!!

Yup, got sleeved 4/19. Just had beef broth. Oooh and sugar free popsicle for dessert while my family enjoys sundaes from Friendlys...

I'm 3 days post op. I have 3 little kids to care for. Hubby is back at work. Thankfully my cousin is here helping. She even brought her sweet little baby. I'd be lost without her. The pain and lack of energy sucks! I can't wait for healing and advancing my diet. Can't wait to be at my new normal.

OMG! LOL You said it!!!!!! I have so many photos of me from above...at least i know what my face will look like without my double chin.. I think Ive had it since 5th grade!!!
My surgery is Saturday, April 8th.
The first photos..are my angle photos.
The second ones are my bad photos... cant wait to be the real deal.
keep in touch i followed u.

Sitting in preop triage right now. Hooked up to all the goodies, just hanging out waiting. IV in, heparin given (ouch that burned) and now I wait.

I've been actually looking for a nutritionist / dietician that specializes in post VSG. Since our eating is different. I spoke with one at my job and they were basically saying I should eat the "pyramid" and not be so restrictive. I just feel like they didn't quite get it. They were saying since I workout I also should be eating 60-80 grams of carbs per day [emoji15] NOT GONNA HAPPEN. But I'm gonna keep searching I know there's one around that can lead me in the right direction. Because feeling like my sleeve is broke just breaks my heart. Thanks for posting ur response; I needed to hear that.

You should get in touch with your nutritionist. Maybe they can help you through this in a healthy way. You've done so much hard work. It's time to stop this gain and it's ok to ask for help

April 19th.

East Taunton, MA

My surgeon only requires a liquid diet 24 hours before surgery day so that the stomach is clear is solid food. I'm going to do 48 hours to be sure I'm good and clear!

I researched a head of time. I know the requirements. Double checked with insurance and with surgeon. Finally completed the 6 month weigh ins as a monitored weight loss program with the primary care. Completed numerous tests and had a tentative surgery date scheduled then I got the call from my surgeons office saying they received a denial. Luckily the team is on top of things and called the insurance to ask why. They were told it was not deemed medically necessary. Even though they provided a letter stating it was. So I called my insurance and was told I was denied because I had no proof of excersize. I submitted the forms signed monthly by my dr with notes that included weights and calorie diet etc.... so I told my dr office that all I had was a fitness diary I kept, my dr advised me to do this in se months ago. So I'm wondering if anyone else has fad to go through anything like this and have they had better luck with the second submission? I'll be dropping off my journal at my surgeons office. They said they would fax copies and add another letter expressing how it is medically necessary. Fingers crossed...

Very exciting!! Start 2 week pre-op diet this week - stressed about that! But can't wait to get my life back on track. Best of luck [emoji4]

Me too! Just had my EGD yesterday, time is flying by!

We have the same surgery date!!!

I'm set for sleeve surgery April 19th!!!

Omg so frustrating!