CharlyScott

My surgery is on June 6

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Amid concerns for artificial sweeteners, more products are coming into the bariatric world that contain either stevia or Monk Fruit, which are naturally derived sweeteners. Stevia is actually a shrub. Monk fruit is an Asian melon and may be listed as luo han guo on the ingredient list.


Several powder and liquid forms of Water flavors now use stevia. These are easily available in grocery stores. Stevia can be plain stevia or listed as Truvia, which is a combination of stevia and erythritol. Erythritol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol and will have a few calories. For powder forms of water flavors, look for the Crystal Light Pure and the Great Value version from Walmart. Crystal Light Pure does have four grams sugar per half-packet, so some patients may not be able to tolerate this product. In the liquid drop form, brands to look for include MIO with stevia, Great Value version, Skinny Girl, Sweet Leaf and Stur.
Add enough of these products to taste right for you. Too much can get super sweet in a hurry. For Protein powders, look for Jay Robb and Syntrax Nectar Naturals. Even yogurts are joining in the natural sweeteners trend. Look for the Greek style yogurts Chiobani Simply 100 (has stevia and monk fruit) and Oikos Triple Zero (has stevia, look for black label). Experiment with different stevia or monk fruit sweetened products to see what you like.

Spring has sprung, and summer is around the corner. Have you started planning a vacation? Don’t forget to pack your protein! Having the right equipment and easy to bring Protein sources will help you with your protein.


For equipment, think about bringing a shaker cup or small blender to mix Protein Shakes, carry Protein Powder with you (try single serve packets or put a single serving of protein powder in a small container or small zip bag.), carry a stash of utensils (plastic forks, spoons and knives), and bring clean up helpers (paper towels, napkins or wet wipes). If you are going to a hotel that has a microwave, bring microwave-proof dishes or paper plates to heat a frozen meal or leftovers. A small coffee maker can make a Decaf cup of coffee you can add vanilla protein to make a latte or chocolate to make mocha type drink. Drink it hot or cool it down and put ice in it. If make a hot drink, keep the temperature under 140 degrees.
If traveling in a car, bring a cooler packed with Protein Drinks, cheese sticks, cottage cheese, hard boiled eggs, light yogurt or protein Snacks like the P3 Protein Packs. You can either buy the individual servings of yogurt or cottage cheese or get a larger container of these foods and divide into small, plastic containers. Be prepared to stop by a grocery store to purchase single servings of yogurt or cottage cheese. There are veggie-fruit-protein snack packs now in many of the produce section of grocery stores. Some convenience stores carry protein shakes and Protein Bars. These are usually found on shelves towards the back of the store. Other protein snacks include protein chips (Quest, Kay’s Naturals) and protein bars. Look for protein bars that have more protein than carbohydrates such as brands like Premier Protein, Pure Protein, Six Star Nutrition, Quest and Nature Valley Protein Bars. Pouches of tuna or salmon, or the tuna and chicken salad kits to make an easy meal. Softer texture Jerky and nuts are other protein options. Pack your bags and pack your protein to have a great trip!

I'm originally from Morris Illinois but now live in Kentucky.

Chicago / milwaukee

Chicago...da Bears!

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NSW, Australia

Henderson, Nevada and welcoming anyone on my same journey to be in touch with!

You will hear from me soon, I'll be discharged tomorrow and will let you know [emoji1317]
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Thank you for such kind words, too

WAY TO GO!!! Isn't that the best fun buying clothes now. 62 and one year out lost 100 lbs and feeling great. Passed my goal and still losing. Jogging 4 miles a day. Best thing I did for myself was the sleeve!!!!

Just 5th is my surgery date. Start the liquid diet memorial day 29th. I've seen some say they have two week and three week liquid diet. Only 1 week for me.

My surgical coordinator made a mistake and called yesterday. My surgery will be on 06/12 and not 06/02. I'm still happy because it's only one week further than my original date and I am still having it done. Can't wait for the new ME!

My sleeve 6-5-17

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Omg that is my sleeve date 6/5/17

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I'm June 1st!!!

I'm so proud of YOU! I'm ecited for this next chapter for all of us. Thank you for sharing ur story.

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have also lost three loved ones to cancer so I understand what you are going through. I am looking forward to hearing from you.

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Isopure has some good flavors. Mango Peach is yummy. I have to tell you that these drinks are only good served ice cold.

I had surgery at Des Peres, but with a different Dr. They will take great care of you in the hospital. A lot of the nurses on the floor are sleevers too!

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Thank you!!! I'm very excited [emoji4]

I will be having my surgery June 5. I have two weeks left. Where are you having yours at?

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Thank you so much for posting this.
We are the same height. If I could hit 200 and stay there for years, I would be happy with it.
Thanks for giving me hope it can happen, and also posting your honest experience of how eating is going for you. It is good to know 10 years later, you still have restriction, even not being "perfect".

Got my date a couple of days ago June 26th. Can't wait it's been a long 4 years coming but finally here

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yay! you should join the Facebook group for June! We are you from?

We are on the same day .. excited