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AmandaWho
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Everything posted by AmandaWho
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Get the sodium free broth packets. They are a life saver. They breakup the protein shakes with flavor but don't make you gain/retain weight/water because here isn't any salt. They come in chicken and beef and they're in the soup isle. They're less than $2 per box but you do need 2 packets because of the lack of salt.
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If the* beverages are luke* warm. Sorry for the typos!
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Unfortunately you do have to tough it out. I have he shoulder pain too and it's driving me nuts!
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Anyone not on liquids post op? I was on a 2 week pre-op liquid diet and day one at home I'm off liquids and in soft mushy foods from the food processor like fish, tuna, chicken and eggs. I see a lot of people on liquids or shakes for a week or so after and was just wondering if anyone was on the same diet as me and how successful you were. Thanks!
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I find it hurts less if he beverages are like warm. Even a little cool bothers me. We can be journey buds if you'd like! I was done Wednesday at 2pm! They were so backed up I didn't get to a room til 9pm!
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So far I've been getting 40oz water in, I know it's not the total I need but I'm doing the best I can. Also I've been doing 3-4 10 minute walks around me neighborhood so I'm getting the walking in. Protein however, still a struggle.
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I'm so happy for all of you and all of your success and I hope I can find the same success too!
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I've been focusing on water before protein. My stomach can only handle so much but like you've all said, water first. And walking too! Thank you all again. You've been such a huge support throughout my journey!
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One day post op and they keep bringing me drinks and food in the hospital but I have zero appetite! What do I do?
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Thank you all so much for sharing your stories! I'm even more motivated for tomorrow now!
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My surgery is tomorrow and I just want to hear some success stories from your first month or 2 after surgery. I keep reading about people freaking out because the weight isn't falling off, so I want to hear stories from people who were content and happy with what and how they lost weight right after surgery. Thanks!
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Mine is TOMORROW! Ahhhj
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I didn't get nervous til today because surgery is tomorrow but I also know that whatever will happen will happen regardless of the amount of time I waste worrying so, I let it go. My doctor is awesome, as I'm sure yours is too, so relax and get ready for a healthier you!
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Thank you!
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But with all of your wisdom and kind words, I did! My surgery is tomorrow morning! I find out after 4pm the exact time but who cares! I made it! And I lost 15 lbs which I feel good about since I started at 215. Thank you all again so much for your encouragement! I hope I can encourage those of you who still have some time to go! Thanks again!
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My fiancé had the same conversation about salty flavored shake haha. And yes! Tomorrow's the day! It's finally (almost) here!!
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Good luck to you too! And I miss carbs terribly [emoji30]
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Thank you! And 5/31!
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Thank you everyone for your kind words. 5 days left!
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I do chew gum occasionally but I just got braces so my teeth are perfect for my October wedding haha.
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I asked and they said no [emoji30]
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Yeah I'm limited to shakes, clear broth, sugar free jello and Greek yogurt.
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Thank you ladies, I appreciate it so much!
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Thank you ladies, I appreciate it so much!
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I'm trying. I found no sodium broths and they are my life. I'm so sick of the shakes because it's just sweets and normally I don't have a sweet tooth to begin with- I crave salt. The no sodium broths are taking the edge off at least!