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22 hours ago, Sleeveforme2017 said:

My husband did the same thing. Told some big mouth team Mom I couldn’t help her work that night because I was having weight loss surgery. Then he told his family and mine. After I said not to tell anyone. I was so pissed. That was 10 months ago and our relationship has gone down hill since then. He says I didn’t ask him if I could have this surgery and he didn’t want me losing weight. My though is he’s jealous.

Holy crap. "He says I didn't ask him if I could have this surgery." He actually thinks you need his permission to have surgery and improve your health? What freaking century is he living in??

Okay, disclaimer: I am not married. So maybe I don't get how it works. I don't think it would ever work that way, though.

It's been a while since I had my gallbladder out, but I don't remember any running to the bathroom issues. It was painful--horribly painful--and sometimes I'd force myself to throw up because then I'd feel a bit better. It would keep me awake most of the night. Gallbladder attacks tended to be tied to eating (overeating) fried, fatty, or greasy foods.

If you think this is your issue, consult your physician. Or, basically, since you have some issue/concern, consult your physician!

Good luck.

I'm eating a variety of foods now (almost two months out). Breakfast might be an egg with an ounce of cheese and some spinach--can't eat two eggs at a time. Yesterday had a tossed salad with bacon and chicken for lunch. snack of an ounce of cashews. dinner was lazy: two turkey sausage links in a piece of bread. Yes, I know I shouldn't be eating the bread . . .

I made Swedish meatballs the other day and had five of them (four ounces) for breakfast today. Am planning to have some cottage cheese with pineapple for lunch.

I've done a number of different things but have come back to the realization that I have to get my Protein in and I don't like to use shakes very often.

I am still not hungry at all and only eat because I know I need the protein and I feel a bit better if I eat regularly than if I ignore the need.

I'm a little unusual in that I wasn't nervous about the surgery at all--and it was still easier than expected. Virtually no pain at all afterwards. But the person who said the hard part isn't the surgery, it's what comes after that--so true! The first month or so after surgery was not fun at all for me--had no energy at all for a few weeks and got very sick of the Protein Shakes.

However, I'm a lot happier now that I'm eating real food again--very small amounts, of course. I'm fine with that.

I've also had several stalls and I think I'm just now coming out of a two-week stall. They kind of suck, but I knew it would end eventually. Overall loss is just over 50 pounds, so I'm pretty happy with that, despite having a long way to go.

Concentrate on what you are doing for your health and well-being. Virtually everyone on this site says the surgery was the best decision they ever made for themselves and they wish they had done it sooner. No regrets about the timing: just give yourself kudos for making this life-saving, life-affirming decision.

I don't enjoy the Protein Shakes at all and can only tolerate a few of them--Premier chocolate isn't too bad. But the answer for me has often been Protein Water, which is much much easier to handle, in my opinion. I've been drinking Atkins LIFT protein water, but haven't found it since I moved recently and am considering some of the other brands, which I can find online. The bonus of being able to count it as both water and protein doesn't hurt, either.

17 hours ago, trying4me said:

I am in the same boat. Stalled for 2 weeks now and frustrated. Sleeve on 8/31 down 27lbs. I think I am also seeing others big successes and being hard on myself, but wonder if they had bypass which lends to faster losses. I am trying to be patient and follow my plan. Stick to high Protein food choices. I need to be better at Vitamins.

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I've been stalled for at least two weeks now and I just keep telling myself it's not possible that I won't lose weight again--I KNOW what my calorie totals are and the loss has to start again eventually. But boy, doesn't it suck when you get on the scale day after day and nothing has changed?

13 minutes ago, KimmerAnn said:

ME TOO!!! 49 Lost and same size I’m tops. I did lose one pant size.

I’m sorry you’ve had a rough few weeks. I hope everything smooths out for you!!!!

Thank you!

On 10/20/2017 at 10:05 PM, Allie589 said:

I have lost 43 lbs since 8/7! I’m so excited bc I have never, EVER seen the scale move more than a few lbs of a fad diet. This was the best decision I have ever made! HOWEVER, I think the doctor’s scale is not telling the truth. I was a solid 18 when I started this process, maybe even slightly pushing out of the 18 but 43 lbs down and most my clothes still fit?!! A 16 is still a bit tight? What is happening?! My go-to jeans are finally loose enough to possibly go down a size but a lot of my stuff is fitting just fine. I don’t get it. I know I look better-face is thinner (thank god) and clothes definitely fit better, just assumed that 43 lbs down would mean a new size. Anyone else having this issue??


Sleeved 8/7 HW: 256 SW: 248
CW: 213 @ 10 weeks post op 5'7" GW: 150

Boy, do I hear you! I have lost 49 pounds total and am still wearing all the same clothes. Some of the pants seem a little looser, but I sure don't have anything falling off me yet. What the hell?

I've also hit a two-week stall that is driving me nuts. I keep track of my food on MyFitnessPal and I know I'm not eating that many calories--have only recently been going a bit over a thousand a day, but I sure should be losing some weight at this rate. It just doesn't move. Argh!!

Meanwhile, no, I'm not getting exercise--my knees are killing me and I just hope I can get to my doctor's appointment next month for the shots. I'm so sick of being in pain every time I stand up. It's so debilitating.

I have also moved and lost a niece this past few weeks, so it's been kind of a tough time overall. Hoping for a better future as always . . .

I love eggs: have had them scrambled, fried, and poached. No issues other than that I can only eat one at a meal, not two as I formerly did.

2 hours ago, Nancy MBGC said:

You're not

Now I'm curious--at just over a month post-op, what should my calorie count be? I can't eat more than I do at this point, and I haven't been given any calorie guidelines, I don't believe. But what I'm getting seems to be about normal for people at my stage. What should I be getting--and how?

I've had GERD and been on Protonix for years; my surgeon switched me to Pepsid twice a day, so that's what I take now. I wasn't aware that they might try to take me off it at some point.

There are many different experiences, but speaking personally, I've had no nausea to speak of and vomited very little once, after taking a large Vitamin on an empty stomach--something I've become more careful about now (that I'm eating actual food). This is a safe surgery generally and a safe lifestyle as long as you respect the rules and parameters. And losing weight is a gift that I've wanted for many years and finally received!

Good luck!

4 minutes ago, Doreen0716 said:

I try, i most track my Protein what is myfitnesspals

www.myfitnesspal.com is a website and app that allows you to keep track of what you eat and drink (as well as exercise and such if you like); it gives a breakdown for each food item of calories, fat, carbs, Protein, sodium, and sugar. There are daily totals for each category. You can, if you like, set up daily goals and it will tell you how much is left in each category to meet the goal. Very useful!

Are you tracking what you eat and drink? I use MyFitnessPal's website, mostly to make sure I get enough Protein. However, the daily numbers include calories. At this stage (I'm a month post-op), I can feel that I'm eating quite a lot and still have between 600 and 700 calories for the day. I've stalled a bit, but I KNOW at these calorie levels I'll be losing weight soon enough--in fact, the site tells me every day that I'm not eating enough calories!

I'm wondering why the nutritionist is making these recommendations--shouldn't your surgeon or primary care doctor be in charge of making recommendations about your meds? I'd definitely check with whoever prescribed the medication.

It could also be a combination of factors: not just the change in your appearance, but respect and admiration for your determination to do this hard thing and make a success of it. Or appreciation that you came though the surgery safely--he may have been nervous about that.

It's also possible to think you love someone as much as it's possible to love anyone and then find an even deeper level of love. Doesn't mean the earlier feeling was false.

Gas-X, definitely! liquid Tylenol for pain (no NSAIDS). Plenty of Protein Shakes, of course, but I have come to prefer Protein Water (there are several different brands)--it doesn't taste as unnaturally sweet as the shakes and it also counts as water. A scale to weigh food--I didn't think I'd need this and I use it almost every day. Weigh your dish, than add two to four ounces of food.

Sign up for MyFitnessPal or some other app to help you keep track. It measures many different things, but you'll be focused on protein and water. You'll want the same Clear Liquids you had for the day or two pre-surgery: water, Crystal Light, broth, sugar-free popsicles, herbal tea. You probably have lists for these things.

Some people have mentioned liking a waist wrap of some kind for support. I didn't have one and didn't need one, but your mileage may vary.

Some kind of fairly gentle laxative may be needed--or not.

Good luck!

47 minutes ago, niseys4 said:

Hello Everyone! Im only 7 wks post op & i tried liquid & powdered stevia, both tasted awful to me & would have a terrible after taste! Then I read about all natural Monk Fruit. It comes in powder form either in packet or in a bag like cane sugar! It has a wonderful sweet taste with no after taste. Only problem is that so far I can only find it in Sprouts farmers market!

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I don't know if you shop online, but Amazon (of course) has this, as do many other online sources--Wal-Mart, Thrive, etc. I personally love online shopping--can find nearly anything and have it delivered to your home, what could be easier?

Different programs have different requirements. Many are liquid only for one or two weeks. Mine called for a Protein Shake for Breakfast and another for lunch, then a lean dinner of Protein, salad, veggies, and one piece of fruit.

The pre-op diet can be difficult because you are likely to be hungry. Post-op is an entirely different experience--I didn't realize what it would be like to NOT be hungry (ever). I'm only eating to get my protein in now. It's very weird! But I'm losing and that makes me very, very happy.

Good luck!

I was told that alcohol would be two or three times more potent than it was pre-op, and as I couldn't really handle more than one drink then, I'm sure I better just steer clear of it entirely--no big loss for me.

I don't think there are any things we can't ever have, but judgment has to play a big part of this. I know I'm better off avoiding carbs such as bread, rice, potatoes, so I'm going to try to do that. Steak, on the other hand--steak is definitely in the plans down the road!

I was supposed to start solid foods today (at one month post-op) but I anticipated a bit and had some things earlier this week--I have had no problems at all with any food since the surgery (other than not liking some things--canned chicken, ugh). I've been eating fish, eggs, cheese . . . had a little hamburger but probably will wait a while before trying that again. I'm having a hard time getting all the Protein I need without relying on shakes, but I'm trying to do that.

I have diabetes (with multiple medications, including a lot of insulin), GERD, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, etc. I had the sleeve a month ago. I'm on half the insulin I was pre-op and have stopped one of the meds completely--blood glucose numbers are great. I controlled GERD pre-op by a medication and now I take a different med for it.

I buy regular Vitamins, as I did pre-surgically. I haven't had post-op blood work so I don't know for sure that everything is being absorbed appropriately, but I'm definitely with you--I don't have extra money and I doubt I'm going to suddenly become financially secure or well-off in the future.

I'm hoping that I do better than the 50 percent of excess weight lost, but even at that I'd lose more than a hundred pounds. That's got to help my health issues!

I agree that you should discuss this with your surgeon. He or she may direct you one way or another with reasons that make sense. Whichever surgery you choose, you will almost certainly be better off after it than you are now. It's not easy, but I don't regret doing this for a minute.

Good luck!

58 minutes ago, JohnnyCakes said:

what the f*ck does any of that mean?!?

Couple of typos: First line is "Doesn't help I've never done any in my life . . .", or so I'm guessing.

I'm 61 and today is the one-month anniversary of my surgery. Including pre-op losses, I've lost 43 pounds. My total for the first month post-op is 17 pounds, so not as fast as many others, but I'm fine with it--can't remember losing 43 pounds before in my life EVER. Very little pain from the surgery, no problem eating and drinking other than getting enough Water in. I'm never hungry and wouldn't eat at all, probably, if not for the ever-constant need to get the Protein counts up. Had no energy for the first three weeks; feeling more normal now if not perky.

I'm also on half the diabetes medication I was beforehand. My blood pressure is "perfect" according to my doctor; if it gets any lower I'll be cutting my medication (that I've been on for decades).

I have a long way to go and it hasn't been easy (the first couple of weeks after surgery kind of suck), but I have not regretted it for a single instance. I'm anticipating a better and healthier future.

You can do this! Good luck.

I've been taking Biotin since day one because I heard it might help with the potential Hair loss.