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Take it it easy, this is major surgery (IDC who calls it elective, let me see them in a dark alley...) walk a little at a time, even standing is better than sitting, the focus IMHO should be on recovery not necessarily exercises just yet, the walking helps to ensure no blood clots form which no one wants. I was not a fast healer either, doing marathons 3 days post op ,don't let that be your goal because others can. Recover at your rate. !!!!Congrats!!!! Safe Journey

At 9 months post op, I drink normally , I drink coffee or other hot drinks at the rate I did prior to surgery. Sometimes I take a little bit longer because I add protein shake to the coffee or tea and it takes longer to drink for me vs with regular cream.

I heard a rumor that GNC has a protein powder that tastes like Fruity Peebles, either one of the Ghost brand blends or another proprietary brand,it was even a sample size! I saw it when I was there last chatting with the rep at the counter. My point is find a way to make this work and don't eat that evil @$$ cereal. Hope this helps!

Don't forget we need an updated Daria profile pic lol

Trying this soon!

Trying this soon!

There is almost nothing in common on most plans except protein and hydration being top tier in importance...

Good to know, and CONGRATS on all of the recoveries!!!!!!!!!

Your team may need to submit for reapproval. Maybe not. I cant remember for absolute certain but i had to sign a clause that allowed my surgeon to convert from laproscopic to traditional open surgery, from VSG to RNY during surgery in the event the need occurred. Not the same for you but there may be allowance is my point. But it really does depend on practice, insurance policy and the specifics of what they cover. Usually RNY is no problem to cover and VSG was always an issue as it was a newer procedure. Ask right away to avoid further delays!!!

All I read was David Tennant, but I think you're going to be OK.

This is odd, carbs are in *almost* everything (except pure animal meat sources, pure vegetable fat sources) What are you consuming daily? Can you give examples of your diet?

A little change is always good 😝

Ok well we will see because I will be SUPER honest with y'all when the time comes, so...

Looks so juicy

Hahahahahahaha I was so happy when I finally found out how I didn't even stop and think how it would look to everyone else 😖

BTW, GasX will be your friend when consuming large amounts of legumes lol and air freshener

Lol I might as well as across the universe...

I'm not a married lesbian... Did you ever sort out your salt lake city situation BTW?

I finally figured out how, I wanted to from the start, I never did it correctly. This was always supposed to be my name but I left it.

Enjoy!!! There are so many wonderful recipes that are chickpea based, the quickest I've ever seen was a vegan chicken salad. Chickpeas replaced the chicken and you prepared it basically the same with Mayo, spices, lime, etc. Amazing!!!!

Thank you! I figured it has something to do with acidity and stomach erosion but wouldn’t decaffeinated coffee have the same effect? I just emailed my nutritionist. I keep reading different research where there are (some conflicting) views that caffeine prompts over production of stomach acid, leading to higher incidents of erosions,and weakening of the lower sphincter. Google it, tons of info in either camp. But ultimately your under the care of your team so consult them for everything. So to be clear, not just coffee but any caffeinated beverage, but coffee is usually has the highest natural level of caffeine, and I doubt any doctor would suggest anyone stop drinking green tea (second highest natural concentration) simply because of the health benefits associated, but you never know...

First sorry that you are having the withdrawals, sucks. But very important to follow your plan. Have the decaf or no coffee if the temptation is too high. I was allowed decaf but I quit coffee 6 months prior to surgery, after I went on decaf , then regular all under the supervision of my team. But recently I'm back off coffee again to prove it can be done and to see if it makes a difference when it comes to stomach acid and erosion, which seems to be the main concern not the diuretic effect. Consult with your team for clarity and follow your plans for the best possible outcome, which is what everyone really wants. Safe journey!!!

Strawberries yes! Sliced and slightly smashed and tossed and keep in a container in the fridge with the balsamic and swerve! I'm going to try this

Breakfast part 1 Green peachy milk tea 5.5 oz of the shake, the rest tea 1/2 hr to finish