janet ruth

I had Dr Ricardo Bonner in Katy, TX do my sleeve. Fabulous results. Great Herman Hosp in Memorial City. It was done Nov 2017 & I’m down to 145 from 190. Still 20 to lose but it’s slower going now.

Orchids, I had the sleeve.

I had no issues with the liquid/purée diets because I love yogurt, applesauce and soups. I transitioned to “hard” food easily by cutting my meats into small bits before sitting down to eat. I’ve lost 50 lbs in 6 months & have 20 to go. I bought small bowls and divided plates in the Walmart baby department so I don’t over serve myself. Eating ice chips & sipping water or iced tea all day has helped with hydration.

I hadn’t considered the sugar, but I have eaten some sweets with no problem. I used to drink tequila on the rocks but figured that would really be a bad idea and opted for the marg. I’ll have to do some experimenting at home to see if it happens again.

After 3 months I experimented with white wine on a cruise. It was more intoxicating than pre-surgery, so one glass was my limit. It’s now 7 months after surgery & I tried a margarita. My stomach didn’t have the ability to metabolize tequila anymore! I felt a physical reaction in the stomach & had diarrhea after! Not a good thing to try for the first time if you’re not close to a toilet!

I’ve seen vitamin patches on the internet but don’t know if they’re as effective as oral. I’ve used Citrical chewables and they get the job done while wetting the whistle.

I just had the gastric sleeve surgery on Nov 3rd. I feel pretty good after three days, but the first day was excruciating. Very surprised @ the intensity of gas pains. I’ve added some creamy soups to the diet and it’s helped break the monotony of protein drinks. I added water & low salt bouillon to canned soup & jolted it a bit. Feeling optimistic.