Real California April

HW is highest weight
SW is starting weight (usually how much on the day of surgery)
GW is goal weight
CW is current weight

SW: 366
CW: 315
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

My brother was born vaginally after my mom had rny surgery. He literally just slid out I'm told.

SW: 366
CW: 315
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

I didn't have the chance really. My daughter went to the ER and then was admitted to the hospital. I did eat a lot of ice cream prior to which was nice because I don't enjoy it like I used to.

SW: 366
CW: 315
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

This thread gave me cancer.

I have and it's caused me to try all sorts of things like eggplant lasagna. Turns out I don't like eggplant lol.
Next up: pizza with cauliflower crust

SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

I'm sorry you're dealing with the nut allergy! That's sooo frustrating. Definitely glad to hear that your NUT is open to a plant-based diet!
For whole food concentrated Protein, like you said, Beans are definitely the way to go. You can eat hummus or refried beans as well, they are a bit smoother/less filling so you might be able to eat more that way. Another good option is soy, particular soy milk. Make a smoothie with soy milk or add it to your oatmeal and that's 8-12g of protein just from the milk depending on how much you use. (Most other plant milks are low in protein.)
In terms of non-concentrated protein, you can get it from literally any whole food. Whole grain Pasta has a pretty good amount, about 4 grams in half a serving (1 oz dry). Most plant foods will have 1-3g in a serving and throughout the day that adds up.
For plant-based protein that's more processed, like a supplemental protein (which you will definitely need this early post-op) there are some really tasty Protein Bars I've found called Nugo which are vegan and made from soy protein. I believe many of the flavors do not contain nuts, but you'd have to check to be sure. You can buy them on Amazon or in the Protein Bar aisle at Whole Foods. (And maybe other places!) You can also look for protein powders made from pea protein, brown rice protein, etc. as well. Orgain is one common brand. I just found some ready-made vegan shakes (like premier protein) at Target that I believe are Evolve brand, but I haven't tried them yet. Hopefully they taste all right!
Probiotics... well that's a whole other discussion LOL (basically if you're not eating animal products you likely don't have a big need for Probiotics as the plants help your gut bacteria stay happy on their own) but to answer your direct question, there are some fermented plant options! Sauerkraut if you like it, and kombucha tea are two good places to start. You can also make yogurt and kefir from soy milk, although I haven't done it myself (yet!) so I can't give you specific guidance.
Good luck!!

Understand she will be moody after.

Help her with chores around the house. I was still painful when I came home.

Try dieting with her. It's fun and cuts temptation



SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

Nice!

SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

This

If you're into games, there's fitocracy and nerd fitness

If you want direction there's all sorts of things. I use Darebee


SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

I have been smoking since I left the hospital and I'm fine actually it helps with the crappy feeling tremendously!

Sincerely, Johanna

I personally waited until five months out. Munchies will cause grazing, don’t give in to it. May want to switch to vaping, it’s cleaner and a more clear high. Munchies are not as bad but the relaxed state better.
I would wait “at least” a month because of the munchies. Or wait until you can inhale without pain.

Wow, judge much? You assume marijuana is a bad habit. That's ill informed & super judgey.

Pick something that you are interested in doing. There are so many fun sports and activities! I started tennis lessons.

What?? People saw your post on a forum and you are calling them out for seeing your post?

I make this "cereal" that I'm planning on using post op.
1/4c 2% cottage cheese (Daisy)
1/4c Greek yogurt, plain (HEB)
1floz Fairlife fat free milk
4-7 drops liquid vanilla stevia (Vitacost)
1oz frozen blueberries (no Syrup or sugar added)
6g Fiber One cereal threads (original version)
6g sliced almonds
Stir the first 4 ingredients until well combined, then top with frozen blueberries, cereal and nuts.
Nutrition: 148cals; 16g protein; 14g carbs; 5g fiber; 8g net carbs; 7g sugar
It's so dang good. I would probably drop the blueberries to 1/2oz post surg cuz of the sugar content of the meal. It really eats like a bowl of cereal and milk without all the liquid lake of milk part.

Bitc*es bring on the treating me differently! I'm ready. I can handle it. I want to be a smokin' hot skinny bi*ch everyone wishes they knew! LOL. With my luck, though, by the time I arrive at my destination thin will be "out" and fat will be the new black.

Why can't I lose weight there! I'm still a stupid triple D!
With that said, I want to start running. Anyone have ideas for cheap bras or something to keep them from flying off into space while I jog?
SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

I was doing around 5 miles on pavement but this was years ago.

SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

Supposedly better form and such. It forces you to not strike with your heel, for example. While a shoe can soften the blow.

My favorite reason is easy cleaning lol.

SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

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The Road 2 A Better Me

You are all too much 🤣

I was a large C in high school at 220lbs but was happy with that size. I can't wait to be back there! Or a B maybe. D+ bras are never on sale

SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

So far nothing I can't tolerate. But I've lost interest in a lot of foods

SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

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You are all too much 🤣

I was a large C in high school at 220lbs but was happy with that size. I can't wait to be back there! Or a B maybe. D+ bras are never on sale

SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!

Depends on the surgery. Lap band and the new balloon are restrictive. Rny, sleeve, and DS are restrictive and malabsorbing.

Technically, none restrict calories. They restrict how much you can physically eat which reduces calories. Then some prevent absorption of some of those calories. So I could consume 1200 but I'm probably not getting all 1200.

IF you cut calories that low and manage to not binge after and took Vitamins, I guess technically you could have the same results. The problem is that it isn't practical. I've tried doing that and ended up binging every single time.

From my understanding, set points can move with sustained weight loss or gain. This is why some body builders have trouble gaining.

SW: 366
CW: 329
GW1: 200
RNY Dec 18, 2017!