Everything posted by BostonWLKC
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Pre-Surgery Diet - Advice/Motivation Please!
Definitely premiere protein shakes— blended with ice cubes to make them last longer and more filling . Sugar free popsicles tame the need for sweets ! Still do post op :) You’ve got this— it’s amazingly worth it!
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Vacation 8 weeks post op
Trip shouldn’t be an issue at all and you should definitely go!! Food and drink on the other hand will/ May be an issue.
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thirty pound mountain to climb/premier protein
Premiere protein typically works for folks doing a liquid diet prior to surgery. They taste really good too- sweet but good . Many flavors
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Had surgery today
Congrats and enjoy the journey!
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Does peanut butter make anyone else sick???
Likely really high sugar content may not be a good idea
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Heading out for 8am check in
You’ll do great!
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Have fears
Bypass was really uneventful for me - what are some of your fears and maybe we can help ease them a bit?
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Can't stop losing weight. Still can't eat much
I’d be concerned with the dumping issue- I’d reach out to your dr ASAP. A year and a half out -yikes
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No excited about revision
The rny was really easy for me- what are you specifically nervous about and maybe folks can help ease your mind?
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Hard to lay in bed
I’m with the recliner people! Then moved to a pillow under my side and my back so I was propped in the side position but not totally on my side. It helped. Give it a couple of weeks and you’ll be back sleeping on your side
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Takis/Spicy Food
No issues with spicy here- I’d stay away from Takis though ? Maybe try spicy hummus with veggies ?
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Weight loss rate guides /goals?
Look at peoples tickers or info on the side - that should give you some ideas I lost all of the excess weight in about 6 months. On the last 15 lbs to goal
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Surgery tomorrow July 10th
You’ll do awesome! Breathe, it’ll be over before you know it and onto a fantastic journey. Walk a lot to get rid of gas pains
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Uncomfortable After Eating
Seems like maybe too much too fast. Sound advice so far - and I second it— slow it down a bit . And no, the uncomfortable feeling doesn’t last forever but the smaller amount does . At 6+months I’m at about 3/4-1 cup and feel full.
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Starting the process, looking for information
I had a bypass . Mainly for maximum weight loss and to get rid of any chance of reflux . I also notice(d) that many sleevers tend to have revision to bypass for medical reasons . I didn’t want to chance having two surgeries . I’ve had zero issues, pain or vomiting etc or anything people tend to think of when they think rny Good luck with your decision
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Like I’m a kid again!
Love the look on your face! Days like those are amazing!
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Fluid intake after Gastric Bypass
I had the same issue for a couple of months. Try hot water - or decaf teas . Hot water was easier to sip for me!
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Regret it
Try hot water ... cold water really bothered me for a long time. The hot water (decaf tea etc) worked
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Heart Burn
Consider bypass if you have reflux
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Anyone regret their RNY because of GI issues post op?
I had RNY in December… Zero nausea zero gas and zero tell me sounds
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Bowel Movement
If you still feel feverish - you may want to call dr
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Bowel Movement
I don’t think I had one for over week. Take the Miralax Absolutely don’t have raisins or oj Smooth move tea works - but cramps your stomach for about 15 min. It works though Feel better
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Wound weeping
Some draining can be normal- I think you’re fine to wait til Monday if it isn’t red and don’t have a fever etc . As folks mentioned- keep it clean and covered Good luck Monday !
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61 lbs in 6 weeks!
Way to go!
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No Stupid Questions? Weighing Food
My NUT says weigh cooked. That said remember volume and weight are different. (Ie 4 oz of ground turkey may be more than 1/2 c) so just watch what you’re weighing with regards volume. But then again your stomach should help tell you too