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The World In My Eyes

Gastric Sleeve Patients
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    The World In My Eyes got a reaction from Losingit2018 in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Amazing!! Is that the same sweater?! I know it can’t be as you have lost a whole person and are so much healthier I can imagine! I have stalled as well after losing 98 pounds (I now weigh 153) but I do exercise vigorously 3-5 times a week along with trying to eat only 3 meals a day of mostly Protein. I’m hoping switching up my workouts to less weight classes and more cardio will help me over this hump but haven’t lost weight in 3 months. Maybe if you switched up workouts this would help. Keep it up cuz you have had amazing results girlie!
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    The World In My Eyes got a reaction from starr313 in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Since you have the same clothes on, it’s like the new you is a “mini me” of your old self. You should be feeling amazing about yourself:)
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    The World In My Eyes got a reaction from SLyn in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Well since some are sharing, I want to motivate others who may be struggling. I was 251 before surgery 28 March 2018 and now weigh 153. I still feel like I could lose more if my body allows as my legs are a size or 2 larger than my upper body. Also, I plan on getting a Tummy Tuck (one day, fingers crossed) as I have a serious spare tire underneath these leggings:) We shall see but I’ve been the same weight for almost 3 months so I will keep on doing hard work with exercises. For me, group fitness classes have kept me motivated and seeing results if that helps anyone. I took these to send to my aunt so sorry for the quality but you get the gist.

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    The World In My Eyes got a reaction from starr313 in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Your after photos don’t even look like the you in your before pic! Great job abs keep up the good work!!
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    The World In My Eyes reacted to nenes78 in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Glad to hear everyone is good since my last post.
    March 7th is my sleeve-iversary. I had no goal from my team so I set my own. Just had my labs done last week for the upcoming one year appointment, all looks good so far. Close to hitting my goal but may continue a bit past. i'll see where my body decides to go. Just happy that I've come this far and looking forward to the rest of the year.
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    The World In My Eyes reacted to bobt1 in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Hi there! Stalls are a bummer.
    I was sleeved on 3/28/2018 and had great success for the first 5 months. Down 25 pre-surgery and another 40 post surgery. Then I went into a stall that has dragged out over 5 months. So to get back on track I went back to my monthly group session about 3 weeks ago after missing 3-4 months. I received some inspiration when I saw my surgery buddy there and he had lost a total of 121. Then I went to see my doctor.
    My problem stems from overeating, plain and simple. The eating of everything came too easy and I increased the sizes of portions too much and too fast. So doctor wants me to return to 3 small meals daily with no more than 2 Snacks especially watching carbs on the snacks. While I was focused on my carb count he suggested tracking calories for awhile to see how much I was eating overall.
    To get back into the action my plan returns me to my pre-surgery High Protein/Modified Carb diet of about 1500-1600 calories and 70-100 carbs a day. Many of my female peers say they had to stay around 70 carbs to keep losing. Also making sure to avoid evening or late night snacks.
    So it looks like I am breaking my stall and finally broke through a weight level where I had first hit 6 months ago. Now to keep working at it.
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    The World In My Eyes got a reaction from starr313 in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Since you have the same clothes on, it’s like the new you is a “mini me” of your old self. You should be feeling amazing about yourself:)
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    The World In My Eyes reacted to CurleyQ in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    I am so happy to read about everyone's success!
    I had my surgery on March 7th and have lost 87 lbs. I have another 7-10 lbs to go but have been at a stall for a couple of months. My body seems to be happy where it is and I am a-ok with that. I feel awesome, look good, and have a ton of NSVs that keep me going. Best decision I ever made for myself!! Hope everyone else is feeling the same!
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    The World In My Eyes reacted to Stevie the Sleevey in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Hello all! We are approaching our one year surgiversary. How is everybody doing?

    I’m down 140 lbs and have about 40 lbs to go til I hit my doctor’s goal. My one year post op will be March 14 and I’m excited to see the official weigh in. To help with the last bit of weight I’m starting a plan with a weight loss doctor. She’s not a surgeon, but can help with nutrition and monitoring vitals (blood pressure, Vitamin deficiencies, heart health, etc.). I last saw my surgeon at 6 months and will now be going in only for annual visits. I need a little bit more accountability on a monthly basis, so I think this will be a great way to help me finish and make sure I’m healthy as well.

    Is anybody already at goal?
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    The World In My Eyes reacted to Missy9rae in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
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    The World In My Eyes reacted to LLG1981 in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Great job everyone! I am a month out from my 1 year and have hit my first goal but going to keep going until my body decides to stop losing. It has been slow the past 3-4 months with only losing about 2-3 lbs verses the 12 plus previously but I couldnt be happier. I have lost close to 140 lbs since I started my journey and about 80 since surgery. Keep up the good work everyone!!




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    The World In My Eyes reacted to Samuela in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    I'm 3 weeks away from my 1 year mark...I'm down 75 lbs...1lb short of my goal...just can't quite get there...I'm working hard this month to make it...but I'm feeling amazing...even did a home yesterday that 1 year ago I would have made up whatever excuse not to do it. Love the new Me!!!


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    The World In My Eyes got a reaction from SLyn in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Well since some are sharing, I want to motivate others who may be struggling. I was 251 before surgery 28 March 2018 and now weigh 153. I still feel like I could lose more if my body allows as my legs are a size or 2 larger than my upper body. Also, I plan on getting a Tummy Tuck (one day, fingers crossed) as I have a serious spare tire underneath these leggings:) We shall see but I’ve been the same weight for almost 3 months so I will keep on doing hard work with exercises. For me, group fitness classes have kept me motivated and seeing results if that helps anyone. I took these to send to my aunt so sorry for the quality but you get the gist.

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    The World In My Eyes reacted to SLyn in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Ha ha! It the same sweater in a medium instead of a 2X 😂. It was always my favorite and I had to get another one!!
    Thank you for the advice - I think I do need to change up my exercise routine. I do the same thing every time.
    great job on your weight loss as well!!
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    The World In My Eyes got a reaction from SLyn in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Well since some are sharing, I want to motivate others who may be struggling. I was 251 before surgery 28 March 2018 and now weigh 153. I still feel like I could lose more if my body allows as my legs are a size or 2 larger than my upper body. Also, I plan on getting a Tummy Tuck (one day, fingers crossed) as I have a serious spare tire underneath these leggings:) We shall see but I’ve been the same weight for almost 3 months so I will keep on doing hard work with exercises. For me, group fitness classes have kept me motivated and seeing results if that helps anyone. I took these to send to my aunt so sorry for the quality but you get the gist.

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    The World In My Eyes got a reaction from clsumrall in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    My long awaited day is tomorrow too! I have to report at 5:30am and we are going to have a terrible rainstorm lol! Nothing will keep me:) I wish you well and look forward to hearing that your surgery went great!!
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    The World In My Eyes got a reaction from Jogar0804 in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Happy for you that you did it and are experiencing minimal pain! Here’s hoping you feel even better each day;)
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    The World In My Eyes reacted to Stevie the Sleevey in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    I had some wraps on my legs that felt like blood pressure cuffs that went on and off all day/night. However those were operated by the bed, so I took them off when I walked and they stayed at the hospital.

    The belt I just googled and it’s also sometimes called an abdominal binder. It’s the same thing women wear after a cesarean section.


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    The World In My Eyes reacted to charismatic in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    Hey Stevie! I’m hang in there, actually left the house today just to get out.

    I haven’t been able to take the oxy because it just comes back up. I’m using liquid Tylenol and it seems to work fine. The best thing is the Meds for cramps. I get this painful feeling I can only describe as horrible hunger pangs fortunately the meds have been helping with that.

    I’ve been getting 2 shakes in so that’s at least 60 grams of Protein. I tried Bone Broth yesterday and hated it. Mixed it with some cream of mushroom Soup (strained) and it’s not bad. I want everything I eat/drink to have protein in it.


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    The World In My Eyes reacted to Stevie the Sleevey in Any March 2018 Sleevers?   
    It’s a giant elastic band that Velcro closes. It covers your torso. Mine was on me post op when I woke up. I’m supposed to wear this for 6 weeks.


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    The World In My Eyes reacted to LLG1981 in Who didn’t/doesn’t have to do 2 weeks liquid?   
    My surgery is on the 28th and I am on day 4 of a 10 day liquid diet of 3 Protein Shakes a day and 2 low fat greek yogurts. Two days before surgery clear liquids only: Water, no calorie drinks, Jello and broths. I don't feel hungry but I am already sick of drinking the Protein shakes even though I have several different flavors that I like but only being able to drink these is making me hate them. I try and stay busy so I don't think about it too much. The 28th can't come soon enough.
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    The World In My Eyes reacted to TGTCEGCC in Who didn’t/doesn’t have to do 2 weeks liquid?   
    Hot broth, and lots of salt lol


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    The World In My Eyes reacted to GassyGurl in Really nervous....   
    I asked my surgeon if the sleeve would be a prevent me from getting treatment for something like stomach or throat cancer and he said no. My dad is a throat cancer survivor and had to have a peg tube in his stomach. My surgeon said the sleeve leaves the lower part of your stomach, which is where they put the tube. Plus, there are no problems with an endoscopy, etc post sleeve. I was worried I might hear "sorry, there are no treatment options for you, because you had the sleeve". He couldn't think of a scenario where the sleeve would render me untreatable.

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    The World In My Eyes reacted to hkuntz33 in Pre-Op Diet   
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    The World In My Eyes reacted to Nnoi in Pre-Op Nightmares?   
    Hi
    I am brand new here, I have my 3rd of 6 required nutrition appointments tomorrow so surgery is still a few months away. But lately I have been having nightmares that someone is going to come and tell me I no longer qualify for the surgery.
    I know it is because I am constantly worried that this very thing will happen. Did anyone else have this worry that they would get to the end of the process to have their hopes and hard work dashed at the last second and not be able to have the surgery?
    I know I just need to relax, but I am struggling to trust that this is going to happen for me...most likely because I want it so bad


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