Delphac

Congratulations! I haven't talked to you since November..so glad to see you've been approved!!

Found out that ESG is a relatively new procedure that is non-surgical. It's official name is Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty. The surgeon does not remove any part of your stomach, but will use stitches to to reduce the size of the stomach. This is done endoscopically (spelling?) and the recovery time is much shorter than the VSG.

I do not know if It is covered by insurance. But since it is usually performed on patients with a lower BMI, there is a possibility that it might be. When I had my Gastric Sleeve surgery (11/1), the surgeons office confirmed with my insurance ahead of time to make sure it was covered....Perhaps that is what you should do once you find a doctor that performs that procedure. Let us know what you find out. Good Luck!! and Happy Holidays :)

Found out that ESG is a relatively new procedure that is non-surgical. It's official name is Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty. The surgeon does not remove any part of your stomach, but will use stitches to to reduce the size of the stomach. This is done endoscopically (spelling?) and the recovery time is much shorter than the VSG.

I have also been diagnosed with sleep apnea and use my CPAP machine all the time. I do not sleep well without it. I do not plan on going off of the machine unless my "Sleep" doctor tells me to. After I lose a substantial amount of weight, I'll talk to him about it. I'm sure he would want to do another sleep study on me before taking me off of it. However, I believe I have had sleep apnea for most of my life. Before I was diagnosed with sleep apnea (and I was also thin at the time) I was told that I stop breathing during sleep...So I feel better (and safer) using my CPAP machine.

I am also a senior. I am 74 and was sleeved on November 1st. I was afraid that the doctors would say that I was too old, but that was not the case. All of my doctors wholeheartedly supported me. My husband is my biggest supporter since he has had to be my caretaker during all of my surgeries. I have had a left hip replacement, a left knee replacement and numerous foot surgeries as well as chronic back problems. My Orthopedic doctor said I should have my right knee replaced. I do not want another surgery. I wanted to be proactive and lose the weight so I can avoid more surgery and make all the pain go away (well, a lot of it). Also, I really want to walk my dog again. As it is now, I become short of breath after walking just a short distance. Once I lose the weight, I am confident that I will be able to be active again. I think you have made the right decision and the rewards will definitely outweigh the negative stuff. You are the master of your body and you should ignore those people who try to dissuade you from making a brave decision for your own health.
Good Luck to you, I know you'll be fine and happy that you decided to have the surgery! By the way, today was my 18th day since surgery and doing great! I feel good and looking forward to starting phase 4 (soft foods) on Thursday. (I was afraid I would have to have pureed Turkey...Yuck!).

I was sleeved on 11/1. I can now drink all of my required water and protein shakes. I am also having Chicken Broth, Yogurt and sugar free jello. Talking about hunger, my stomach is not hungry, but I have cravings (head hungry). It gets better if I drink Broth or Tea. Glad to see that you are doing so well !!

My surgery is tomorrow, November 1st. I was on 12 days of Premier Protein shakes and 2 Greek yogurt and all the clear liquids I want. I have been on clear liquids only yesterday and today. Feeling nervous, but really glad the day is just about here.

My surgery is tomorrow, November 1st. I was on 12 days of Premier Protein shakes and 2 Greek yogurt and all the clear liquids I want. I have been on clear liquids only yesterday and today. Feeling nervous, but really glad the day is just about here.

My surgery is tomorrow, November 1st. I was on 12 days of Premier Protein shakes and 2 Greek yogurt and all the clear liquids I want. I have been on clear liquids only yesterday and today. Feeling nervous, but really glad the day is just about here.

My surgery is tomorrow, November 1st. I was on 12 days of Premier Protein shakes and 2 Greek yogurt and all the clear liquids I want. I have been on clear liquids only yesterday and today. Feeling nervous, but really glad the day is just about here.

I am scheduled for November 1st. Starting Day 6 of the 14 day Preop Diet.

Yep, I eat them all. Love them. They're a daily part of my diet. Sometimes multiple times a day.
OMG, they're carbs!
Yep, they are. But they're not refined, over-processed, or bad.
And you know what else they are?
Excellent sources of plant based protein and fiber.
A baked potato has 160 calories. By itself, it has 4g of protein. Throw some vegetarian chili on there and you're in the high teens. Awesome lunch!
Brown rice...half a cup has around 100 calories and 3g of protein. Add some bean or peas and you've got complete amino acids...tons of protein... and a crazy awesome amount of fiber.
Why is dietary fiber important? To grow good gut bugs. Your microbiota and the health of your gut (and metabolism) depend on happy little bacteria. The strains of gut bugs that live in the guts of skinny people....have a favorite food: dietary fiber. Feed your good bugs good things and they'll be good to you.
They like to eat fruit, veggies, beans, whole wheat bread...
Whole wheat bread? I eat this A LOT:)
For instance.....A lite Thomas English wheat muffin has 5g of protein for 100 calories. This dietary powerhouse has 8g of dietary fiber! Smear that sucker with your favorite nut butter or fruit preserves, and you're in business.
One of my favorite go-to dinners these days...... is fresh homemade wheat bread with 16 veggie soup...and fruit for dessert.
I eat about four servings of fruit a day...and that's not even counting the watermelon I huddle over in the car while hissing "My Precious...." LOL:)
A banana is not "a candy bar" A banana is a wonderful healthy food. I eat lots of them. Hell, I have a Yonanas that makes them into ice cream. They're terrific.


Normal weight does not HAVE to mean giving up carbs. It means being carb smart, balancing, and making mindful choices.
More than one way to do this whole thing.
Weight loss success does not mean ONLY eating meat for the rest of your life with broccoli on the side. That's great once in a while, though!
Not trying to tell anyone they're doing it wrong.....just sayin'....there's more than one way to do it right:)

Extreme thinking, extreme dieting, extreme self denial....is not sustainable.
Work on a forever diet you can live with.
Be mindful, be accountable....but be kind to yourself.