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I'd been leaning toward getting the sleeve. I'd done a lot of research and figured it was the best option for me. I wasn't opposed to having the bypass, I just wasn’t too keen on the idea of having my intestines rerouted. Plus, I wanted to avoid issues with malabsorption and dumping syndrome. However, when I had my consultation, I was told my BMI was too high for the doctor to even consider doing the bypass on me. I did manage to lose enough weight during the 6-month medically supervised diet requirement to qualify for the bypass, but I still chose to move forward with the sleeve.

I'd been leaning toward getting the sleeve. I'd done a lot of research and figured it was the best option for me. I wasn't opposed to having the bypass, I just wasn’t too keen on the idea of having my intestines rerouted. Plus, I wanted to avoid issues with malabsorption and dumping syndrome. However, when I had my consultation, I was told my BMI was too high for the doctor to even consider doing the bypass on me. I did manage to lose enough weight during the 6-month medically supervised diet requirement to qualify for the bypass, but I still chose to move forward with the sleeve.

The way it was explained to me was that, once I could get at least 60 grams of Protein in by way of actual food, I could discontinue the Protein Shakes. I still have a Protein Shake in the morning, for no other reason than because it's a fast and easy way to start my day off with a good amount of protein. I don't need them anymore, but I prefer them.

Between 5-6 months post-op, I could tolerate steak without a problem (around 3 oz and well done). How he managed it that early, I'll never know. I was scared to try it, to be honest. I'm glad I did, though. It's a great source of Protein.

Between 5-6 months post-op, I could tolerate steak without a problem (around 3 oz and well done). How he managed it that early, I'll never know. I was scared to try it, to be honest. I'm glad I did, though. It's a great source of Protein.

Something similar happened to me. I’m on birth control, but during surgery, whatever medication they used interfered with it. I had to sign a paper acknowledging this. Two days post-op, my period came. Then, out of the blue, two weeks later, it was back again. My surgeon told me I couldn’t start taking birth control again until I was 30 days post-op to prevent blood clots. The medication plus the 30-day hiatus messed with my whole system. I’m now 7 months post-op and, unfortunately, my periods are still wonky.

I use both the Unflavored and Cookies and Cream flavor by Isopure. The Unflavored is good for cooking and baking. The Cookies and Cream flavor tastes more like graham crackers, but I enjoy the flavor. I mix it with just plain Water or fat-free Fairlife milk. Ispopure has a variety of flavors to choose from: Colombian coffee, Dutch chocolate, Mint Chocolate, Alpine Punch, Apple Melon, Creamy vanilla, Mango Peach, Natural Vanilla, pineapple Orange, Strawberries and Cream, Toasted Coconut, Vanilla Salted, and a few others, depending on where you buy. I purchase mine from Amazon.

That’s awesome! I had surgery on May 10th, too. I know what you mean about it being too good to be true. I’m honestly shocked every time I get on the scale, considering I started at 491 pounds. I tend to weigh myself weekly. Even if the scale doesn’t show much progress, I count every ounce as a victory.

That’s awesome! I had surgery on May 10th, too. I know what you mean about it being too good to be true. I’m honestly shocked every time I get on the scale, considering I started at 491 pounds. I tend to weigh myself weekly. Even if the scale doesn’t show much progress, I count every ounce as a victory.

That’s awesome! I had surgery on May 10th, too. I know what you mean about it being too good to be true. I’m honestly shocked every time I get on the scale, considering I started at 491 pounds. I tend to weigh myself weekly. Even if the scale doesn’t show much progress, I count every ounce as a victory.

That’s awesome! I had surgery on May 10th, too. I know what you mean about it being too good to be true. I’m honestly shocked every time I get on the scale, considering I started at 491 pounds. I tend to weigh myself weekly. Even if the scale doesn’t show much progress, I count every ounce as a victory.

That’s awesome! I had surgery on May 10th, too. I know what you mean about it being too good to be true. I’m honestly shocked every time I get on the scale, considering I started at 491 pounds. I tend to weigh myself weekly. Even if the scale doesn’t show much progress, I count every ounce as a victory.

That’s awesome! I had surgery on May 10th, too. I know what you mean about it being too good to be true. I’m honestly shocked every time I get on the scale, considering I started at 491 pounds. I tend to weigh myself weekly. Even if the scale doesn’t show much progress, I count every ounce as a victory.

Congratulations!
It really all depends on your surgeon’s office. Sometimes there are still tests that need to be done before surgery can be scheduled.
For me, I got approved within 24-hours, which was great. Not so great, however, was that I had to wait for a surgery date because I still needed clearance from cardiology and pulmonology. It took two weeks to get in to see the doctors. Then, a week later, I was scheduled for an endoscopy. I got approved on April 5th, but didn’t have surgery until May 10th.
When it comes to scheduling, they’re usually pretty accommodating. They gave me a list of dates available, and I got to choose which one worked best for me.

I’m partial to the Unflavored Isopure Whey Protein powder. Since it’s unflavored, I can mix it into just about anything. They also have a variety of different flavors available.

My surgeon doesn’t want me using Meal Replacement shakes because they contain added Vitamins, and with the vitamins I started post-op, it could cause an accidental overdose. If I’m having a hard time meeting my Protein goals, he will allow 4 oz. of Premiere Protein. I tried it, just to see, but it sat too heavy in my stomach.
I like to use Isopure ready-to-drink Liquid Protein. I’m partial to the Blue Raspberry flavor. One 20 oz. bottle contains 40g of protein. I also use the Unflavored Isopure 100% whey Protein Powder Isolate. Since it’s unflavored, it can be mixed into just about anything. Once scoop contains 25g of protein. As an added bonus, it has zero carbs and zero sugar.

It’s true—it depends on your surgeon’s recommendation. For me, personally, I was allowed only chewable multivitamins (two of the Flintstones Complete chewable tablets for kids) and sublingual B-12 immediately following surgery. I had to wait a week before starting my other Vitamins.