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GradyCat got a reaction from Krimsonbutterflies in What The Hell Man
People are strange, aren't they? But I guess it's good they aren't barking at us when we're fat, but they should keep their mouths shut when we've lost weight as well. Rule of thumb: never talk about someone's weight, good or bad.
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GradyCat got a reaction from GreenTealael in A clothing swap forum?
It's a thought, but of course there'd be shipping costs involved because we're all over the place, even if the clothing was offered for free.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Moodychic in Sick after 4 mos
Sorry you're going through this. food should be enjoyable. There are still some foods I can't eat, but I can eat more foods than not.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Moodychic in Sick after 4 mos
Sorry you're going through this. food should be enjoyable. There are still some foods I can't eat, but I can eat more foods than not.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Mrs. Hayes in Dirty dark sleeve secrets :P Confessional
No, I haven't done most of those. I won't take NSAIDS because I fear they'll hurt my stomach. I know better than to drink with my meals. I've had no trouble getting in my daily Protein. I've never skipped a Vitamin. I do eat out though, but I make healthy choices and order healthy food options.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Bill Sperry in Halloween
Definitely eat before you go and bring your own Protein snack or something in your purse or pocket to snack on if you get hungry during the party. Drink Water or diet coke.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Krimsonbutterflies in So what are you unable to eat now?
I can't eat steak or bread.
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GradyCat got a reaction from gwoodgm in I'm so excited about... Protien powder???
I'm glad you're so excited. That's good for your future self. I stick with the pre-mades and generally GNC Lean shake in chocolate. My husband likes to try the flavors, banana and strawberry, but I stick with the basics.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Time4Kindness in Anti depressants
That doesn't sound like good advice from your surgeon. If you have Depression or Anxiety, WLS isn't going to change that and you'll still need your medication. Yes, I still take mine. I have to. And my psychiatrist explained that they'll still absorb just fine and be effective and aren't affected by the WLS.
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GradyCat got a reaction from foodie669 in Did your surgeon want you to lose weight before you got surgery
No, my BMI was barely 40 and I weighed 235 pounds, so there was no suggestion of losing weight before surgery.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Mrs. Hayes in What complications have you lot had
I didn't have a single complication.
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GradyCat got a reaction from DaisyChainOz in i have foamies. send pics of your pets.
I still can't eat bread or soft tortillas or else I get the foamies. Here's my kitty, Grady the Gray Cat.
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GradyCat got a reaction from GB in CA in Is there anything you wish you knew before surgery?
I wish I'd known about stalls. I wasn't expecting them and they're depressing but normal.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Bastian in Under 25 and choosing this?!
And I thought I was too "old" at 53. I don't think there's any age too young or too old to get healthier and use this surgery as a tool for a better life. Good luck with your WLS journey.
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GradyCat got a reaction from ARMoma45 in Health Issues and exercise
Walking is the simplest form of exercise, maybe you can get up and walk a little.
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GradyCat got a reaction from ARMoma45 in Getting to enjoy this lifting nonsense
Wonderful! Way to go! I'll eventually get into the lifting but right now am mostly doing cardio, a little resistance training, and some swimming.
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GradyCat got a reaction from ARMoma45 in So what are you unable to eat now?
They both give me the "foamies" where you throw up/spit up mucus and your stomach rejects the food. Steak is too dense. bread is too doughy. Can't eat them.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Bastian in Heart rate
You're still healing, so it's bound to be off-normal.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Time4Kindness in Anti depressants
That doesn't sound like good advice from your surgeon. If you have Depression or Anxiety, WLS isn't going to change that and you'll still need your medication. Yes, I still take mine. I have to. And my psychiatrist explained that they'll still absorb just fine and be effective and aren't affected by the WLS.
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GradyCat got a reaction from gabybab in Full liquids
I lived on Protein Shakes, sugar free pudding, Campbells chicken Soup minus the noodles, and sugar free popsicles.
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GradyCat got a reaction from Zjasso in Tomorrow it happens
Good luck tomorrow! Yes, I was allowed Protein Shakes the day before the surgery. I wasn't on a liquid diet pre-op, but was on a calorie-restricted diet.
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GradyCat got a reaction from HipHopDiva in Pre and Post surgery resources
I like using MyFitnessPal to track my daily exercise, Water intake and food intake. It's free. It tracks calories, fat, Protein, sodium, etc. It keeps me accountable.
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GradyCat got a reaction from deewill3 in Accepted into the bariatric program... Again.
Good luck on your WLS journey. I don't remember having any fears.