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On 6/6/2019 at 7:11 AM, hg042419 said:

I had my sleeve last 04/24/19. Prior to my surgery, I didn’t get my period for about 2 months. About a week after my surgery, I got my period which was heavier than normal and lasted longer. I didn’t think of it too much but then I experienced little bleeding again about 2 weeks after. And it was just for a day. 19 days later I got my period AGAIN and today is my 2nd day and it’s Super heavy. I had never experience my period to be this heavy before. I am worried. Did this happen to anyone?

So my first after the procedure was terribly painful, now I'm constantly spotting. IT's going to be a while before everything settles out.

On 6/6/2019 at 10:16 AM, Sleeved in NYC said:

Hi everyone!

I'm a little over 1 month post-op gastric sleeve. Lost around 40 lbs so far. I was 399 before surgery.

Haven't had any trouble with foods or swallowing thus far.

Here's my question:

I would really like to take a regular capsule Multivitamin. Is that OK or do I need to continue with the chewable? Taking a chewable makes me feel like a kid and I feel like all the Vitamins just get stuck in my teeth - LOL.

Thanks for any advice!

My surgeon ok'd me for pills from the beginning. But each doctor is different. Try getting a capsule and grinding it into a tablespoon of applesauce to switch it up.

On 5/27/2019 at 4:20 PM, TracyS said:

I am so sick of being sick with Constipation. I had stalled so upped my Protein again. That worked but found that is what gives us constipation. Drank half bottle of magnesium citrate, took some Miralax and may have to have a couple more doses of Miralax before the day is over. Yes have been taking Fiber too! This is getting old for sure.

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In between my meal I have small Snacks of fruit like melons and pineapple and veggies to help me go. It's a natural way to consume fiber and enjoy it too.

4 hours ago, GradyCat said:

I think I'm allergic to carbs because every time I eat them I break out in fat! 🙂🙂

But seriously, can you help me figure something out?

I eat around 750 calories/day. I drink 80 oz of Water a day. I get 75 g of Protein in a day. I exercise 30 minutes a day.

But if I eat carbs, seriously like as few as six Wheat Thins crackers or something, the scale will go up the next day. Or if I eat a taco, the scale goes up, even though I'm still at 750 calories and mostly Protein.

Is it Water retention from the salt in the crackers? Is it the carbs themselves? Do I have to avoid carbs completely, which I sort of already feel like I do 95% of the time.

Thoughts? Similar situation with your body?

Is it only weight gain? or do you have any other side effects as well?

7 hours ago, Shell06 said:

New here!!! Im considering getting the gastric sleeve done . I have to meet with a dietitians and psychologist before my procedure is scheduled. Rally nervous about it all !

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Getting it will improve and change your life in a way you didn't think it was possible. It took me a while to do the leap, but I'm happy I did.

I started dating someone 2 weeks before my surgery and we have been going out and enjoying our date nights. Usually we choose an appetizer and an entree to share and I serve myself a little from each. At this point I haven't started drinking, but you can always have date nights that involve music and other non sit down eating to make it more comfortable at the beginning.

I've told immediate family and close friends. When people see me and they comment on how much slimmer I look, I do tell them that I had bariatric surgery. I'm not publishing it in social media.

On 3/10/2019 at 11:58 AM, Frustr8 said:

So has anyone rewarded themselves with something like jewelry, a trip, concert or similar?

I rewarded myself with a spa day for the first 25 lost! For 50 lb, I may do a trip.

I’m a month post op and I noticed that as my body is constantly in ketosis, I feel like I always smell. Do any of you have any experience of smelly crotches and breathe?

Any tips to alleviate the smelliness?

Zumba!!!! It's like dancing, and not regular exercise!

Go for the pea or soy Protein. It helps immensely.

I'm a month post op and my best friend are the Isopure clear drinks. They have different flavors and they come in powder so you can prepare yourself or liquid for on the go. each 10 oz has 20 gr of Protein. It's a great way to get your protein levels. Have you tried eating chili? It's high in protein and you can blend it to make it sofeter.

On 4/19/2019 at 2:14 PM, Bxvsg76 said:

I was referred to him. I really felt real comfortable with him on initial appointment. Explained everything

Harvey has excellent bedside manners and he pays attention to his patient’s concern. It’s great so far working with him in this journey.

It happens to all of us. It's a initial side effect as your body adjust to its new self and it eats itself to compensate with all the calories you aren't giving it. You'll be fine in a 2 weeks give or take.

Just continue moving and don't be sedentary for extended periods of time.

I went on vacation to Brazil during the summer of 2018 and was walking around with my friends and taking jumping pictures everywhere and my knees got so inflamed. So after many years of yo-yoing where on the up yo I would gain more weight, I decided it was time to do something more serious.

That's great.

Try soft scrambled eggs. 1 egg is 6 grams of Protein. And have a shake afterwards.

Did you start exercising already?

Go to your surgeon. They can fix it.

10 hours ago, PudgeBeGone said:

What are some foods that are able to be eaten(not the common ones like Jello pudding baby food) I found this list and didn’t know how accurate it was for the meats.. The ones it says you just have to smash with a fork mainly.

That looks like the list I got from my doctor, but no red meat on mine. And I'm allowed Beans, lentils and tofu pureed.

Listen to your body and be mindful of your calories. Use an app like my fitness pal.

1 hour ago, llfonseca said:

Hi does anyone know an app that can help us count the calories??

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I've been using Baritastic. It also creeates reminders for Vitamins and shakes.

Not consuming enough Protein will not stop your weight process, it will under nourish your muscles and cause you to lose muscle mass. Do you monitor your menstrual cycle closely, as your weight gain can be Water weight in PMS mode. Is it just Fluid your intake problem or can you eat mushy foods?

Maybe adding unflavored Protein Powder your meals can help up your protein intake.

Check what kind of Protein in your Protein Bars. whey proteinis dairy based.

On 4/7/2019 at 5:06 AM, Emilia Danciu said:

Don’t pick on it if you want nice scars. It should stay on for 7 days minimum but most times it will be around 3 weeks

I picked at it after 10 days when all the edge came up. I have very nice scars now that are getting massaged with Palmers for optimal smoothness.