OhMyGracious!
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The hospital I used is known for their WL program. They have a give and take store. You drop off what you can’t wear and pick up what you can. No charge. I am only two weeks out, but I can’t wait to participate in the program.
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I had surgery 4/15. For the first few days, after laps at the hospital, I only got about 1800-2000 steps a day. It was a week out before I hit 3000, and now I’m over 5000 steps. I’m actually dedicating 2x’s a day to walk my block outside- which is 1/2 mile. My doctor expects 2 mile walks by 6 weeks out. Sounds like your doing fabulous.
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They would not do outpatient in Huntsville, AL. I would be leery of leaving that quick.
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April 2019 Surgeries!
OhMyGracious! replied to CajunSam's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I like the grape or wild strawberry best, but beware CL has caffeine, so I’ve moved to the generic great value version at Walmart- No caffeine. I think there are also several sf syrups you can add for flavor, but I haven’t tried them yet. -
Was anyone else told not to shave their legs 4 days before surgery?
OhMyGracious! replied to KimB7811's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was told not to shave legs within 48 hours of surgery. Knicks are open wounds which could be infected by staph. It’s a precautionary method my hospital used. I also had to shower using dial and hibaclense twice. No wipes unless they did that after I was knocked out. -
Experiences with Phentermine?
OhMyGracious! replied to RellaBelle's topic in Weight Loss Medications & Popular Diets
Ditto on most post. Initially it worked great! However it’s an upper, as such expect to be wired, nervous, on edge, easily angered and unable to sleep. It’s a short term solution to a lifestyle problem. If you can’t change your lifestyle weight comes back with a vengeance. I don’t recommend it. -
April 2019 Surgeries!
OhMyGracious! replied to CajunSam's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Consider Protein Water. Premier Protein Water has 20g protein, but counts as water too. I have to add Crystal Light to cut the aftertaste, but it’s been a lifesaver for me. -
April 2019 Surgeries!
OhMyGracious! replied to CajunSam's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I said this yesterday! I need savory items. Everything I drink taste sweet- Protein Shakes, Jello, Popsicles, Protein Water. I’m so tired of chicken broth and veggie broth. I’ve branched our a little to cream soups... but I want eggs! -
April 2019 Surgeries!
OhMyGracious! replied to CajunSam's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
How are our Completed surgery- April buddies doing now? I’d love some post surgery updates! -
So, I’m having trouble locating non-caffeine based crystal light. Any one have other drink mix solutions? I only use them to cut the taste of Premier Protein Water, but why oh why does everything have caffeine?
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Crystal Light Rustrations
OhMyGracious! replied to OhMyGracious!'s topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think it’s just the flavors I prefer... wild strawberry, grape and orange. I’ve previously had reflux and the lemonades scare me. I’m not a big tea drinker, so I’m loving these other options and recommendations. -
Feeling full or gassy?!
OhMyGracious! replied to RoseKay91's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
How are y’all doing otherwise? I have one incision and spot that is still quite sore. Otherwise no pain. A little tired, but doing well and weight loss has been good so far.VSG- 04/15/19 HW: 322SW: 300CW: 290Down: 32 pounds and 8.5 inches -
Feeling full or gassy?!
OhMyGracious! replied to RoseKay91's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am so ready! All of the liquids and proteins are sweet or chicken broth. I so need savory in my life. I am hoping to purée some squash, carrots, deviled eggs- minus a few ingredients- next week. -
I just liquified this recipe. I’m on full liquids and don’t want anything else sweet. I am in need of savory and cant stand chicken broth any longer. I left out the bacon, curry and red pepper flakes, and added unflavored protein powder. It was an awesome liquid dinner! https://insidebrucrewlife.com/loaded-cauliflower-soup/
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Puree options limited please help
OhMyGracious! replied to Lochnessamber's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
I just made amazing fake potato soup. I’m on full liquids and liquified a cup. https://insidebrucrewlife.com/loaded-cauliflower-soup/ Left out bacon, curry and red pepper flakes. -
Crystal Light Rustrations
OhMyGracious! replied to OhMyGracious!'s topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks so much for all the insights and suggestions. -
Feeling full or gassy?!
OhMyGracious! replied to RoseKay91's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My doc recommended chewable GasX. It was a lifesaver! I’m 8 days post op. Surgery- 4/15/19. I took max amount daily for first 5 days. Now just when discomfort hits! I’d love to hear more from y’all. I’m on full liquids now. -
I’m so weak and tired
OhMyGracious! replied to cravenell888's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I wasn’t allowed anything but clear liquids for a week. My surgery was 4/15. Sorry your having a rough time of it. -
8 days post op VSG. From pre-op diet, down 22 pounds. From surgery down 10 pounds and 8.5 inches. Total loss to date: 32 pounds.HW: 322SW: 300CW: 290 Finally below 300! Yay!
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I am one week out today. I’ve lost 5 pounds and 8.5 inches. Consider measuring yourself because scales are not the only indication of success. Find non-scale victories to help remind you that you are successful. Almost a pound a day is amazing. Think about your highest weight, pre-op diet weight, surgery day weight to now. Proud of you!
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Lots of gas when I try to drink
OhMyGracious! replied to Jon_gets_skinny's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My dr recommended gasx chewable. Some of the gas is from the surgery. It goes away after a few days. I’m Day 7 post op. If I gulp, it hurts. Really have to pace myself and sip, sip, sip. -
Names for my new sleeve
OhMyGracious! replied to Sheribear68's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I’m leaning toward the Gremlin! -
You are not alone. I’ve been worried too. I am Day 4 post op with VSG. Scale is not moving at all. At least I got to start shakes with protein today. I am concentrating on shakes and water. Hoping to see the scales go down very soon!
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My surgeon, recommended Celebrate Calcium 500mg, two a day, Celebrate Multivitamin, two a day, B12, and Biotin for hair. Cannot take more than 500 mg at one time. Should be alternated one vitamin at a time at least two hours apart. I’ve been on my pre-op diet and vitamin regimen since 3/31/19. Good luck!
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April 2019 Surgeries!
OhMyGracious! replied to CajunSam's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats! I’m fairly new here too. I start pre-op diet next week. At the beach for baseball this week. Trying to not gain any weight! Packed my protein shakes.
