Lynda486

I think for the most part, the diet we follow post-surgery (whether sleeve or bypass) is what is known as protein-prioritized Keto (there's a FB group if you are interested). Keep Protein high, fats low to moderate, and carbs low. In fact, I really don't understand the (traditional keto) focus on high fat since the reason most people lose weight is because of low carbs. And of course protein is better for you than fat. That said, some people may be more sensitive to fatty foods after bypass (I just had a bypass revision myself and this is something I'm concerned about). I would talk to your doctor/nutritionist to see what they think.

My question is can I safely do Keto with a bypass and no gall bladder?

Super scared to post the pictures but change is good right
First black shirt was me at my highest Weight 256
second is a month after surgery and four months after

 

i'm sure you get this all the time.... but you look like a young Terrence Carson...

I look nowhere as beautiful as Greentealae, but here I am hanging out at home today.

My daughter's school had an exposure to COVID-19/Coronavirus in MA this week, so we were asked to self-quarantine/distance.
I work from home and Boston's schools are out probably until April 27, so I'm guessing we're pretty much locked down in this little city apartment for the duration. My estimate is within the next week the whole country will be in this boat.
While we're still able to get out for walks (maintaining social distancing) I did cancel my rowing classes in order not to be patient zero. (And, frankly, to avoid exposure.)
I was able to lay in supplies of most of the things I currently eat on my plan, but I am definitely finding myself at the top end of my available calories every day. I'm not sure if it's stress eating, or being less busy, or what. And of course, I'll have to be leaning in more on non-perishables as this continues, so that may be worse.
I know diabetes and obesity are both complicating factors for outcomes if infected, as well as some other pre-existing conditions that often accompany high weight. I don't suffer from those, but I'm wondering if those who do are concerned.
How are you all coping with staying on plan, keeping active, and keeping stress low during this challenge?

Best money spent ever...... FoodSaver. When my husband is home he/we cook and there is always leftovers. I portion out my lunch for every day. This machine is a lifesaver. If you don't have one... GET ONE!!!! Also, buy the small paper plates (6"). Portion out on the plate and vacuum seal it. label it and and put a date. I either keep in the fridge or freezer. When we dine out, i take my leftovers home and do the same. If i have left over Soup, i just seal it in the bag.
The next day or a week later or longer... (last forever it seems). I put one meal in my lunch bag and poop it in the microwave with a small slit.... done.
https://www.amazon.com/FoodSaver-Automatic-Machine-Express-Certified/dp/B01MDRSCVF/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=food+saver&qid=1584361769&s=kitchen&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyVlAzNDA3Q1dZQVVZJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjY1Njg4MjlSRTA2T1JCOVZIMCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDc3NzIwMUQ1WEoyOEROQk9KMCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Well after being denied and appealing the surgery and waiting 7 weeks for a surgery date which is 3/18, I believe they are canceling my revision due to the virus. Because it’s elective. 
I hope I’m wrong. I am in so much pain from the heartburn. I’ve been on a liquid diet for 2 weeks. 
I’m so upset. 

I agree that the lack of weight loss is most likely the 3 week stall. Also, you will feel like crap while you are healing. You are doing everything right. Just give your body time to heal, rest when you need to!

You look terrific!

Hey everyone its been a while! December 18th 2018 was the day my life changed forever. I was a whopping 304 pounds and now 1 year 3 months post operation I have lost 176 pounds I am currently at 128 pounds. I hope you all have had as much success as I have had if not even more! Feel free to post before and after photos as I will do below. Hugs and kisses to you all! 🤗🤗

I watch Dr. V as well...I definitely wouldn't push. Do what you can COMFORTABLY.

It's MY time!

I agree that the lack of weight loss is most likely the 3 week stall. Also, you will feel like crap while you are healing. You are doing everything right. Just give your body time to heal, rest when you need to!

the lack of weight loss the last few days could be the infamous "three week stall". I had mine during weeks 2 and 3. The weight loss should start up again in a week or two...just stick to your plan.

Are you really hungry? Or is it mind Hunger?
Sip base or broth all day - Make your own also, I am a chef so this was easy for me but make this for now
Japanese Clear Soup. Load the pot up with veggies follow a online recipe or PM me i have a few -
No way sipping this if you make it right will you be hungry after WLS. I truly think its mind hunger and very common

people come and go on these forums all the time - and sometimes they reappear months later. She may come back. I remember her as well. I've been and off & on "member" of this forum for several years.

I remember her saying that she would have surgery to repair her rotator cuff in January. I miss Frustr8 too.

Right, she hasn't posted in awhile. I hope all is well and she's just been busy.

You read my mind! I thought about her yesterday. I hope she's doing good I'm a little concerned too.

Has anyone seen or heard from this member? I noticed that she has not been here in awhile and am concerned.

Pretty sure that she has been a daily poster for awhile now. Hoping that she has just been busy.

I look nowhere as beautiful as Greentealae, but here I am hanging out at home today.

Great idea! I wish I had thought of doing that.

I look nowhere as beautiful as Greentealae, but here I am hanging out at home today.

Putting the Telogen Effluvium Hair loss research I used in a thread for the interested.
Started researching this after a visit to my dermatologist confirmed, Biotin and minoxidil would not help much.
I believe I started taking LLysine as soon as I was allowed to swallow pills post op. I experienced very very minimal hair loss (slight thinning of edges) My hair is back to normal now 1yr post op
(Noteworthy info: I practiced low manipulation of my hair for months (ballerina bun), my Iron ferritin and other Vitamins and minerals were perfect during this time because I received iv infusions and oral supplementation, Protein was around 45g daily when I started and worked up to 60g daily)
I would suggest consulting your teams, doing your own research, spending the least, understanding that genetics and environmental factors will also play a role despite best efforts, and getting an amazing silk/satin scarf or pillow case to protect what you have.

Safe Journey!

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1046/j.1365-2230.2002.01076.x
Lysine and Iron (you may have to purchase access, mine has lapsed)

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1381/096089296765557295
zinc study

http://www.hpbiotin.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/beslenme-ve-sac.pdf
LLysine and Iron study

http://journals.tubitak.gov.tr/medical/issues/sag-11-41-5/sag-41-5-10-1005-853.pdf
vit D study

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3819075/#b14-tlsr-21-2-91
Tocotrienol (Vit E family) study

It should dissolve in time I would think.