Lolalita

On 12/19/2020 at 11:46, loridee11 said:

I was eating purees at day 3 as well. However, I was told 2 oz max at that time (the first few days I didn't get in my 2 oz at my "meal" times). I'd check with your surgeon or nutritionist as what you are eating may be fine, you just might need to do less.

Post check up is on Tuesday. Asking all of these questions and more.

On 12/20/2020 at 15:31, merraculous said:

I threw up a lot at the hospital too... honestly thought I was overdosing on morphine, but they kept giving to me regardless of me telling them the pain was manageable. Honestly felt like a drug addict lol, I would wake up from a sleep drooling and then throw up. And then do it all over again. I would suggest you start writing everything down, how much you intake and how you felt after. Maybe after a week or two you will notice a pattern.

Just started. Now I’m 6 days post and feeling better but my intake hasn’t improved much either. I can drink a whole bottle of Water 12-14 oz and or Gatorade, but not a bottle of Protein Shake.
Check up is soon.
Im telling it all.

On 12/20/2020 at 10:01, Ada_1 said:

I’m on the full liquid diet I need something good to eat tired of Soup

My doctors allow yogurt and Jello and sugar free popsicles during my liquid diet phase. See if they’ll do the same for you?

On 12/18/2020 at 22:40, RickM said:

Most programs prescribe a PPI such as omeprazole for a while after surgery because heartburn is not uncommon. It also sounds like something like gas-x would be appropriate.

Programs vary widely on dietary progressions, and if yours calls for mushies, at this time, that is fine, though you personally may not yet be ready for it. We were on purees and mushy things from the hospital on out, though not all could handle them that early, and much of the early diet was still a lot of liquid.

Our general rule was to try new foods one at a time to test for tolerance; if it worked, great, if not, go back to what was working and try that food again in a week or two. So, you may be trying something that you aren't ready for yet, but something else mushy may work. Or, you may have to stick to liquids a few more days. People will have varying amounts of inflammation in their newly cut stomachs, so will vary widely on how easily things move through for a while - for some, just Water is very slow to go through while others can easily handle yogurt and other soft and mushy things - both are within normal expectations so don't worry if things aren't going through that well yet, (or conversely, if things are going through easily while others struggle.)

Thank you!
I thought was wrong with me.
I’ll stick to liquids at least for another week or so and when I’m ready I’ll try mushy foods.
Not trying to rush the process.
I want to be able to eat food and enjoy it, without the heartburn.
So thank you for the advice.

Happy holidays!

On 12/18/2020 at 21:55, Betty1971 said:

Holy Moses, I am three weeks post op and I JUST started soft foods!!! I was lucky to get two full Protein Shakes in a day during my full liquid days!!! I was on Clear Liquids for the first week after surgery and then after that full liquids for two weeks....I cannot even fathom soft foods three days out.

I was also given a scrip for omeprazole 40 mg to take for 3 months post op and then he said we would discuss it.

I get calls everyday. Today they told me I could try tuna or soft fish’. I’ll check again during my post op appointment.

On 12/18/2020 at 20:22, SassySonz said:

So Idk who gave you the advice to eat mushy foods 3 days out from surgery.but you are only supposed to have Clear Liquids. No pureed food or anything. You can have Jello and sugar free popsicles. Drink your Protein Drinks. Bone Broth, Isopure liquid drinks are great as 20 Fluid oz has 40 grams of protein.. Gaterade zero with unflavored Protein Powder you could do too. But no food. Just sip sip sip clear liquids. That's your job just to get your liquids and Protein in.
Here is a link that is very beneficial. Good luck!

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.obesitycoverage.com/amp/the-big-gastric-sleeve-diet-guide



Sent from my LM-V600 using BariatricPal mobile app

My doctor did at the hospital. He said if I feel up to it, I could try eating mushy foods.
From reading the blogs and talking to people I realize every doctor treats their patients different.
Im actually going back to liquids on my own . Thanks for the advice

3 days out of surgery and today is my mushy meal day. I’m suppose try to eat 3 meals a day with 3 Protein Shakes in between meals. I don’t know where on earth will it all fit, but I’m trying. Sometimes I drink Protein Water instead of shakes, because it’s easier. The problem is the moment I Try to eat past 2oz of food I get heartburn... like if food is trapped . 

Will that go away? It’s that normal? 

I have to use gasx or take a sip of water to ease it? 
A part of me is reconsidering asking for my stomach back. 

I brought a BlendJet! (Personal blender can make anything) Love it.
Ice trays I get... some people live off ice cubes to get their Water intake or store left over food or sauces. I use my ice trays for smoothies. Thick and frothy.
That’s it besides, Jello, pudding mixes, Protein Shakes, and powder Peanut Butter.

Good luck

I’m on the liquid diet with 3 meals. Third day (today) I’m allowed mushy foods. Just had super ground Turkey. Yummy

On 12/16/2020 at 19:13, catwoman7 said:

they're probably having to shuffle people around because of all the COVID patients. I wouldn't worry about it. Like someone else said, you may get even more attention in the PACU unit than you would on the bariatric surgery floor.

Yes this is true. The regular floors are being overrun. By Covid patients so they are keeping people separate on the recovery floors instead. Plus if you’re in NY this is the last week for elective surgery. Next week it will be shut down again. So my suggestion is go for it. I did.

Just had my surgery on 12/15. They told me when I was already there. Plus I wasn’t allowed visitors. The nurses are super sweet and nice. It’s going to be okay. Trust me.
Literally just went through it. Plus you’ll get more attention and look after more. Consider it special care.

Are we allowed to take these?
I read we shouldn’t take Advil or ibuprofen but it didn’t say Tylenol. Just checking

Lucky, I want to poop. Then again I’m only 2 days out of surgery.

Hi,
Just had my surgery in 12/15 and I feel really gassy plus my body decided to send me my  monthly gift too, aka my period. Any suggestions on food intake. I’m allowed to eat mushy foods but I’m scared now. Today I drank half a bottle of Protein Shake with no problems. Also drank  Protein water and regular Water too in 30ml (1oz) cups. I don’t want to over do it. How will I know it’s too much? At the hospital I threw up a lot because of the meds and the contrast. I don’t want to throw up at home too. 

On 07/31/2018 at 17:00, GreenTealael said:

lunch

1/4 cup chickpea salad (in mayo and spices) on a rye crisp

No left overs lol

What spices did you use? Looks yummy

On 12/07/2020 at 02:14, AZhiker said:

There have been a number of high quality, controlled studies that have shown consumption of increased vegetables, particularly the cabbage and broccoli family can prevent fibroids. The best results are with vegans who consume large amounts of veggies, and there is a higher incidence of fibroids in women who consume large amounts of red and processed meats. I can only think that the new dietary lifestyle that is required with any sort of WLS would help prevent formation of new fibroids. You are going to be eating more vegetables and eating a lot healthier than you were before surgery. Any positive dietary changes are going to help.

Thank you!

Researching all of this online tomorrow morning.

On 12/06/2020 at 21:01, catwoman7 said:

I wouldn't have been allowed black bean Soup on my liquid diet - but maybe yours is different. I could only have 4-5 Protein Shakes a day, all the no (or nearly no) calorie Clear Liquids I wanted, sugar free popsicles, sugar free Jello, and a limited amount of Tomato juice/V8 and chicken broth (I think it might have been a cup of each). That's it. But I know surgeons allow their patients to have a small amount of food. Did they tell you what you were allowed to have? My clinic was pretty clear about it...

Our pre-op diets are very similar.
I’ll freeze my black bean yummy Soup.

I wasn’t told Clear Liquids only, just liquids. I’m drinking 3 Protein Shakes and 3 Snacks. Snacks can be: Greek yogurt, milk, sugar free pudding/jello, ricotta, tea, unlimited: Water, zero Gatorade, Protein Water, crystal lite ‘true lemon’, día drink.
Absolutely no solids and no fruits.

I thought by puréeing the Soup qualifies as a liquid lol.

This is my last week on the pre-op diet before surgery so I’ll try to keep it as clear liquids as possible.

Thanks

On 12/06/2020 at 23:43, LoreCar said:

You should call the hospital and ask them about leaving. I could not leave on my own. I had to uber my son to the hospital to go home.

For the liquid diet I was told broth clear like fluids only w/ 1 small daily meal.

Lastly I turned out to be highly allergic. If possible I recommend asking what they use to clean and patch you up and see if you can get an allergy test prior.

@lorecar I’m not allowed to eat solids. I wish... I could live off one meal a day like normal.

Definitely calling the hospital tomorrow to ask about driving and allergy testing and will be asking friends too.

12/07/2020 01:43 AM, merraculous said:

Hi there,



I am really close to my date also 12/17, and there are somethings you shared in the post that were told to me as "no-no's" First off, you should only be consuming Clear Liquids, (i.e broth, Water, Decaf coffee) and only eat two cups of the following vegetables (see below). You want to ensure that your body stays in a ketosis state so that before you have surgery your liver is at its smallest state (ketosis is a fat burning process) having a smaller liver will make it easier for the surgeon to operate since your stomach is very close to your liver. Secondly, I think that you should definitely arrange for a ride or at least take a taxi/Uber home after surgery, best to be safe. Do you have anyone staying with you after the surgery? I hope you will be okay and understand the professionals recommend this sort of thing because they know what will make it the easiest process for you afterwards (this is not for them) .

Like you, I am finding it hard to be on the liquid diet, and I come from an Italian home...today I ate spinach while they all had plates of homemade Pasta. And when I came home I had 1 cup of chicken broth while my boyfriend ate a bag of perogies.

All this to say I understand how are you feeling and I hope this does not come off as harsh, but you need to follow the guidelines provided for you so that you have the best possible results for you!

food List (only two cups a day)



Spinach, Cucumber, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cucumber, Lettuce, Cabbage, Fat Free J-ello

@merraculous still trying to learn how to respond on this app or delete post.

My pre-op diet is different than yours. I wasn’t told Clear Liquids, just liquids. I’m drinking 3 Protein Shakes and 3 Snacks. Snacks can be: Greek yogurt, milk, sugar free pudding/jello, ricotta, tea, unlimited: Water, zero Gatorade, Protein Water, crystal lite ‘true lemon’, día drink.
Absolutely no solids and no fruits.

I thought by puréeing the Soup qualifies as a liquid lol.

You’re lucky to get to eat solids (any solids). Right now I would love a spinach or kale salad.
Thanks for the info.
Good luck with your surgery too.

On 12/06/2020 at 19:34, GradyCat said:

Are you just staying the one night post-op? I stayed two. They should be okay to let you drive yourself home after an overnight stay because all anesthesia should be out of your system that would impair you from driving. Oh wait, unless you're taking pain meds. You might wanna have a back-up plan.

Is seltzer carbonated? No carbonation after the sleeve. pureed black bean Soup sounds good in theory, but is it high in carbs?

Good luck on your surgery. Let us know how you're doing and I look forward to seeing you in the forum threads.

@Gradycat I’m just staying overnight. You’re probably right on driving myself home... I’ll definitely take pain meds.
As for the Soup, I love black beans... I was told I could do it post op but forgot to ask Pre-op.

The fact that it’s high in carbs worries me now. Thanks for the heads up.

On 12/06/2020 at 16:12, AnaBar said:

Me and the other girls who got gastric sleeves on the same day didn't have one but I remember seeing it in a YouTube video so i guess it depends on the surgeon?

Just asked two friends who got vsg too. One did get a drain and the other didn’t. Guess it depends on your doctor and how the surgery went.