ShoppGirl

I used to drink Crystal light fruit punch pre op and post op it’s too sweet. I now make a gallon at a time which requires two packs and I mix the Walmart brand watermelon which is blah with the fruit punch and it’s not too sweet.

I am guessing you are on purées. Did anyone tell you about the ricotta bake?

They do have the 4 packs at Walmart too if you want to try them before you order a case.

If it’s cause they are too sweet I would still try the caffe latte (at least if nothing else works out that you have already ordered). I have suggested it to many people on here and they liked it too.

Have you tried other fish? I wonder if they will taste less “fishy” or if I will like that “fishy” taste now.

Many people do not feel their restriction until they get to purées or soft foods. Some nerves were cut during surgery and liquids go right through you so it’s harder to feel it early out.

Also, if you haven’t tried the unflavored protein powder you may do well with that post op since you don’t like the shakes. You can mix it in anything. Not water though. It does have a taste - learned that the hard way.

I only like mahi too. Funny thing is I used to have to make myself eat it once a week but post surgery I like it a lot more. Sorta makes me wonder if I should try other fish again.

I think this is one of the less common effects post surgery but I have heard people on here reaching out about this immediately post op but I assume it goes away because the posts do. I mean I have never heard anyone who says they are several months or a year post op with the same issue. I wish I could help more. Have you spoken to your doctor about this??

Have you tried the clear protein drinks. Post op I didn’t like the sweetness of protein shakes anymore and I did much better with the protein waters. Also, if you are allowed caffeine and you like coffee. Do yourself a favor and try the premiere protein caffe latte. It’s so good I still drink it over a year post op for breakfast daily.

Well if you like ranch the Bolthouse farms ranch is made from yogurt so it’s only 45 calories and it’s good.

Yea. I mostly got them because I found a yogurt salad dressing that I like and it’s only 45 calories for 2 TBSP. So I was going to take it with me when I go out to eat. I was just surprised how tiny that cup is. I think I have been having a couple servings. At least it’s just 45 calories though. But now I know why they say not all salads are created equal. I used to use regular ranch and a lot of it. Probably worse than a cheeseburger.

Had anyone found any new tips and tricks to help with WLS journey. I found these little disposable cups on Amazon that are one ounce which is 2 tbsp. The serving side for hummus And most salad dressings. After using it I think I have been underestimating my calories for these things.

Ooh. I was googling, looking for those plants. It seems like lily’s is the most common “funeral” plant. Maybe I should try one of those next.

They are actually called funeral plants? Never heard of them.

I second Ms.sss idea to do them simultaneously. Most of us have to do 6 months of a supervised diet and when you are ready for surgery that sucks. Granted you will be out a few copays if you decide against surgery but that’s it.

I guess I shouldn’t say grow. More like I get a beautiful healthy plant and bring it home and then hope and pray to keep it alive just a little longer than the last one. Lol

Ugh, I am trying to grow an orchid and I bet I have failed way more than you. Good news is if you save your receipt Walmart will exchange it. This policy may bankrupt them if they get too many people like me.

Did you really look it up? I’m curious where it came from. I’ve never heard it before.

Also, i was lower BMI but I went in there with my mind set on bypass. My surgeon said (as so many people do) that the surgery is just a tool. He said that the bypass would be like getting out a jackhammer when a regular hammer would do the job just fine. Both would work but the bypass was just overkill for me.

Yea you definitely wouldn’t like this one. It has the logo printed repeatedly on the vinyl or whatever it is. It’s muted but it’s still there in a plenty. Lol. But I really do love the versatility of this one.

yea and you also have that whole feeling sick thing to kinda remind you with the antibiotic. Lol. I get it that the patches would be way simpler but the consensus does seem to be that they are unreliable, unfortunately. I have the worst memory and was terrible too in the beginning. The alarms really do help me. A friend showed me how to set them to go off every day so you only have to set it up one time.

Welcome and congratulations on starting your journey. It’s super common to feel nervous about all this. You have found a great site with alot of nice and helpful people eager to share our experience. Fire away with your questions and we will do our best to answer them.

Welcome and congratulations on your surgery date. This is a heck of a journey you are in for. Check out the may surgery thread to find others at the same stage as you.

If you do want designer as a splurge, Michael Kors has a bag that can be worn as a cross body purse or as a waist bag. I got mine as a bday gift from my best friend. We found it at The outlets. It’s basically Just a small purse in which both the straps can come off so you can unhook it and put it around your waist and the strap adjusts to fit your waist, but it’s cute.