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what is the boiled egg cottage cheese thing?

One thing I have found is the unflavored unjury protein powder and add it to crystal light -- really good!

Tiff That is wonderful!!! Happy for you

Best of luck for a smooth post op course! Looking forward to hearing from you after you get back home

THAT would make sense and I would agree to it!

At least you get a light meal- I am going to be on all liquids for 2 weeks....ugh

I completely understand the nervous part- I am the same way. In my heart I know this is the right thing but still kinda scared

I went for my pre anesthesia screening yesterday for sleeve surg Sept 21st. When they got to the consent it had- the sleeve surgery and a liver biopsy included. I don't have a single liver issue. When I asked for an explanation the girl said it may be for a study but they can make sure you don't have hepatis, fat liver disease, cirrosis blah blah blah. I don't have any symptoms to even think I have problems with my liver. So I didn't sign the consent. I have a meeting with my surgeon next week and will talk to him about it. I really don't want them just doing a biopsy on my liver for the fun of it. Anyone else ever had this done during surgery?

I like that advice- Thanks Mac!

Glad to hear you are home and doing well. Look forward to hearing more about how you are doing. Get plenty of rest!

Now I understand- thanks!

When you say in the beginning the stomach is very tiny does it stretch?

I think the risk of staying fat far exceed the potential risk of the surgery

Now I am understanding the rationale for the slow progression of solids--- Thanks Tiff

I have a question about the post op course- I understand the rationale behind the clear liquids, full liquids and soft foods, but what I don't understand is the progression of solid foods. At first you only eat a couple of bites and then progress to maybe a lean cuisine. Isn't your stomach healed by the time you eat solids? Why the slow progression? Someone asked me and I couldn't really answer..... look forward to learning from you guys

I would suggest the appeal process too. It can't hurt anything to appeal!

I will add you to my prayer list. Hoping everything goes smoothly and you are back telling us all about it real soon. Take Care

I also looked into WLS with the idea of getting the band. Once I started researching everything it was not a difficult decision to know the sleeve is the right way to go! Now it is the only surgery available that truely makes sense in my mind. I suggest you read all you can. Wishing you peace of mind in your decision

I just fixed eggplant tonight- delicious! Peel and slice about 1/4 inch. Brush a little olive oil and garlic on both sides. Bake for 15 min at 425 turn and bake an additional 5 min. Dry on paper towels. place 1/2 in greased baking dish. Cover with parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Top with a fresh tomato slice. more parmesan and basil and a little mozzerala cheese. Another layer of eggplant and a little mozzerala. Cover and bake for 20 min in 350 oven then uncover and cook additional 5 min..... delicious!

LOL please don't tell me "brain fog" is part of post op too!

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Mainiac welcome to the group!

Mac I agree with Burnout- you are very knowledgeable and I have gained a lot from your posts.Thanks !

Does anyone on the East coast go to the chat room?

I have never really been a fan of yogurt before but I love the Greek yogurt! Another brand to look for is "Fage". I live in NC and most of the grocery stores are now caring the greek yogurt. The web site for the product is www.fageusa.com and the phone number is 866-962-5912. I will get the information for Okios and post it later. Just call the company and ask them who sells it near you. The Fage yogurt has 10 gm protein