Ima Fox

I can't wait to be in a photo and like what I see. I can't wait to wear clothes that don't have to cover every square inch of my fat and make me miserable in this Vegas heat. I can't wait to put my size 6 back on. I can't wait for everything!

@@jdillon
At 5 days on liquid Protein, I've lost between 13 and 15 pounds. I say between because my scale says one thing and the doctor's scale says something else. I didn't initally weight myself on the doctor's scale but according to my scale it would be 15 pounds.
If you have a goal weight and want to lose a few before surgery perhaps you can replace a meal with a Protein shake. Good luck.

Hello everyone,
I read so many stories about the 2 week pre-op liquid diet and I was so scared and nervous and didn't think I'd make it. I kept thinking, how in the hell these NUTs and surgeons expect us to eat basically nothing for 2 whole weeks.
To the members who've yet to experience this well talked about "2 week liquid Protein diet", let me tell you my experience and hopefully it will ease your mind and give you hope. So I started my Protein diet on Monday 6/16 here it is Friday and I'm fine. I must say, it's not as bad as you all think it's going to be. I don't know if it's the types of protein I'm taking but I really really haven't been hungry. Not even head hunger. Mind you I have a 14 year old son I have to either cook or heat up food for every day.
I'm allowed 4-8oz Protein shakes a day, sugar free Jello & pudding, 1 -8oz of low carb yogurt, 1-8oz of skim milk, sugar free popsicles and unlimited amounts of non-sugary, non-carbonated, non-caffeinated beverages and broth.
I've been having 2-3 shakes and one serving of yogurt at night as dinner and twice I've had a cup of broth and twice I've had a cup of sf Jello. I haven't had any headaches/migraines or anything. I have not cheated at all, not a bite, a crumb or a lick of anything. Based on the stories I've read, I've come to the conclusion that it must be the type of Protein Shakes that are satisfying me and not allowing me to feel hungry. Actually, I have to force myself to have the third shake sometimes.
Just like everyone else, the anticipation and the unknown had me failing at the protein diet before I even began. I have to tell you though, the two times I felt weak was when I over did it at the gym and yesterday when I went too long (about 9 hours) without a shake. Other than those two times I was/am good. I just bought my son some McDonalds and I didn't even take a french fry. I used to always have at least two of his fries. I'm working at home today and you couldn't tell me I wasn't going to be home all day and not eat something I wasn't supposed to. Nope not at all. I had one Protein Shake and two sf popsicles.
So I'm saying all this to say, please don't stress over this 2 week protein diet. It may or may not be as bad as you think. I wanted to post this because I wish I read something like this before I started because I might not have stressed it as much as I did. Good luck to those of you who will be on the diet soon. I am so sorry this is so long but I needed to post my experience in its entirety.
Denise73

You look beautiful.

Ordered some new work pants and thought I would be brave and order the next size down too Woohoo... The size 10 fit! Someone even complimented my butt considering it is so flat from sitting on it all day. It is pretty exciting when the right size clothes fit!

I'm happy to say I'm 8 weeks out and down 35lb. I'm finally at a point where my co- workers who see me daily are noticing. Yesterday I wore a brand new dress ( size 18- down from 22) and EVERYONE had something to say. All good of course. It's amazing what wearing cloths in the right size instead of your old baggies can do I'm so excited for this journey! I wish I would have done it sooner!

Today is my 8 week mark since surgery and I have lost 32 pounds. I have 43 more to go..

Very well said and very inspirational! I don't think I've ever been in denial about the ways being fat holds me back or about how I have to plan things out around my weight, but these are things I do that second nature to me, and have been since I was a child. It's so difficult to articulate to people things like why flying may be worse for me, why I want to sit in the booth, why I don't want to walk far on a humid day, or why even on a hot day I need to wear at least three layers to "hold things in." When I try to articulate these things even to good friends, friends I feel comfortable with confiding my struggles with obesity to, even they look at me like I waaay over think things. But I know the world I live in. I know how society feels about fat people. I know the steps I need to take to make my life less, well, embarrassing for myself.
I'm getting sleeved on Wednesday. If in a year I'm anywhere close to where you are now, @@LipstickLady, I'll consider it the best thing I've ever done. Congratulations on your tremendous success!

I know they say everyone's experience is different but your sound's rough. Hang in there it should get better day by day. That is what I am telling myself. I get sleeved next Tuesday.blessing on you.

Hi all!
Just wanted to check in. Here is a quick pic of my face before and after! So far so good, no complications...lots of NSV, 50 pounds GONE!!!!! Need to up my exercise! Will be doing that this week! Hope you all are doing well!!!!!

No it does this!
I was so grateful someone showed me this. Now I make it my goal to never eat and drink together!

You look FABULOUS!

Darby, we were all nervous here, I can tell you! My husband has so many health problems I was TERRIFIED but I felt we would die from the asthma, HBP, diabetes, heart problem, sleep apnea, neuropathy (not counting all the medicines we were taking for all these problems), if we did not have the sleeve. So there was fear either way. This is the best decision we ever made for ourselves and our health and we are looking and feeling great. Never even felt like I had surgery (I thought they pretended lol). It was 10 times easier than anticipated. Relax and go for it! Linda

There's One called the Bari bowl by a company called Bariware.. If u type it in google you'll find it. It's portioned out in 1 oz sections & comes w/ a spoon and fork. Or you could also try a Bento box I know a lot of sleevers who use them. Also a great tip for future meals.. check out The world According to eggface. . Her blog is awesome!

I remember what this was like! I was about 6 weeks post op and traveled 1500 miles and was driven crazy by every food billboard and restaurant across this country! It drove me almost insane...................The good news this will pass and eventually they won't even bother you. Hang in there!

Hi all - Just thought I would share my 9 month post op pics. I've lost 126 pounds so far with about 8 to go until goal. While the weight is still coming off, one of the most significant things I've started to do this month is begin to work through the emotional and compulsive eating issues that got me to nearly 300 pounds to begin with. It's been a really emotional month, but I am feeling really good about keeping the weight off long term because I am starting to deal with the core issues rather than the symptoms.
Anyway, here are my most recent pics.

Avoid the pureed starches like potatoes because they will take up space in your wee stomach that needs to be filled with Protein. Seriously, everything you eat right now needs to have a high Protein content! The veggies of course will taste great and satisfy that head hunger, but they are not giving you what you need nutritionally right now.
I ate some refried Beans, but I also pureed roast chicken thighs (skinless; 1/3 cup Water for every 2/3 cup cut up chicken will give you a nice consistency), Underwood canned meats that are already puree consistency, pureed tuna salad made with low-fat mayo, and tons of yogurt. Don't even bother with baby food from the jar..its really disgusting! You can also eat cottage cheese right now if its small curd.
Yes, everything does need to be smooth, with the exception of baked fish because you can chew that enough to puree it in your mouth. Hope this helps!

I was the same way after surgery. I tried so many Protein Shakes and wasted so much money. We finally figured out that I had become lactose intolerant after surgery. The syntax nectar is the only Protein Shake that I can use and not be sick. I love the Roadside Lemonade, fussy navel, and Cappuccino. This is the site I buy mine from. https://www.bariatricchoice.com/rewardsref/index/refer/id/113961/

I use two packets of carnation instant Breakfast sugar free with one glass of 2% milk. It's thick so it takes me well over an hour to drink but it tastes the best to me. 2 shakes a day yields close to 40 grams of protein. That should be a good start if you're eating chicken as well. Also try lentils Soup. Lentil Beans have high Fiber and high protein. There is also a fruit liquid called New whey it has 40 grams of protein per 3 ounce shot but I mix that whole shot with Water to make it taste better. They have watermelon and fruit punch and it's pretty good. Go down like Kool Aid.

First off the hair loss is an unfortunate part of WLS. Everyone has some Hair loss during the first year post surgery (usually between 4-8 months) IT DOES GROW BACK.
As for getting Protein in on a daily basis, yes, egg whites are the best Protein to take in when you cannot tolerate the shakes. If your cholesterol is up, skip the yolks (or at least every other egg you ingest since they are all fat and cholesterol).
I use the protein powder to make crepes and Cookies. The Cookies and cream powder works in place of flour for oatmeal cookies (adds lots of protein to each cookie and I don't need the vanilla for flavoring either) You can experiment with the powder to modify your favorite recipes so there is food you can tolerate.
If you are still early post op, take the powders and add less Water to make a pudding. You can also make up any shake and freeze it to make popsicles for a treat.

http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2014/03/31/297160022/weight-loss-surgery-can-reverse-diabetes-but-cure-is-elusive

FYI: May want to check them out as well as the hospitals they practice in: http://www.saludbc.gob.mx/?p=1656