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any one sleeved in chgo
NiyaChi replied to Black Diamond's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well I am down 34 pounds sw 262 cw 228. My hospital stay was long 3 days because of an elevated white blood cell count indicating infection. I feel fine now trying to adjust to my new lifestyle. I am tired all the time trying get enough energy to exercise is a job on itself I am finding it hard to get all my Protein and liquids in. Have you had surgery yet? -
I had my sleeve 3 days ago, and the pain wasn't as bad as I was anticipating. But I'm not sure how I'm going to get in all my protein and water.
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What I've learned about protein drinks is that it varies widely from person to person. Also people say their taste changes after VSG and the protein drinks they liked before surgery, they hate after. So it's a complete toss up. I'm pre-op and I currently drink Premium from Costco. I hope you find one you like.
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@@VSGmary Let me know what you think! I see they also have them in Snack Crackers, too. Higher calorie rate, but larger portions size, also higher Protein amount! They also (in this brand) have other varieties (seeded), but I'm not comfortable eating small seeds, yet. Little concerned about the staple line and all that. Also, I have diverticulitis, so gotta watch the small seeds. The ones you found look good, too! Gotta have the CRUNCH! For frustration, if nothing else!!!!
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I'm right there with you. My sleeve date is May 9th, and I start my liquid diet tomorrow. My surgeon required a trial liquid diet before my first visit with him, so I know that I can do it. I did it once, I can do it again. But this time I am having jitters because this time it is for real. Surgery is at the end of this two week liquid diet, and today I am having a hard time wrapping my head around that tonight is my last real full meal for the next two and a half months. But, we can do this. One day at a time, and the start of a better life is waiting for us just around the corner. On my trial liquid diet I wasn't really hungry, but I wasn't completely satisfied either. The first 3-4 days were the hardest, and I learned quickly to evenly space the liquid Proteins out through the day, otherwise I'd end up feeling light headed and ill if I went too long without. Good luck, you can do this!
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Ok... I have been on Clear liquids for exactly one month now! I had my surgery 2 weeks ago. I had to be on clear liquids 2 weeks before to prepare for the surgery... and now I'm suppose to stay on them for 4 weeks after.. which... ahem means I have 2 more weeks left! (6 week total liquid diet for me) So I've been watching people eat around me... smelling food all the time... seeing it on the t.v. everyday... for one month now. It's killing me! I've done it all... popsicles, Jello, broth, Protein shakes... BLAH, BLAH, BLAH.... Yes, I've tried everything to make it interesting and I'm just having a hard to surviving this. I've made it this far but tonight I started to slip.. DUN, DUN, DUN... Everyone went to sleep and I shamefully started tasting the condiments... haha. ranch dressing, bbq sauce, even ketchup! There's an apple pie half eaten on the counter and I picked an apple out of it and sucked the glaze off! HOW PATHETIC! haha! Man, i have to admit, I'm really struggling with these last two weeks. I want to eat so bad. :phanvan Kayla
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I had my surgery on 7/29 so I'm 5 days post-op! I've done pretty well over all but I'm having a hard time getting in all my Water and all my Protein in. It's tough to drink that much without overfilling! Any tips or tricks to get all this in? I've been a little light headed and I definitely don't want to get dehydrated! I hope everyone else is doing great with their surgeries as well????
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Have any of you had RNY Surgery in Mexico? I am curious. I am doing some research for my options and my Insurance will not cover RNY. If you have or know some one who has had surgery in Mexico... What was their experience? How much did it cost? How was the follow up care. Would you recommend? Thanks so much in advance for any help you can provide.
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Si I'm near the end of me 10 day liquid protein diet. 4 days in I was down 8.5 lbs...all water weight I assume. Now at day 9 and the last couple if days its actually creeped back up about 1.5 lbs. My head really does understand the physics of all this, but I can't help but worry that I won't loose any weight with this surgery. I mean if "drinking approx 500 calories a day won't produce steady weight loss then I don't know what will!
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Believe protein drinks
Cervidae replied to applejenn's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Caffeine is on the list of "we should not ever be drinking this again because it dehydrates us and causes stomach ulcers" but people still drink it all the time. I personally feel I have worked too hard and undergone a life-threatening surgery and come too far to risk stomach ulcers or to sabotage my hydration/health. But that's a decision you're going to have to make for yourself. my favorite protein drink is premier protein (chocolate only) but I understand a lot of people don't like it and need to search for alternatives. -
Anyone here yet? September 2013 VSG
mojaleski posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hoping to have my sleeve surgery in September at Lahey Clinic Hospital in Burlington, Ma. with Dr. David Brams if all goes well with my pre-op testing. I am excited! 70 years old, retired RN and ready to be done with this weight and how it gets in my way. Had thought I would only consider the band, since it is reversible, I thought...but after lots of research I found myself thinking I wanted to do this only once, that is have surgery only once and read myself into believing the gastric sleeve was the best option for me. The nurse practitioner, who went over my particular family history, agreed and so here I am...waiting...but not so nervous as I was a week ago. I am excited to have it and move forward. mojaleski from NH- 1 reply
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List of High Protein Foods
janinemaire replied to Can'tweight's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thank you for posting that website, its helpful to see and compare the list of Protein like that: ) Janine -
I drank a Protein shake and feel better. I am on Omeprazole 2x a day.
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Anyone head of it? I just saw it at the gas station. Looks like flavored water. 15g protein, 2g carbs, 70 calories. There were 4 different flavors.
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hello friends....why is Protein so important....how many grams in a day should we have.. i am not loosing weight....depressed... need to work out more..and eat more protein. please motivate and guide me...
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now just to get my protein in...ugh
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Ounces of water daily?
KingMoose replied to meyouus's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I do not count my protein as part of my H2O intake. I drink 2- 26g protein shakes a day (plus my solid protein to equal the 60g recommended daily) and I mix my water with Chrystal light for some flavor as well as regular water. But I am consious of making sure I get my recomended amount of liquids in a day. Also for every cup of coffee I drink I add that many oz. of water to my daily intake to offset the caffine. -
Ounces of water daily?
KingMoose replied to meyouus's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I use Max Muscle Max Pro protein. It is as both whey and Cassin protein in it. Low in sugar and carbs. Plus it tastes great with either water or Almond milk. -
Thanks Carrot for your support. I've made it through 2 days now, one more day and then I'll go to mushies. Can't wait. The protein soups I am using are giving me really bad tummy pains and gas. So I'll be glad to be on anything else.
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Well today I decided to get serious about the post-op diet. I found that I could eat anything without any difficulty and so I did by about day 10. Yesterday I read why you should stay on the diet even if you can eat ( thanks WASabubblebut ) and decided that I should get serious and not wait till my first fill. Who knows if I have already streched the pouch by eating all the wrong things. I thought that when I have the band it will stop me from eating as I would get full quickly. I didn't realize that it may need to be adjusted a few times before it is at the right level for you. I have a lot to learn! Ok, this band is a TOOL not the miracle answer. So I'm commited now to going back to the beginning. I'm going to do liquids for 3 days just to get my body into fat burning mode then do mushies with lots of Protein to ward off the never ending hunger for as long as I can. And of course work with my head hunger. I find that's the most difficult! I have also booked in my first Aquaerobics class for Monday. I was doing it for 6 months prior to surgery for my aching joints and it really helped. I have the ok from the doctor to go back in the Water. Couldn't go in till now due to risk of infection. I can't wait. Hopefully by the time I am at 80kg I'll be able to do some gym work as well. Here goes. New commitment, wish me luck!
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Doing A "i'm Getting Surgery" Dance!
SweetSusie1 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm so excited and nervous! Walking into my appointment today, I almost turned around! I was so nervous of the "what if's".... What if I'm too big for surgery... what if he thinks I'm not a good fit for the surgery I want... what if he looks at me and tells me I'm not trying hard enough with other options (my mom's suggestion: "Why don't you exhaust all of your other options first honey!") What if he likes everything and first surgery date avalible is in December... what if!!! Thankfully my husband was by my side and I'm too chicken to tell him "lets turn around and hide!" What if nothing! ***Happy "I'm getting surgery" dance!!!!**** (never thought I would be happy about going into surgery willingly! needles *cringe*) He approved me for surgery, he said two weeks of shakes/ less than 1,000 calories a day and surgery on June 13th!!! Bonus: Work is good with the days off, kids are going to hang with my mom and my honey is going to be by my side (he is my rock!) On a side note: The girls in my office are always having some sort of weight loss something going on... I think the current thing is $5 to weigh in each week for 6 weeks and at the end the "biggest loser" gets the "pot". They have always invited me to join in, but at twice their weight I've never been interested in everyone knowing my actual weight. Today they told me they didn't want me to join... that they all knew they would lose!! (this actually makes me happy!) Happy Tuesday everyone! -
I have just recently noticed my hair thinning in the front ugh!!! But I am taking biotin and I have been getting my protein
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banded 1 week - foods...
mama angela replied to mama angela's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks 2muchfun! I live in Caldwell...so not far either location! The sweets make me feel yucky...off?? something...just not good. Yesterday I did my Protein shake for Breakfast (100 calories, 0 carbs, 25 gr of protein)...then did tomato Soup for lunch...then had a sf Jello...then another Protein Shake and one more cup of soup. Felt really good.... Next tuesday I get to add cottage cheese and then eggs!!! -
banded 1 week - foods...
2muchfun replied to mama angela's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Try some egg drop soup. It should be fine since you're allowed creamy soups already. It's basically just broth with an egg mixed in. There's a great Asian mix at the grocery store I like to use. The Protein in the egg really satisfies. You could also use egg beaters instead of the fresh egg? I used to live in Nampa back in the 60s. I managed a little stereo shop in Karcher Mall. That was back when it was the premier mall and the only mall in the area. Went there a few years ago and ugh! -
The first couple weeks are hard but the last 10 days have been good. I am still eating Soups & soft foods, watching my Protein intake, etc. Down 30lbs and my clothes don't feel the same.
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