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I am 52, off all meds, overall well considering I have gained weight. Surgery wt. 353 3/2003, lowest in 2005 200 and curently 253. I was at 263 two and half weeks ago. Started changing eating and exercising. If I would have dont that from the beginning I would not be in this situation. I am having a total hip replacement next month and tryint to have 25 lbs off. I have 15 more to go before my surgery. I would like to get down to 185-190 as my goal. My bloodwork has always been good since beginning to date. I did not exercise after surgery and after 2 yrs starting drinking diet cokes and eating sweets. I dumped on and off the first 7 years. I have not really dumped over the last couple of years. I have never been able to throw up since surgery. I only have dry heaves and spitting. (sorry for the graphics). My still can not eat large amounts at one setting. More than at first, but not nearly like prior to surgery. I know how and why I gained. I didn't work within the guidelines. The one guideline I did follow to date is not drinking with my meals. I currently am not eating much meat or processed food. Feeling much better and getting around 65 gram of Protein a day. I do lots of grains, whole foods and lentils. I have found the iphone app "My fitness Pal" extremly helpful. I know my body has been transformed inside, but other than large amounts I was back at my old lifestyle. At 52 and hip surgery upcoming I can not live in denial anylonger. I can have surgery, make excuses and lie, but I will not live a good quality of life. I have been blessed with a good surgeon for bypass, supportive family and grace by God. Looking for others who may be in the same boat!! Warrior253
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Pre banding, I lost 24#s and after surgery in Nov. 2011, I lost 28#s but I have regained 15#s much to my dismay. I hit a plateau after July of last year (2012) and I have felt weight gain since the holidays. I must admit that I have not always followed the basics, including exercise. I know how important it is to get your adequate water and protein. I was told once that I may not be getting enough calories. I use to skip meals routinely and I am trying to do better. I rarely have hunger pains so I know that I am getting sufficient protein. Only one month did I feel that I was in the green zone when I lost 9#s of fat even though I had water gain. In my last visits for refills,I have been told that I gained water but not fat when I went for a refill. I am currently at 81/4 cc(s); my band is 10cc. Any way, I need a jump start, because I know it is in my best interest to do so! Exercise, I understand, is the way to go, but I need to be motivated. I am trying to follow the SUGAR BUSTERS DIET as close as possible. Although, I am not losing, I am trying to stay committed although it is frustrating when I think about it at times, especially when I consider how I have given up eating ice creme at night. Hopefully, being a member of lapbandtalk will help!
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Got Banded October 1st! Im new here =)
sandycastro posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I got banded Oct.1!! First week all I really had for breakfast lunch and dinner was liquid vicodin! I was in alot of pain and felt extremely full of air and gas on my left side where the port is. I have a swollen bump where my port is..that's where all my pain is no where else. Doctor said it should heal with time he said it's like a bruise with blood on the inside. Other than that im feeling alot better. Today is 15 days later and a huge difference from last week. Still on liquids been making chicken soup like crazy and just drinking protein drinks and water. My husband took 2 weeks off work to help me, I'm a stay home mom with 4 beautiful kids so my days are hecka busy 24/7. -
VSG -9/21/11 - Sharing My Hospital Room Experience
Sleeve2B posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hello VSG Family, I had my surgery on 09/21/11 in Juarez, MX. My surgeon was Dr. Jose Rodriguez and staff! Fantastic people!!! I would do it again if I got the same set of people. I am 3 weeks out, and down 22lbs. *Note: My photos have not been edited. They will load up to a large size on your screen. ("Close button is on the bottom right hand side.")They were taken on my cell phone while I was in the hospital, so please excuse any darkness and discrepencies. I get alot of questions like; What was it like? (Great Experience for me) Have you ever been there before? (Nope! Had to get a Passport and everything.) Where you scared? (Of course, but I needed this surgery -- so fear was not an option!) Keep in touch all.. *Note: There were 2 bathrooms in my room. *Note: There were 2 tv's in my room also. -
Anyone getting banded March 25th?
hopeinapril replied to Khrystah's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Me too! I'm glad someone else is having focus problems. I sneak on the website at work, which is something I NEVER do. (It's not forbidden.....I have a job to do, not hours to spend in the office!) I have bought a bunch of things. I have a new heating pad, liquid tylenol, gas x stripes, various types of Protein supplements, flintstones Vitamins, calcium carbonate......and more! I am consumed with the surgery. It seems to be getting closer and closer. I really don't expect to sleep the night before. I hope that I have a early surgery time! -
Bubbles Or Gas ..2 Days Out..!?!
Holly5.3 replied to steelergirl's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm 4 weeks post-op and my stomach "talks" to me when it's empty (cuz I can't tell anymore!)- It is my alarm clock in the morning, gurgling and groaning. I also have to burp! WTH?!? Once I take my stomach meds and start sipping a protein shake, it goes away. I noticed on way home from work it was doing it again! I hope once I'm on heavier foods the sound affects stop already! -
Birth Control pills and weight loss
Lessofme1008 posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi all, I was banded 10/24/08. I lost 16lbs the first week and a half and now i am at a stand still. I wonder if anyone has experienced a slow weight loss because of the birth control pills. I will not have my first fill til Dec 4. But i am eating 3 4oz meals, sometimes a snack lots of water and lots of protein????? Any ideas:tounge_smile: -
Surgery June 3 and still really tired
katyp1203 replied to ainnjay's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had my surgery on June 5th and I am still dealing with some fatigue. I increased my protein to 60 grams per day and it has helped. -
Anyone Hear Of Ultramet Protein Shakes?
kittylove32 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's by champion nutrition. Those are my pre op shakes. Wondering how they taste. Thanks! -
Need Pre Op advise from Gastric Sleeve veterans (Surgery Match 11, 2015)
☁️9⃣B???? replied to Soma's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I m schedule for the same on 12th March so yayyy You should have started with your pre-op diet your diet will be less than a week and yes isopure ready to drink flavors are quite nice and chocolate and coffee and banana flavors are good when it comes to the Protein shakes. H. Pylori is bad enough considering you are already on medication and antibiotics, and your surgeon is ok with it... I personally think you should stress yourself on it. And just go with what your doctor says. I m sure you will do well... Goodluck! -
No- not so much after walking. Post work out protein is to aid in muscle maintenance, growth and recovery. A small shake before and after can assist your body with using less of your stores protein (muscle) and catabolism, but for light exerue your best to minimize calories. Be sure you are getting over 70g per day though. 90-100 is even better through a reduction in simple carbs.
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You should have 20-30g of whey protein within 60 minutes of a work out to preserve strength/muscle gains.
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To anyone who lost weight Pre-op
Julia_N replied to Lady Lap Band's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My doctor put me on 2 protein shakes and one small meal a day. I think I lost 20 pounds the first month. It's since slowed because I'm indulging in holiday treats. It's tough now, but I figure at least I won't be hungry after surgery, whenever that comes. -
To anyone who lost weight Pre-op
shelley2b replied to Lady Lap Band's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My doctor put me on a lean protein and green veg diet for the week before my op - it worked really well and I lost about 6-7 pounds the week before. I basically got South Beach protein meal replacement bars and had them along with fish and chicken - broccoli and lettuce... it worked. Good luck! -
Well...today I purchased all my protein drinks for my full liquid diet. 44 of them. I start on Wednesday. I am beyond nervous. But so ready for this to be done.
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Acceptable Protein Shakes
latisanava replied to Golfbooboo's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
i use walmarts body fortress whey protein powder it has26g protein 2 g sugar 140 cal i mix it with skim milk very good, and gnc has an unflavored powder 110 cal 2 g sugar 21 protein and i mix it with my crystal light,very yummy hope that hellps -
6 weeks post op and struggling
blizair09 replied to Munchiexa's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
How many calories are you taking in per day? Carbs? Protein? How much water do you drink each day? Do you track everything you eat and drink? What do you do for exercise each day? -
Has anyone ever used emedical financing to pay for their surgery? I have to pay a 500 dollar deposit to my surgeon to secure my surgery date ( I'm going to mexico) so I was trying to figure out all my options. Thanks!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G530AZ using the BariatricPal App
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Morning 1 egg with 1/4 cup fruit Protein shake snak lunch 1/4 cottage cheese w/ 3whole wheat crackers Protein snak 2oz fish or any protein 1 corn tortilla 1/4 cup veggie Sample menu I was given...im on regular goods now but even on full liquids I lost ssme ..first two weeks after surgery I only lost about 7 lbs...has been slow since beginning. .just afraid that my weight loss will eventually be 1 lb a week..lol...
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Day 10 Post-Op, What A Difference A Day Makes!
Mensch replied to carolc's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I feel ya! Day 5 post op here! Working on the fluid/protein piece but feel great! No pain meds since I came home. Knock on wood, it's been textbook. I am soo grateful! -
Hi Alex, Congratulations on this wonderful site. I think it would be great if we had our own personal weight logs on here. I was a member of a UK weight loss surgery site and here's the link to my log there : WLSInfo Forums You set up the weight log by entering your starting weight and height and the programme works out your BMI and weight loss total with every entry and also the percentage of your excess weight lost. There was also the option of making them public so every member can view it or keeping it private, for personal use only. I found it invaluable and it kept me motivated as I could see where I started and how far I'd come. Just an idea. Yvonne x
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going out of town
deaddemmama replied to Leslie1976's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I went out of town a couple of weeks ago and brought mio drink flavoring. It helped if I wanted something other than water at a restaurant. What stage are you in? It might help to find a store at your destination that has protein drinks...I was only gone a couple of days and I really fell down on my protein for a couple days! -
Restriction Question
elcee replied to justinsmami91's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This is normal. Some foods are difficult to eat and will fill you up really quickly e.g solid Protein such as meat/chicken. Other foods go down really easily so it takes lots to fill you up. They are called slider foods and you should try to avaoid them. They include crisps, chocolate, icecream, Desserts etc. Some sliders are OK in small quantities as they provide imprtant nutrients e.g yogurt. I am not surprised you got stuck on a hard boiled egg. I have always found them dry and really difficult to eat even preband. The thing is to always eat slowly, small bites and chew really well. If you do get stuck stop eating and don't try to drink as it makes it worse. I generally try to burp or cough the stuck item up as when it comes up you get relief. Some people guzzle a fizzy drink really quickly. Apparently this unblocks you and brings iit up really fast so only do it near a toilet or sink!Others swear by papaya enzymes but for me they do nothing. In time you will figure out what works for you. Also the optimum level of fill to achieve restriction is different for everyone. Some people have 10 cc bands with only 1 or 2cc and they are restricted. Others have overfilled bands. As for the scale............ I still jump on it EVERY morning! -
I keep some Papaya tablets on hand to help dissolve any type of Protein that gets stuck. You might try some GasX in case there is trapped gas. Altoids seem to help some also. Do try warm liquids....in fact, stay on liquids for a couple of days after this incident becaue you are probably going to have some swelling and irritation for a while afterward. It's a miserable feeling but it will pass.....try to remember what you ate and how you can prevent this from happening. next time. It took me a few months to get good at the 'mechanics' of eating and sometimes still have an incident when I try something new.
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Cheap Pre-lap Band Surgery Tips And Ideas
Corrigan replied to kymie9899's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'll second the Costco Muscle Milk, It's OK with water and if you can afford the calories, it's better with skim milk. They have protein bars too, unfortunately they taste like chocolate covered sawdust, but they do have 20g protein. Cottage cheese is cheap and has quite a bit of protein and is pretty filling. You have to buy food anyway so just make it healthy. Grainy, wheat bread is good toasted, if you can eat it. To begin, you'll need sugar free jello, s/f Popsicles. S/f fudgesicles Costco chicken bullion, instant potatos thinned out are good for full liquids. The food section has a lot of good ideas and Google is full of liquid and solid food ideas.
