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I LOVE the keto diet I'm on bc the weight is melting off the fastest it has been since surgery on 12/5. This past week I lost 12lbs! I'm at 73 1/2lbs down total and I'm never hungry. It's amazing! The only annoying thing is the constant thirst and dry mouth. Plus side is my water intake has increased from an already very high intake. Down side, dry mouth and peeing all day. Does anyone else following this way of eating experience these side effects from being in Ketosis?
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BCBS 6 mos diet requirement & comorbidity questions
SummerShadow replied to SummerShadow's topic in Insurance & Financing
Guess I'll be starting from scratch. :/ BC/BS of AL requires 7 months. I'm not going to be using my PCP or Endo if I have any say about it. I suppose I'll ask for a bariatric nutritionist from the get-go. Going to be a looooooooooooonnnng 7 months. -
My new PCP is not too keen on surgery in Mexico
MissKay replied to kinipela24's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I don't judge nor fault you for not wanting to wait. I started the process in December of 2015, I met the BMI requirement, but I didn't have any co-morbidities aside from possible undiagnosed sleep apnea (my bf would tell me about certain things that led me and my PCP to believe this). So they referred me to a sleep center to do the test. It took two months for the referral and appointment to get situated. It was scheduled for February. Then something came up that caused them to have to re-schedule, and it was another month out. Right before a trip I had had planned for months prior. I got fed up with it and just cancelled and started looking into Mexico. I went with Dr. Illan, and I have absolutely no regrets about doing so. His team is fantastic, he's so nice and caring. I also just loved that he was partnered with BP themselves, and Alex being a long standing person in the Bariatric community backing him as well just spoke volumes in my eyes. So I said to hell with proving the sleep apnea. Because even after that, then I had to do the 6 month weigh ins, psych eval, etc. etc. My weight gain was a culmination of my PCOS, bad eating habits, and severe depression from the PCOS. I could lose 30-40lbs, but I couldn't keep it off or get under that. I got fed up and booked with Dr. Illan the moment I got back from my trip. Now I'm 9 months post-op, 48lbs away from goal, and life is fantastic. Some don't have the means to take the self-pay option, and technically I didn't either (I took out money against my car, and my bf of 9 years took money from stocks he had and paid a portion of it too). But I'll say, it was the best $4400 I ever spent, and I wish I had done it sooner. To think that if I hadn't I would just NOW be getting my surgery? The thought makes me cringe and so happy that my impatience did me a favor for once. I did get lucky, my PCP had 2 other patients who'd gone to Mexico to get the VSG and had done great, and so that even eased my mind. She wasn't a stranger to it, and that was even better. She's been very supportive. If yours won't get on board, I'd definitely think about changing to a new one. -
What if you change fruits for vegetables?? I'm not allowed to eat fruits and it worked for me. I'm 3 months out and I lost 45lbs. 65lbs more to go. Ask your surgeon about cutting fruits (they have sugar) and replace them for non-starchy vegetables. Also remember, everybody is different and some people have what is called "week stall" where you don't lose anything for a week or two bc the body needs to adjust. Good lick
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This is too weird. Nobody even remotely should think of eating broccoli and cheese soup at 3 days postop. Seems fake, like this person is just trying to get attention. I've seen this kind of thing on a Facebook group I used to follow and the moderators would need to come in and stop comments (bc everyone would comment, either trying to help or bewilderment).
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I don't like any meat anymore. Reheated meat is an absolute no-no. I like fish, but pretty much all meat makes me nauseous. I love tofu and tolerate it very well. Refried Beans with melted cheese are another favorite. I am almost 3 months postop and pretty sure I'm gonna need Protein shakes forever. I sometimes have whole wheat saltines with nut butter (I like sunflower butter actually bc I'm allergic to peanuts). I make chili a lot and freeze it in small containers. One thing that actually makes my pouch happy is vinegar cole slaw. I don't know why, but it just does. If only that had protein.
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Need advice: Protein drinks
Tonabella replied to Tonabella's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
Thank you everyone! I got some isopure and plain grass fed whey to mix into my meals. So far so good. Now if I can figure out how to stop the acid reflux we'll be set. This is all so weird and new to me. My nutritionist appointments were so vague and no body really filled me in on what to buy. -
So I must be an anomaly[emoji19] bc I have lost no weight I'm 3mths and 2 weeks in and have only lost the initial 20lbs went to my dr several times and he now is also at a list keeps telling me wait it out Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Chicago- looking for a mentor or buddy I was sleeved 6/8/2016
GoddessBeauty replied to nycholle's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hello Guys, Surgery date March. 13th fed looking for a mentor. Connect with me Transformation -
Anyone from British Columbia, Canada?
CRV78 replied to onmywaytohealthy73's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm from BC, I just had my lapband surgery privately done in Ontario as False Creek in Vancouver was not able too. In Richmond, BC the wait list was so long and they didn't do the lapband there. Are you having you surgery done at Richmond Metabolic and Bariactic Surgery Centre? -
I have BC/BS of AL as well and am just starting this journey. My very first appt is in March with a surgeon, my very first step, but... my PCP sucks, and the last one sucks even worse (they're ratings online are spot-on). I'm a little outside of Montgomery and use Montgomery docs, but it's SO hard to find a PCP who isn't indifferent and with a crummy and often incompetent staff (I don't say that lightly either). I'm scared because I have to either stick with the doctor I have, who is one of those who speaks with you for a couple of minutes with his hand on the doorknob, office staff that won't answer the phone half the time (No menu or option to leave a message) and doesn't even let you know he's left the exam room for good until a nurse comes in to usher you out to pay. I'm trying to be pro-active and get letters that I need before my surgeon appointment next month, but it's like pulling teeth. I called to see if I could get a letter from my previous doctor, because he's who I saw at the beginning of 3 years ago... and was transferred to a nurse who interrupted me mid-sentence and left me on hold for 10 minutes before coming back and telling me someone will have to call me back from "New patients" in order to make an appointment. Thing is, I told the nurse I just wanted to see if I could get the doctor to write a letter and/or suggest the appropriate medical records to show my weight and BMI dating back when I first saw him in Jan 2013. She didn't listen and told me my account is inactive because I haven't been his patient since Sept 2016, then sent me to records. I don't want to go back there, it's horrible, but my current doctor isn't much better. I also feel that NOW isn't the best time to find a NEW doctor as they'll have to do records requests etc. I honestly don't know what to do. Already this stress and it's just the beginning of this journey. :/ Sorry my first post is nothing but a rant, but this is completely frustrating for me to already have a mess just trying to get a letter and records to show my weight and BMI. No one has called me back yet either and not sure when or if they will. Such is the nature of the beast with these two offices. Thanks for reading. Again, sorry for the rant.
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Weight Before & After
kkami12 replied to CantStopMeNow's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Sw 260 Bs 240 Cw 224 Sleeved 2/8/17 Feeling awesome -
Weight Before & After
kaleishab89 replied to CantStopMeNow's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
SW 259lbs BS 249lbs CW 232 Sleeved 2/17/17 -
I just found out Monday morning (2/24/17) that insurance approved my surgery within 24 hours, so go BC/BS of IL!!! Also, on Tuesday morning (2/28/17), I scheduled my surgery date for 4/24/17. It's still two months away because we're going on a cruise April 2nd, and this date would be the absolutely soonest it can happen once my two week pre-surgery diet will be completed.
It's funny. When I went to my first appointment on 12/21/16, I had every piece of lab work, X-ray, sleep study, and ultra sound needed in order to have this surgery done ASAP--and it still was a four month process from beginning to end. What they say is true. This process truly can't be rushed, because I tried and failed miserably
But hell, I'm still so excited, and incredibly thankful, I'm able to have it done.
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March 28 here, from BC, Canada
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My surgery is schedule for march 28 in Richmond, BC. Started preop Monday. Anyone else here moving along in BC?
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I am almost three years out from the RNY and I have never regretted it. It was alot of learn new feelings and now not being able to eat things as simple as eggs. But not everyone is the same. People with the RNY are usually able to keep it off and lose more due to the fact they have a small pouch (stomach) it hold less than the sleeve. And it takes a little longer to digest from what I was told. I was more scared to have the sleeve bc of all the stories I heard people would gain it back and I didn't want the surgery and time to be all for nothing if that happened to me. Either way it's a tool for a healthy life style. Everyone with WLS needed for a reason health issues, bad habits. But we all are choosing to change it for a even better reason.
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Seeking Buddies 5'2" & Under
shannon1980 replied to ladymacwhiz's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm also 5' and will have surgery march 13. I currently weigh around 180 and have my pre op on Wednesday. I wonder if our rate of losing weight is bc of our height? -
I'm feeling pretty good! I've been sleeping a lot better at home than I did in the hospital. No nausea, just pain in my stomach when I get up from sitting or laying down. Only been talking Tylenol 3 & Prilosec since I've been home bc that was what I was sent home with. Which surgery did you have? I had the sleeve. The only day I thought I may have regretted my decision was on Friday bc I was in so much pain and so nauseous. I'm very happy I made the decision today. I also start full liquids today!
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I am also always thirsty and can drink with ease. It worried me that I can bc others can't... Good app for water counting intake?
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Canadians having surgery in Mexico
1poundatatime replied to Monie717's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I'll be there the week before! From BC.. -
Fed 23rd here! How are you feeling? You're a day ahead of me hope you're well. Any feelings of regret/depression ?
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BCBS AL Insurance setback
SharBear617 replied to Krisbell's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My BCBS only required 3 months of weigh-ins, but mine is through the Fed employee coverage...I did all mine, 2/22/16, 3/21/16, and 4/22/16...no probs with approval. Am hoping you have the same outcome, best of luck! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App -
The broth makes me want to throw up as well. I'm 17 days post and I don't even eat bc of the smell. And I feel as if I'm going to regurgitate.
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Canadians having surgery in Mexico
1poundatatime replied to Monie717's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Dr. Ortiz from the OCC? I'll be there at the same time. I'm from BC.
