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Yup....bandster hell. Hang in there, because it will be better when you can eat more substantial food. High protein foods helped me feel more satisfied. You'll eventually get there, but until you do, just take it one day / hour / minute (lol) at a time and hang in there!! You can do it!
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I think the first thing you need to do is not go forward with the thinking that you will never have a certain food again! Yes we have to change our ways after surgery but I am able to eat a little bit of anything! I don't normally, but if there is a special occasion or meal I can have a treat sometimes. As far as the food funerals??? When I knew I had a date I went to the store before my pre op and picked up a pint of some kind of ice cream (can't even remember the flavor how sad) went home and ate half of it that night and finished it the next day.. After I ate it?? Nothing, it was just gone it didn't feel special it didn't make me feel better, in fact it did nothing for me except make me feel crappier about myself. And added to the weight I needed to lose.. Fast forward to today, I can eat normal again so if I wanted a bit of ice cream I could. So I guess what I'm saying is don't sabotage yourself with thoughts of "I need to eat this now because I can never have it again" Oh the pre op diet Zare will take care of that for you and provide the shakes, it's two weeks I think? You will go through all of the stages of food after that he has spelled out for you. Now I'm on all foods but I eat a lot different than I used too. Mostly Protein and veggies. No more rice bread and Pasta..
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The last time I tried steak it did an immediate u-turn ... I tried Trader Joe's Authentic Carne Asada, it was really tender and I had no problem with it so that is another option if you find you're not able to do the steak. I eat hamburger meat all the time and have had no problems. I currently have a pot roast cooking in the crock pot, it'll be the first time I've tried that since banding so we'll see what happens Good luck on your Lap Band journey!
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I've been reading the posts everyday for a few weeks and decided to sign up and join in....gonna get my sleeve on May 12th....any advice?? I am starting week two of a liquid/protein bar diet and it has not been easy.. found out that i really am a stress eater!!!
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Lurker coming out- Surgery on 1 April
nborz replied to nborz's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey! I bet you're nervous and excited huh? I know I am... this diet is kicking my butt! I ended up "cheating" somewhat yesterday, although my doctor said that the first week of the diet I can supplement with a high protein/low carb/fat meal here and there. I still felt guilty and it didn't taste good. -
Muscle milk sugar free with 15 g of protein.. Does it sound bad? I want opinions
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I'm not terribly knowledgable about protein drinks, but do know that muscle milk chocolate is one of the few I can choke down.
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Preparation for Surgery and Post Surgery
kykim replied to mimi53's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The biggest thing I can recommend is to find protein drinks for post surgery. I can not stand the whey protein drinks they make me ill. You have to get the protein in so this can be a big deal. Recommend Pro Joe coffee drinks I dont know how I made it with out them:) -
I have found that my sleeve will NOT tolerate anything sweet. I made stir fry last night and had it over spaghetti squash. It promptly made a reappearance approx 10 min after I ate it. Tried dipping my pork chop in ketchup tonight just to give it a little extra moisture and it made my stomach hurt. The only vegetable I've been able to eat is english peas, but I tolerate most meats just fine as long as they are plain. I'm never hungry so if I'm going to eat I prefer Protein over anything else. I feel like I need to be adding more veggies and fruit but I just don't want it. Anyone else feeling this way?
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Yes, I travel overseas most of the year (I'm only in the US 3 months during the year). I bring in my luggage or have my preferred protein powder shipped. Other than post-workout shakes I get the rest of my nutrition from regular food.
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Yes. There's a link to it on the Unjury protein website.
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Dr. Spiegel should be more personable. Im sorry but someone getting in my face about my weight and not even praising me for the weight I had lost over the time span I hadnt seen him, basically telling me not good enough, is not going to motivate me to lose weight. In fact if ANYONE gets in my face and tells me to do something, I do the direct opposite just to piss them off. Its the immature kid in me, but I dont appreciate someone ordering me to do something. I like options. HE DOESNT LISTEN EITHER! He asked me a million times how much fish I could eat, and I told him I dont know I havent eaten fish and this goes on and on and on.....I dont eat Chicken either, it doesnt go down well, and he just cant understand that! I need another fill, but I frankly dont want to see him again. I do not like him, I dont really have too many issues with the staff, but he as a person has a horrible attitude towards his patients. Its like we are cattle and he is the farmer. He found FAT and found a way to make money with it. Thats all he cares about, once he has the cash (oh and CASH ONLY), everything goes out the window. Ive known Surgeons with EXCELLENT People Skills, thats no excuse. As far as Im concerned he needs a little plastic surgery himself, he's looking old, and I hope his surgeon treats him the same way he treated me!
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Tomorrow I Fly To Cancun For Surgery & I Keep 2Nd Guessing Myself
Delena2/11 replied to Faith4me's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Hi Faith, I haven't had my surgery yet but I have been to Cancun. It is beautiful! I see you sipping Protein shakes on your patio as you recover! Looking out over the blue ocean. I wish you had someone to share it with you though. Best of luck to you! Dee -
I have lost over 160 pounds since having surgery in December of 2012, I do have skin issues, but by making sure I get enough protein in and by doing strength training in the gym as much as possible I have not only not lost any muscle mass but feel that I have built muscle. I am a paramedic by profession and as such need to be able to lift and move people with ease so this was very important to me, but by remaining focused it has worked out well for me. Good Luck.
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I've seen this question before so it's probably in the archives but my energy level is incredibly low. I've been getting my protein in more than ever before as well as fluids and still...falling flat in the energy dept. How long does this last until some fashion of normalcy kicks in?
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Gained weight before surgery...
peggers replied to LG1981's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Prob depends on how strict your Dr. is. i have been told that my Dr. is VERY strict. we even have to take a test prior to surgery on all we have learned, and post op requirements. I would do protein and shakes the rest of the week, and water..Good luck:) -
Newbie, My Journey So Far...
JustFluffy replied to chelly_pea's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Chelly, keep in mind that you may not get restriction with your first fill, regardless of the amount. It can take more than one fill to get to your "happy place". Make sure you are getting in ALL of your water and required protein. The protein will help keep you from getting hungry. And, if you have picked up the bad habit of drinking soda - put it down and never drink another - the carbonization can open up your band and make what restriction you may have all but disappear. -
So I am at my 5 week mark and the lbs have been coming off like clockwork, until last week that is. Started at 371, surgery at 330, down to 290 last week, now I have stalled and even gained a pound or two back. I'm starting to freak a little because of it. I just recently went back to actual food, but I eat protein first then veggies, rarely any fat (no fried food or anything). I exercise and walk, although stress over the past week from work is causing sleeping probs. I don't want to see that scale go the wrong way. Any advice?
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One month and noticing a slow down
Airstream88 replied to kalel51's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Are you making your protein and fluid goals? It's really important to get in the prescribed amounts of both. Many people experience a stall at the 3 week mark or so. Your body is just trying to adjust to everything that's happened to it. Keep plugging away and I'm sure it will pick back up. After a loss, my body fluctuates up and down for a few days and then I lose another couple of pounds. I definitely never lose any weight the day after a good workout. I've learned to go with the flow! -
Help!! Tired of Sweet Drinks!!
sandy1 replied to Chickie55's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I also was banded on the 20th and am right where you are. Getting sick of liquids. I tried tomato soup and that was different. So far it stayed down. I know the protein shakes are necessary right now to get all the protein and to help you heal! I also am drinking a little diet cranberry juice-so you might try that. -
I was banded 4/20/11. I have been feeling soooo hungry or maybe it is just gas!! I am not quite sure. That is getting better but today I feel a little nauseus and the thought of having one more Chrystal Lite or protein shake really makes me feel sick!! I have been having chicken broth but that is also getting old. Does anyone have any suggestions about something else I can drink that is NOT sweet.
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Will insurance cover a band to sleeve conversion?
RickM replied to CandaceH80's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
This is another of those "it's anybody's guess" things. There is a different Blue Cross organization for each state, and they will all vary on their coverage details depending upon local market conditions and state laws. Then there is a difference between individual plans, ObamaCare plans and employer provided plans - all of which can vary depending upon what options the employer chooses to buy. Some plans don't cover WLS at all (even if they did in the past) while others limit the benefit to only one WLS per lifetime. Muddying the waters further, if the revision you seek is due to complications of a previously covered surgery, then it is not a WLS procedure but is treating that complication (it sounds like it to me, but it isn't my decision.) There should be policy bulletin for your BC policy online that spells out what applies to your policy - what they cover or exclude as relates to WLS. You can call their number, but don't take their answer as the last word, as the customer service reps have been known to be wrong. When you find a surgeon to handle your case, their insurance coordinator should be able to tell you exactly what your policy covers, as it is their job to know the lingo and understand all of that fine print. I understand that some surgeons are averse to working on other surgeon's patients (fixing others' mistakes...) but that is not an exclusive thing. One of the docs that I associate with (he runs out support group now) does a fair number of RNY to DS conversions, which as he doesn't ordinarily do RNYs, means that he is fixing other's mistakes (as well as fixing wonky sleeves that others have left behind) so they are out there - you just have to look. Thinking about that a bit more, if a surgeon doesn't want to revise other's patients, then he is either making a lot of mistakes himself that need revising, or he isn't very experienced in doing revisions, so you are better off searching for someone else. Good luck,,,, -
It's very early in the morning of day three and I am so glad to begin feeling human again. I'm experiencing minimal gas and side pain and making sure that I balance rest with walking. I'm have the most difficulty remembering to sip! Per my Doc's orders, I will begin introducing Protein shakes today and hope for the best. I do hope all my fellow 9/7 Sleevers are doing well. Have a blessed day everyone.
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Water Consumption
jeannierk replied to Southern Charmer's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was told don't drink 1/2 hr. before, during and 1/2 hr. after eating. I do have a hard time not drinking with meals sometimes I would take a sip. But a no, no. 64 oz. a day includes all liquids you drink in meal. Protein for hair loss I'm supposed to have 75grams daily not sure if I do it. I lost little hair. -
Ok gotta start my Pre-op Next Week!!! I have to follow a low carb/high protein diet for 2-3 weeks prior to surgery which will be on Aug 26th, has anyone done a low carb/high protein diet? is it easy, expensive hard to follow??? i really wanna do this right since i am self pay i dont wanna waste my precious $$$ :ohmy: i have purchased protein drinks low carb bread for sandwiches what else should i make any and all comments greatly appreciated
