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Lap Band: Am I Crazy to Consider It?
Jeanniebug replied to Rjc0704's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'm sorry to hear about your sister. I had a bypass, so I still have all my parts. Technically, it's reversible, if something goes wrong. I don't know much about the latest advances in lap band technology. But, if you and your doctor think it's a good option for you, then I'd say go for it. You can always have it removed, if it doesn't work. -
There are still a few surgeons in the midwest that do lap band surgery. They say there has been great advancements and improvements. I am considering this less favored option because I supported my sister through an agonizing DS that slowly tortured her for 5 years until she passed shortly after a 2nd correction attempt. Countless doctors and nurses over the years looking after her in ICU said they wished they would stop doing GS and DS because there is not much that can be done when things go wrong. So the band is the only option I will consider. I am post menopausal and since starting sleep apnea treatment, I've gained even more weight and have a current bmi of 35. With diet and exercise I plateau and cant seem to lose more than 30 lbs. While there seems to limited weight loss as well as frequent complications with the Band, at least they seem to be correctable. Does anyone have any words of wisdom as I consider this?
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Food Before and After Photos
GreenTealael replied to GreenTealael's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Mex inspired chicken soup. It was surprisingly good because it had cubed chicken breast so it was way to focus on the protein. I only ate about half. -
Question about (very) small regain
Stella S replied to maintenanceman's topic in WLS Veteran's Forum
WLS in 2015 - I have a 5 lbs window and if above for very long I address by reducing the snacks and carbs I check water and protein. It is lifelong for me. I have regained up to 5 lbs from my window but back to post op life - about 6 months out diet. There is no easy way for me but I live a full life. I have been at my current weight since 2019 Best. -
@Johnpayne that’s not bad at all. I have to do 14 days . Protein shakes, jello, pudding I’m allow to eat one meal a day but it have to be high in protein. It’s either lunch or dinner. Of course plenty of fluids.
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Welcome, @Colin from California! Thanks for sharing! I'm glad you've found supportive people, that really sets you up for success. I have felt very informed by https://www.oursleevedlifepodcast.com/. The two hosts have had VSG and they interview others who have had it as well as experts in the bariatric field like dieticians, surgeons, trainers, protein product creators. In their episodes in the 50s they interview the brother of one of the hosts, so you might find that helpful. By what are the things you could be doing now do you mean like in terms of food or exercise or habit changes?
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I added a few drops of sesame oil to cauliflower and broccoli purée and that helped my craving for something savory during the puréed food stage.
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Question about (very) small regain
Arabesque replied to maintenanceman's topic in WLS Veteran's Forum
I get it. I too had about a 3lb gain after being stable for a year or so. Yes a small gain but just like you it was concerning to me. My fluctuation had been 48.5-49.5kg but suddenly I was 51kg. I liked being under 50kg & I too worried it was the beginning of the end. I am a believer in your body settling into it’s correct set point & what it needs to function effectively which may be at a higher weight. Building muscle will result in some gain. Becoming more complacent & less vigilant in your choices, making adjustments to your way of eating to better suit your lifestyle, medication changes, or your original way of eating was too limiting all can contribute to weight gain. For me, I discovered a contributing factor was my HRT was no longer working (absorption issue after my gall removal. I also had increased my protein intake due to the same absorption problem. Changed to a patch, made a slight adjustment to the protein sources I’d added (legumes be gone - well reduced) & slowly I lost not all but most of that gain. I now fluctuate between 49.5-49.9kg & have been stable for about 6 months. Funny thing is I do eat more than I did at the lower weight (about 1300 then & about 1500 now) which, according to those BMR calculators, is about right for me. If you want to nip the regain in the bud, maybe start with tracking your food intake for a couple of weeks to see what may be contributing. 100 extra calories can result in a 10lb weight gain over a year. You mentioned you’ve been snacking more & that may be contributing. May be drop one or two of those snacks, reduce your snack portions or look for a lower calorie alternative. But only change those things that are sustainable & don’t affect how you want to enjoy your life. You have to decide if the changes you may need to make to your eating are worth weighing a little less or whether being a couple of pounds heavier is an acceptable increase. And what an acceptable fluctuation may be for you. Unfortunately, I think we will always have to be vigilant. We have too much history with eating & weight gain not to be. All the best. -
SURGERY DAY!!!!
SleeveToBypass2023 replied to SleeveToBypass2023's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This is the one I have: https://unjury.com/bonjoy/bonjoy-campfire-latte-protein-gusset/ And I'm about to order this one, too: https://unjury.com/bonjoy/bonjoy-high-protein-chocolate-cookie-gelato-dessert-mix/ -
I think the drugs are too new to know about long term impact on health and how the body will cope after stopping injections and I don't want to wait for more studies before I take my health and weight under control. I was on other weight loss drugs from my doctor many years ago that did not work long term and also caused other issues (insomnia and rapid heartbeat). I know for me the surgery is the best option as this a life long change I want and need to make. Plus I don't have to pay for the surgery as it is covered by the national insurance here.
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Had my revision from sleeve to bypass on the 28th...
Smanky replied to SleeveToBypass2023's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I wasn't to take anti-inflamatories for the first few months because it's a stomach irritant, and with my GERD and propensity to develop stomach ulcers, that would have increased the risk of things getting stirred up. However it wasn't a "never again" thing. I take them now. I'd ask your team why they've permanently taken them off the table for you. As for swallowing pills - yeah, post-surgery seems to have permanently made it unpleasant. Never bothered me before, but now I avoid large tablets if there's a smaller option. I also opt for whatever chewable supplements I can get. I still have some I must swallow, so I just go slow. Can't speak for the revision weight-loss rate, but I hope all goes well for you now! You've certainly earned it! -
SURGERY DAY!!!!
LindsayT replied to SleeveToBypass2023's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Variety is nice. A friend of mine gave me a bunch of protein shakes to try before surgery and that helped narrow down what I liked. What I wasn't expecting was my tastes to change so much. -
SURGERY DAY!!!!
LindsayT replied to SleeveToBypass2023's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yep! How's the proteins working out? -
My doc gave me a restaurant discount card
NCL04321 replied to KathyLev's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I have one also but that doesnt mean a restaurant will charge you a lower price. If they dont have any smaller options for me, i will get the normal size and then bring some to lunch the next day, and give the rest to my husband to eat for his lunch. Certain restaurant kids menu are better than others. Texas Roadhouse has grilled chicken tenders on their kids menu. I usually order that with broccoli or carrots instead of fries. You will learn what restaurants will accommodate you. I stick to those restaurants that have something on the kids menu besides maccaroni and cheese or fried chicken tenders! -
Bad taste in mouth/disgusted with good?
lindsxlurid replied to destructapie's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I had the worst time with food aversion. It took me about four months to get over it. I couldn't eat chicken, eggs, pork… I was thankfully okay with greek yogurt so that was my main source of protein. It does go away, it just takes time. You could also have what they call "keto breath". I had that and it was NASTY. -
ALMANZA EVIL!
Midwest Grateful replied to Layla1222's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I am so sorry, @Layla1222. That's so hard. I don't know if this is an option, but I'm in the program at Cleveland Clinic's Bariatric & Metabolic Center. My surgeon is well known and respected. If you're looking for another opinion, I would highly recommend. I have some serious health issues, which is why I chose this program. My surgery is in a few weeks, but so far I'm incredibly impressed with the specialists. I wish you all the best, and I'm praying for you now... Don't hesitate to reach out. 💟 -
I have the lighter kind of ice cream occasionally. On holiday I had a scoop of the full fat / full sugar variety and it was ok, I did not dump or get the foamies. Life without the occasional treat would be only half a life. I keep my calories under 1300 and make my protein and liquid goals so C'est la vie
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The fear of dumping has kept me from eating very much sugar. I do enjoy the protein shake ice cream that I make, though. I haven't tried it in a cone - again, fear of dumping. But, you've inspired me to try to make a cone. I have one of those Dash mini waffle bowl maker things...
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Most bariatric patients should avoid sugar six months to one year after weight loss surgery. Many stick to this plan because they have experienced the impending sensation of doom. (aka dumping syndrome) Depends on which procedure you have done and even then, some don't even experience it. Also, there are a lot of sugar free ice cream options out there too, but I prefer to add those type of things after reaching my weight loss goal and during maintenance. I do allow myself the SF popsicles for now when I feel a need for a sweet treat.
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Curious About Post-Op Days
Brandiwine77 replied to FlowerGirl44's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I can still stomach one specific protein shake but the others, nope. And just the though of soup makes me gag. I even walked down the soup aisle at Publix the other day and gagged, lol. I have rebelled a bit and started some meat a wee bit early, as I wasn't supposed to yet, but I had so many food aversions, I felt I needed to try a little. So I did some lean ground beef and chewed super well and slow and it was fine. I did some tuna salad and it was fine. Grilled chicken nuggest from Chick Fil A? That's a noooooope. -
Curious About Post-Op Days
Heatherhei replied to FlowerGirl44's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ill be 3 weeks post op tomorrow and its really hard!! I just want something solid to eat....like meat! I have one more week till I can start Tuna and shaved deli meat so Im excited about that. Ive hit my first stall and its a little discouraging but i see pics and can definitely still see a difference. I cant really stomach anything with artificial flavor like the drink enhancers or anything like that. My taste buds have seem to changed. I cannot take the protein shakes no more, i cant eat refried beans anymore or cream of chicken soup. and i use to love those things....People keep telling me it gets better so im keeping hope!!! -
New obesity meds in progress
GreenTealael replied to GreenTealael's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
@SleeverSk @Jeanniebug @summerseeker Well thank goodness those are not the options people have to chose anymore! -
New obesity meds in progress
sillykitty replied to GreenTealael's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Thankfully the 1980's was 40 years ago. There has been much progress since then. I think comparing these new GLP meds to the ones mentioned above is like comparing a Tesla to a Datsun. The arguments against these drugs sound similar to what most of us heard about WLS. That someone knew someone who had horrible complications. That our stomachs are altered forever. That we will have to take supplements or meds forever. That they didn't need WLS to lose weight, so you shouldn't either. I have personally taken a GLP med. And I have known a number others who have as well. This is an option for people who aren't WLS candidates, or may just not consider that an option for them. It's also far fewer hoops to jump through and is not as life altering as WLS. I have known several people who have maintained their loss for over 6 months while being off the med. All the fearmongering seems unnecessary and unfounded IMO. The more options and less stigmatization for medically assisted weight loss the better. -
Curious About Post-Op Days
summerseeker replied to FlowerGirl44's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had awful nausea, some diarrhoea and no pain. It was tough getting in and out of bed as my bed is high so I used a step. I needed to be sat up in bed because my reflux was not under control. I seriously wished for a lazy boy chair. I didn't manage my meds and vitamins, never made my liquid goals and my protein goals were non existent. After a month and nausea meds and some serious advice from the lovely people on here, I began to improve. I worried my family a lot and at this point they noticed me getting on with things. My stomach staple line was very swollen and until the swelling dissipated I struggled. -
Does Eating really get easier?
ms.sss replied to Phish_Monkey's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
4.5+ yrs out, sleeved. i can eat about 1-1.5 cups of food at one sitting (more if its salad, less if it's dense protein or fluffy bread)....but if i eat bites at a time, here and there, over a long period of time, i can def pack in more.
