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Losing Inches!
D1NOnlySexyLady replied to JimmyGotSLEEVED's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Would you mind sharing that guide with me? I haven't been drinking my Protein Shakes as I am suppose to, all because I forget that I have to eat. My email is marcelleg_18@yahoo.com. And thanks -
I didn't know "no" coffee I just thought no caffeine. I use decaffeinated coffee in some of my Protein drinks and I don't have a problem. Maybe this is something to further talk to your doctor about if there are major concerns about it.
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Hello! I was banded the same day. I'm experiencing the same exact things. The gas pain in my shoulders is getting better. I went for a 3 mile slow walk yesterday and it def helped. As for being hungry.. I am starving too! But when I try to take in a protein shake I start getting the hiccups after a few swallows. If you haven't had the hiccups yet.. You're lucky. They hurt! I tried a Greek yogurt yesterday and nothing has ever tasted so good!!! I only ate half and took tiny spoonfuls. I was satisfied. About th tummy rumbling... Dang.. My two year old thought a monster was in mamas tummy! I went out and bought gas x strips and they are amazing!!! Not sure if you've gotten that weird pressure in your chest where you feel like you have to burp, but can't. Whenever I feel that pressure, I tak a gas x strip and it goes away. It has also cut down on 90% of my tummy rumblings. Good luck and keep us posted.
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Today was HARD!...... I didn't realize how hard this would be...... I'm gonna stick thru it but I need to figure out how to make these protein shakes
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need to shrink liver.....help
PinePal replied to angelicforever's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I start my pre-op (liver shrinking) diet on monday. 1/2 cup cream of wheat for breakfast, a 1/2 cup yogurt for lunch, and 1/2 cup of creamy Soup for dinner. I also get to have 8 oz of Protein shake and milk over the course of the day. My husband just got banded on Monday and did this 2 weeks of pre-op dieting as well. He lost 10 pounds or so. That is what our surgeon expects. I wish you luck with your liver shrinkage. -
Hello New To The Site :)
Anamor2011 replied to Anamor2011's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I had my band removed and 6 weeks later had sleeve. And I think I have had a slow weight loss since of a low BMI, but it has been a steady loss. I usually go 2-3 weeks without loosing on the scale and then loose 2-4 lbs and then again 2-3 weeks without loosing etc. I can tell you though that I have been loosing inches more than the scale moves. So I can't say I am not loosing because the inches and sizes are going down constantly. Now I have not exercised and have not been faithful with my protein intake, so if you step up more than I do, you might loose faster. Good luck! -
Protein Questions
Jesangel76 replied to jennifernc88's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey there. I got some info from the internet. For me, whey Protein has a much better taste than soy and its easier to digest and absorb and it doesn't sit in your stomach as long as other Proteins. So, it's probably the wiser choice post-op. If you go to the Vitamin Shop or GNC, they have these whey protein powders that you can make into shakes that taste VERY good. chocolate is the best in my opinion. Anyhoo, good luck and I hope this helps! How does whey protein compare to soy protein? A: Here are some of the differences between whey protein and soy protein. Whey protein is a nutritionally complete protein. It contains bioactive ingredients, like immunoglobulins and lactoferrin, that help support the immune system. Athletes prefer whey protein to soy protein due to its rich abundance of branched chain amino acids and its quick absorption rate. These are important to help repair and rebuild muscles after a workout or competitive event. Whey protein has a fresh, neutral taste compared and will not change the taste of foods you add it to. Whey protein does not contain isoflavones or any other components with potential hormonal effects. -
I just tried today for first time have surgery in 3 weeks, tastes good has 27 grms of protein and 11 of carbs per 14oz. On sale in S cal Albertsons this week 4 for $10. Anyone else used pre or post op? doesnt taste chalky or anything:tt2:
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Day 6 Preop Diet-Not Feeling Well
lipstix64 replied to kathyv's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow- that is rough. I only had to do a liquid diet for two days prior to my surgery. I just had my surgery on 0ct 16th and I habe to follow a diet of one shake a day, pluse clear soup, tea, crystaliite, etc. And, believe me , thats driving me nuts. I need food soon and caint wait until thursday nite when i can have 1 meal of soft protein. That goes for thw week and then it gets better from there.I cant believe you have to do liquid for over 3 weeks? If you are feeling that way, speak to your doctor. Thats not "head hunger", thats real hunger. Good luck -
Starving on these pre-op protein shakes
honk replied to drivera's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My experience with a liquid diet that low is that I was not getting enough calories. My doctor put me on a 500 liquid diet and I was miserable and perhaps allergic to the product. I do an hour of cardio a day. I was on it for like 4 days and lost nothing (doctor said I would lose a pound a day). When I went back to my own protein shake diet with one meal a day Calories about 900 a day I started loosing again. Personally I don't think you are getting enough calories. -
Nervous upcoming surgery / questions
Betty1971 replied to GMS1213's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
This sounds silly but a few things I wish I knew ahead of the game: Tylenol makes extra strength Tylenol dissolve packs where no water is needed 500mg packets (amazon) and it works so well when you don't need the high powered pain meds as it doesnt cause the constipation that the opiates do. Get a pack on hand as Walmart and such does not carry them that I can find. I didn't need much at all for pain where the surgery was concerned but I had headaches and couldn't take anything bigger than a pencil eraser and even that was difficult the first week. Walking may be uncomfortable but as early as the nursing staff lets you....walk walk walk and when you are tired walk one more time. The faster you can work out that gas from surgery will make your healing at home so much easier. As stated above just really try to get in that water and protein and everything else just kind of works out as long as you follow your diet plan from your surgeon -
Hey folks, I drink optimum nutrition chocolate Protein drink, so I was psyched to see it's on sale at 24 HR Fitness: http://mystore.24hourfitness.com/product_details.php?item=748927028669&pf_id=748927028669 Just thought I'd share with you guys.... It's nearly half off!
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Found Protein Shake I Like!
Ms skinniness replied to terrilynndrew's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
I have my whole family drinking Premier Protein Drinks. I get them from Costco. These are my favorite! -
Where and what proteine shakes are you using please? Thank s
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Nausea after drinking protein
pmoore replied to Missy1109's topic in Protein, Vitamins, and Supplements
I am 10 days post-op & Unjury whey and soy protein powder makes me extremely nauseated. Thought it was the whey but soy did the same today. Now I'm at a loss to why. -
I'll be starting my 2 week preop diet on April 30th for my May 15th sleeve date. I've been trying to replace one meal a day with a Protein shake to help get me ready. I'm noticing i'm getting nauseous after I drink a Protein Shake. I've tried 4 or so different kinds all with the same results. The only one I haven't had a problem with is nectar, Fuzzy Navel. Has anyone else experienced this ? Thanks, Missy
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My surgery is Sept 11 and I have been on the pre-op for 10 days Mine consists of 3 - sugar-free carnation instant breakfast in 1% milk, plus 2 lean-cuisines each 300 calories or less and at least 17 grams of protein. Was really hard the first 3 days now I have to force myself to eat the whole meal. I have 16 oz carnation breakfast for breakfast and one I heat up the milk then add the carnation breakfast drink powder and have a hot cocoa before bed, taste pretty good. Good new I have lost 15 lbs! :lovechoc:
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I drink it but fill the glass with ice to make it ice cold so it ends up diluted. I can only stomach a cup a day. That small amount is enough to get me to my 60 grams of protein.
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I'm another one who gets hungry. I remember telling my nutritionist before surgery when I would get hungry on the high protein-low carb diet that at least after surgery I won't be so hungry. She did seem to agree. I do get as hungry, but it sure takes a lot less to stop the hunger & that little lasts a lot longer. The hunger also isn't the pains that it was pre-op. Now it's more of a empty grumble.
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Hit my 9 Month Goal!!!
To Be Thin 2011 replied to To Be Thin 2011's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi! I count my calories, carbs & of course protein! I try keeping the calories between 800-1000, carbs under 45 and my protien needs to be around the 70 g mark.. but again, I am a larger than normal person... I walk, outside if possible if not I am on treadmill... I do 3 miles approx 5 days a week. I really had a tough time in July & August.....looking back now, I really feel I was not pushing the Water as much. It also was a very socially active copule of months and enjoyed a few cocktails which impacted my weight loss. I am back on track now and so badly want to hit "onederland" by Christmas! I cant think of a better Christmas present!! -
Hi there. You're right the diet isn't easy for sure. unjury Protein is really good and they make a chicken Soup flavor that is actually pretty good. It makes you feel like you get something salty. I was allowed sugar free Jello and sugar free Popsicles. Those really help. I will say days 4 and 5 were awful. I think I was having sugar withdrawal. Once that passed I have been ok. I still get hungry if I wait to long between meals but all in all it really does get easier. Ps the chocolate Unjury power is amazing! If you put it in the freezer it's almost like a thin Frosty from Wendy's. Good luck.
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I drink 1 protein shake like this every day before going to the gym... the caffeine acts as a preworkout supplement.
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Greetings everyone! I'm so happy I found this site on Thursday! I'm scheduled to be banded on December 23rd and I've been struggling through the pre-op liquid diet. Reading the pre-op post has kept me from cheating but I also may have picked the wrong Protein shake supplements so I'm a little worried about my liver being small enough. At any rate though, I'm glad that there is community site available.
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Absoluately love the Atkins Cafe Caramel RTD shakes for Breakfast. Reminds me of a trip to Starbucks. Interestingly, I didn't like the Cafe Caramel flavor before surgery - I only liked the Mocha Latte Shakes. Now I hate them, and everything that has the least chocolate-y flavor makes me queasy. I ordered a sampler pack of Syntrax nectar pre-surgery. I really like the fruit flavored drinks better than the chocolate/vanillas or any combination thereof. I have consistently enjoyed the Grapefruit, Fuzzy Naval & Lemon Tea flavors of Syntrax, and still drink at least one per day. My third shake of the day I use the powdered vanilla from Optimum Nutrition: 100% gold in the vanilla ice cream flavor, BUT I add a rounded teaspoon of instant coffee (decaf of course) plus a teaspoon of half & half, and some sugar free butterscoth pudding mix - maybe a couple tablespoons. I heat it up in the microwave and enjoy another Starbucks-like experience in the evening. One caveat - found immediately after surgery that coffee really turned me off. Before I started eating "real" foods, I made beef broth in the evenings with Better than Bouillon, and added some unflavored Protein powder to it. The protein made it taste just a little bit like beef stroganoff, plus I found I really craved salty stuff before I could start eating real food again. Best advice I've seen: just don't invest too much before surgery. Even during the first few month after, your tastes will continue to change. I remember trying a "Crystal Sky" version of Syntrax Nectar post-op, thinking it was great, and buying a whole tub. Now I can't stand it. So wierd.
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I also have 2 Quest bars a day for the Protein...the chips I do like, but the Peanut Butter cups I'm not too crazy about. As far as the bars, there are so many flavors to choose from, you can't help but find something you definitely like! Wish you the best success!!!
