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There was a great debate on another forum about weight loss and hair loss. Some people say it's Protein, some say it's rapid weight loss, some say (like Daisy stated) that's a huge shock to your system. I didn't experience any hair loss with my band surgery. I'm a month out from the sleeve, and haven't noticed any hair loss.
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I might have to start paying rent...
Aleena replied to kkent8704's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Stalls will happen some will be longer than others, I been on a stall for 3months now yes its frustrating but we must keep on going maybe increase our water intake and protein,..until our bodies start to function again and it gets ready to start loosing pds,..just keep in mind while stalling we do loose inches. -
Four months post - surgery............My Hair :(
Babbs replied to Tauruslady5's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
In my humble opinion, nothing will prevent your hair from falling out. It happens to most. I thought I dodged a bullet, but I started losing hair at around 5 months. I do everything by the book...vitamins, protein, you name it. Still lost some hair. Luckily, it was thick enough that I was the only one who noticed. Well, along with my hairdresser At almost 8 months out, I am noticing some re growth, ( I look like I stuck my finger in a socket with all the new hairs growing in) so it didn't last too long. Hopefully it will be the same for you -
Hi {almost} surgery twin! I'm being sleeved on the 10th. My liquid diet starts on July 5th, it's 3-4 protein shakes per day and water and/or other clear liquids only.
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Day 1 ,2 clear liquids Day 3 to 13 - protein shakes, yogurt, cream soup, unsweetened applesauce, malt I meal Day 7 add soft cooked eggs non fat refrained beans and low fat cottage cheese Day 14 to 49 - soft solid foods Eight weeks and beyond - progress toward solid food
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Four months post - surgery............My Hair :(
Tauruslady5 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
4 months post-surgery and OMG my hair is really falling out. Why? I was told I eat enough Protein, I drink my Calcium, I take my Vitamins and also take my Biotin. I am ready to shave my head and see what happens. Any ideas besides the shampoo w/Biotin in it..... Thanks.............. -
That's correct. The diet may be 4-5 shakes a day plus broth and sugar-free drinks or 2 shakes plus one meal consisting of protein and non-starchy veggies. The idea is to shrink your liver in preparation for the surgery. They have to move the liver out of the way to perform the sleeve and it reduces the risk of them nicking it. From what I've read here (I have about a month before I'll be at this stage), the first 3-4 days are the worse. Good luck!
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Sometimes I can eat more than other days. Is that good?
Arabesque replied to CaliRexx's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Calories are always going to fluctuate a little anyway simply because you don’t eat the exact same foods every day. It’s why I focussed more on appropriate portions for what I ate & number & frequency of meals & snacks. I believe it always averages out. Like there’ll be days when you eat more protein & others when you’ll eat less. Same with fluids. Remember too though, your portions & calories are going to slowly increase as you progress until your weight stabilises & you’re in maintenance. I was told I would eat 1/4-1/3 cup from purée increasing to a cup at 6 months. You can always check with your team for additional guidance about what it appropriate for you at this stage. There are still days I can eat more than my appropriate portion or want an additional snacks. I tell myself I’m eating enough to meet my needs & if I want to eat more something else is going on (hormones, boredom, emotions, stress, etc.) & it’s not real hunger. Of course it took time to learn this. At times I still can’t eat all of my appropriate portion too. I’m simply not hungry, my tummy is being a bit odd or fussy, what I ate is sitting more heavily or is more dense, etc. I always believed it’s fine because I’m listening to my body which is more important. -
Clear Protein shakes
Italiancurves replied to AbsoluteEnvy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Isopure... Comes in many flavors, is clear, 160 cals, 40 grams Protein costs around $5 per 20 oz bottle. NEW WEIGH...I've seen it in watermelon and fruit punch found at Walmart for about $2.50 a vial. Less cals and 42 grams protein but I cannot drink this straight, I pore it into an empty ISOPURE bottle and top of with cold Water. unjury...clear Protein powder u can mix into anything. Broths, juice etc. and once u start back on food you can add a scoop to just about anything. Go to www.unjury.com to order sample packs. Best wishes... -
What kinds are good? My surgery is tomirrow doing final preparations :-) can't wait!
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Food Ideas For Clear Liquid Diet Phase??
screeden replied to CarilLu's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
i had the protein shakes the first week, just drank them slowly. go to www.lapband.com and you can get tons of recipes for all the stages, to shake things up with the broths. i know it sucks, banders hell, but you are still very swollen. i did the broth for the 7 days, just mixed it up with the recipes i found for a change. after that first week it does get better. i was so happy to have cream of tomato soup -
Question: has anyone had an entire month of little loss?
MarceMonster replied to MarceMonster's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Thank you both for your advice. Yes I spoke to my NUT last Saturday. She said to add in at least half a protein shake immediately after my workouts (on top of what I already eat). I started doing that this week so we will see if it helps. Your probably right about the goal timeline thing, I have to learn to be more flexible with it. I am trying not to be too hard on myself, but that's easier said then done... -
When can I eat salad or bread?
gotmyeyeontheprize replied to Cita_Debi's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think everyone's surgeon is different regarding when they can eat things. For me, I can not have any bread, potatoes, rice, pasta, etc. until I have lost 75% of my excess weight. I can have salads about 3 weeks post-op, but only after I have had my 3 ounces of protein. So, there may not be any room in my pouch to hold a salad. The only option I have is to add some shrimp, crab, chicken, etc. to my salad to get the protein in too. Good luck! -
What am I doing wrong?
Bettyboop56 replied to heatherdbby's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Great. I lost 33# the first month then a stall for 2 weeks now. I now am getting enough energy with soft foods so set up my treadmill. I will rejoin my gymn membership in January. Plan to do some mall browsing to get steps in. Just got my fitbit out. For 5 days the 4th week, no scale movement and then bam 3#. I guess patience, hydrate and protein while getting to enjoy life is key. Scale 2x a week. -
Extreme fullness
OutsideMatchInside replied to olivejuice's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
@@olivejuice I had Jello on my tray in the hospital, also on my tray was coffee/tea, broth, and a Protein shake. I had to make a decent dent into something to be released from the hospital. I had a Protein Shake, broth and a couple cubes of jello. I wouldn't bother with jello because it has no nutritional value. You should be using all your stomach space for protein right now. liquid Proteins count as your Water. -
Hi there! This is the first blog I am writing about me- Ive posted some responses to others, but would like some feedback. I am about 4 weeks out of the sleeve. I just started my mushy foods phase a week ago and have finally seen 8 pounds of weight loss. I am trying to get my energy back and am excited to finally feel more like me! I wanted to know, for those of you who had the sleeve, how much weight did you guys lose in the first month, second, and third, what kind of meals were you making? I have been mushing fish and avacado together, taking about 2 small bites. Ive had cream of wheat, applesauce, sugar free pudding and jello.. soup(low sodium), cottage cheese, mini wheats cereal (2 squares) soaked in skim milk.. any other options out there? I was feeling a little depressed because a lot of people who call to see how I am doing cant help but ask how much weight Ive lost. When I say 8 pounds, and its been 4 weeks, they are like.. oooh.. well how much are you going to lose? It is a little annoying and got me down at first, but Im trying to stay positive. Has anyone else had this feeling of wanting to tell people to be a bit more sensitive?!
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Even though it doesn't involve protein - I give myself a break from the sweet by having a cup of chicken bouillon a day. It is super high in sodium, but I find myself needing to get that sweet taste out of my mouth sometimes. Plus, I am more oriented towards salty foods than sweet, and so the shakes part is hard for me.
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Premier Protein Shakes
Whitney1968 replied to PlBren's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I haven't had any problems with them. I love the strawberry and Cream and chocolate one. My doc didn't want me to start on the shakes until 2 weeks after surgery. I have now switched to Isopure Zero Carbs. You will need to get more Protein in you. The Isopure has 50 grams of protein. -
Protein supplement suggestions?
TipTop in TX replied to merica34's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am almost 4 months out and I still drink protein shakes. GNC has a 100% whey protein that is unflavored that I have used some. You might just try different ones. GNC carries other brands besides their own and some of them come in small sample packets. -
No Flavor Protein Powder
Time4ChangeNY replied to MommyRedmond's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You can find genpro on amazon.com. You only need a small amount and it tasteless. Not all unflavored Protein powders are. -
No Flavor Protein Powder
alyssa9409 replied to MommyRedmond's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
There is a brand called unjery that has a protein powder that is not flavored. -
Please help!!!! Need some meal ideas.
missez posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi All, I was banded on 09/30/10 and feeling like my progress is going no where. I just had my first fill on 11/01/10 which was 1cc and I still feel hungry. I have only lost 22 pounds since my pre surgery diet which started on 09/26/10. I need help!!!! I'm sure I'm not getting enough protein and I am getting bored with the same protein filled foods I have been eating. Any suggestions on meal ideas are appreciated and needed. -
And yes, I said episodeS..as in plural... I got my 2nd fill yesterday, 2 1/2 cc's, and things were OK. I hate 5 1/2 cc's 2 weeks earlier that didn't affect me. Anyway, I stuck with liquids last night, no problems. I had egg beaters for Breakfast (maybe 2 - 2 1/2 oz) and, OH MY GOSH! Let's just say they weren't as tasty the 2nd time. Yes, slimy, yucky stuff came out... a few times... Mind you, this is at work...and in the garbage can at my desk. Thankfully, I'm not loud. Sooo, I played it safe & had some yogurt about 2 hours later because my stomach was growling at me. That went down OK. But, I was still hungry, so several hours later, since I didn't really have much in the way of Protein, I tried to have a Southbeach PB protein snack, which I've had in the past. Holy 2ND stuck episode people!!! Hey, you'd be proud as I made it to the ladies room this time. I know, impressive. WTH! Obviously, here it is dinner time, and I'm afraid to eat anything. Oh, I'm hungry! I know I need to suck down some protein in the very least. I don't want to read into this & think that I might need an unfill yet. The NP that did my 2nd fill yesterday said that she called this the OH CRAP fill because I'd be able to tell the difference from the 1st fill (which I couldn't notice). Um, yea! I'm going to journal what I eat tomorrow & see how things go. It could be that I ate too fast & didn't chew the eggs, or the PB snack enough. I have been known to inhale food in the past, so I'll be mindful of that. The other thing is that maybe I also need to space my food intake further out... wait longer to eat the next snack or meal. I'm going to keep an eye on this before I panic. I hope the newbies learn from this, in a good way. CHEW CHEW CHEW AND EAT SLOOOOOWLY (no, apparently I didn't learn from my 1st stuck episode a week ago).. "Honey, where's my protein drink!" xoxo everyone!
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when will my hair stop falling out?????
mnn2501 replied to patticNJ's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
100 g of Protien is about the equivelant of 1 pound of Beef. I don't know about you but I couldn't eat that much if my life depended on it after being banded. Protein shakes are your friend. -
when will my hair stop falling out?????
patticNJ replied to patticNJ's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Jodi, Thanks, I think my last fill is giving up a little. I can actually eat now. I am able to get some more food in me. I am still very tight in the morning, but my Dr said that sometimes it is from not drinking all night. I can usually eat around 11, but then i try to eat my lunch or a snack. I have a nice fruity shake for breakfast, with Protein milk and fruit, it equals about 350 calories and 35 g protein. then for lunch i have chili, or tuna or chicken, with some crackers and tomatoe. for dinner it is whatever i make the family minus the rice, Pasta or potatoes. So last night it was 4 slices of London Broil with some corn. I've never been one to journal my food, otherwise WW would have worked for me LOL. ok gotta check the crying baby. thanks, Patti
