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Unfortunately, you will be hungry! This is probably the most frustrating time most of us will have with the band! Just follow your doctors restrictions, do as he says, and don't worry about your weight right now! This is the time your body is healing and getting use to something new! When you first start mushies from liquids most people will gain weight. You will wonder how that is possible and could get discouraged. My biggest advice would be don't weigh yourself for the first 8 weeks. It can mess with your mind! It will go up and down so much it can get discouraging! And just having surgery can make us emotional enough, you don't need to add that extra stress! After 8 weeks of healing and adjusting your mind and body to the band, then give it all you got! Good luck, stick with it, and the band will work for you if you work with it! It may not feel like it during this time, that's normal, but have faith! Again, good luck!
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I scheduled my surgery for June, but am having to push it back to August just due to school and scheduling issues. I'm motivated to lost some weight in the few months until then, though, and I really want to get a jump start on it, as well as get used to the preop diet. Did anyone do the liquids and 1 meal preop diet before you had to? I was thinking just for one week and then try to eat as healthy as I can and work out before my surgery.
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Anyone do a pre preop diet?
KarenElaine replied to rbmk14's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm pre-op. My insurance co (Tri-Care) requires a period of time to learn healthy eating and weight loss prior to surgery. Prior to seeing the nutritionist I had given up soda which was huge for me. My surgeon gets in my face and says, you are fat because you are addicted to food. I was warned before I got in there with him (I had my big girl panties on thank goodness). Also helped that he spoke from experience--he and his complete staff are banded. The surgeon staright off said get down to 30 carbs a day. Once I looked at food lables I was shocked. Several weeks later I saw the nutritionist--now I don't eat rice, pasta, potatoes. I'm gluten free, so I already don't eat bread. So, 30 carbs...totally doable! You really need this "pre" pre-op time to learn a new way of eating and that eating is truly overrated. We've been eating all our lives, some of us longer than others. I really wanted to jump in and get that surgery pronto quick. I know now, that had I done that, it would have been disasterous. We have to really learn, understand and come to grips with how we got here first. -
Tried to do a fancy dinner tonight to change things up alittle 4oz flounder, couple broccoli florets and half of a small potatoe baked in the oven with lemon juice salt and pepper, according to my fitness pal this totaled 156 calories, 8 grams carbs, 6 grams fat and 18 grams protein. The only problem was being only 3 weeks post op once I finished the flounder I was done. I guess my eyes are bigger then my stomach, literally.
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My surgery date is also April 27th! We can do this. I know it's hard but we'll get through and do great! You work from home, so you can gauge when you feel it's best to go back to work. I took 3 weeks off, but I'm hoping to go back after 2. Sending you good vibes!
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My name is Heather. I am 33 years old and have decided to have the LAP-BAND® procedure after a very frightening diagnosis of an ischemic stroke in the early part of summer. While the only effect of the stroke is a weakened left eye muscle, it scared me straight. I also have a co-morbidity's of high cholesterol (possibly high BP), migraines and some mild depression in the past. I am 5ft 9in. I have been on every diet imaginable and well we all know the outcome... Wonderful losses at first, then big gains! Woohoo!! NOT! Anyway, I am currently 249.6 pounds (10/26/09) and hell bent and determined never to make the 250 mark! (Pipe dream, I know!) I had my first appointment with Dr. Wilfred Aguila in Tampa, Florida on (10/26/09) and have my psych evaluation December 1st to find out how crazy I really am! I met with the nutritionist on Nov 12th, and then the packet of information goes off to my insurance company, (Humana). Then my surgery date.. target date is 1st or 2nd week in January 2010. I am excited and really ready to take care of ME!!! but I can't do it alone! ME3.... ME, My doctors, and YOU! :thumbup: Very much love and wishes of success to all. Heather
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I struggled my first month during my medically supervised diet (required for 6 months per my insurance). My head just wasn't in it - to me, it felt like yet another attempt to lose weight that I was just going to fail. BUT then I realized this is the time to get my act together because this time I will.not.fail. There's a light at the end of this yo-yo dieting tunnel and I'll soon have the tool I need to help me be truly successful. With the mindset shift, I was able to make a couple of changes that have really helped and I've been steadily losing since then. I started swapping out one meal a day with a Protein shake or Protein Bar (paired with some veggies or something small). That change led to other changes (better eating/better choices) and a few weeks later I seemed to break out of the cycle of constantly craving crap food. I hope you find something similar. Good luck!
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Pre-OP diet other options
orionburn replied to Ineedhelp2014's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Unjury makes a really good protein powder. It's a little pricey but good. My only suggestion is not to stock up on any one product and/or flavor. Things may not taste as good for a while after surgery. I came to loathe some of the flavors I had. It passed in time, but for a week or two I had to choke them down. You may want to add a fiber supplement to your drinks like Benefiber. That might help with the bathroom issues.- 1 reply
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Pre Op Diet Loose Stools
Micdruss replied to bschearer's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm the same but only day 5 of 2 week liquid diet. I wish I had the other problem! -
Pre Op Diet Loose Stools
Amanda0305 replied to bschearer's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It is the opposite for me. i am on week 4 of my 5 week pre-op diet and if i do not take benefiber i feel like i am dying with every BM. i think my body was so used to all the unhealthy crap that it became learned to wok with it, and now that i only have shakes and veggies going in it is trying to figure out it's new normal lol! -
I think it's normal. I set my surgery date today (scheduled for November) and I was so elated. But I'm sure as I move closer to the date, I may have a few doubts, maybe even a bit afraid, but deep down I know I've made the right decision. It's going to get real when I begin the two week partial liquid diet. I'm ready though, as I'm sure you will be too!
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Oh you will feel full. It is a different feeling than you had before but you will know when it happens. I do not even get hungry. I have to remind myself to eat and keep myself on a schedule to eat and drink. I do get thirsty though. I can cook for my whole family and not even bat an eye about what I am not suppose to be eating. It does not bother me at all. I am almost 5 weeks out and cannot only eat a few small bites before I am extremely full.
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Week 2 I started with sauteed spinach and went real well. It was pretty soft and then I moved to salad and chewed really really good. This too went well and just tried one at a time. That is what I suggest that you just start off with something soft and then try one at a time.
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I was sleeved and had my gallbladder removed dec 2014..I was out of work 4 weeks...my recovery took about three weeks...by looking at others on the site there is not much of a difference... what you don't want is to be sleeved and then later have your gallbladder out! I heard one lady on here say she wishes she did it all at once!!
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Not heard of it...had my gallbladder removed 2 weeks after a csection. That was 23 years ago. Look it up on MEDLINE and see what you can find. That the medical journal intranet. Good luck. Helen
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Mine is just one big hiccup- then I know I am completely full. It's so funny. I developed this at about three months out.
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I started in week 5 when I was off soft foods- just a bite or two at a time to see how my stomach would handle it- I have had no problems with either, cooked or raw. I eat fresh fruit several times a week, and I have either raw spinach or raw kale in my smoothie every morning.
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Have you gone back to your rules of the band? Protein first and aiming for 60-80 grams? What types of foods are you eating? I find that it helps me when I get a calendar and plan out what I'm going to eat for the week. Get back with your doc and see what he has to say. I'm so sorry I know this can be frustrating.
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Wow - that's awesome for you! I was on full liquids for two weeks, am currently in pureed for 6 weeks, followed by soft foods for 4 weeks and by month 4 regular diet. Each Dr is different and I'm fine with the slow progress expecially in light of the fact that I have had some problems tolerating different foods. Im glad that you are able to eat regular food with no problems!
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Is your surgeon okay with you eating normally? Liquid diets are for your own saftey and the top of your stomach is extra sensitive to leaks, which is why purees and liquids for first couple of weeks. As long as your doc is okay with your food, good for you. Otherwise, don't push - you will be there soon enough.
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Yeah, 17.5 lbs gained with surgery, about 5 days out, got to surgury weight, now 10 under. I still feel fatter now than I did before going in, belly still a bit puffy, and can't wear my jeans (which were totally loose and falling off before) Thank goodness I picked up a few summer dresses or I would be running around in robes! I babied myself with drinking that first week, and realized a few days ago, I can actually swallow about 1/2 an oz at a time now. belching is getting father apart, and if I feel like I have a "clog" or belch coming, I just stand up and walk around to get everything moving. Good luck!!
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Hmm... I don't have any experience with that. They did ask me to go off of my birth control 2 weeks prior to surgery to help minimize risk of blood clotting? Did you have to do the same? I'd think going off birth control could mess with regularity.
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Before or after Cancun Vacation ?
bigfatgoodbye replied to hawkeyJeff's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had my surgery 2 weeks before a one week vacation to the beach with my girls and husband. I'm glad I did not wait. Vacation keeps you busy and takes your mind off food. -
Before or after Cancun Vacation ?
IcanMakeit replied to hawkeyJeff's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You shouldn't have to put off the surgery. At 10 weeks out most people are feeling pretty normal. You probably won't be able to try very much of the cuisine (or any of the alcohol) offered in the all inclusive package, but I'll bet you'll be having so much fun otherwise, you won't miss it. -
Mine is only one week but honestly not nearly as bad as I thought. I think it is because I feel as though I am so mentally ready for this surgery that I just want to do things the right way and know this is part of the process. I am on day four today. As of this morning I had lost 4 pounds after three full days on it so that is very exciting and motivates me to continue because I will be that much closer to goal. Don't get me wrong, I am hungry but it is manageable. broth and tea help, the warm liquids are comforting. I also have been going to sleep earlier to avoid any temptations. I have not cheated once and am very proud of myself. You can do it!
