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I have 2 different calciums, one is a gummy (that is awesome!) and the other is a liquid (not so good but deal with it). I have been doing both, like every other day bc the gummies of course have a lot of sugar (they taste like candy!). but the gummies are Citrical Calcium D3 Gummies (yumm) and the liquid is Wellesse Calcium D3. They are both Calcium Citrate! Got them both from Walmart. Hope this helps!. :-)
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Ok so I have my psych evaluation in a week and I am filling out my pre appointment paperwork and now I am a little worried. I have a bipolar mom and I have been diagnosed as OCD in the past and I am now worried that this may keep me from passing the evaluation. I am a depressed person but mostly bc of my weight and I am not on medication for it so I don't think that will be a concern but bc my mother is clinically diagnosed and takes medication for bipolar and it can be hereditary. I know I should be honest but I almost feel like I want to keep that info out of the psych evaluation. Has anyone else been in this same situation and experienced a good outcome?
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any revised lab bandsters out there???
dowhatitdo1 replied to dowhatitdo1's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
well when ur band is revised tht normally means tht they are going to replace it or stich it up tighter around ur stomache so tht it wnt slip again... or did he mean to take out all of the fluid in the band to let ur stomache heal bc when u are too tight n keep throwing up it can cause severe damage and they will try to give u a break. did ur dotor ever say tht ur band slipped? -
Surgical glue? Gas pain in shoulder
Smiley2013 posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sooooo...I had my procedure today! Yay! I was feeling soooooo sleepy after the procedure, the nurse said its bc of the meds. Anyways I asked the nurse if there was any dressings etc to change n she said no, the doctor used surgical glue. I've attached a pic, so u guys can see. Now I have the infamous gas pain in my shoulder! I'm using a heating pad, I still feel swollen so I am going to walk around the house n drink some hot green tea. Any other suggestions? -
Waiting for insurance approval (once it's submitted)!
Froggie D replied to dglaeser's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Battlekat, we are in the same boat. :wub: I started my process in October. Went to a seminar to find out my insurance would not cover until 2009. :sad: In January I went to see a surgeon who said he took BC/BS. After waiting two weeks, found out that he did not practice at the right hospital, but his partner did. Set an appt with him and then was called and told that he was dropping his privileges at that hospital. :bored: Mean time I saw the psych doc three times and got my testing done. :tongue: Called another surgeon who said I had to start over with another seminar. :mad2: Went to the seminar and started to process only to find out I had to do an 8 week over the phone consultation with a dietician (required by BC/BS). I also had to do two support groups and a face to face nutrition consult (required by the surgeon). :mad: I finished all this in early June and called to see the surgeon for the first time. Thought I was well on my way at this point. The earliest appointment was not until July 16. :frown: The surgeon told me that day (July 16) that they would submit for approval within a week. It is now 24 days later and they still have not submitted. I called BC/BS and they contacted the surgeon to find out what the holdup was. They said they were just busy. So here I sit. I have tried to get ready, however. I have been doing two Protein powder drinks and one lean meat and vegs meal each day. I have lost 15 pounds. I have gotten all my meds in line as liquids or crushables. I have stopped drinking pop and am drinking at least 64 ounces of Water or Crystal Light per day (most days over 100 ounces), I am not drinking with meals and I am eating more slowly. I want this so bad. Just doesn't seem fair. :cool: Let me know as soon as you hear about your surgery date. I hope it is soon. I am with you. :drool: Froggie D -
8 Months Out...i've Altered My Stomach, Now How To Alter My Mind?
luvbugz posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had my surgery on July 1 of last year. I have seen amazing results. In fact, I've lost like 85 pounds, but I am still 20-25 pounds away from my goal and I haven't seen the scale move since Christmas. Admittedly, I don't eat great. I mean, I don't eat much (because I simply can't) but I do indulge sometimes. I am a college student and I find it REALLY REALLY hard to avoid social situations where food is involved. Also, I am struggling with getting adequate exercise in. I walk to and from school and I am taking a Polynesian dance class and I sometimes trick myself into thinking this is enough exercise. It is not, though. I am afraid I have not changed my mind and I have only changed my stomach. I get full a lot faster, but I still crave bad stuff. Any advice? I want to emphasize that I am SO happy with my results, but I want to get to my goal. BC -
I Knew I'd Established A New Life After Surgery When:
betheboo replied to honk's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The last time I was @ my surgeons office the ladies chatting next to me turned to me & said "you don't look like someone who should be in this office ". I smiled & said "well thats bc I've list 120 lbs in the past year " -
Success Stories And Exercise Regimen If Any
Myndkandi posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Getting banded with plication on the 17th. Finished reading all the surgery stories, now I need to hear success stories and I'd like to know ur exercise regimen bc I have constant lower back pain and am afraid I won't be able to do enough rigorous activity to shed the pounds I want to lose. -
Post Op depression/Struggle with meds
Athira replied to Athira's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks so much for the tips. I'm trying to keep us both positive but when she gets helpless I feel like nothing I say will help. She is supposed to take 8 of the thyroid tablets a day and yes I definitely think it's the amount rather than actually taking them. I will definitely try the sneaking a go because I think any of them is better than none at this point. She's very fed up with her stomach hurting constantly and is not sleeping well either so all these things have added to her not feeling great. But I'm happy to hear that someone who couldn't manage to be excellent at all the things you have to do is doing well. Her surgeon is less than helpful at check ups which is quite frustrating. Thank you for your kind comment, I think I'll even recommend she goes on this forum for the support that I can't relate to. -
Need Help - Not Getting In Enough Calories!
fern replied to JayhawkJess33's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My fave food at this stage was making my own chicken Soup. My bought pre roasted chicken from Safeway ( because it was easy. Fed my family, plus saved some breast for me.I Boiled the bones with a bunch of veggies and strained it, making my own chicken stock. It's actually better Protein than the tetra packs you can buy ( and taste better). I pureed the stock with roasted veggies, chicken breast, and milk. Then I would add spices depending on my craving..... Taco seasoning for Mexican, butter chicken sauce for Indian, etc. If I felt I needed more protein, I added a half scoop of chicken unjury to it. Yummy!! If you need more calories or fat, use cream instead of milk. This was definately my go to meal. Please remember to strain if you don't have a really good blender though!!! -
Hello I had mine in BC - Vancouver, which is about 500 miles from here.
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possible reasons why the weight isn't coming off
Just Banded posted a topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have been reading this new book called the Stubborn Fat Fix. It discusses all kinds of foods and how they affect your body. For example, think about the meat you eat- the animals were fed antibiotics that cause them to gain weight and it gets passed to us. So I am trying to make sure the meat I eat is antibiotic and hormone free. I think the ONLY way to know for sure is making it yourself. The lost goes on about so many foods.... I will post more later ...food for thought -
Why Did You Gain Weight?
Middus replied to Alex Brecher's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Portion sizes. Was a heavy baby and was fed accordingly. No matter what was on my plate, it had to be finished. Lost some weight in college because I fasted for long periods regularly, then started eating huge amounts again in my last years of college. Didn't gain anymore weight and stayed at 345 for 13 years till numerous sports related injuries made me yoyo between 345 and 355.. hit 357 after my hypertension medication was making me retain water. -
How many calories a day at 3 months?
CrissyRing77 replied to CrissyRing77's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I was released to all food at 8 weeks and have been eating all meats even had steak on that first day! The only thing that gives me issues is shredded beef from a Mexican restaurant no matter how long I chewed it wouldn't digest!! . I may try to kick the cheese :/ tho it's gonna be hard! I haven't started exercising at the gym yet bc I had/have an enlarged spleen so they won't release me yet. But I'm active with two small boys and walk when i can. I seem to be right in the middle or only slightly lower than most.... -
Chest Pain After 1 Week With Lap Band .... Gas?
I-Can-Do-This!! replied to wesmommy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had my surgery on the 16th of Nov and i am going through the same pain. it hurts sooooo bad. Its to the point that it was affecting my breathing also. Ive been taking chewable gas-x and drinking hot liquids n soups n walking n it helps but not nearly enough. THis is normal. I also have been using a blender to mix my protein shakes n i have to stop using the blender bc it was causing bubbles which makes for a gassy person so i had to get this hand mixed that has a wisk type ball in it n just manually shake it. Things we took for graunted we really need to take a step back and see if it could be causing gas. Good luck!!! -
A Proud and Successful Newbie :)
melmommy04 replied to Dee_1111's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I shouldn't have a problem being a total basket case when I get in there. Lol I currently, or did I guess... Take celexa, buspirone, and trazadone for depression and severe anxiety.. The depression started pp after I had my nearly 4 yr old son. I think I use it more now to calm my nerves. Lol Anyway.. My psych nurse practitioner says I've not seen her since June (which isn't true bc I saw her in Sept. And was on a 3 month schedule) so she's refused my med refills. Well I've been without meds now for 3 weeks. My anxiety is absolutely out of control and driving me crazy and I've been an emotional basket case. I won't have nearly enough drugs in me come Thursday so the dr I'm seeing will see the unmedicated me. Haha I had a bit of a huge little meltdown today... :/ I googled before and after WLS pics.... That probably was not the best idea seeing as I'd already been feeling crappy. I had avoided looking up til today simply bc I knew I was going to see some pics of people with similar body shapes as mine. That was a hard pill to swallow at the moment BUT it's not hindered my determination to keep going forward. I'm more tired of being tired from carrying all this excess weight around and going to the dr for a routine checkup only to find something else is wrong with me that likely wouldn't be happening if I wasn't so overweight. That utter exhaustion and health issues bother me a lot more than the fact that I will have some saggy baggies all over. The saggy baggies can be fixed (mostly) with cosmetic surgery down the road and a long talk with my boyfriend makes me feel 100% better about it all! (: -
VSG or Bypass
the sleeved plastic surgeon replied to lakegirlmn's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I'm almost as your measurements I'm 5' 2.5" and I weight 211# my BMI is 38 I'm a stress and a sweets eater I'm a plastic surgeon and my figure is very important for me and my clients I hv been obeese my whole life This year I got hypertension and knee pain and decided that enough is enough My surgeon who is a colleague recommended mini gastric bypass obviously bcs I'm a sweet and stress eater But I totally refused it I'm a surgeon and I know that is it a malanatomical procedure and I can't handle malabsorption syndrome or dumping syndrome!! My friend had 3 car accidents due to damping syndrome and almost died So I promised myself and him that I will control myself post op and I hope I can control the cravings after I start loosing weight and seeing results Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
Hello. My Name Is Michelle. It's Nice To Meet You!
claudia0309 replied to Losing4Lundyn's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Michelle- I always had an issue with my weight but I think that was more how I was made to feel about myself growing up then actually being "that" overweight. I have 2 grown kids & honestly gained ALOT of weight with both of them. I was able to get in shape (I mean really fit) but I was at the gym for about an hr & 1/2 6 days a week! But realistically, who can keep up with that! That was back in my 20s....now that im twice as old, even though I'm working out regularly (I was spinning about 3 xs a week), the weight was not budging!!!! I, like you, was a "carbivore"! :-). Though I like vegetables, I LOVED carbs! That was primarily what was on my plate. I have high bp, high chol, high trig, PCOS, NASH (liver disease)... I'm a sickly person! :-). That's the reason I decided to have this done. My family doesn't know I've had this surgery (besides my hubby, kids, my mom, & 2 close friends). It was not easy reaching the decision to have the surgery, but after trying EVERY diet under the sun....well, the rest is history! :-) I'd love to stay in touch bc it sounds like you're well on your way! I'm so happy for you! -
The Council On Size And Weight Discrimination..
Katcloudshepherd replied to HalloweenBaby24's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have to say this is a bunch of predictions based on what? I had my surgery December 11, 2013. I don't take NSAIDS for my severe arthritis anymore. I can move with less pain than BEFORE surgery taking high dose NSAIDS. I like my chances at keeping the weight off. There hasn't been a magic pill in all the decades they've been trying to develop one. The simple fact is my stomach didn't work! It kept telling me to EAT, EAT, EAT. Now that the troublesome part of my stomach has been removed--the part that makes grehlin, (spelling?), I get a little nudge telling me--"Oh I need to eat something". NOTHING like it was before when I was an absolute beotch from Hades if you didn't get me food when I was hungry. Yes, I went through a dark period when I missed my old constant companion of food. I had some mental issues to work through. I've never thrown up. I can eat about 8 ounces of food--unless it's really dry. I eat fruits, vegetables and a variety of foods but it's ALWAYS Protein first. I don't have diarrhea but I do have to battle occasional constipation. If I drink the 64 ounces of Water a day, exercise and get my Fiber in---constipation is not a problem. I have not vomited ONCE since surgery. I'm so lucky to not have any reaction to anesthesia or narcotics like some people do. Yes the gas used in surgery was very painful BUT I'd go through it again in a heartbeat to feel the way I do today. I wouldn't trade my chances at a longer healthier life for any of the BS on that site. Good luck, Blessings, Kathleen -
Ew...these hiccups and burps are ANNOYING
MN_Thin0211 replied to MN_Thin0211's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Well, I have gained 14 pounds since DOS so I am really depressed, I know it's early but it feels like this isn't worth anything, I literally eaten NO FOOD for 2 weeks, so that's how you know calories in/calories out is BS...I am so angry and I am going to bed . -
First off, you're NEVER too old for Mommy Issues! LOL I chose not to tell mine until after surgery bc she always makes everything about HER. She'd focus on how SHE felt about MY surgery instead of offering support or just keeping her mouth shut. Frankly, I needed all of my emotional energy to focus on myself and my upcoming life change. I didn't have any to spare for her so I just didn't tell her. Best decision I ever made!
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Period Issues Post Surgery?
Chelsi replied to Disabledaccount's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
i use nuvaring as BC and usually i don't get my period until i take it out. this month it actually started before i took it out, which was very strange. and it lasted a day longer. so yeah, i think it's because our bodies are still somewhat in shock. -
Normal to get stuck &/or throw up everyday?
Jazzy Rayne replied to flgirl4u's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Are you chewing your food really good and taking at least 30 mins to eat a small meal? Are you avoiding foods that get you stuck... like white bread, white rice, white pasta? Are you drinking while eating? I use to get stuck everyday too, but i have got the hang of the band and how it works. Throwing up is no good, and isnt healthy for you either. Have you spoke with your dr? Perhaps youre too tight... but I dont understand how if you dont stay very full. 21 lbs is a great start! It is 21 lbs that is gone and never coming back. Dont compare yourself to others bc that will only hinder you. I have a bandbuddy, we both got the surgery on the same day. I met her off this site. She has lost 90 lbs and ive only lost 60. The band works diff for diff folks, and you will find your nitch. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask. -
I am thankful for you all- but I need help
heycrystal2052 replied to mi75's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
100%, you have my support!!!!! Change happens, when we're fed up and are READY to make that change. "Desire is the key to motivation, but it's determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal - a commitment to excellence - that will enable you to attain the success you seek." -Mario Andretti -
Protein Intake Suggestion
KalelsWifey replied to KalelsWifey's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Your very welcome. I have been speaking with quite a few people who have been having difficulty with their protein Intake bc they're so fresh from surgery that I thought if this has helped me drastically finally get in all my protein I need to share it so it may be helpful for others to do the same. I actually look forward to drinking it!!! What a difference from four days ago lol.
