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Hi Sleeve Sisters! I'm Karen and I'm 43 and live in Asheville, NC. I was a thin, competitive athlete and had a consistent weight of 130-135 throughout my 20s. Then I had my first child 10 years ago and my second 7 1/2 years ago and gained 70lbs with each one and despite spinning 5x week throughout and after my pregnancies I wasn't able to get below 180. 2 1/2 years ago I decided to go on the 500 calorie a day phentermine and HCG diet for a year and got down to 155. In the two years I've been off of that I gained 110 lbs, partly because the phentermine permanently damaged my adrenal glands causing my basal metabolic rate to be 1/2 of what it should be (and causing massive fatigue issues making exercise nearly impossible). If I don't eat under 1,200 calories a day for the rest of my life I'll never lose this weight. I'm really excited to have the surgery and get back to the real me and getting fit again. I'm scheduled for July 1st. I'm really worried about the 2 week liquid diet, though.
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Great to know! I do have an office job, so I am taking a week off. I am not telling the people at my job!!
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Weight Management (Weight Loss/gain)
DaniG replied to sharoncarrie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I gained 6 lbs on my final weigh in and my insurance company ok'ed my surgery. They know why we need the surgery. I kinda went crazy and ate everything I wanted bc I knew I wouldn't be able to eat my faves again. Now I'm 2 weeks out and 21 lbs lighter. So happy. Good luck to you on your journey. -
I see my doctor tomorrow for my history and physical. Then I get a surgery date! Yayy! I threw my phone a week ago cause I was fighting with my husband. Anyway.... I know have fitness pal and would love to add whomever would let me add them. Scoot over on the losers bench I am on my wayyyyyy! Thanks in advance.
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Pre-Surgery Diet Starts Tomorrow!
YankeeChick75 posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm FINALLY on the home stretch of a long road! (Well, I still have a long way to go) Next week, 9/8, I will have my Lapband Surgery, my life will officially begin again! My doctor recommended a low carb pre op diet this week and then nothing but liquids (clear) the entire day before my surgery. Any suggestions are much appreciated! Also, anyone out there who's had the surgery yet?? How do you feel? Thanks! -
I wouldn't say I was freaking out, but definitely extremely nervous. Everyone at my surgeon's office was like, "Are you so excited?" I was like thinking, no, not really...I was focused on the procedure itself and the recovery- not the most fun or exciting thing. Two weeks later I am happy I went through with it. Good luck- you will do great, it's a very safe surgery! -Kendra 15 lbs lost since surgery 12/17
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Me too! I picked a Friday bc I then I could do a 3 day weekend I have to be back to work on Monday
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Hi im scheduled to be banded on. Friday the 23rd! Im a week and a half in on my pre op diet and down 20.4lbs!!! Anyone else being banded around my time?
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Band Vs. Sleeve - Freaked Out...
Foxbins replied to SashaWLS's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm sorry you are going through this indecision...however, did your surgeon mention the complication rate with the band? Over 30%! (you can check the LapBand manufacturer's website yourself). Did he mention PB'ing? (Productive burping, otherwise known as regurgitation) Did he tell you food can get "stuck" in the stoma? Also weight loss with the band is not as good as with the VSG, at least not VSGs done in the past 3-4 years. Sleeve sizes have decreased and weight loss has increased as surgeons got more data on the optimal size of the sleeve. VSG leaks are primarily caused by surgeon error (and the vast majority of them heal over time) so I wouldn't let the possibility of a leak scare you. If you're in NYC there are a number of experienced VSG surgeons there. If it were me, I'd find one and get the surgery I wanted. -
You may want to try different brands of Protein as well...they all taste different.....also if you mix a little sf/ff pudding in with your shakes that might add a little something that you feel you are missing from using the skim milk.Plus there are a lot of sf syrups out there that can really enhance the flavors in a shake. I like to mix: 145cal/3 carbs/20 protein 1/2 oz sf carmel 1/2 oz sf vanilla 2-3 oz skim milk 3-4 oz favoite coffee (mine is the butter toffee by keurig) 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored Protein Powder blenderize with lots of ice Taste like the iced coffees from starbucks Another is: about 150 cal/ 6 net carbs/ 20 protein 1 oz SF vanilla syrup or SF pumpkin pie syrup 1/2 tsp rum extract 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice 2 oz canned pumpkin (not pie filling) 1 TBS SF/SF French Vanilla pudding 4- oz skim milk 1 scoop protein Blenderize with a little ice--if its too thick, thin with a little Water
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From the album: My progress pics
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international travel post op
trekker954 replied to borg/assimilated's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
its so crazy the different responses. I told my surgeon I have a work trip to China the last week in February and it was important I know how long after surgery I can fly/travel. He said 10 days. That answer kind of shocked me, I'd like at least a month, although I think the liquid diet would be far easier to deal with in China than blended or soft. Last time I was there, they served a lot of fish (not a big fish eater) but they could never tell me what type of fish, other than "river fish". -
I got 2 EAS shakes a day and a low cal. lean frozen meal at night...it was the longest week of my life lol
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Do all insurance companies require 6 month pre-op period?
jalivia2 replied to mimirae's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
BCBS of TX only required 3 months... -
I am only 8 months post op. I have been losing hair since the 5th month. Just over the last two weeks it seems to have slowed down some. I hope it comes back period, curly or straight, hair is hair. No grey would be nice too, asking to much?? :-)
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Hi guys . My surgery date it's aug17 . I'm 5'2 and was 226 started protein diet last week and now I'm down to 218 .. Anyone else doing it same day ??
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Telling Friends And Family
Krystyneh replied to Bel12's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My family is my biggest support group. My mother-in-law had lap band surgery done 3 years ago I was upfront with my family about me deciding to go for lap band surgery. My parents were happy because they have known for the last 6 years since I was 19 that I thought about it almost every day. My in-laws were also happy. One of my brother's was happy about it because he knows my struggles and the other one is happy but also mad. He's 350 pounds and he knows the struggle of trying to lose weight. He kept saying "oh you can end up gaining it back" and blah blah blah lol He's seen a lot of people that went through GASTRIC BYPASS gain their weight back but he only knows two people that have gone with lap band and that's my mother-in-law and her friend. They haven't hit their goal weight but they are still losing which is all that matters. I heard a rumor that my brother is jealous that I'm finally doing what I want to lose weight. I'm 25 and he's 33. A few of my friends were very supportive from the beginning then I have one that keeps telling me that if I put my mind to it that I can lose it on my own which if it was that easy then I would have lost my weight years ago lol. I have another one that was mad because she wishes she could go through with it but she cares more about what her family thinks then what she herself thinks. She's also mad because my husband and I have been trying to have another baby for the last 3 years and I had 2 miscarriages last year. She's now pregnant and throws it in my face but I'm trying to get my life back and be healthier for my daughter and step-daughter and so that I don't have to go on fertility drugs to get pregnant. You will always have people that will support you and others that will be mad or upset. What you need to think about is yourself. You need to get healthier and if lap band surgery is really what you want then don't let other peoples' opinions effect you decision -
Hi, Yes, My doctor put me on a two week liquid diet.. the best shake besides my own w/ fruit is actually Ensure.. (Chocolate) 4 of those per day are great!.. My doctors pre-op info. also says that you can have raw veggies, or cooked (no beans, potatoes, peas, or corn) or you can have salad w/ vinegar.. so I have made this delicious meal outta veggie broth and green giant, just for one's brocolli and carrots, ( only 60 calories) combo the two and it's a great soup. I also have hot and sour soup from the chinese restaurant, This really helps! still shrinking the liver and chewing at same time... 1 more week till surgery whoo hoo.. my date is 4/28.
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From the album: Before Pictures
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From the album: Before Pictures
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery Tomorrow Morning At 8:00am
bkeel posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am having my sleeve surgery tomorrow morning. I'm getting so nervous and have some second thoughts. But I know it is the right thing for me and my family. I have a 13 month old son and I want to around for a long time for him and my family. Had a friend who had the surgery two weeks ago and she had some complications. So I'm starting to freak out, been on a liquid diet for last week. Lost some weight but wasn't fun not eating a Christmas meal with rest of my family. My first time on this forum. Looking for some people on here and might can give me some tips on what to expect from surgery. My surgeon is Dr. Barker in Dallas, I heard he was one of the best so I do trust him. This is a life changing event, my life will never be same. Thanks to anyone who can share their experiences or offer help for me. -
High Protein Jellos?
Finding Myself replied to Finding Myself's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Me neither but I'm gonna order a few and try them. Sure would be convenient in those early weeks... -
Has anybody tried these? $3 each but worth it for the liquids phase post op?
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I found everything necessary for the pre-op portion, I took nutrition classes, psych eval, and the pre-op class. I can't tell you how many times I've referred to the paperwork given to my in my pre-op class because most of the time, the questions I had were right in front of me. No one can fully prepare you for the life change you are about to embark on, but having as much information as possible a head of time is priceless. I had all my paperwork saved in a 3-ring binder with notes, stickies and what not reminding me of things that could come up. My post-op appointments have been great as well, I walk in with a list of questions and if they don't address something on my list I go right through them with me. The more well versed you are the better prepared you are, but until the surgery happens, you still have no idea what you're in for. I am so thankful for the prep I received prior to surgery and the research I did on my own. I think my mindset and knowledge helped me stay focused and not go through some of the emotional roller coasters that others faced post surgery.
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Only 2 weeks? Lucky you... I has 2 was preop liquid and 3 wks post op liquid. Sugar free Popsicles saved me from going crazy... And i also enjoyed protein shakes, fresh fruit smoothis, sugar free pudding, applesauce, v8 juice, soup and lots of water
