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Hi! Welcome to the forums! How much weight you will lose in the first week(s) of liquid diet really depends on many things. Did you lose alot of weight already before starting liquids? Are you "full" liquids, or "only" liquids ("full" liquids includes soups, some cereals, yogurts, etc...). Is your starting weight on the high or low side? Are you on your period? Salt-intake? These and so many other factors will affect your weight/water weight loss that first week(s). My pre-op diet was for two weeks and consisted on 3 protein shakes a day (though sometimes I only had 2). Total calories per day for those two weeks were between 450-675 (each protein shake was 225 cals). I lost 8 lbs the first week, then 3 lbs the second. I started at 235, and had not lost any weight prior to starting the 2 week pre-op diet.
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Sleeve and Mental Illness
nancykat150 replied to adiposehysteria's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm bipolar, had my surgery 5 weeks ago. I've had no problems with my meds or any relapses from surgery. I've had no problem losing weight either. I lost a bunch pre surgery and losing post op. -
Hello im 18 years old. April 1, 2021 i had my gastric sleeve surgery.. im 5 days post op and on thursday i make a week. im wondering will i have excess skin is this something i should be worried about?
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^^^ totally agree. I'd take the loose skin any day of the week over being morbidly obese again!!
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Ohhh, I love wheat thins!! I have not received the booklet with the sample menus. I'm sure I'll get that next week at my appointment with Kelly. I have a treadmill and many exercise tapes that are collecting dust! They need a good cleaning! Do you drink any other types of protein drinks other than the carnation instant breakfast? I can't stomach many of them!
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I picked up some tuna, wheat thins and carnation 4pks today as well. I don't know if I can wait until next week to have the tuna...I want it so bad! I might just mix some up and have a little! I need real food. I can't take potato anymore! Pasta and Bread are two of my favorite things as well. Let me know how you make out with them!
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I Want a Date Too!
ebonisekim replied to miss_cee85's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had surgery 1/21/13 I'm done 90 pounds in 18 weeks .. Did I think I would be here in four months so I'm excited for you keep in touch I would love to kno how your journeys going -
Weight Loss, Weight Gain..
twoboysandagirl replied to MommyTawnie's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That sounds like my history. I work my butt off and starve myself for months. Then I eat one normal meal and I gain 3 pounds. I can lose weight but it is SO hard and impossible for me to maintain. Isn't that why we are having the surgery. I would think that your insurance company will still approve you. I think it is more like they want you to prove that you have tried to do this with out surgery. I often wondered if they also try to weed out people with all these hoops and hurdles. I it is like a cooling off period. Let us know what they say. -
Eating habits = no Bueno.
Thecloude1 replied to cmherring's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Don't beat yourself up...pick yourself up....dust yourself off and move on! Voice your concerns at your appointment on Wednesday....They are there to help you through this [emoji3]. Carbs are evil! I know what you mean there....I've been having mashed potatoes more then I probably should because they go down so well....I'm just over 6 weeks post op as well....We will make this work! Good luck at your appointment! -
Recently I sent in a Dr. question and unfortunately I couldn't get an answer. I was waking up around any where from 2 AM - 5 AM full of gas and belly distention. Well, I went into my Band Dr. and after questioning my diet, he explained I needed more Fiber. We get so focused on Protein we forget about the fiber. So, I went out and purchased Benefiber from Walmart and then went to costco to get the big one. Because my wife and I both are banders, we both are using it. Benefiber is nice because it's tasteless and orderless. You can put it straight into Water and no taste. I usually put it in my flavored water and, again, no added or strange flavors. I wasn't having regular BM's until last few days. I was sitting daily, but only going once a week. Now, I'm going daily, 3 AM, so now I'm going to increase my fiber intake and I'll let you know how it's going.
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liquid or chewable multivitamins for the 1st month
Truckerchic replied to Rich_nykid's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I ordered ENS drink mix from Celebrate Bariatric vitamins...they have a 3 flavor 30 day pack...get your vitamins and water in lol -
Have a personal question
LiseSeattle replied to ThinDolphin3's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
If you do want to purchase some, I did find these online. Personally, I was able to wipe my bum by going around via the "backside" v. the front - but I will admit it was a bit painful for the first week after surgery. -
P/O Diet More Than I Thought
Jenfs5 replied to lsmmom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
yeah mine is not too bad either. I get 2 lean cuisine meals, 2 Protein shakes and a small fruit and small vege. should total 800-100 calories and have I think like 60-80 grams of protein. Not too bad considering I was prepared for a 2 week liquid diet. I think I can handle 2 weeks of this instead, even though I am sick of lean cuisine meals..LOL Jen -
I have four weeks before my September 30th RNY surgery. :-). I'm finding myself dreaming about a smaller woman. I'm looking and wondering who is this beautiful (yes I'm vain lol) woman. It's me and I'm in clothing that are sheik and classy. No ugly flower prints. Am I crazy for relishing in this dream and wanting it to be true?
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Starts tomorrow! I hope this goes by quick! I'm SO ready for my journey to begin! I'm ready to keep moving forward instead of stalling and falling back! My anticipated surgery date is late July/mid August. Ahhhhhh!
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6 month supervised diet
Band_Groupie replied to Oceannites's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
What she said...it all depends on the insurance co., and apparently the area you live in. I went to 3 hospital seminars here and one sent me home with a document saying the expectation was that you should not lose weight...they even suggested '5 pounds or so'. The hospital I chose had me meet with their insurance expert at the surgeons office. I asked her point blank if I could go below the 35 minimum during my 6 mo. She said "Then you wouldn't need the surgery, would you?" They aren't legally allowed to tell you not to lose weight, but you need to listen to what they DO say. -
Hi! I am starting my testing on 3/18 to start the process for sleeve surgery. Has anyone gained their weight back after sleeve surgery? Or do you know anyone who has? What are your challenges on a daily basis after surgery? I am doing as much research as I can. I want to make sure that after I go through this that I make it work. I don't want to Gain weight back or fail and I am wondering what the chances are of that with the sleeve. I am 45 I have hbp, sleep apnea and fatty liver. I'm scared for my health more so than my looks. Any help you can offer would be most appreciated. I will be using Dr. Ahmad in Port Jefferson,️NY for my surgery.
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6 Month supervised diet
favoredone replied to Unobaby's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey!!! Welcome!!.. I'm in month 3 of my 6 month Medically Sup. Weight Loss Program.. I believe the insurance company looks at your initial weight and BMI... For me I've had complete blood work, EKG, Chest x-ray, and I'm having a stomach scope done Saturday.. Also, I believe you can use the forum search for pre-op tests and some helpful threads will come up. -
From the album: Progress Pics so far
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Hi everybody. One week out of surgery, and my nutritionist recommended I maintain the clear liquid diet for two more weeks. I came across this clear protein drink, incredibly delicious and does not cause me any problems. I just find an issue balancing with drinking protein and drinking water. Anybody else struggling with that? And does anybody have any recommendations regarding how I can maintain the balance? Thanks!
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24 hours and counting!
rickyswife replied to mrspurifoy2u's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes, I am one week out...... expect bruising, I was shocked by the amount of bruising. And make sure you have everything at home ready.... several options... it IS true that some of the things you liked before surgery you may not like post op, only six days and I am turned off by a favorite just two weeks ago, keep us posted! Also post op gravity is your worst enemy, but once I figured out HOW to get up and down in a less painful way, ahh much better. -
24 hours and counting!
mrspurifoy2u replied to mrspurifoy2u's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks. Great pointers. What did u take to hospital that is a must have? I'm in Michigan and my doc require the liquid diet first 2 weeks.. I can't stand it now after 3 weeks so perhaps I will love it post op. Lol -
3 months and 2 weeks post Lap Band Surgery
jill1981 posted a gallery image in Before and After Lap Band Photos
From the album: before
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Newbie Here, Just Wondering...
vdavenport replied to AKessler731's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My doctor required a psych eval and I had to take 3 classes. The first was a support group meeting, the second nutrition and exercise and the third was basic what's going to happen during and after the surgery. I am doing a week long liquid diet and they talked about that in the 3rd class. The classes really helped me a lot and I'm glad it was a requirement.
