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Well this is my first post. I decided to get weight loss surgery about 4 months ago. I was going thru alot with my health. Shortness of breathe, pain in all my joints, and having problems walking. Well this journey actually started back in 2011 when I fell at work. Since then I have had 5 surgeries and one more that is being scheduled after weightloss surgery. I also had gained about 50 lbs and my health kept deteriorating . I had gone to several doctors for all my issues and had all the necessary test and had followed several different diets.Everything needed for surgery without actually knowing I had already meet all the criterias. So when I went to Brookdale Hospital for a my Gastric sleeve appointment i already had almost everythng I needed except physic , nutrionist, and sleep apnea test. Well as of the middle of May all paperwork was in and papers were submitted to Insurance Company and as of May 26 I have been approved for surgery. Surgery date is June 13, 2016 and I am now into my second week of pre-op diet . I started this journey with a weight of 230 I am 5'4" and now weigh 215. I have studied everything from pre-op diets, post-op diets and the journey afterwards. Well Im one week away from surgery and I am becoming more and more anxious with less and less energy. Doing everything correct following diet and taking all my vitamins and using all my protein powders yet finding it harder and harder to function as a normal person. Well I guess thats it for now Ill post again as time goes by.
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My husband is cooking himself a steak. He deserves it, he's worked hard outside in the yard all day. It smells absolutely fantastic - but I'm having trouble keeping protein dranks down. This, too, shall pass.
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I am on post op day 7...... I feel like I am loosing my mind. I am trying to get my protein in and am not hungry but am getting shaky. I know I need to eat, My surgeon said I could go ahead and eat yogurt and sweet potatoes crushed up. I am down 7 lbs. Any advice would be appreciated.
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Scared about pre op diet. How can you feel full on a liquid protein shake? How did you get through two weeks of it??
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I too had two weeks of liquid diet before my surgery and while yes I did have some headaches and hunger pains it is really doable. You should be able to drink anywhere between 4-6 protein shakes a day and reason for the protein shakes it so it keeps your fuller for longer. You can also speak to your nut or surgeon about having clear broths inbetween those shakes as well. Stay strong cause in the long run it is worth it for you will have a safer and healthier start to your journey. Good luck!
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It was actually far easier than I expected. I did find taking time drinking each shake it seemed to work better than if I drank it down in a hurry.I did make mine with ice in them which made them seems thicker and again they took longer to drink. It is worth any hunger you go through to reach the goal of surgery. Good luck and congratulations on making this change in your life.
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This past Monday I made 7 weeks post-op. Saw my doc and was told my daily portein intake should be 65 grams WITHOUT having to resort to shakes. WTW?!?! I am geting nowhere near that amount. Is anyone else having problems getting enough protein daily? Water? I was told at least 64 oz a day which is approximately 4 bottles of water - you would think that'snot a lot, but I can barely get 3 in a day. Please tell me I'm not alone in this.
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@emilyphoenix74, seems you and I are in the same boat. This phase is a little frustrating.
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Protein!!! How? Where? Help!! . 1 month In.
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PREMADE PROTEIN SHAKES VS PROTEIN POWDER IS IT ALL THE SAME BEFORE PRE OP LAPBAND
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The premade shakes are very smooth and also quite sweet. With the mix you have more choice of flavors and textures (mix and match as you make them too) and I find they seem be more filling. Use two scoops and you can up the protein content without drinking two ready mades. That said some powders are very chalky and some are wonderful (I particularly like Unjury). You can also choose your source of protein with powders. There are many vegetable based ones as well as whey and soy based ones. Good luck.
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I gained 1/2 this week and now that surgery is in aug they want me to focus more on my protein intake
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Went to the movies and skipped the popcorn. Snuck in a Vitamin Water zero and a protein bar.
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I'm on day 10 of my liquid pre-op diet. I'm officially sick of protein shakes.
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For the past few weeks, I've had a hankering for a peanut butter cup, and have managed to resist buying any every time I've gone shopping. The combination of peanut butter and chocolate is a favorite even though I'm not a choco-holic. Recently I've learned about PB2 powder and have found a recipe on Unjury that just might satisfy this craving and still have more protein and good stuff than bad stuff. I just ordered some PB2 to try. Will let you know how the peanut butter cups turn out.
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Surviving the protein shakes. On day four!!
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Wow! You're the first person that I've come across that will be there at the same time as me. I guess we will see each other and probably share a ride into the OCC. I arrive in San Diego around noon on Sunday. I haven't asked them specifically but I'm assuming they don't do pre-op testing on Sundays.
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Dont feel like a shake this morning but need something to get my protein off to a great start
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Went everywhere trying to find Kellogg's protein water mix. Also just tried Nectar's Crystal Sky and I love it! So much better than the other shakes.
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I have had my lapband now for over a year and I and having a hard time getting enough protien in I am so tired of shakes and I need some new ideas about protien options. My cranky band doesn't do meat very well so I am at a loss...HELP need protien options
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Surgery next week and I don't feel like I know everything there is to know. Like what vitamins, protein, and things like that. I'm hoping to have all the info at pre op appt. the dietician gave me a general handout (maybe I better go back and review) but I still feel somewhat lost. Back to the threads I go.
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In spite of the fact that I grew up with the ocean for a backyard I am not a guy who has ever really taken to seafood. In search of protein tonight I'm cooking haddock. Fingers crossed.
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Feeling weak. I have had low blood sugar now for a couple of days and am starting to feel it affect my daily life. I feel impatient and weak. Should I throw in a protein shake, or increase my calories? I find it hard to get 1,000 calories into my body some days. (Lost a total of 25 lbs in five weeks.) Suggestions?
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Met with my surgeon today to tie up last minute loose ends. Filled and picked up my prescriptions for liquid vicodin, antacids, and chewable calcium. Picked some gas x, fiber chewables, liquid multi vitamins, and a pill crusher at Walgreens. My protein powders and new blender bottles came in yesterday, I believe I am prepared! One thing bothers me, can't get my engagement ring off!! :-/
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making to day a great day... low sugar, high protein/ balanced meal, lots of water and exercise.
