Hi All!

I wanted to start a thread for African-American sleevers (no worries I HEART all sleevers from the rainbow). I just thought, no scientific proof, that African-American sleevers may respond to the surgery different than our lovely non-African American sleeved sisters and brothers. I wanted to know if we had the same skin issue, hair problems, and other surgery related issues. Also, how to deal with the culture shock. African-American "soul food" may be something of the past... or not. So I was just looking for a space to voice culture related issues and concens.

PS- I TRULY :heart: ALL SLEEVERS.

Greetings & Salutations from NC!!

As of today, I am 11 wks post-op.

To the individual who was concerned about constipation, I've been adding Miralax powder to my hot tea in order to help

keep things "moving along".

Greetings & Salutations from NC!!

As of today, I am 11 wks post-op.

To the individual who was concerned about constipation, I've been adding Miralax powder to my hot tea in order to help

keep things "moving along".

Hi Neighbor! I am in Fayetteville, NC. I am 8 days post op! I had hernia repair as well. I have not weighed myself, I will weight until my 2 week appt next week! I stopped being sore, Day 5. I have been running around nonstop since I got home! I have not consumed much at all, its a wonder where my energy is coming from since I have been less than 100 calories a day. I did eat a sugar free pudding cup! I am getting there! Gotta work on my Protein but I can say I average 40 ounces of Fluid a day.

Hi I'm from NC too...Greensboro. I have my surgery next week. Maybe we can be pals since we're so close. I don't see too many folks on here from NC, just a few. I'm Happy to know that there are so many success stories but I'm afraid that I won't have enough knowledge to do what I need to do as far as post op eating and drinking...

Yes you will.....just follow surgeons instructions. Don't try solid foods and lidten to your body. All the best to you.

Hey all! I was recently sleeved April 1.. felt like my normal self since day 9 as far as pain is concerned and not being able to eat a lot at all. Started soft foods Monday. Made two scrambled eggs for breakfast and only got half in before I was stuffed.. I couldn't believe it In addition to my sleeve, I also had my gallbladder removed and a hernia in my chest repaired!

SW 282

CW 257

No pre-op diet

Best decision I have every made for myself. Good luck to everyone and a speedy recovery!

Hi I am 3 weeks post op and not losing weight as fast as I was in the beginning. I wanted to ask what I can do to make sure I'm doing everything right. I walk just about everyday. Im not sure if my diet is where it should be. I drink my shakes and I'm introducing more pureed food into my diet. Does anyone have any suggestions and a daily menu they follow?

Every thread I have read talks about the dreaded 3 week stall. It is the first of many. Your body is in major adjustment phase, trying to hold on thinking it's in starvation mode. Keep working the sleeve and you will see results. Don't stress because that's no good either. Never before had your body lost at this rate so be gentle and understanding with what it does. You will be a big loser! Lol

My weightloss had slowed down some. I am at 21 weeks post op. So far, I have lost 57 pounds. Hang in there, it will come off.

Hi I am 3 weeks post op and not losing weight as fast as I was in the beginning. I wanted to ask what I can do to make sure I'm doing everything right. I walk just about everyday. Im not sure if my diet is where it should be. I drink my shakes and I'm introducing more pureed food into my diet. Does anyone have any suggestions and a daily menu they follow?

It is probably the 3 week stall it is quite common don't worry you didn't mess this up:) I am over 5 months out and almost 60lbs down since surgery and the stalls come and go just keep on keepin on.

Hi I'm from NC too...Greensboro. I have my surgery next week. Maybe we can be pals since we're so close. I don't see too many folks on here from NC, just a few. I'm Happy to know that there are so many success stories but I'm afraid that I won't have enough knowledge to do what I need to do as far as post op eating and drinking...

Howdy Neighbor! I have family in Gboro. You will be just fine. I came upon this website several months before I was even scheduled for surgery and found reading the different threads to be very insightful. As MrzSongbird stated, follow the instructions of your health professionals and definitely listen to your body. Every person is different and everyone's body responds in a different way.

Hi there I am from Durham....so another NC'r. Surgery is on April 24th at UNC....excited and scared! But can't wait to get this done! It's been a long time coming!

I just wanted to say I'm in NC also. I live in Raleigh. I had surgery through Duke. So far I feel good so far. Just making sure I get in all my liquids.

Hello All,

Super excited that I found this group... I am 25 years old and have been considering weightless surgery for years. I started in Feb 2013 on my journey and there have been so many bumps in the road. Currently I am on a quest to lose 30 pounds before my surgery will give me a set date for my sleeve....I am currently doing 5 protein shakes and 1 healthy choice meal for dinner.... I have an amazing husband who has been completing this diet with me but I am scared that I won't be able to follow it for 6 weeks let alone lose the 30 pounds I need to. Just really looking for advice and support!!!!

Hi Ladymorgan....I just got approved today...will be joining the ranks soon. My surgeon did not require any pre-op diet restrictions...but I started weaning my sugar carb intake. It will be tough enough doing liquids for 2 weeks so I wanted to ditch my sugar cravings and withdrawal headaches now and only deal with not being able to chew food for awhile. Are you glad of your decision?

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Super excited that I found this group... I am 25 years old and have been considering weightless surgery for years. I started in Feb 2013 on my journey and there have been so many bumps in the road. Currently I am on a quest to lose 30 pounds before my surgery will give me a set date for my sleeve....I am currently doing 5 protein shakes and 1 healthy choice meal for dinner.... I have an amazing husband who has been completing this diet with me but I am scared that I won't be able to follow it for 6 weeks let alone lose the 30 pounds I need to. Just really looking for advice and support!!!![/quote']

Yes you will....whst you really want you will work hard for. I didn't think I'd be able to lose the 13 pounds my doc req'd and ended up losing 20 in 3 weeks. I was rea lly gettin it in on the elliptical and pretty much ate fruit salad and little to no carbs. You'll surprise yourself. All the best!

First day od Pre-op liquids, it real!!!! Excited and nervous.