Yesterday was my 7 weeks since surgery. Thought I would give an update cuz some of you are asking about post op eating and diets, etc. Went to the doctor today and have some changes! last week I was moved up to 8 oz. of food from 4 oz. when he put me on regular foods. (Still can't eat that much though!) Now today I have been moved to any foods except bread and steak. He even said salad was fine and raw veggies and whole fruits. My max calories were increased from 800 max to between 800-1,000 max. I have had a great decrease in body fat percentage and my muscle mass has increased since I have been doing 1/2 hour on the treadmill daily. I was increased to 45 minutes onthe treadmill, and every few days I have increased my incline a bit and speed and it gets easier eaxh day. He also told me to start working my upper arms with 5 lb. weights every day if possible.

I have lost 32 pounds so far. Although I originally only had 55 lbs. to lose, I was considered in the "morbidly obese" range. All of my weight was in my abdomen and very dangerous. I had a horrible hiatial hernia repair (2 hours worth) before my sleeve. I am now only 20 lbs. away from my doctor's goal. I feel so good and love my sleeve!

To all of you who just recently had your surgery and feeling regretful about it, please don't. Some just don't heal as quickly as others, and everyone's body reacts differently. You won't be on liquids or Protein drinks forever, so just try to be as patient as possible and get through that and the mushies stage and then when you get to foods again, you will be so happy because you will see the pounds and inches just falling off. You will feel better than ever! Love my sleeve and this website! Janet

CONGRATS! Keep up the good work!

Congrats!! Awesome job!!!

Favordone I luv your new pic!

wonderful! you are doing great. way to work that sleeve!

I'm 7 weeks out yesterday also!!! I'm down 25 pounds and my gol is 60 so we are doing good.. keep up the good work .. take care

Sleevedreamer... thanks!!!

Great to hear about your success. I am sure your post will encourage someone struggling!

OOH today I had the best lunch. Two Jennio turkey meatballs with marinara sauce, cottage cheese, mixed peas and carrots, and a small sald with diced tomato and avocado with a little lettuce. Although I really didn't care for the lettuce yet, so I will skip that next, but I had some variety today anyway. Remember there is an end to the liquid and mushies stages!