Post op march sleevers

[Picasosz 0]

I was sleeved March 11th at 333 on April 1st I weighed 315.3 on April 8th I weighed 313.8 very discouraging as I struggle to get in 700 calories a day, I am sure it will get better when I am released to exercise, Biggest Problem is lack of energy.

[krissj 39]

Hi Sleever Family,

I need to be added to the FB page too. I did send a message here to Joe so hopefully he will get it.

I learned so much last Friday. It was my one month checkup. First of all I found out I was supposed to be at 20% loss and am at 22%. YAY so I am ahead of where I should be. Excited about that. Secondly I learned why I was having stalls and not losing like I should be. I was hungry all the time and couldn't seem to get full. I got the stink eye from Dr. when I told him I was eating smashed spuds and applesauce. He said those two items are a gastric dieters worst enemy because they go straight through our stomach. Protein has to be eaten first and we fill up faster and stay full. DUH. The protein clogs the stomach exit and allows us to be fuller longer. I tested it out and he was totally right. Now I am on the right track and not snacking all the time.

I am sure you all knew this, but for some reason it must have gone in one ear and out hte other so I am glad I am back on track again. I mean, I am not at all upset with what I have lost in my first month, but now I know how I can get it going again. Plus I am working out again with my trainer so that will help a ton in the coming month. In June he said I should be at 35%. Hoping for 40% but we will see.

Have a great day everybody. I love reading about everyone.

[BuriedBombshell 63]

I was sleeved March 11th at 333 on April 1st I weighed 315.3 on April 8th I weighed 313.8 very discouraging as I struggle to get in 700 calories a day' date=' I am sure it will get better when I am released to exercise, Biggest Problem is lack of energy.[/quote']

I agree. The lack of energy is rough!

[Sunshine1 34]

What is the name of the March post op Facebook page? I will search for it and request to join?

It's a private group so I dont think you'll be able to find it. Send a pm to BigDaddyJoe on VST with ur email address to add you. Then an invite will come to your email box.

[ShellyBean 38]

I was sleeved March 11th at 333 on April 1st I weighed 315.3 on April 8th I weighed 313.8 very discouraging as I struggle to get in 700 calories a day' date=' I am sure it will get better when I am released to exercise, Biggest Problem is lack of energy.[/quote']

If I don't get at least 50 grams of Protein I feel hungery and exhausted. I found that salmon has 28g of protein per 3oz cooked. I found salmon steaks prewrapped in 1 1/2 lb backs for 13.99 at wegmans. Each prewrapped steak is about 2 to 3 meals for me.

Anyone have any life saver super protein foods? I'd love to find more easy ways to get my protein in.

[angela3472 35]

NikkiV, Gaby is right, if you mix the chicken Unjury with low sodium chicken broth it is SO much better!!! It does taste much better than it smells. I heat up my broth but watch the temp so the Unjury does get clumpy. I put mine in a cup with the lid and straw. This way I don't smell it....btw my Dr said the straw thing is goofy and it helps with sips better. You won't take up that much air....but maybe this will help you.

[Sherriews@yahoo.com 56]

Sleeved March 19

SW 236 pre op diet

Operation day was 228

CW 218.5

Total WL = 17.5 lbs

Today I went back to work and my pants fit.... not the standard hold your breath and hope for no splits. I mean they actually fit lol.

I can't wait to drop a size but since I've been on the dreaded 3 week stall I haven't lost since Wed. I might be a slow loser too. But ill take it. A loser is a loser which makes me feel like a WINNER! woohoo!

I feel like one too! I hope I can lose this much this month, it will add up, lol!!!

[Sherriews@yahoo.com 56]

Hi Sleever Family,

I need to be added to the FB page too. I did send a message here to Joe so hopefully he will get it.

I learned so much last Friday. It was my one month checkup. First of all I found out I was supposed to be at 20% loss and am at 22%. YAY so I am ahead of where I should be. Excited about that. Secondly I learned why I was having stalls and not losing like I should be. I was hungry all the time and couldn't seem to get full. I got the stink eye from Dr. when I told him I was eating smashed spuds and applesauce. He said those two items are a gastric dieters worst enemy because they go straight through our stomach. Protein has to be eaten first and we fill up faster and stay full. DUH. The protein clogs the stomach exit and allows us to be fuller longer. I tested it out and he was totally right. Now I am on the right track and not snacking all the time.

I am sure you all knew this, but for some reason it must have gone in one ear and out hte other so I am glad I am back on track again. I mean, I am not at all upset with what I have lost in my first month, but now I know how I can get it going again. Plus I am working out again with my trainer so that will help a ton in the coming month. In June he said I should be at 35%. Hoping for 40% but we will see.

Have a great day everybody. I love reading about everyone.

Thank u for the information!! I eat applesauce everyday!! I never heard this before...what did he tell u to eat first? Applesauce is on my list as well as mashed potatoes...

[Sherriews@yahoo.com 56]

I agree. The lack of energy is rough!

Hang in there! I wish I'd lost that much!! I guess I need to walk more. I am a slow loser, but at least I'm losing! I still have high hopes

[Sherriews@yahoo.com 56]

Finally starting to see the weight come off!!!!

When did it start coming off? I'm at a stall at 4 wks and it's driving me crazy!!

[Tangie 16]

Day 9-Back to work. Little rough but made it through! Gonna be a long week! 2 more lbs down. Really ready to have food but not until Friday. Walking for the last 3 days 50min-1hour. Can't wait to get back to working out and having energy! Hope everyone is doing well!

[swampdonkey 36]

Well I had my first cheat day , 3 weeks post op. I went to lowes and i noticed that they put up a new yo go factory. To make a long story shot I had a 1/2 cup of Peanut Butter butter flavored frozen yogart . The worst part was I wanted to get plain but they were all out. I had no toppings and I only ate 2 /3 of it. I am feeling a little guilty but a part of me feels good because it made me feel normal and I was able to control my in take.Any thoughts on this ?

[gelen's_change 157]

Frozen fruit taste so good to me. Its like things u didnt care for taste extra specially good. I cant stand toast it smells and tastes weird. Anyone else with these problems

[phutch824 7]

Well I had my first cheat day ' date=' 3 weeks post op. I went to lowes and i noticed that they put up a new yo go factory. To make a long story shot I had a 1/2 cup of Peanut Butter butter flavored frozen yogart . The worst part was I wanted to get plain but they were all out. I had no toppings and I only ate 2 /3 of it. I am feeling a little guilty but a part of me feels good because it made me feel normal and I was able to control my in take.Any thoughts on this ?[/quote']

You had 2/3 of a half cup. Yogurt has Protein. The carbs may not have been great but how much could you eat before?

[Sunshine1 34]

Well I had my first cheat day ' date=' 3 weeks post op. I went to lowes and i noticed that they put up a new yo go factory. To make a long story shot I had a 1/2 cup of Peanut Butter butter flavored frozen yogart . The worst part was I wanted to get plain but they were all out. I had no toppings and I only ate 2 /3 of it. I am feeling a little guilty but a part of me feels good because it made me feel normal and I was able to control my in take.Any thoughts on this ?[/quote']

Dont sweat it! We are only human & I totally get what u mean about feeling normal. You could have done way worse..like me tonight licking the spoon from the triple choc brownies I made for work tomorrow. I've been in bed ever since feeling awful!! We live, we mess up & we learn from it. It's all good! Plus frozen yogurt is on my plan! Lol