Hi all, I joined this forum in 2011 anticipating surgery, but my employer's insurance would not approve, but then I came down with leukemia and that totally shot it out of the Water. But I am back and hope it will be happening before the end of the year, with Medicare since I had to stop working.

I am looking for anyone who has been sleeved or going to be for support and encouragement.

I hope some will pick this group to communicate with others.

Oh, and I was told no Gatorade. Too much sugar.

I was a "Diet Coke Queen". Stopped at fast food every day to pick up a Supersize one. ( work in sales and on the road everyday. ) Also, I had a Black Tea every morning.

I stopped both for 2 week pre-op diet and never went back. Have to say I'm shocked I don't miss either.

I drink Herbal tea, water and only a little crystal light now.

It's amazing how our tastebuds and craving change.

I was also a "Carbohydrate Queen" .... That title is also gone ????

You can have G2 instead of Gatorade.

No more Sugar or bubbles, but so well worth it????

Yes the G2 is lower calorie, LainieG I'm so sorry for your weigh in. Shoot my scale is digital and now I know runs 3 pounds from surgeons and most of the Drs I've been to.

When is your surgery again? It's so hard to keep everyone's date, you should really stop the diet sodas now. I had to stop them also and it was hard going from 3-4 a day to none . But I can drink water and G2 if I'm feeling run down, it does have a pick me up in it. Never was a juice drinker and I've tried the V8 juice it's nasty to me. Right now the shakes which are horrible now since surgery and water are my friends.

Good luck on your soda challenge, keep that head up.

@@#9grammy, thanks for the info. I do like the G2 so that is a plus. I like the fruit juices even in the diet. I've tried cutting back on the soda, not a ot of luck yet but getting a litte easier. I will open one and have a few sips, back in the fridge for another sip later. I can make last 3 - 4 hours, at least before it loses it's carbonation. I need one of those can lids to put on.

I don't have a date as of yet. I do my oral surgery next week and then the psych eval. That will finish everything. I don't know if they can do it before the holidays, I am thinking probably after the first of the year. I am planning a trip to Texas the day after Christmas to see my niece and I kind of hate to miss it but I will wait and see. My concern is if I have it close to then the possibility of having problems.

A better option than G2 is Mio or Dasani. Mio has a few Options that contain B vitamins and they are all sugar free and no carbs, even the G2 has sugar and carbs. It's tough but the results make it beyond worth it. Good luck on your journey, I am so excited for you!

Hi Everyone,

I am new to this particular forum but wanted to introduce myself. I am glad to find people in my age group. I was getting a little nervous seeing so many younger people and not many people around my age. I am scheduled for surgery on November 24th, in Rochester NY. Very nervous and very excited. i guess the nerves are mostly around surgery itself and complications that may arise because of my age and BMI. I am 51 and my BMI is 51 as well! Currently at pretty much the highest weight ever, been overweight my entire adult life with the exceptions when i have lost a lot and then of course, gained it back. Would love to hear from others that have already been through it with a similar BMI and age and just help me understand its all going to be ok!

thanks!

Welcome.....

@@mjmboston we met over on the Octobers but welcome to this wonderful supportive group. I had a very high BMI and that along with my age made me very nervous. But with the encouragement of this group and the battery of tests and a quote from Dr. Oz I gained strength. Dr. Oz compared being over 50 with a BMI over 50 as being given a solid Cancer diagnosis. You would take steps to address that and that it is what this surgery is doing....helping to save your life. I was scared, and rightly so,it's major surgery. Surgery was a breeze. Recovery, well protein shakes in particular has been the most difficult part. I've had some complications with potassium and fluid levels which lead to good and bad days. But there's always the positive weight loss! Good luck on your journey!

@@mjmboston, welcome to the group. We are all in our fifties here, except for Queenofthecrop who is 61. But we begged her to stay here. Lots of information and support here. We like to hear how each of us are doing so keep us posted.

Lainie

Welcome mjmboston! 51! Wow, 10 years younger than me (and thanks everyone for letting me stay in this AWESOME GROUP OF WOMEN!!!!) How I wish I would have had this done when I was your age....seriously, you have many many more miles to go and once you get your body and health back I'll bet there will be no stopping you! Life is short and for me and most of the people here, we are making every day count....and it's so much easier as a thin, healthy person!

Very exciting times ahead for all of us!

I am 59 and was sleeved on Oct 9th. Weightloss surgery was a breeze for me. I experienced no pain. The hardest part for me was the 2 weeks of liquid. Today I am completing my 2 weeks of puree foods. I will be so happy tomorrow when I can finally eat! I feel the hardest part is now behind me.

I would appreciate suggestions on what to eat for the next two weeks. I have been getting bored eating the same things every day.

@@mjmboston welcome! We're the same age. I totally understand how you feel. I had my surgery October 17 and have not had one minute of regret, despite the fact that the first week after surgery was incredibly hard for me.

Best of luck to you in this journey. Feel free to ask questions. There aren't a lot of us in this group, but everyone is very encouraging & helpful.

@@Elainecamsun, even though I was sleeved eight days after you, It appears we are at the same stage.

This Saturday I will begin the soft food stage. I have been reading the blog from "the world according to eggface". She has lots of creative recipes. I also googled soft food recipes for bariatric surgery and found a few ideas. Hopefully that helps.

Thanks so much everyone! Excited to find you all.

@@Vsglady nice to chat with you again! And thank you for that stat about over 50 with BMI over 50. That just reconfirms I am doing the right thing!

Have a great night everyone!

Hello Ladies..... I'm going join and participate this group cause tomorrow I turn 50!!! Whoo hoo! I have navigated through the forums and Wow it's been a learning experience! I will have my consult with the surgeon on Nov. 19th. Looking at possible surgery in December. I weigh 308, 5'5 and BMI 51(I think). I am so ready for a life change! I am also doing the surgery so I can have my knees replaced. I stopped working late April because suddenly I could not put pressure in it. So I have my highs and lows being on disability through my job. Luckily, I signed up for the disability insurance. It's better than nothing!! A lot has to be done and we will persevere!

Looking to chat with you guys! ❤️Lisa