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.

Have you tried protein powder instead of protein shake on or in foods

Grandma2tweetie, yes, I use my protein powder with plain Greek non fat yogurt. I use the unjury brand of protein powder and when I mix in the chocolate it tastes like chocolate pudding, yummy!

Ladies, I wish I knew about Genepro during my first weeks post op. It is tasteless and a small spoonful packs 30 grams of protein. There is a thread somewhere on here that I kept reading. I finally went on Amazon and am kicking myself for not buying it earlier.

#traveler60 sorry about the scrambled eggs. Not sure why they didn't settle well with you. Still happens to me sometimes on eggs n everything if I "mindless" eat my meal. I forget to chew sometimes... Lol. Boy does it hurt! I try to walk it off and that helps a little.

Happy Friday everyone????????

Hi all,

Is the Genepro Protien called "Musclepro Research Genepro Genetic Tri-Protien Peptide Powder"? That is what comes up on Amazon with a search.

Thanks,

Janet

That's it????

@@BellaLuce4, thanks for the info on genpro. I currently use Unjury unflavored but today,for the first tim , I noticed that I smelled it, so looking for something else.

Well, had my oral surgery yesterday and now have a partial in the bottom. Still quite a bit of pain but it is getting better. I have my psych evaluation on Tuesday then can set up an appointment with the doctor and nutritionist. Maybe then I will finally get a date !!!

@@LainieG sorry to hear you're in pain. I hope you feel better soon. Thanks for checking on me. This is my 4 th attempt to respond! Each post has been wiped out and they were all pretty long... I have been have some problems with my potassium levels. Gaterade has been life saving. Fluid retention- now off diuretic. And arthritis pain has really been the worse ever. But healing from the surgery has been great. Except for the occasional twinge, it's great. I did have a rough 2 days...I was driving and got cut off and had to slam on my brakes although i didn't hit the steering wheel the jolt really jostled my insides. I have no problem getting in my 64 oz. The protein drinks are a bit harder. Unjury chicken soup and chocolate splendor warm are my saving grace. Today I start purée stage!

A bit of advice for newbies...try to get a clear plan of how to coordinate care between surgeon and PCP. I am only the second WLS patient my PCP has had.

LainieG, my son suggested trying flavored club soda or seltzer to wean yourself off the diet coke. Can't imagine having carbonation with my sleeve. Let's just say "Sleevie Wonder" really talks to you and it's best to listen! Good luck with your appointments next week! Always wishing you the best!

Welcome to all the newbies! You're gonna love this! What an adventure!

I am 22 days before my #gastricsleeve I am feeling ????????????. I am going today to purchase my 7 day preoperative diet items because time will go fast for me. I will work next week, vacation for a week, first day back from vacation pre - diet, preop appoint than BAM surgery. Any suggestions for my preop diet would be great.

HI Funsize!!!! Just think how you will feel after the first of the year!!!! You are about to embark on a total mind / body / soul/ connection that will allow you to become the person you were meant to be!!!! I don't have any suggestions for a pre-op (I actually had no pre-op) but I do know you are in for a great year!!!! Welcome!!!!

@@funsize my preop diet was very easy. It was 1200 calories. Pasta, bread, rice , corn and potatoes were not allowed. Low fat or no fat cheese etc. if you are on a calorie counting pre op, The My Fitness Pal is a huge help. If you can eat anything besides shakes, my NUT recommended Moringstar prime grillers and canned chicken which were great. (Not together Lol) also trying to eat every 4 hours helped, plus the 64 ounces of fluid. Hope this helps.

Happy to find a 50's group! Had surgery at 51 and so glad. Best gift I ever gave myself. Now it is years later and those pounds don't come back. Ok 2-3 come and go. But never in my life could I maintain a large weight loss... I kept saying. I just want to feel normal. Whatever that is to each of us. And I am So happy to say. I do feel size 12 is normal life for me. For years. We can all do this with support and help. Glad to be here. Grateful????

@funsize. Not sure what you're allowed on preop but I had two shakes & dinner was 4oz protein, maybe , can't remember & a cup of veggies. If I was still hungry, I could have sugar-free Jell-O or another protein shake. That didn't work for me. I'll be honest, At lunchtime I would have a veggie salad. I ate healthy but needed little more to keep me going

Keep yourself occupied to keep your mind off food. Hopefully it will be easier for you. Good luck!

@@Julie norton thanks for saying that, I am early in the process so like to hear success stories!

Hi all,

Is the Genepro Protien called "Musclepro Research Genepro Genetic Tri-Protien Peptide Powder"? That is what comes up on Amazon with a search.

Thanks,

Janet

Thank you i just ordered this today