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I am 6 weeks post op from RNY. Yes, have terrible taste in my mouth most of time. Also, my taste buds are more sensitive. I am still on liquids I have been nauseous and throwing up since surgery. I have been in hospital twice due to dehydration. Hope it gets better for you

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On 01/27/2022 at 14:05, Frazzled said:






My sleeve was 12/22. I think I am likely overeating. I am finding it really hard to get in five small meals per day, even while working from home. I am hitting my Fluid intake without issue. I am likely going to be going back to the Paleo Autoimmune Protocol diet where it makes sense - it is very high Protein, healthy fats, low carbs. I felt so great right out of the gate after surgery. Now, not so much. I just need to figure out how to follow the program better.


We are surgery twins!!! My sleeve was 12/22! I am actually starting body for life diet I used to body build and used that meal plan and workout so I’m doing it again. It’s high Protein low fat and carbs. I know I caught myself snacking small meals at first because I just couldn’t eat much and once I went to 6 small meals a day I broke the stall. It is hard to figure out food there are some really good YouTube videos out there that helped me

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32 minutes ago, LandaF said:

I struggling with my Water intake. Does anyone experience a funny taste in their mouth. I swear I hate it!!

I didn't notice a funny taste but still have difficulty drinking my Water. Before surgery, I drank it all day long. I just don't like it or want it.

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1 hour ago, MatureMom803 said:

I am 6 weeks post op from RNY. Yes, have terrible taste in my mouth most of time. Also, my taste buds are more sensitive. I am still on liquids I have been nauseous and throwing up since surgery. I have been in hospital twice due to dehydration. Hope it gets better for you

I’m abt 6 weeks post op as well. I’m am able to tolerate foods. Just the Water. I tried the crystal like wild strawberry and was able to tolerate a full bottle of water. I’m afraid of becoming dehydrated. I’m doing okay with my Protein but liquids are very hard!! I hope you get better as well.

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On 1/22/2022 at 6:05 PM, Jenn21 said:

Hi, I had my sleeve done on Dec.27th. In 2 days I will be 4 weeks post-op. I've been walking more and more. I was wondering if anyone did anything else besides walking this early on? I was in the mood to play my Just Dance games on Xbox and WII but don't know that I should yet. Any comments or suggestions would be very much appreciated!!

I also had my surgery on 12-27-21. I’ve been walking as well and I also did a 1 mile hike which was amazing. I feel like I need to do more but I don’t want to over do it. I have an indoor cycling bike and I can’t wait to use it.

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I had my surgery December 14th. I have lost 52 pounds but my food or liquids still feel stuck. I drink slowly and take sips and with my food I'm still doing smoshy foods because of the feeling. Is anyone experiencing this?

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Hi Liz, congratulations! My RNY was 12/15/21. I haven’t been able to keep much down and extremely nauseous. I have been hospitalized twice for dehydration. I am struggling. I am still on liquids. Have you consulted with nutritionist where you had surgery ? I hope this gets better for you! If you want a Bari Buddy let me know.

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47 minutes ago, MatureMom803 said:

Hi Liz, congratulations! My RNY was 12/15/21. I haven’t been able to keep much down and extremely nauseous. I have been hospitalized twice for dehydration. I am struggling. I am still on liquids. Have you consulted with nutritionist where you had surgery ? I hope this gets better for you! If you want a Bari Buddy let me know.

I will be going to the doctor February 7. I really hope you feel better. What does your doctor say? I was the same the first 2 weeks. I couldn't even keep pain medication or Vitamins down. And now i can only drink Water with plenty of ice. Have you trief having it with Crystal Light. I'll be your bari buddy...

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Hey December folks! Just checking in to see how everyone is doing... As for me, weight loss seems to have slowed a bit, but is still progressing. I'm still finding it pretty hard to get Protein and Water in daily. I feel like its either one or the other, I just cant seem to nail both. Regardless, I'm now 45 days post op and 41 lbs down.

Hopefully everyone is safe, doing great, and well on their weight loss journey!

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52 minutes ago, New_me_2022 said:

Hey December folks! Just checking in to see how everyone is doing... As for me, weight loss seems to have slowed a bit, but is still progressing. I'm still finding it pretty hard to get Protein and Water in daily. I feel like its either one or the other, I just cant seem to nail both. Regardless, I'm now 45 days post op and 41 lbs down.

Hopefully everyone is safe, doing great, and well on their weight loss journey!

Sleeved Dec. 22nd and have only lost 15 lbs. a little disappointed. However, since I’m older it’s ok as I don’t want to have skin surgery. Having some difficulty getting all my Protein in, those drinks are expensive. Good to hear from you. Good luck everyone.

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On 1/30/2022 at 9:23 PM, Liz_martin said:

I will be going to the doctor February 7. I really hope you feel better. What does your doctor say? I was the same the first 2 weeks. I couldn't even keep pain medication or Vitamins down. And now i can only drink Water with plenty of ice. Have you trief having it with Crystal Light. I'll be your bari buddy...

Hey! Sleeved 12/09/21. So far lost 44 pounds. Generally going okay, although I still find some foods really challenging (Bread of any kind, chicken, salmon).

It's weird - I feel like I can get more Protein and nutrition in if I have liquid meals (soup and shakes etc). If I have solid meals, I feel like Im able to eat so little, it hardly even feels worth cooking!

Keen to hear how everyone else is getting on.

G

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On 2/4/2022 at 1:33 PM, armartin98 said:

Sleeved Dec. 22nd and have only lost 15 lbs. a little disappointed. However, since I’m older it’s ok as I don’t want to have skin surgery. Having some difficulty getting all my Protein in, those drinks are expensive. Good to hear from you. Good luck everyone.

15 lbs is still a great accomplishment, congrats!! I agree, Protein Shakes can be really pricey. I have found that juat about every pre-made shake has a powered alternative that is much more affordable. Takes less than 5 minutes to prepare them and averages about $1 per "shake" which is a much better value. Personally my "go to" is chocolate Premier Protein.

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How are all of the December 2021 surgeries doing? It's the best thing I've ever done for myself. Wish I would have done this a long time ago. I've lost 32 lbs. It's still coming off slowly but again, that's ok.

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Hi!!! I had my sleeve 12/22/2021 I am down 43 pounds! Started at 227 today 183! My 3 month post op was last week Dr said I am loosing at a great rate. My waist was 32 inches around. Ive only gone down to a size 16 in pants i havent lost much on my hips and thighs but the top of me looks great. I have not started at the gym yet but walk daily now that is warming up i hope to be able to start working out daily. I added a new food over the weekend and gained 3 pounds i think its Water My diabetes is almost gone no meds fasting sugars 100-115 and during the day they run around 105. I am on no medication I have fibromyalgia and arthritis and my symptoms have improved 80% at least. I havent had a Migraine since about 2 weeks out of surgery. I feel great and people have actually asked me what face work i have done because I look younger! I tell them nothing I just changed what I eat - uhh true!!!! Hope everyone is doing great! Oh! 310 Nutritional Protein shakes with almond milk - silk sugar free - is amazing and so many flavors when i crave something sweet I grab one but its my go to Breakfast - try them out you will love them!!!

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