Gastric Sleeve Patients?????

My name is Lynda. I had surgery on July 9th, 2013. Post surgery I am down 43 lbs. I am currently at a stand still though I have started going to the gym again and hoping that will help. My big problem is knowing what to eat. So days I just don't get hungry then when I do I'm starving. I am looking for suggestions on meals and snacks.

Hello to all Gastric Sleeve survivors and those whom are about to have the surgery, and those whom have an interest in it, I hope I haven't left anyone out!

I had my surgery on July 30, 2013, and I've been extremely pleased with the results. My Surgeon was amazing, he did find a small hernia and he removed it for me; plus he said all my organs appeared healthy. Always great news to hear. I did have a lot of heartburn and nausea afterwards, but that was gone in a few days. Other than that, I haven't had any complications, but I did educate myself 4 months prior to having the surgery; I attended all the semiars prior to surgery; I did the 2 post-op appointments; and I attend my WLS support group monthly.

A few things I feel are important to share are #1 educate yourself on all aspects of this surgery months in advance!! Knowledge really is power for it will help you decide if you want the surgery, and it can help you stay commited to the process post-surgery. #2 Get your kitchen and pantry organized by making sure you have the necessary gagets to weigh & measure your food and fluids; PLUS...get rid of any and all foods you'll no longer should eat. You don't want to be tempted. #3 remember that you will no longer have a regular digestive system, therefore, it is imperative for you to follow your doctor's orders. #4 know that this surgery isn't easy as uneducated people may think. It's mentally and physically challenging, but with hard work and perseverance, the rewards are fantstic.

All the best to each of you,
Janis

Hello....

I found an excellent cookbbook on Amazon. It's called, "Eating Well After Weight Loss Surgery" by Patt Leviine and Michelle Bontempo-Saray. The recipes I have tried sso far have all be delicious! For example this week I plan on fixing Cider-glazed Pork Chops, and the Teriyaki Turkey Burgers.

All recipes are noted with the standard nutritional information, PLUS, depending what tyoe of surgery you had, the week numbers post surgery are broken down, along with the single serving size for your family or guests. So cool and convenient to have cookbook that will suit everyone I cook for. So check it out!

Your surgery date is faast approaching, I bet you're very excited!!!!! I wish you the very, very best. Janis

I understand what your saying I have had the gastric sleeve and have had no conplicatiions on it// the other hand my causin who had the same surgery has had a lot of complications// but she would not change a thing.. yes there could be a risk into taking this surgery, but there are some of us who need this to help us stop eating or I should say over eating so we can lose this weight.

I had mine Feb 6th lost 110 pounds so far and hoping to hit my goal in a yr, not everyone is going to have the same results but you have to remember this is not a miricle tool this is a helping tool so if you continue to eat things like carbs and pasts rice breads even if its not fried its not going to help and prob make you sick.. This is my opinion but I am one to talk anyone into doing this that is over weight and health issues ,

i feel this is a wonderful thing to have to help get ppl like me healthy.don't get me wrong now that the holidays are here its hard man i sometimes hate having it because i want to eat all that stuff but then i sit back and think I am happy cause now I am happier with who I am becoming, so instead of discouraging them help them to understand what could happen, this may not be for everyone but I think its a wonderful thing they came out with to help ppl who sturggle with losing weight

Ok All!!! I am very excited and concerned about my upcoming surgery on 10/30. I am looking forward to all of your support!!! Lets all stick together and make this tool work for us!!! marie :flowerforyou:

i was sleeved 4 minths ago lost 15 so far. would love to have some friends here plz feel free to add me!

There's a sleeve group here on MFP called VSGers.

Eating is a hand to mouth process. For those that are struggling with grazing, have you tried occupying both with simple redundant yet creative tasks. Idle time seems to be everyone's enemy with weight loss. Chewing gum and needle point, or crocheting, or one of those tacky hook rugs. Made one of a tiger sfter my son was born. I have no idea what happened to it, but it got the job done. Also painted a ceramic haunted house that we still use 17 years later. Something that can be easily started and stopped at any point. Reading will broaden the mind, but does not occupy the hands. Please understand that I am not trying to simplify your battle, just a suggestion for a little help.

Hi! I was sleeved 7/24/13. Best day of my life. No complications and 67lbs down. Woo hoo. My brother did it last year and he lost over 100 lbs and is SKINNY Now. No complications. We got ur life back. GOod luck everyone and make sure you go to a good doctor with great track record.

It seems a lot of people are opting for the sleeve rather than the lap band. I wonder if the lap bad has had it's day.

Well done to everyone on your weight loss.

Hello and Congrats.

I too had the sleeve, its been an amazing journey. I feel so rested and good inside! My surgery was in April. I understand where you are, my biggest thing back then was not being able to drink water other-then sips, I was always thirsty, that has gotten better.

Actually just had toast with home made jam, BIG no no but with moderation and journeying we can still enjoy a treat ONCE IN A WHILE.

Debbie

@Lester: I was sleeved 9/26/13 and am down 40lbs, best decision I have ever made. You really need to take it easy the first two weeks and follow the diet plans your Dr gave you. It's reallly true and accurate that 4oz of food will make you feel stuffed in that first week. I just graduated up to ground beef and fish and was able to enjoy a nice social dinner with friends. It took me as long to eat 4oz of salmon and 2oz of chopped spinach as the rest took to eat full steak dinners!! Two products I have found to be lifesavers are Isopure zero carb protein drink (40 grams protein, 160 calories in 20 oz bottle) and Isopure Chocolate powder mix (25 grams protein, 110 calories with water in 12 oz glass). After 2 weeks I started using milk with the powder. The Isopure (about $4 bottle at GNC) has multiple flavors, counts towards fluid intake and really jumpstarts the daily protein (men need 80 per day).

I am scheduled for surgery on 11/6...excited and nervous. I have been using the is pure drinks pre op and plan on using them post op too because the shakes literally gag me. There is a lot of protein in them (40 grams) so hopefully that works but worried that I'm going to be starving. Any ideas?

Super excited to see that there is so many other people on here who have gotten the sleeve. I was just approved today 11/4/13 and go for my first class that the military ( for spouses) makes you go through this week. I can't wait to get to share my story later as well... I have always battled with my weight but it's not the food that I eat that's poor choices, it's always been the amount. I am hoping to shed 85 lbs.

Hi All, had my sleeve done October 30th, 2013. Feeling good, completing my proteins, thrilled to get milk back today. Hoping to still keep liking/tolerating the supplements. Would love to meet more people on the same journey.

I lost 21 lbs pre op, first appt Friday the 8th. My weight loss goal is 130 lbs.

Gerri