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Weight Loss Surgery Group

This group is for those who are considering weight loss surgery. Whether that be the band, sleeve or bypass.

Come and ask questions and get the advice you need to make the best decisions for you.

Owner: TrefGLeaders: TrefGCreated on September 22, 2015170 membersPrivacy: Public

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I just joined! :) Is this group still active?
I been looking for a good weight loss surgery group, is this group still active? I know it was created a long time ago. I am in the pre-surgery range. I would love to meet everyone!
Pre-Weight loss Surgery Behavior Goal
. Eliminate carbonated drinks . Eliminate caffeine . Eliminate Alcohol . Eliminate Simple Sugars . Assess your hunger level before eatting . Take small bites . Chew food 20 times per bite . Put your fork down between bites . Stop eating when no longer hungry . Don't drink with meals . Eat 3 meals per day, including…
Guidelines To Qualify For Surgery
. Efforts to lose weight with diet and exercise have been unsuccessful . Your BMI (your body mass) is 40 or more . Your BMI is 35 or more and you have serious weight related health problems such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or severe sleep apnea
Gastric Sleeve and Bariatric Surgery Support Group On Facebook
This is one group I have joined on facbook that has helped me everyone is active and so nice hope it helps someone :) They post food ideas pics and give you hope that yes you can do this
Anyone currently considering Weight Loss Surgery?
Just wondering if we have anyone who is currently considering WL surgery? Let us know what type of surgery you're considering?
Starting My Journey Today!!
Hello, I am beginning my journey to prepare for the sleeve. I have 6 months of doctor overseen diet which starts today. I have tried to diet and exercise before to no avail; which is why I am trying to go the route of surgery. Anyone with ideas or suggestions to make this time "different" I would greatly appreciate them!!
Looking for personal experiences on SLEEVE and BYPASS
Hello everyone, my name is Mari. I am going to be getting weight loss surgery. I had my first appointment with my surgeon today and we are getting things into gear for WLS. I have to do everything the same for either surgeries so we can get things moving even though I didn't have to decide today which one to have done. I…
Considering Weight Loss Surgery
Hi! I was just wondering if anyone has had weight loss surgery? I actually posted just in MFP regular postings and got the brunt of people who feel because I emotionally eat that I would not be good for weight loss surgery because I would only continue to eat that way afterwards. I was just curious if anyone has had the…
Waiting for my Surgery would like to chat with anyone who had it done :-)
hello i live in the uk and would like to chat with anyone who has just had it done i am 43 male and fine about having it done. I am goin to see my dietitian soon so hopefully find out something that i need to know cheers for reading this :smile:
Supporting Spouse that completed surgery
Hello! Has anyone else trying to support their significant other post surgery? My husband just had surgery last week, so he is still on the clear liquids for a few more days. We are talking about meal planning in the weeks ahead, and will be going to the gym together once he is ready. I know this is a change that will be…

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