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Dairy free ideas for full fluid/puree stage
I am lactose intolerant, most of the suggestion for full fluid are dairy because it's an easy protein. I use lactaid but after a while it just doesn't work as well. I need some alternative ideas that are protein rich, dairy free and full fluid/puree.
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Recipes
Need ideas for simple easy recipes. High protein, low carb of course
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Inspire Protein Shakes
Can you tell me what your favorite flavors are if you like this protein shake brand, and can you heat or cook with it? Thank you
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Carbs vs Net Carbs
When counting your carbs for the day do you count all carbs or net carbs meaning carbs minus fiber anf sugar alcohols?
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Love the Premier Protein bars at Sam's Club
I was hesitant to buy these because I am usually disgusted with most protein bars and their weird taste. The Premier Protein bars taste just like a candy bar. I don't eat much junk but these will do the trick when I have to have something sweet. At 15 g of protein and low in sugar, these are so filling that I only eat half…
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Issues affecting the scale
Hi All! Apologies in advance as this is a very long post! Wondering what issues you have faced when dealing with our dreaded/beloved scales? The past month or so has been rough. My gym removed my classes from the schedule and I have seen my trainer at a different place and done some spin and mixed spin classes but due to…
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Need more MFP friends for support
Hello all, I had my VSG 5/4/2017 and I'm looking to add some more people to my friends list. I'm doing okay so far, my stats are: SW: 250 CW: 229.2 Height 5'7" Age 32 years old So I'm doing okay only 3 weeks out. However, I have seriously tuned into this app as another tool besides my sleeve. I'm a teacher and will soon…
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4 easy months and now this
Everything I have to chew to eat is making me feel awful. Hypersalivate, have those wonderful chest pains. Meat, cheese veggies all the same. Protein drinks are ok so is yogurt. Really bad indigestion too.
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Keto diet after the Sleeve?
Has anyone stuck to a ketogenic diet after having the sleeve? not white recovering, but once you are allowed solid foods again? I am keto now and would like to continue it once I am healed from surgery, I am reading articles online about what to eat, and not eat after being sleeved, and a lot of keto foods are on the DO…
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Free bootcamp promo code...
Hey friends - if anybody wants to try Camp Gladiator, I've got a promo code for a 4-week camp to give away (June 26 to July 22). The four weeks are free, but be warned, you might get addicted and sign up after your first camp. I've been going since Valentine's Day and it's been a great fit for me. I'm definitely not "in…
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New here - VSG scheduled for 6/21
I am currently on the pre-op liquid diet, constantly hungry! My family & boyfriend are supportive but can't really understand as none are overweight. I've been overweight since I had my first child 26 years ago and have tried everything out there. Now I feel like this will be the tool I need to help me achieve my goals.…
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Right Lower Abdominal Pain
Hello everyone. So it has been a little over a year since my surgery (RNY). For the past few months I've had a tenderness feeling in my right lower quadrant. I'm not sure what could cause this. It will last a week or so and then the pain goes away. Its not really a pain just an annoyance. Has anyone had this before?…
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Obamacare repeal: will insurance still cover VSG?
Does anyone know if VSG will still be covered if the Republicans repeal Obamacare/ACA? I heard that employer insurance started covering it because of the ACA requiring Medicaid to cover it and the Senate is planning to undo Medicaid expansion. We dont know exactly what's in tne senate bill (I hope they let us see it before…
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Prtein Shake no foam
Who knows of a gold protein powder that does not get foamy when you blend it with ice? The foam tends to make my stomach hurt.
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Drinking Water at Gym Post RnY.
I am having the worst time drinking water when I'm working out at the gym. Not that I don't want to drink, I just get a slight pain in my pouch I would guess, when I get a drink... I try for a sip, I don't think I'm getting too much, but I have the slight ping of pain, and feel like I need to burp, but don't. -I have a…
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VSG Tomorrow!!
I can't believe this day is finally almost here! I go in for VSG tomorrow. I don't check in until 11:50 so I have a later surgery but I'm still so close! My nerves are shot right now and I could really use the extra support. I'm really worried my preop diet won't be sufficient. I lost 10lbs in 2weeks which really worries…
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Questions about vsg
I have a first appointment next month but in the meantime, I've been trying to do lots of research. I'd love to hear about your experiences. I've been thinking VSG but I'm interested in other wls options too. Here are my questions: Is there any really long term research on wls? I've seen up to 10 years out but I'm worried…
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Recent surgery
I had a rny in 2009. I lost a 144 lbs. but shortly after that my brother died. There went all my hard work. Over the following years weight piled on. As it did more depression and co-mornifities came back. Equals more meds. More weight. That one life changing event cancelled out my process. So then since then I have been…
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Pre-WLS Limbo
Hello Everyone! I'm new to the discussion board. I'm currently in "WLS Limbo" lol. Still going to my required doctors visits and prepping for this life change. Is there anyone else out there who intends on having surgery this year? Please add me, it would great to have some extra support along the way. For those of you who…
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Thoughts on breaking my stall...
I've been bouncing around between 225 and 220 since May 4th. My eating hasn't been bad, but I haven't been tracking consistently. I'm resolving to track everything I eat between now and when we leave for vacation on June 18th. I did go a little crazy over the past week with Wasabi Ranch Snapea Crisps. Those won't be…
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Sweaty Selfies
Let's get a workout thread going. Post a picture from your workout, tell us what you're doing and why you like it. Tell us how your fitness changed since surgery. Tell us anything else we should know about your workout. #sweatyselfie
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Food pics :)
Here are some pics of the Bariatric Eating General Tso's chicken, Damn Delicious Pineapple Chicken and Emily Bites lasagna cups. This is food prep for lunch during the week and plenty for freezing. Going to make the Bariatric Eating enchilada Ricotta later which I am looking forward to. Decided I needed to add more variety…
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Looking into WLS and have a few questions
So I went to a seminar and am waiting for the insurance check to see what's covered and there's a few questions I'd love to have answers before I start the journey. Some background: I'm 5'6 and 260 lbs. diabetic, hypothyroid and PCOS'er. I've always been obese. I'm leaning heavily towards the band because it's adjustable…
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Please help
I'm 9 months post op. Since month 6 I've only lost 6 lbs. I've upped calories to see if that would help. It hasnt. I've started exercisin more that hasn't helped either. Stat's Hw 317 March 2016 Sw 266 sept 2016 Current weight today 183.6. Is this normal?
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Hello everyone
Hi, I'm new here and I have been going through the required 6 month process towards surgery. I am having VSG. I have 2 more visits with my nutritionist. Then we will submit to insurance. I'm so nervous yet anxious! I definitely would love some new friends who are where I am or pretty close. I love to hear others journeys!
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Thoughts on P3 portable protein packs?
I've seen them in the store, and thought, they may be a good post-op thing.... But I'm not quite sold on the nuts... http://www.proteinproteinprotein.com/ I really like the turkey/ham/cheddar one. I just found the jerky kind. So, I guess my question, good/bad as a quick, grab?
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Almost 4mo out and moving slow
I sure do miss the rapid loss from right after surgery, if only that could have lasted one or two more months. But I went in knowing this wasn't going to be all easy peasy lemon squeazy. I was losing a fair amount after upping my activity but I got pretty sick this last week so my activity level dropped and so has my loss.…
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Strength Training
I had RNY over a year ago. I've recently started strength training. I see my friends drinking drinks for a pre-workout then post-workout as well. Should I be drinking these to get the results I want or do you think its way too much caffeine etc for someone that had RNY? Any advice appreciated
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Modified Bariatric Keto .. Anyone?
Trying a modified version of the keto eating plan (for bariatric patients). The fat is limited more than with the regular plan. Just looking to try and change the types of carbs I eat: breads/simple carbs VS complex carbs -- not looking to severely restrict. Here is the link if anyone is interested:…
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Just told surgery is delayed :(
In Alberta, the process for WLS is already a long one, but I met with my clinic today for my monthly meeting and was told surgery is still another 6ish months away :( I had my first meeting in July 2016 (referral from doctor was sent in Sept 2015) and now hoping for a November 2017 surgery date. I was so hoping that I…
