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Resources
Anyone have any good links or suggestions as to prepping for surgery? I want to start changing my diet now but can't seem to find any good recipes for after the surgery
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How to say goodbye to the old you?
Hello all I was over weight my entire life, not once was I considered a normal weight. More than half my life I was classified as morbidly obese or super morbidly obese. I was sleeves on November 9, 2015 and have since lost 105 lbs so far and went from a 28 to wearing a 16 today!!!! I can't seem to get my brain to connect…
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Free MFP vs paying for premium?
Does anyone pony up for premium? Is it worth it?
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I don't know what to do
So I been thinking all about having the gastric surgery but I'm just really worried about complications or pain or who knows lol I have watched youtube videos of people who have had it, I have talked with people I know who had it done and some good some bad. I just don't know how to weight out the bad with the good, and I…
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2.5 weeks out post-op with random of pain near stomach/ribs
I'm sure I'm just being paranoid. There is no rhyme or reason really to when I get them. Feels kind of achey. I'm just terrified of being in that 1% that has a complication. Talk me down :)
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Coffee :(
I really miss my decaf coffee/sf creamer/stevia. It appears to instantly go through me now :( . Any suggestions other than accept it and move on?
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How long did it take you to figure out how much to comfortable eat once you started eating food?
I just got upgraded to purée type consistency yesterday (it was like Christmas, way more options that I imagined!) and so far I feel like I've barely put anything in and I feel sick. So excited to eat egg salad even though I blended the crap out of it
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Tracking
Has anyone tracked their food using MFP pre-surgery? I am prepping and met with nutritionist (who doesn't like online trackers) and wonder how to convert 9 oz protein per day and other daily serving goals with percentages on this site. Any suggestions?
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new to this group
Hi my name is Vyann. I am 45, currently weighing in at 330lbs and I am only 5 feet. I suffer from crippling arthritis in my knees. Cronic pain sucks. I have been given the ok for knee replacement on both knees but of course, they want me to lose weight first. Not so easy. I am also at least 1/2way through the pre- program…
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Isopure or Syntrax?
Could anyone who has tried both of these in the unflavored version tell me if the Isopure Whey Protein Isolate http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002TG3QPO/ref=crt_ewc_title_oth_2/180-4740603-3219147?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER dissolves as well as the Syntrax Nector Medical…
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Protein pudding
My new fave!!!! Sugar free instant vanilla pudding, 2 cups fair life milk, 1 scoop injury protein powder, whisk and pour into 4 portions! Soooo good!
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What were your experiences directly after surgery?
I'm almost done with my appointment phase and I'll soon be getting the VSG, and I was wondering, what did you all experience after surgery? Did you wake up in pain? In how much pain were you? Any other discomforts? What was the hardest thing for you after surgery? Do you have any regrets? How long was it until you felt…
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Boys don't read this...ladies, am I alone here??
My monthly visitor has moved in full time and won't leave me alone. Since my surgery 2 months ago, I've only had about 1 week without my period! My hormones are a MESS, and I struggle swinging between crazy b!?ch mode and crying on the floor and molesting men in uniforms. My body hates me. I feel like I'm on an episode of…
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Post Op Support
Who all goes to these, in person? I know this forum has been my main form of post-op. My Bari Center actually offers 3 classes per month. One of the runs at 11am on a Tuesday (I'm guessing they were not thinking about working souls) and is hosted by the Center's nutritional and exercise team. One is run on the weekends…
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Sooo weak and exhausted
Today is a bad day for me! I feel stupid, like I'm struggling to even follow my normal routine this morning. Things just weren't clicking right. I ditched my initial hiking plans and drove back home. I did 17 miles in my recumbent bike and began making lunch. Since then, I have progressively grown weaker. I've only taken 3…
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Surgery in One Week...it's getting real
I'm halfway through my liquid diet with surgery scheduled for next Tuesday. I've lost about 12 pounds on the liquid diet so far (22 lbs total in 6 month prep period), but the head hunger is wreaking havoc on the liquid diet! I've been pretty good for the most part, sticking to protein shakes made with skim milk, broth, and…
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Bypass or Sleeve??
Hi! I have my appointment with my surgeon, psychologist, and dietitian all on April 4th? I have been pretty set on the sleeve, but now I'm not sure. Your input would be appreciated.
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Bouncing back after a case of the F- its.
Last year I had a serious case of the F-its. I think we have all experienced that on some level. I feel that it's important to share this because in this group, we need to see honesty and reality, all of it, the good and the less than good. I was working at a job I wasn't thrilled with, I had 3 hours of commuting a day and…
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Fitbit Friends
I know that mfp has a lot of fitbit groups, but I thought I'd reach out here for anyone with a fitbit that would like to participate in some extra exercise camaraderie during our similar journey. :) Post your fitbit user profile if you'd like to be added by others! Mine is: https://fitbit.com/user/47C44C
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Scale suggestions?
I have just a basic digital from target and it drives me nuts because I could step on it three times in a row and get three different results. Anyone have an accurate scale they love?
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Looking for friends with open food diaries
Howdy! I'm looking for friends with open food diaries. I'm always looking for new ideas! Gets a little tiresome at times, coming up with new ideas. Please feel free to add. Good luck out there. =) VSG: October 7, 2015 HW: 272 SW: 246.2 GW: 130
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Snack time
I've been thinking about this for a bit and seem to run in to a lack of creativity. When I'm sitting in my office anywhere from 8-12 hours, I often have a panging for something to snack on. Something that's not yogurt, deli meat, cheese, (as those are usually my breakfast/lunch). My office is usually stocked with cashews,…
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Protein Shakes and Vitamins
So what did you find for vitamins and protein shakes? I'm experimenting at the moment but everything I've found tastes chalky and my stomach hates me for drinking/eating them!!! I want something that's tastes GOOD! I've tried Strawberries 'n Creme Muscle Milk (didn't mind it) and Caramel Cafe Atkins (chalky after taste).…
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Zero Calorie Sweeteners
Has anyone experienced an intolerance to zero cal sweeteners? I can't put them in my coffee. I can't eat sugar free foods. I can't use any sugar free products. This is new in the last month. I have a sweet tooth and crave sweet foods. Now, the only way to get sweets is by using full calorie foods. I really need any advice…
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4 months post op - Where were you??
I am taking my first post-surgery vacation in a month. I will be just past my 4 month mark, and had set a goal for this trip that I don't think I will hit. Can you guys tell me where you were at with weight loss at your 4 month mark? I don't want to be disappointed in myself, so I want to see how much variation there is…
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I think I have a Date!
I finished my pre op stuff today and called the surgeon's office to report in and the gal asked if I wanted to schedule my pre op for her! I have to do a gallbladder ultrasound and an EKG and labs. She also gave me a tenitive surgery date of April 7!! I was so excited at the beginning of this but now having a possible…
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When to attend the seminar?
I'm just starting my process. I have 1 month of the required 6 with my primary doctor. Should I wait till it's closer to the 6 months or do it now?
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3 1/2 month checkup
..went great. The Dr. told me I was "ahead of schedule"--on date of appt and with his scale I have lost just over 60 lbs since 11/23/16. I am happy with this most days...some weeks I stall for a few days and get nervous, but it usually works out. I am not getting all the protein in that I need to, so I discussed that with…
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Starting the Process through Beaumont
I saw my primary doc yesterday. I go to the seminar next Wednesday. I'm really nervous but excited too. Wish I didn't have to wait the six months. But that's not going to stop me!
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Giant legs and extra clothes
I have two random questions that are both bothering me. First, I have GIANT legs! It seems that Gravity is taking my extra fat down to my legs as I melt. I'm down 146lbs, and my thighs are a FRIGHT and my calves are HUGE! I walk 2 miles daily, bike 10miles a few times a week, and I do leg lifts. They just wanna be giant…
