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This is Lisa. I started this group in 2018 and came back to it 6 years post surgery. Gained 17 lbs back and gotta get back to my own advice! lol

Checking in to see how you are doing.

I totally get it. I am 2 1/2 years out. during this shelter in place I gained 10 lbs. Last week, I started back on 800 calories to 1200 calories per day and increased my activity. 2 lbs down. The sleeve still works, I went to Internet for the gastric sleeve reset diet. It’s about the same progression as after surgery. I…

I saw your post and just wanted to check in on how you are doing. Hope all went well.

Fit4sho42 You are inbetween a rock and a hard place. How much weight did the doctor ask you to get off before surgery approval? It’s tough but they want to see the commitment to permanent change in eating habits because the surgery isn’t magic.... there is a “honeymoon” period after surgery where you will drop the most…

If I eat more than 3-4 oz of food, I get fluttering heart and feel nausea and weak. Heart specialist said the more I eat the more blood supply to the gut.... zaps my energy. Was advised to eat very small amounts vs 3 meals. He also advised me stay at 27 BMI, and that I don’t need to lose 30 more lbs.... 10 at most. I need…

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CrazyLife3Kids thanks for your post. Lovely picture and it’s good to hear from people who are a few years post op. I just made it through the Holidays, travel, parties... and it’s food, drink, appetizers, desserts everywhere. I tried a few things but ultimately, my sleeve and digestive tract reject anything sugary, or…

Luwright321 thank you for your feedback. My surgeon offered a year of support group meetings which include participation by nurses, nutritionists, lessons from post op patients. The decision to have this surgery is multi-faceted. What people don’t realize is that this decision impacts not only your body, weight, size but…

The surgeon said that they don’t entirely understand the Grelin hormone which is secreted when the stomach is empty. They cut out the part of the stomach that secretes Grelin hormone then when you eat the sleeve is full—it stops and the brain satiety signal acts quickly. Why tastebuds or food preferences change is a…

More clothes being posted.... it’s a bit scary parting with clothes.... but, down 67 lbs. and I am within lbs of my ideal weight. Not looking back.... staying positive.

Maggie that’s fantastic. I am a big pack rat when it comes to clothes. In other words, I have vintage (oldest is from 1976) and new clothes that range from size 8 through 22w. My weight yo-yo is over now and frankly, my lifestyle has changed dramatically. It was bittersweet parting with some things but empowering as well.…

Check this site. https://www.bulletproof.com/fudge-brownie-collagen-protein-bar-12-pack. Informative information on their products and how they support your health.

Okay. So I bought three flavors of the Be Mixed zero calorie zero sugar cocktail mixers. All Natural Ginger Lime. Made a vodka martini, shaken, not stirred. Look, if you love a strong ginger taste with a pop of lime it’s okay. It’s sweetened with Stevia and is loaded with fresh ginger so you must shake this up. The colder…

Figured I would try this for those “on the go” times. It tastes like a product that came out when I was a kid called “Nutiment”.... tastes exactly the same but 30g protein.

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Very dark. Not what I expected. Disturbing really, about society, being thin, perfect, beautiful, and perspectives on many women’s issues.

Why Do Gastric Bypass Patients Get Sleepy After Eating Bariatric patients need to make GOOD choices especially at lunch. Tips for NOT crashing after a meal. Have you noticed since your WLS and return to regular eating a meal often causes you to become sleepy? Seriously sleepy. Drop your head in your plate sleepy. This…

fit4sho42 it’s good to do all possible due diligence. Learn as much as you can to inform and prepare. Then, you can make the right decision for you. Please don’t focus on “what if” rather, focus on WHAT IS and your focus and commitment to this process. As I always say... bariatric surgery is a tool... not a magic solution…

It’s been nearly 7 months since my sleeve. Best decision I could have made. It really is an investment in myself, my health, my life. One aspect of this journey is how to deal with your changing body, what happens to your face, breasts, skin, hair, and yes... teeth. As I get closer to my ideal weight (if I stay on target 🎯…

Survived a week of fun, partying, theater, fine dining, and of course.... carbs. Stepped on the scale, didn’t lose but a few ounces but definitely lost inches. Lots of walking, dancing, and sticking to 1200-1400 calories. Stalled 3 weeks..... have had company and a vacation.... 3 weeks.......so sick of food to be honest. I…

Here is a site that may prove helpful in determining where you should be or your chances of hitting major weight loss goals within a timeframe. A calculator is provided, enter your data and view 6, 12, 18 months averages. Note that because age, BMI, pre existing health issues may cause you to stall. You doc and…

I have had guests nearly 2 weeks. Vacationers want to eat at restaurants, drink alcohol, run around to attractions, etc. I have not weighed myself, I ate a little bit of this and that. Well, today I am in bed. I actually went in for a vitamin infusion and hydration as it’s in the nineties outside and I am sick. The sleeve…

Based on our findings, a competent surgeon with enough experience can realize the following weight loss numbers for patients. Average 3 Month Expected Weight Loss 33% Average 6 Month Expected Weight Loss 50% Average 12 Month Expected Excess Weight Loss 65% Average 18 Month Expected Excess Weight Loss 70% Average Percentage…

Couple observations/considerations. I came across an interesting comment regarding drinking acidic based alcohol such as wine after gastric sleeve. The persons on the thread were saying that after just one or two glasses of wine, the next morning they awoke with sore throats, swollen glands in their neck, even their ears…

Posting link to Pre-op through post-op staged diet for those interested. https://www.obesitycoverage.com/the-big-gastric-bypass-diet-guide/

Beginners Guidelines and Sample Menus. https://www.ucsfhealth.org/education/dietary_guidelines_after_gastric_bypass Good info for VSG or Gastric Bypass patients.

Dietary Guidelines after Bariatric Surgery. https://www.ucsfhealth.org/education/dietary_guidelines_after_gastric_bypass/ A comprehensive summary and quick reference guidelines. My surgeon has a support group, nurses, dietitians and follow up visits for ONE year included in his fee. I continue to be amazed at how many…

And so you are merrily going down the VSG path and you are thinking you are pretty steady on your weight loss, perhaps a little nausea but you are tolerating foods pretty well. Then one day.... the cramping, the churning occurs, maybe your face is flushed, perhaps a bit gassy... maybe too much fiber, didn’t eat any sweets,…

It’s quite a balancing act... carbs (good carbs). But fact is, swapping out pasta for organic lentil legume pasta (I mix in diced fresh veggies) helps me feel like I am getting the real thing. I can dice grilled chicken in with it too or add Greek yogurt with lots of yellow curry to get that “it’s a real meal” advantage. I…