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I was only in the hospital overnight and went home the morning after my RNY. I was 212 right before their surgery and one week later was 209. Not much difference there. Didn't stay on i.v. fluids but about 12 hours, so I didn't have the excuse of a lot of fluids. Plus, take in account that I am a type I diabetic and my…

Does the 9 years between my first and second marriage count and the 13 years since the second one ended? Oh, for the record, I really picked some losers!

First off, your calories are far too low if you are active at all. How tall are you? Unless you are below 5 feet tall, you don't need to weigh 115 pounds. 1000 calories for maintenance is also NOT maintenance calories. Long term the body needs more than that. I'm on your friend list and would be glad to offer advice if…

Which surgery did you have? Glad to hear you are doing well. Sounds like a pretty normal first week diet--I had diluted broth, diluted juice, and Isopure clear protein drink (the ones that look and taste like kool aid.) As for the jello, I think I could eat about 1/4 of one so you are doing better than me! I had RNY and…

Yes, I think that I also felt like I needed to go "all out" before my surgery and enjoy food. I did, however, try not to go overboard and I began logging my food on MFP months before my surgery. My pre op diet was only one week prior and consisted of 3 Bariatric Advantage shakes per day and dinner which consisted of 5 oz.…

Mine went like this: In August of 2011 I went to a seminar in Houston--the first step. Next I was required to do 6 months (6 appointments) with their dietitian to learn about healthy eating--which I already knew as I was a nutrition major in college. Needless to say, I didn't follow what I knew or I wouldn't have been in…

Mine was done in Houston, TX by Matthew St. Laurent. He is more than AMAZING and has an entire team, comprised of himself, an associate, two dietitians and an office staff that is simply terrific. He has a website so that you can check him out. It's www.drstlaurent.com. What is amazing about his team is that he has…

For me, I had to do one week of Bariatric Advantage shakes, mandatory that I bought before surgery date would occur. I did 3 shakes per day and one solid meal consisting of 5 oz. lean meat and 1/2 cup cooked vegetables or 1 cup raw. I can promise that I looked very forward to the evening meal. During this time, my sons…

I use Bariatric Advantage. Some days I use the big "sweet tart" chewables, but most days I use the capsules. My labs are always perfect.

Gurgling is completely normal. The first week I was home I was on clear liquids--diluted juice, broth, Isopure Pure Clear protein drink. I probably walked about 30 minutes a day--slowly. For the next few weeks, your body is healing. You won't be able to take in but an ounce or two of liquids at a time. If you finish 1/2 of…

I had the option for all 3, and my head opted out of the band immediately. While I was torn between the sleeve and RNY, my surgeon, endocrinologist and I chose RNY. I am a type I diabetic who was dealing with multiple issues, such as sleep apnea, asthma, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, low thyroid, and poor kidney…

I had gastric bypas (RNY) in September of 2012. I have been at my goal weight for 8 months now. My experience has been great. With multiple severe health issues, including type I diabetes, staring kidney failure in the face, it has saved my life. Wouldn't change a thing.

For my challenge to myself I plan to get in at least 3 days a week strength training and 3 days of cardio per week--at least 30 minutes per day. That probably doesn't seem like much to most, but with my crazy schedule it will be challenging to get this done. My weight is steady at 135 and I choose to maintain there.…

When this challenge started, I had set a weight goal of 130 pounds. During this time, I met with my surgeon and dietitian and, with their advice, changed that goal. As they had me stand beside my dietitian, who is extremely small and physically fit, and look in the mirror, my surgeon pointed out that I was half her size.…

What is the 30/30 rule? Is this something specific to your surgical team? I've never heard of it. ???

Very excited for you!!!

Congrats on your surgery--glad it went well! I had RNY in September of 2012 and reached normal BMI about 8 months later. I don't think I ever actually made it through a whole jello cup! I believe I could eat about 1/4 of it in an hour! It took a while before I could put more than an ounce or two in at a time. Now I can…

Absolutely! Which is why my multivitamin is high in vitamin C. Thanks for always contributing such great, essential information!

I had gastric bypass done on 9/27/12 and have lost all of the weight I needed to lose. I achieved my loss in 8 months. I followed my doctor's plans exactly and my dietitian follows me on MFP. I lost 112 pounds and have been at maintenance for about 3 months now. Glad to see others who are successful and who have made the…

My 22 year old son is a college student--so he comes in contact with germs daily. His first three semesters, he was sick constantly. Colds, flu, you name it and he had it. He had one professor who was ALWAYS sick. Well, he started taking Airborne. First he took a mega dose (I think 5 or 6 chewables twice a day) and after…

Well, how much weight you lose, how successful you will be now and in the future, depends on YOU and the lifestyle change you adapt. If you choose to make excuses for yourself, you may still lose weight--at first--maybe 60% or a little more, maybe even 100%. But without those lifestyle changes, it won't last--you'll be one…

Best advice I've heard. Thanks for stating it so perfectly!!!

I have NEVER used the protein shakes--except for the week prior to my surgery. I use lowfat cheeses, greek yogurt, cottage cheese, meat, veggies with protein, eggplant, etc. There are so many options!! I eat a LOT of chicken and fish. Always, always,, eat your meat or protein first, then your vegetables, then if you have…

If your reflux is due to a hiatal hernia, it should be repaired during the surgery. Most surgeons test for this prior to surgery. I had rny 16 months ago and had a hernia repair. No reflux since the surgery, no food issues, and lost 100% of my excess weight within the first 8 months. I'm at maintenance now. I do, however,…

I had surgery in Cypress, Texas on 9/27/12 Prior to surgery: 246 pounds at 5'5" tall. I wore a tight size 24 or 3X My waist was 49 inches. Size 9 shoe. Size 9 ring. Current weight: 135 pounds I wear a size 6/8 and smalls and mediums, depending on brand. My waist is 30 inches. Size 8 shoe. Size 6 ring. I was denied three…

I had RNY 16 months ago and never experienced much hair loss. I kept my protein at about 60-80 grams per day and took all of my vitamins regularly (multi, calcium, iron, and b12.) I think my texture was a bit off for a bit, but no hair loss at all. I think that many people experience this and I have heard from some that…

Welcome to Onederland! Isn't it great!!!

I am SO sorry for all that you are going through. I can honestly say that I understand some of it. Financially, my sons and I know having nothing. We spent time homeless, lived in our vehicle (which we were blessed to have!) and in tents. At one point, we lived in our church, due to the kindness of a man who turned over…

I think the secret of success IS to either pre plan or log it when you eat it. I also don't think you can be on here too much. It's the reason I am where I am now and will remain successful.

I had weight loss surgery--out of necessity for my life--and did a one week doctor supervised almost full liquid diet using three protein meal shakes a day (Bariatric Advantage) and a dinner that consisted of 5 oz. of lean meat and 1/2 cup cooked vegetables or 1 cup of raw, salad type vegetables. I lost 12 pounds that…