Auntrobbie1

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  • I think I would call the doctor and just let them know. Are you taking preventive medication? I take post op meds for prevention of gallstones and stomach acid reduction. A lot of post VSG'rs have immediate reduction in acid reflux after surgery so your heartburn is definitely worthy of a phone call to the doctor.
    in heartburn? Comment by Auntrobbie1 December 2012
  • I am struggling with the crunchy thing big time! I'm about 6 weeks post op so I've just been starting real food and I feel like its absolutely taboo to have any carbs. Another VSG'r told me if she absolutely had to have something to crunch she would have a few of the callbee snapea crisps 1oz serving 130 calories 6 grms of…
    in Chocolate cravings Comment by Auntrobbie1 October 2012
  • I agree with previous suggestions and am fairly new myself (VSG 9-4-12). I had a friend who had the VSG just over a year ago and I watched her journey. It was amazing. She gave me samples so even though I bought some stuff she gave me small amounts of things to try. That helped. For my own personal tastes, I guess I had a…
    in Tips on Preparing for VSG Surgery Comment by Auntrobbie1 October 2012
  • So I saw you're approved and scheduled for 10/8. Awesome! That was one of the hardest things for me, going through the 6 month medically supervised weight loss and not knowing if I would be approved by my insurance or not (my stats were kind of borderline). Once it was actually submitted I was approved in 5 days and then…
    in Newbie, awaiting approval Comment by Auntrobbie1 October 2012
  • Hope you don't mind if I reply, I didn't see a response to your question. Yes, when having "sleeve surgery" the hunger receptors in the stomach are removed so theoretically hunger is decreased. I'm sure everyone is different but I know I didn't always eat because I was hungry so there definitely is some re-education and…
    in Vertical Sleeve saved my life and i am NOT ashamed!!! Comment by Auntrobbie1 October 2012
  • I think I am one of the new kids on the block! I had my VSG September 4th 2012 (4 weeks ago) at Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto CA. Great program BTW! I am down 15 lbs since surgery and am on m way! 80+ to go! I have been following WLS folks on YouTube and I have learned so much from others! It's awesome!
    in Introduce Yourself! Comment by Auntrobbie1 October 2012
  • Well, I'm getting the hang of this stuff and just joined MFP this morning. I am approaching my 51st birthday and am super excited about this stage of my life. I've been a caregiver in some capacity or another all my life and although I continue I want to put myself first. Looking forward to this weight loss journey!
    in Over 60, I am NOT willing to give UP! Anyone my age?? Comment by Auntrobbie1 October 2012
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