Schedule Surgery 9/15. Need Guidance-anyone from Huntington area?

Clare S.
on 8/21/10 2:27 pm - Huntington, NY

Your food plan is perfect, although don't worry, I'll check with the nutritionist.  This plan is straight forward and simple.  I'll go to the store tomorrow and gets lots of diet jello and broth.. it would never go to waste in my family.  I have heard that the greek yogurts are best? 

Have you heard of the supplements sold by Celebrate.  I received a bunch of samples and will try them tomorrow.  How many supplements (pills) do you take each day?  

I printed your diet and will tack it to my refrigerator.  Your help has made me feel like I can handle this.  Thanks so much. 

MikeyMike
on 8/22/10 12:56 am - New York, NY
The only Yogurt I eat is Chobani Greek Yogurt (Peach, or Strawberry). It has 14 g of protein. It has more sugar but I can tolerate it with my Sleeve. You may be need to be careful of the sugar content.

I take Baratric Advantage Multivitamin Daily (Morning), I also Take BA Iron Pills (before bed).


   Highest Weight: 380                      Consult Weight: 357             Surgery Weight: 309 
Goal Weight: 220 (9/29/10)      Revised Goal Range 215-220         Current Weight: 224
Plastics: Circumferential Lower Body Lift - 11/18/2011
              Gynecomastia - 6/14/2012

Clare S.
on 8/22/10 5:43 am - Huntington, NY
Are the vitamin supplement requirements the same for the sleeve as gastric?  If so, you only take one multivitamin and one iron pill, per day? 
MikeyMike
on 8/22/10 9:41 am - New York, NY
No, They are different. The sleeve doens't mal absorb.

In any event it's important that you monitor your lab results. I forgot that as of friday I added a B1 suppliment. I got my labs back on thursday and everything was good with the exception of B1. So my nut suggested I add the B1.


   Highest Weight: 380                      Consult Weight: 357             Surgery Weight: 309 
Goal Weight: 220 (9/29/10)      Revised Goal Range 215-220         Current Weight: 224
Plastics: Circumferential Lower Body Lift - 11/18/2011
              Gynecomastia - 6/14/2012

Father Don
on 8/22/10 10:59 pm - Charleston, SC
Let me recommend a book that seems to have become invaluable to pre (and newly post) ops....

Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies.

There is part 2 coming in October - Weight loss Surgery recipies for dummies....That book is written by our very own bariatric chef - Dave Fouts.  He is amazing in his talks and recipies.  He is a gourmet chef who had bariatric surgery....I have it pre-ordered on Amazon already...

Also, my Finace is from Huntington.  I'll have her contact you....She is an OH support group leader...and my personal inspiration to staying on track!

Obesity Help Support Group Leader
 

Clare S.
on 8/23/10 4:38 am - Huntington, NY
I've just about finished reading the WLS for Dummies.  It's great.. but it's very nice to be able to have real life support that I'm finding on this site.

I'd very much appreciate hearing from your Fiance.  Thanks for passing my info along.
Maryellen R.
on 8/23/10 4:03 am - Sayville, NY
 HI Clare and congrats on your upcoming surgery! 

I see you have been given some GREAT advice!  Preordering sample packets are DEFINITELY the way to go.  Just remember that your taste will change so even if something doesn't taste good the first few months, try it again after a few months pass.

Mike has given you the BEST advice, support is the key to success!  You are invited to attend my group LIPO (Long Island Post Ops).  It is a nice group of very successful post ops from all over Long Island.  We meet the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 6:30-9:00pm at the Sayville Public Library.  Additionally, you can get support and any questions answered by joining our free Facebook virtual forum at www.facebook.com/pages/LIPO-Long-Island-Post-Ops/36931585230 0


Our group is like no other!  You will receive monthly  free samples, enter free contests and gain a wealth of knowledge and my very favorite, meet new friends!

We hope to see you on Facebook and at our upcoming physical activities and events!



Maryellen
To visit LIPO (Long Island Post Ops) bariatric support group website click here: www.liponation.org

"WLS is a journey, not a destination (don't get comfortable) ... it's a road that we must travel daily to succeed".  Faith Thomas

visit my blog at theessenceofmaryellen.com/

Clare S.
on 8/23/10 5:10 am - Huntington, NY
I'm not quite sure how this site works, but is there a way I can email you directly  with any questions because it appears you wrote about a meeting w/Dr Ahmed, this Tuesday.  Is there a way I can ask you directly about it?  Is this the same meeting held at the Sayville Library?

I am very excited that there is such an active (LIPO) group in the area.
Maryellen R.
on 8/24/10 1:55 am - Sayville, NY
 HI Claire,

NO, LIPO, (Long Island Post Ops) is a GREAT group that I am the founder of.  I have 3 awesome coleaders who help make it very memorable!  Again, that is the 3rd Tuesday of every month at the Sayville public library 6:30-9:00pm!

Dr. Ahmad's group is my surgeon s group.  Who is your surgeon?  Does he/she offer a monthly support group?

My direct email address is [email protected]
Maryellen
To visit LIPO (Long Island Post Ops) bariatric support group website click here: www.liponation.org

"WLS is a journey, not a destination (don't get comfortable) ... it's a road that we must travel daily to succeed".  Faith Thomas

visit my blog at theessenceofmaryellen.com/

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