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Hope that things get easier soon. I remember early days it was a lot harder to get food in. I found that at month 4, things got a lot easier quickly. All the best.
*TWH* Referral - December 2017; Orientation - March 2018; SW Assessment - May 2018; Nurse Practitioner - June 2018; Nutrition Class - June 2018; Psych - August 2018; Dietitian - August 2018; Appt. w/ Surgeon - November 2018; Surgery date - January 2019
Weight loss
Pre-surgery: 14, M1: 18, M2: 9, M3: 8, M4: 10, M5:6 , M6:9
For sure. Here's what I roughly eat every day. I aim for about 100-115 grams per day. Often I will not be able to eat all meals, which is why I land at about 90 grams daily. For example, I do not always drink 2 shakes a day, but if I have a big workout/am more hungry, I always keep a second handy just in case. Hope this helps.
Bkfst - Weekday Skyr yogurt + berries w/ coffee ~8-10 grams
Weekend eggs + 1 chicken/turkey bacon w/coffee ~8-10 grams
Snack - protein shake ~30 grams
Lunch - salad or some veg stirfry w/ chicken ~12-15 grams
Snack - if I'm still hungry, protein shake ~30 grams
Dinner - seafood (shrimp/fish) or chicken w/ vegetables ~12-15 grams
Dessert - every few days I have halo top/greek yogurt popsicle from Costco ~5 grams
*TWH* Referral - December 2017; Orientation - March 2018; SW Assessment - May 2018; Nurse Practitioner - June 2018; Nutrition Class - June 2018; Psych - August 2018; Dietitian - August 2018; Appt. w/ Surgeon - November 2018; Surgery date - January 2019
Weight loss
Pre-surgery: 14, M1: 18, M2: 9, M3: 8, M4: 10, M5:6 , M6:9
Thanks for the info and congrats on being able to have a little one! Definitely worth it!
RED
So it took several months for this to start? I've been told and read that it is inevitable - a side effect of the surgeries. Dreading it. I've got pretty thick hair but it is also quite long . I know part of the issue is not enough protein - which is a problem for me as I struggle to get in even the minimum. I started taking Bioten about a month ago (you have to let your doctor know as Bioten can impact blood results). Although I hadn't at that point started to lose. Noticed yesterday after washing it and brushing it out that is DEFINITELY thicker - but not sure what will happen once it starts to fall out!
Hello there. I had VSG in October 2009!!! I lost 100lbs and found out I was pregnant 5 months out. So weight loss halted. I would have been happy with 30 more lbs lost. But the two pregnancies were possible due to the 100lbs lost so I'll take that. IF...you follow the rules you will do great. I got ****y and started to eat things I shouldn't and never really exercised. I've regained 30 lbs. currently at the gym and back to basics and lost 5lbs. so far. 25 to go to pre baby weight. Any questions fire away
Congratulations! Do we ALL feel as if we lose slower? I guess we all focus on that apparent minority of people who lose TONS ... when if we all feel that way, maybe that's the common way? I feel the same way - struggling mightily to get protein in, hell, to get food in - mine was June 11 - and at this point not sure what weight I am! Been dealing with a sick mum - so the last two plus weeks been a blur.
I would love to know how you get 90 g of protein in daily? I really struggle to get it in - could you share how you accomplish that?
Past couple of months I've noticed my thick hair becoming thin. Whenever I run my hands through my hair there are always some in my hand and washing it results in a large amount going down the drain. I'm just getting to 10 months post op and hoping it will stop thinning and some new roots will start to grow. Even my hairstylist noticed, so we decided to go with a short bob to help lift and give a fuller look.
I've tried to search about it and see mention Biotin supplements and Castrol oil. I am doing my vitamins and my last blood work looked good. Ideas?
Thanks, Sunny
Hi all,
I'm just at the beginning of the process now. I have already been told that I may need the VSG (due to needing to take anti inflammatories for another condition) instead of the roux en y. I'm just wondering if there are others who have done VSG and what your experience was? It seem like the weight loss is somewhat less but still achievable if you follow the eating plan.
Red
Good morning!!
QOTD - Inside for sure. I am a ginger and can relate with the fair skin. Currently nursing second degree burns from 2 weekends ago where I was at an event with no shade!
6 weeks post op
B- poached egg and oz of marble cheese
S- greek yougurt
L - Tuna salad
S - peanut butter and 2 soda crackers
D - Fish and broccoli
S - Milk
Off to the trailer in a couple of hours. Have a great weekend all!
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