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Hello All,
I am sure you see these types of posts all the time. I am 4 weeks post of today. I have not lost much weight. 12 lbs since surgery. 22 including pre op.
I just feel hungry and still have my same food desires. I know I need to go low carb. But I'm so disappointed . I guess I wished I had no ghrelin. NO hunger or cravings. :-(
Any other vets that were slow losers in the beginning but went on to lose excess weight steadily in first year?
I started at 226 HW 215 SW and now CW 203.
Thanks for your patience and any encouragement .
I brought my own robe. It was nice when I was walking at the hospital after surgery. Good luck!
Take a deep breath. It's very normal to get more anxious as surgery approaches. This is a big deal. It's major surgery, and a big lifestyle adjustment. It's also the most positive thing you can do for your future, by far.
There have been a million threads on OH from those contemplating surgery asking the question "Do you have any regrets?" No one ever does. Almost everyone responds that they wished they had surgery sooner, rather than putting it off.
Being cautious is good. But you'll be really glad you did this.
6'3" tall, male.
Highest weight was 475. RNY on 08/21/12. Current weight: 198.
M1 -24; M2 -21; M3 -19; M4 -21; M5 -13; M6 -21; M7 -10; M8 -16; M9 -10; M10 -8; M11 -6; M12 -5.
Is the mojo more of a physical thing or mental one? Maybe a little of both? Physical stuff is really just getting back to basics, have you gotten any labs done, maybe you're too low or high in one area or another.
Mental stuff might be a little more difficult. Like finding different ways to deal with stress, like maybe pamper yourself with a spa like bath. I mean you can't take a bath in the middle of a stressful situation, which would be funny as hell if we could do that! Just think about what makes you feel happy & peaceful.
You really need to think about why you're drinking & if it's really worth it. I like drinking too, but that had to change after surgery. Hanging with friends, special occasions etc is handled much differently now. No more drinking to relax or blend in, had to find other non alcoholic ways on dealing with that. I'm not saying don't drink ever, but it really can't be a regular thing anymore.
If you're cutting back to weekends to drink, you might be on the cusp of having a problem.
No one surgery is better than the other, what works for one may not work for another.
T-Rebel
You won't need much in the hospital. Wear the same baggy shirt and pants home that you wore going in. Phone/tablet, charger. Slippers for walking and going home in.
Sleep in a recliner for a week when you get home, if you have one. Have a week's worth of protein shakes, but don't stick up. Your tastes can change after surgery.
You will need a lot less than you think you will.
6'3" tall, male.
Highest weight was 475. RNY on 08/21/12. Current weight: 198.
M1 -24; M2 -21; M3 -19; M4 -21; M5 -13; M6 -21; M7 -10; M8 -16; M9 -10; M10 -8; M11 -6; M12 -5.
The only veggies I can eat are a few only rad veggies, some in a very limited qty (i.e. only 2-3 max the raw mini carrots). I tolerate cucumbers (seedless, skin off), avocado,a no more than 2 leaves of green lettuce, etc. Cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, and such - I can't eat that raw, and my body doesn't also tolerate that steamed or even cooked.
Squash - I can only have some cooked. Raw vegges - more than a coupe of bites, I may be in pain or/and throw up to rid of the pain. Some high fiber cooked veggies, my body has problem digesting.
I eat meats, easy to digest veggies, and fats.
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
on 1/14/20 12:11 pm
So, I have a surgery date. February 5, 2020. The first day of a new life for me. My mother has purchased plane tickets, husband has let his work know he will be out. This is really happening. I have of course taken this whole journey very seriously but the surgery has always seemed this far off goal while I was jumping through whatever hoop has been tossed my way. Anyhow, I get the details of my 12 day liver shrinking diet from the nutritionist tomorrow.
Questions for anyone out there:
What on earth do I bring to wear in the hospital? Just comfy pants and baggy shirts were my thoughts. Then I was worried the pants might hurt the incisions... My surgeon says I have to do a 3 day stay.
Any tips on things you wish you had brought with you?
Things to remember to have in the house before I leave?
I feel kind of panicky about getting stuff together before I go. I'm sure this is just nerves and normal... I hope.
Thanks for listening or any tips anyone has.
I will be blunt with you: you need to stop drinking alcohol. Not scale down, not when you are ready. Drinking daily is a path to alcoholism. And hopefully it is not too late.
Alcohol addiction post op WLS is a known issues. Alcohol can affect the way we see food, the way we digest food and absorb it. It can affect our blood sugars, causing food cravings..
When I start drinking alcohol, even a few times a week, not daily, I start gaining weight. Plus my hypoglycemia and RH get much worse.
Alcoh has empty calories, but it also can negatively affect fat loss.
Alcoholism is a serious issue. Hopefully you can still stop and you are not there yet. Alcohol can cause damage to our body, liver and brain.
Hugs.
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
Going for my psych test this morning hopefully everything works out I'm a little nervous
and by the way Happy New Year to everyone hope everyone is doing great..
I understand the fear, ive yo-yo dieted since college--it's always been a struggle. I want to truly overcome the disease that is obesity for good with the help of VSG.
