Recent Posts
Topic: RE: I'm a newbie! Just met with my surgeon
Welcome, Robyn!
What Kate said is true. Everyone is different, but ultimately, there is no forbidden food. It's a matter of you deciding how you want to live your new lifestyle. Some people find it easier to avoid certain foods just so they don't go back to old habits and some people can handle "bad stuff" in moderation.
I guess I'm taking my chances with moderation since feeling deprived of things is what makes me eat too much of them, so I eat a lot of things I ate before, but I limit my consumption - i do not keep pasta or rice in my house for example. I may eat them at a restaurant or at friends' homes, but i don't prepare it here.
Alcohol... I can feel tipsy on a few sips of wine now. The feeling passes quicker than it did pre-op, but I don't pretend it makes me sober. it's important to drink WISELY after surgery. beer may not feel good in your system because of the carbonation, or your taste may change. I didn't like wine pre-op, now I love it. who knew? I definitely wouldn't try it early on, but down the road, sure, a beer or whatever can be a reasonable choice. Like everything else - MODERATION.
Please continue to ask questions, read whatever you can!
Sue
What Kate said is true. Everyone is different, but ultimately, there is no forbidden food. It's a matter of you deciding how you want to live your new lifestyle. Some people find it easier to avoid certain foods just so they don't go back to old habits and some people can handle "bad stuff" in moderation.
I guess I'm taking my chances with moderation since feeling deprived of things is what makes me eat too much of them, so I eat a lot of things I ate before, but I limit my consumption - i do not keep pasta or rice in my house for example. I may eat them at a restaurant or at friends' homes, but i don't prepare it here.
Alcohol... I can feel tipsy on a few sips of wine now. The feeling passes quicker than it did pre-op, but I don't pretend it makes me sober. it's important to drink WISELY after surgery. beer may not feel good in your system because of the carbonation, or your taste may change. I didn't like wine pre-op, now I love it. who knew? I definitely wouldn't try it early on, but down the road, sure, a beer or whatever can be a reasonable choice. Like everything else - MODERATION.
Please continue to ask questions, read whatever you can!
Sue
Read my blog, BARIATHLETE I run because I can.
First 5K race October 4, 2009 (34.59) PR 5/22/11 (27:26)
First 5 Mile: January 1, 2011 (50:30)
First 10K: July 4, 2010 (1:03.26) New PR 4/10/11 (1:01.14)
First 10 Mile: April 11, 2010 (1:46.15)
First 1/2 marathon: June 13, 2010 (2:22.21) PR: 5/1/11 (2:17.30)
First Marathon: October 16, 2011: 5:47:20
Goofy Challenge: January 7-8, 2012
If you think you can, you can. If you think you can't, you're right. - Mary Kay Ash
First 5K race October 4, 2009 (34.59) PR 5/22/11 (27:26)
First 5 Mile: January 1, 2011 (50:30)
First 10K: July 4, 2010 (1:03.26) New PR 4/10/11 (1:01.14)
First 10 Mile: April 11, 2010 (1:46.15)
First 1/2 marathon: June 13, 2010 (2:22.21) PR: 5/1/11 (2:17.30)
First Marathon: October 16, 2011: 5:47:20
Goofy Challenge: January 7-8, 2012
If you think you can, you can. If you think you can't, you're right. - Mary Kay Ash
Topic: RE: I'm a newbie! Just met with my surgeon
No no!! Ramble on! I can use all the advice/experiences I can get! I'm a little nervous (even though I still have 6 months to go). I guess it's the fear of the unknown. I'm excited and scared at the same time! I know this is definitely the right thing for me to do, and I know it's going to take a lot of life changes, but I have 2 kids and I want to be around for as long as I can! Thank you so much for responding to my post!
Topic: RE: I'm a newbie! Just met with my surgeon
Hey Robyn!
Welcome to the MA board ... GREAT group of people here .. don't be afraid to ask for advice
Best of luck with your surgery.
As far as foods, no there is no food you won't be able to eat. Being able to tolerate certain foods might be a different story. Some people have a hard time tolerating meats, breads, sweets or other various foods.
Some people are bothered by sugar and fat content and therefore they can dump. However, the majority of patients DO NOT dump and have no issues with food tolerances (like me.) Other people can have many restrictions and issues. Each individual is different.
Many programs like their patients to wait at least 6-12 months after surgery until they consume alcohol. Alcohol also will effect us differently now. Because we have such a small stomach a lot of patients become buzzed/drunk after a very short period. Sometimes it will only take 1 drink to do this. We also tend to sober up more quickly as well. I will be 1 year out in December but have not tried alcohol yet so I cannot speak from personal experience, but the posts I have seen on the boards and the general information given to me by my surgeon.
Ok I've rambled on enough now ... I'll let someone else have the floor!
Kate
Welcome to the MA board ... GREAT group of people here .. don't be afraid to ask for advice
Best of luck with your surgery.As far as foods, no there is no food you won't be able to eat. Being able to tolerate certain foods might be a different story. Some people have a hard time tolerating meats, breads, sweets or other various foods.
Some people are bothered by sugar and fat content and therefore they can dump. However, the majority of patients DO NOT dump and have no issues with food tolerances (like me.) Other people can have many restrictions and issues. Each individual is different.
Many programs like their patients to wait at least 6-12 months after surgery until they consume alcohol. Alcohol also will effect us differently now. Because we have such a small stomach a lot of patients become buzzed/drunk after a very short period. Sometimes it will only take 1 drink to do this. We also tend to sober up more quickly as well. I will be 1 year out in December but have not tried alcohol yet so I cannot speak from personal experience, but the posts I have seen on the boards and the general information given to me by my surgeon.
Ok I've rambled on enough now ... I'll let someone else have the floor!
Kate
*Kate*
HW: 286 SW: 253 CW: 167 GW: 150 
HW: 286 SW: 253 CW: 167 GW: 150 Topic: I'm a newbie! Just met with my surgeon
Hello all, my name is Robyn and I'm a nnneewwwbbbiiieeee! Have only gone as far as going to the seminar and meeting with my surgeon. Although he explained pretty much what the surgery would entail, I'm a little concerned about afterwards! I would like to get the sleeve but it's currently not accepted by my insurance company (Tufts) so I will go with the bypass (unless they can get Tufts to cover the sleeve) my surgeon said maybe by the time I'm ready for surgery they will have it covered. Anyhow, if I do have to go with the bypass, are there foods that I will never be able to eat again? Will I still be able to have a beer or two during the summer? If there's anyone out there that can tell me some of what to expect post surgery, I'd greatly appreciate it!!
Topic: RE: Looking for Louise from NEMC
Louise was the receptionist, not a patient. I will miss her - she was awesome!
*Kate*
HW: 286 SW: 253 CW: 167 GW: 150
HW: 286 SW: 253 CW: 167 GW: 150 
Topic: RE: updating my ticker
LOL atta girl!!
I'm not ready to post a ticker just yet... hopefully I'll have "my date" in the next few weeks and I'll put it up then! Finding the ticker will be a challenge so I may hit u up!
I've been declared a slow loser - and couldn't be happier!!
I can, I will.
I can, I will. 
Topic: RE: Looking for Louise from NEMC
Due to HIIPA, the hospital can't give out info. Maybe you could ask them to contact her with your info, although if she is no longer coming, they may have dropped her. If you remember at the beginning, you had to sign a document stating that if you missed 3 appointments, you would no longer be part of the program.
Of course, you could always ask if you could package up your item, insert a note, pay the postage and ask them to mail it for you.
Just a few thoughts.
Penny
Of course, you could always ask if you could package up your item, insert a note, pay the postage and ask them to mail it for you.
Just a few thoughts.
Penny
Topic: updating my ticker
Can anyone tell me how to update my weight on my ticker? I have been searching and cannot figure it out.
Most Active
Recent Topics
