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Topic: RE: Back Pain/Chest/Headaches?
ALLELUIA ,ALLELUIA, ALLELUIA!!!!!!!!!!
Just wanted to let you know the pain is gone. Thanks for all the insight.
Katie
ALLELUIA ,ALLELUIA, ALLELUIA!!!!!!!!!!
Just wanted to let you know the pain is gone. Thanks for all the insight.
Katie
Katie Keane
Topic: RE: Another moment of despair
Hey Purple Lady,
Sorry your having a rough trip.
I agree with Tom on that protein intake. If I don't have enough, I'm as weak as a kitten. The shakes were rough for me in the beginning, buy gradually not bad.
Another good protein is part -skim ricottta. I use 1/4 of a cup with a Splenda.{or some pureed fruit. It's like a dessert. So far, the only meat I am having is meatballs. There delicious, and I eat tiny pieces with my favorite veg and I handle it well. Go to Realize Band site for some suggestions.
I don't understand I {ME} how people are hungry after the band. I {Me} get a chest pain that I don't want to feel, if I eat too much. I guess it effects us all different.
Hang in there, remember how much you want this. . Katie
Sorry your having a rough trip.
I agree with Tom on that protein intake. If I don't have enough, I'm as weak as a kitten. The shakes were rough for me in the beginning, buy gradually not bad.
Another good protein is part -skim ricottta. I use 1/4 of a cup with a Splenda.{or some pureed fruit. It's like a dessert. So far, the only meat I am having is meatballs. There delicious, and I eat tiny pieces with my favorite veg and I handle it well. Go to Realize Band site for some suggestions.
I don't understand I {ME} how people are hungry after the band. I {Me} get a chest pain that I don't want to feel, if I eat too much. I guess it effects us all different.
Hang in there, remember how much you want this. . Katie
Katie Keane
Topic: Got a Date
Hi Everyone,
I got my surgery date. June 3rd at 2:30pm. I am UBBER XCITED!!!. I have my last set of pre op blood work on 5/27. I will then start my 5 day pre op diet on the May 30th. Yikes! Right before Memorial Day...with all that yummy food. ugh!! But hey, I gotta do what I gotta do right? For the last 6mos mos I have been working on a new...June 3rd is my day to a skinny, healthier Me!!! Yeah. So any advice on your experience post op? Pain issues, scarring, sagging skin? Let me know. God Bless ttyl
I got my surgery date. June 3rd at 2:30pm. I am UBBER XCITED!!!. I have my last set of pre op blood work on 5/27. I will then start my 5 day pre op diet on the May 30th. Yikes! Right before Memorial Day...with all that yummy food. ugh!! But hey, I gotta do what I gotta do right? For the last 6mos mos I have been working on a new...June 3rd is my day to a skinny, healthier Me!!! Yeah. So any advice on your experience post op? Pain issues, scarring, sagging skin? Let me know. God Bless ttyl
Topic: RE: Another moment of despair
Purple39lady,
IMHO I don't see much protein in your diet. (A) How much protein are you suppose to get in a day (B) How much ARE YOU getting in? Protein will keep you feeling full, and longer
If you're finding protein drink too "hard" to get down (don't like the taste), here are some suggestion
(1) buy a different brand. Try Vitalady for "samples". They run between $1.99 to maybe $5.99 per sample www.vitalady.com/
(2) Many major vitamin shops (ex GNC, Vitamin Shoppe) have god return policies. Check with them, and then try different brands
(3) Use sugar free syrups and/or flavor extracts in the protein to change the flavors
(4) buy flavor free protein (Unjury makes one) and mix it in foods (ex oatmeal, drinks, soups);
(5) have bean soups (homemade or store [can]); puree via a handheld blender, then strain it (so the 'chunks' are removed)
Of course speak to your Doctor/Nutritionist before altering your intake.
IMHO I don't see much protein in your diet. (A) How much protein are you suppose to get in a day (B) How much ARE YOU getting in? Protein will keep you feeling full, and longer
If you're finding protein drink too "hard" to get down (don't like the taste), here are some suggestion
(1) buy a different brand. Try Vitalady for "samples". They run between $1.99 to maybe $5.99 per sample www.vitalady.com/
(2) Many major vitamin shops (ex GNC, Vitamin Shoppe) have god return policies. Check with them, and then try different brands
(3) Use sugar free syrups and/or flavor extracts in the protein to change the flavors
(4) buy flavor free protein (Unjury makes one) and mix it in foods (ex oatmeal, drinks, soups);
(5) have bean soups (homemade or store [can]); puree via a handheld blender, then strain it (so the 'chunks' are removed)
Of course speak to your Doctor/Nutritionist before altering your intake.
Good Luck on your Journey !!
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
Topic: RE: Another moment of despair
Tom, in the morning I try to eat 1/4 cup of oatmeal or a scrambled egg. I try and down 4oz of a protein shake two hours later. Then for lunch I usually eat applesauce or tomato soup(1/4cup). I try and eat jello or popsicle(s/f) before dinner. At dinner I have mashed potatoes or chicken broth. I have hot tea with protein in it in the evening. I drink water throughout the day. I am trying with the shakes, but can't get them down. I am going to try them again this weekend and add banana in the blender to see if this helps.
Topic: RE: Another moment of despair
Hislady, thanks so much for the words of encouragement. I am glad my doc is not "old school". I know it could be a lot worse. Counting down to Tuesday to get on soft foods. YEAH!!
Topic: RE: protien
Yes you will get it right! I am 2 1/2 months out and I am still trying to figure stuff out, every day is a challenge but it is worth it as I see myself getting thinner...but MORE importantly...HEALTHIER!
~Kim~
Topic: RE: protien
Hi...thanks all for the help. I am at the solid food stage. Im feeling like I am in the trial and error period though but its all good...Im learning both good and bad things. Eventually I will get it right :-)
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