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Topic: RE: Day 2 liquid diet
My doc has his patients on liquid diet for 2 weeks prior to and 2 weeks following surgery, but the liquids he had us on were
not-so-intolerable stuff, like Slim Fast,Muscle Milk, carnation Instant Breakfast, tomato soup, for the fact that he knew if some of it did not taste good there was no way we could do it. I am almost 17 months out from surgery and have less than 10 pounds to goal. Like has been stated, keep you eye on the prize, it will be worth it! And we are here for you! Good luck!
not-so-intolerable stuff, like Slim Fast,Muscle Milk, carnation Instant Breakfast, tomato soup, for the fact that he knew if some of it did not taste good there was no way we could do it. I am almost 17 months out from surgery and have less than 10 pounds to goal. Like has been stated, keep you eye on the prize, it will be worth it! And we are here for you! Good luck!
~Kim~
Topic: RE: confused
While these statistics “may" be true (I ALWAYS question research results because many times they discard certain results to bolster their hypostasis), look at the time line this was conducted: 1990 to 2002.
A lot has changed in 10 years.
Let’s see the stats of a newer/recent comparison, whi*****luds ALL bariatric operations.
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: Day 2 liquid diet
Don't forget your body, and emotions, will be in a flux for a while. A lot is going on with your body.
Know we’re here if you need us.
IT DOES GET BETTER!!!
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: NJ REMINDER: WEDNESDAY JUNE 27 ? Next Inconvenient/Convenient get together dinner!!
REASON: A few of you have mentioned you’d like to get together for a dinner. We can sit around, meet each other, share our trials and tribulations and maybe a few laughs. While we want to help each other lose, maybe we can also help each other gain … a new friend or two (or 5).
EVERYONE is invited to come. It doesn’t matter which operation you had, or even if you haven’t had a procedure yet, or maybe you’re just “thinking" about it !! COME and have a good time !! If your apprehensive in attending, let me assure you – you will have a good time. There is NO JUDGING !! We are tolerant of each other’s decisions. In addition, if it means anything, the Food Police are banned from our gathering. Each time we do this, I will try to “move" the location - since no one location will be convenient for everyone. This time we’re in the “Central" section of the GardenState !! Place: Omega Diner Location: 1337 US Highway 1, North Brunswick Township, NJ08902 (732) 745-2628 Time: 5:30 p.m. it is understandable that not everyone can arrive at this time, so come WHENEVER. We probably won’t order until 6:30 p.m.. Menu / Website: http://www.omegadiner.com/ In the meantime, for the “meeting newbies" here are some meeting request. I hope I don't offend anyone - it's not meant to be that. Just helpful. (1) If you want a separate check, please let the server know prior to taking the orders. It’s a hassle to ask the server to do this later on. And some places won’t do this if the crowd is too numerous. (2) Usually when we do a group meeting, I like to divide check by the total number of folks at the table, instead of trying to figure out who had what. (If someone brings more than one person, they multiple the total owed by the number of people they have). Now I understand if you only order a coffee and someone else has a Filet Mignon with a 5 lbs Lobster – then we can address that more diplomatically. (3) Please bring CASH (unless you want a separate check). And please make sure you have an assortment of bills. It’s really difficult to make change when everyone brings only 20’s. (4) Bring a CAMERA!! Even if you are like me and camera shy, you’ll still want to take some photos of the folks who are there. I don’t have one or I would. (5) Bring “proof" of your former self. Nothing says “how far you have come" like older photos. Even if you lost only 1 pound, bring your “before" pictures (and at the last meeting we all agree we hate that word only. Be proud of any amount of weight you lost). (6) Please feel free to post and link this on any other forum you peruse (ex. Lapband, Realize band, RNY, VBG, VSB, etc). The more the merrier !! (7) Print your Obesity Help “Membership" card so we hand them out. If you don’t know how to do this, send me an personal message, and I will send you the instructions. Remember this is a GROUP effort. Please feel free to add your suggestion and/or voice your opinion on any suggestion. AND NO HARD FEELING – this is meant to be a pleasant experience For those who haven’t had the operation yet – you too are more the welcome to come. In fact, you are encouraged to come!! This would be a ‘true-life’ learning experience to see “life after the operation". You will be able to hear what our ups-and-downs are, and you are encouraged to ask as many questions as you want. Other “up-comers" have come, and found it interesting and educational. Significant others and/or kids are also welcomed (however you may want to leave them behind so you can really enjoyyourself – it’s up to you) Finally, please feel free to tell ANYONE you think may be interested, and since I cannot post on every board, feel free to copy and paste this on the boards you frequent.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: Day 2 liquid diet
ya, going without (chewable) food seems like torture for me. and being an emotional eater, not having that crutch made me nuts too. 
It also made me realize how much I depended of food to help me cope on a daily basis. Its going to be a long road. Hopefully your husband unnderstands your emotions are temporary. Once you get leveled out, its going to be much better. :)
It also made me realize how much I depended of food to help me cope on a daily basis. Its going to be a long road. Hopefully your husband unnderstands your emotions are temporary. Once you get leveled out, its going to be much better. :)
Topic: RE: Day 2 liquid diet
Lol I can't believe how depressed I got last night.. I mean I was totally irrational. I burst into tears because I couldn't find my glasses. It was totally ridiculous looking at it this morning. I had to fight myself not to snap at my poor husband who is just trying to be supportive.
Eye on the prize.... Eye ont he prize
Eye on the prize.... Eye ont he prize
Topic: RE: Day 2 liquid diet
Keep your eye on the prize hon! Whenever your hunger starts to get the best of you, remember WHY you are doing it. And try to keep busy. Going for walks helped me. 
4 days may seem like a long time, but you can do this!!
4 days may seem like a long time, but you can do this!! 
Topic: RE: OH National Conference News is Finally Here!
I have never known of them having one there. There is a WLS Meet & Greet in MN I think next month though. But an OH conference is worth the drive or flight to attend. Lots of fun!
I have never known of them having one there. There is a WLS Meet & Greet in MN I think next month though. But an OH conference is worth the drive or flight to attend. Lots of fun!
Topic: RE: confused
~Not to make it more confusing..but I beg to differ about the comment that the band is the LEAST EFFECTIVE of the WLS~
You can beg to differ all you want but that doesn't change the stats. And no matter what stats you look at, the band ALWAYS comes up at the bottom when comparing WLS's!
Hislady is not lying. It is what it is.
On June 9, 2012 at 7:09 PM Pacific Time, Kim H. wrote:
Not to make it more confusing..but I beg to differ about the comment that the band is the LEAST EFFECTIVE of the WLS. it depends on the person, and how dilligent you are. I had my Realize Band 16 months ago and am almost at goal. I would do it again. I agree that , no matter which surgery you choose, it does take work. They do the surgeries to our stomachs, not our brains. Good luck, whichever you choose. Also, your surgeon could advise you on which surgery would be the best for you.~Not to make it more confusing..but I beg to differ about the comment that the band is the LEAST EFFECTIVE of the WLS~
You can beg to differ all you want but that doesn't change the stats. And no matter what stats you look at, the band ALWAYS comes up at the bottom when comparing WLS's!
Hislady is not lying. It is what it is.
Topic: RE: confused
Not much difference really. They both perform equally poorly :-( That is why you SELDOM see a bandster that has made it 5 years out with their band!
Not much difference really. They both perform equally poorly :-( That is why you SELDOM see a bandster that has made it 5 years out with their band!
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