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jomamma
on 4/20/06 8:06 am - Palmdale, CA
Topic: 20 Hour Plane trip
I got the OK from my doctor for a long journey to SIngapore in July. When we go I will be 4 months post op. Any advice for the long journey? I guess I will have to pack my own protein drinks. Any info from anyone who traveled long distances just a few months post op would be greatly appreciated!!
pattyp
on 4/7/06 6:02 am - Loserland, GA
vilmaris
on 3/31/06 6:44 am - Utrecht, Netherlands
Topic: RE: European Travel?
Hi Kris, I'm new at this message board but saw your post and I just HAD to reply. I'm currently living in Holland and had my surgery in January this year. Foods are so different over here! It's a challenge, but here are some tips which might help you: - Restaurants: Go for Spanish TAPAS, you can have seafood, Serrano ham, Manchego cheese, olives, mushrooms, etc. Jus****ch out for hidden fat content, as in chorizo! At a normal restaurant, just ask for either the catch of the day or beef dishes - should not be a problem in France but might be challenging in Germany because everything is breaded and fried. You're better off with steak in Germany because they have lots of variety. But please stay away from their fries with mayo... yuck! - Protein drinks: If you depend on protein drinks, I suggest you bring your own as you can't find them around here easily. Not only are protein drinks not used for WLS patients, but many Wester Europeans do not believe in artificial supplements. You might find some Atkins shakes if you're lucky but don't count on it. - Water and drinks: Water will be your best friend; you can find bottled water everywhere. However, please watch out in Germany because their standard bottled water has bubbles and lots of salt. If you want normal bottled water, you should ask specifically for "mineral wasser ohne gas". If you're into Crystal Light, you might want to bring some To Go with you, too. You can't find them anywhere around here! This is one of my biggest frustrations lately, and I have to have all my Crystal Light sent from home by mail - so I suggest you pack some in your suitcase NOW before you forget them! Same goes for Splenda, which I believe is only available in the UK. - Fuit/veggies and snacks: In both countries, you can find good fresh fruit and vegetables; you might want to stock up and eat these as snacks. Otherwise, go for nuts - always handy. - Milk: Now here's something to talk about! I have been living in Europe for almost six years now and only last month did I find some decent fat-free milk. But I'm afraid this one is only available in Holland and Germany... the brand is Campina and I quite like it. Not sure if you can find any in France. For the rest, you should be alright... there is always a healthier option to almost any kind of food; just make sure you ask lots of questions and if you're not sure DON'T EAT IT! Hope this helps. Have fun and enjoy your trip! And if you get stuck, just drop me a line and I can try to help. Vil
Lindaanne
on 3/30/06 10:49 pm - SSP, MN
Topic: Hubby's takin me on vaca for B-Day..
I dont know where to go!! hence my cant make a decision issues arise! Anyways.. I want to go to Hawaii...does anyone have rec's regarding this..keeping the bucks in check so its not to expensive?? Or another destination? Thank you!!!!!!!!!
funnylynngirl
on 3/20/06 8:16 am - Brooklyn, NY
RNY on 08/21/06 with
Topic: RE: European Travel?
In my experiences in Europe (4 times so far...longest stay 2 1/2 months, shortest 1 week in Moscow, 4 days in Paris) milk only comes in full fat and half fat (in french Creme and demi-ecreme). I've looked and never found skim milk in Europe. On the plus side though the french are very big on bottled water...its cheap and everwhere. If your lost at a resturant order "Steak hache"...it's basically a burger without the bun. It usually comes with fries, but you can avoid those if you load up on protein first. If you have any specific questions send an email...and have fun!!! funny
kristophers
on 3/12/06 11:31 am - NJ
Topic: European Travel?
Hi all -- I'll be heading to France & Germany for work, and pre-op, eating and drinking certainly wouldn't be a problem. However, today is a different story Any words of wisdom from anyone who has travelled? What foods should I watch out for? What popular dishes in either country would be suitable? I've ordered quite a few packets of the UnJury travel protein (a can of unflavoured certainly would look suspicious) to last me through my time there, but outside of that, I'm relativly lost. Is Skim or 1% Milk even available? Pointers would be great, TIA, -Kris (445/218/220)
nhuque
on 2/26/06 1:12 pm - Katy, TX
Topic: RE: Riviera Maya?!
I went on a cruise to Playa del Carmen this time last year. It was nice, however, it doesn't compare to to other Caribbean destinations. There is a lot of European travelers there, make for a nice cultural mix. I enjoyed my self and it was relaxing. The sunsets are outstanding! Have a great time! I wasn't impressed by the snorkling in Cozumel. The weather was quite nice, cool in the mornings and warms up fast. Just go and enjoy yourself!
Dory1961
on 2/23/06 5:19 pm - Byesville, OH
Topic: Clothing and personal care items needed for Ohio Family
Clothing needed for Ohio family. Original Post by Loraine May at 3:59 AM EST on 02/24/2006 Byesville, OH - RNY (05/06/2005) - Dean J. Mikami, M.D. I have been so busy trying to get this Extreme makeover home invasion pulled together for my friend Patty that I am plum tuckered out. If anyone is interested in helping with some gently used items for this needy family it would certainly be appreciated. Patty is my neighbor *****cently lost her funding for home health care, and a home health aid. She is homebound and super morbidly obese and can no longer move around. She is responsible for caring for her adult mentally retarded brother and is having real difficulties doing so. I have been working with all my gastric bypass support groups to collect size 6 x women's clothing and size 55 jeans and 3 x shirts for her brother Leonard. They are in desperate need of gently used towels, wash clothes, dish clothes, and personal care items. Baby wipes and Gold bond powder. Toothpaste, shampoo and toothbrushes as well. Since becoming homebound Patty has gotten very depressed and suffers greatly from celulitis and chronic severe lymphadema . I have been helping as much as I can by doing her grocery shopping, cleaning, and laundry. When I was doing their laundry that is when I discovered that all of their clothes were stained badly and torn apart. Even at this size, these people deserve the dignity of having decent clothing on their bodies. They are unable to afford personal care items like shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, Laundry soap, bath soap etc. They are both in need of undergarments and socks. Patty wears size 6 x and Leonard wears size 55 jeans and size 3 x crew neck T shirts. Since they are homebound any magazines, paperback books, Music CDs and used DVD's would be greatly appreciated. Next Saturday March the I have arranged for a group of volunteers to help deliver these items, and we will clean their home from top to bottom. I have a local beautician who will give them both haircuts, manicures and a day of beauty treatments while we are busy scrubbing and doing laundry etc. I am feeling so blessed by being able to do this for this wonderful dear lady. She is just my age and suffering so badly. I wish that I could convince her to look into gastric bypass surgery, but that has to be her choice. I guess what I am trying to do by "project Patty" is to show her the kindness of complete strangers and that people care about her.and that with the love and support that she can return to life outside of her living room again. I thank you all for listening and hope that you can help by sending any items that you can find around the house that they might be able to use. If you are interested in helping or just sending a card of encouragement please write and ask for my home address. Please pass this information along to anyone who might have gently used items to contribute to help make this project a huge success. If you are interested in being on the cleaning crew please contact me as soon as possible We need all the hands and strong able bodies we can get to help with some spring cleaning and delivering the clothing etc. We are also in need of someone who knows how to hook up a dvd/vcr player up to an older television set. Thank you all for your help. I knew I could count on you to help make this happen. Lots of Love and Hugs, Laura I thank you all for your help.
bahibakmazen
on 2/21/06 4:10 pm - CA
Topic: RE: Travel Agency Owner
hi there, i just read your post, i am interested in visiting egypt in august, what is a good deal airline i can take? I am in california.thanks!
NeedHelp
on 2/11/06 3:42 am - Rockford, IL
Topic: RE: Going to Cancun
Karen, If you have a nice hotel, Cancun can be a relaxing trip. The beaches were wonderful and I loved it. If you like to party, You'd need to ask someone else since I wasn't into that. I went last May and stayed at Golden Crown Paradies Resort.
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