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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
recipes... -
I grew up on a farm and can cook beef, pork, and chicken with nooooo problem. But, I have no clue how to cook salmon, tuna or Tilapia. Can anyone share how to prepare fish?
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
2nd doubts -
Surgery is the 17th. I thought I was prepared. I thought I was ready. As it gets closed and my head gets foggier on the stupid liquid diet I'm starting to doubt everything! ...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Liquid diet... -
Is there a difference between broth and strained clear soup? Today for lunch, one of my cooks (I'm a cafe' mgr not mega rich with my own staff...lol) made veggie/beef soup. I...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Is this normal???? -
I'm on day 2 of my pre-op diet and my emotions are all over the board. I'm crying over the littlest thing. I'm short with people, especially my husband. I feel like I'm going...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
I don't agree with the surgeon's goal -
I went yesterday for my last pre-op appointment. The nurse showed me the surgeon's goal, based on all these different statistics. It was about 40 lbs more then where I want to...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Clothes -
At what point do you buy new clothes and get rid of your fat clothes? I packed away my summer clothes last night. It was kinda sad. I am a clothes whore! I'm going to miss s...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
protein question... -
Surgery is 12/17, once I'm done with my liquids and mushy foods what is my best option to get all of my protein? I'm planning on doing at least 1 protein shake a day, which wil...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
Another newbie question... -
My surgery is 12/17. I'm starting to plan things for when I come home. Honestly, the thought of pureed meat makes me want to hurl. Do I have to have it or can I supplement wi...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
I have a date.... -
Dec. 17th.
What do I want to take to the hospial with me?
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
Newbie questions -
I have so many things swirling in my head, as I'm sure most pre-ops do. How do you handle seeing or being around sweets and other foods that we shouldn't have? Do you miss buf...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
The nerves have set in....just found out I'M APPRO -
My head is spinning and my over-sized tummy is in knots. I know it's the right thing for my health. I know I can do this. I'm just scared sh*tless!
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
Crossing fingers....prayers please! -
I just called the surgeons office and they have submitted my paperwork. Prayers for approval...please. I'm hoping to get this in by the end of the year. Approval is risky bec...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 11 years, 1 month ago
Round 2 or 3 or maybe it's 4 by now -
I had surgery scheduled for 10/12 but the anesthesiologist backed out...too soon after a heart attack and stents. Surgery was re-scheduled for 12/12. Two days before the surge...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
Postponed...again! -
Today was my pre-op, surgery scheduled to the 26th. Well, it got postponed again. My 3 doctors can not agree on the best way to do my surgery. One dr. says no to the plavix a...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
Shopping suggestions.... -
My surgery is 12/26, what should I be stocking up on for my "food" once I get home? How many different flavors of protein shakes? Do they go bad? Is there a brand that's bett...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Patting myself on the back... -
I am in day 2 of my liver shrinking diet. So far, I've done really well. I didn't go to the office for the staff carry-in. I haven't cheated. I am feeling pretty good! I ju...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Surgery has been postponed -
I went to the doctor today for my last visit before my 10/31 surgery. It was decided that it was too soon after my heart attack to have surgery. So, we are waiting until Dec. ...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
Day 8 of pre-op diet - Today is my 8th day of this icky diet and I am obsessed with food. I thought the first few days were supposed to be the roughest...not for me. I'm seeing food everywhere, even th...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
prayers please.... - I am schedule for surgery next Wed. I just received a call that they won't do the surgery until I have a ct scan. During my pre-op appointment, the xray showed a spot on my lung....
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
2 week pre-op please help... - My pre-op diet consists of 1 replacement bar/shake or egg for breakfast, 4 other replacement bars/shake, and 1 normal light meal. My mother in law is coming up on Sat...what's the...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
I have a date! - I found out on Friday that I am scheduled for surgery on 10/31. What do I need to pack for the hospital?
The nerves have officially set in. I have doubts if I can do this. I ...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
WOW...6 months done! - I had my 6th supervised weightloss visit today. They will be submitting later this week or first part of next week. Prayers for a quick approval.
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
3 down and 3 to go... - I'm 1/2 way through my 6 months dr. supervision. I gained weight last month...a lot of weight actually. They were understanding. I had a medication change and my new med causes ...
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luvbskts posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Protein shake - Can anyone tell me a good protein shake?
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luvbskts wrote a blog post 12 years, 3 months ago
Just getting started - Greetings to anyone reading this!
Let me start by saying that WLS for me isn't a want...it's a need. I'm 43 with high everything! I am diabetic and had a heart attack in Feb. I...