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    Re: Pre-op diet ... Constipation.sorrt TMI!

    My NUT has me taking a probiotic pill - the kind that have to stay in the fridge, not the off the shelf kind. She also said to stay away from fiber products because most constipation can be...
  2. Re: Best (solid) foods for protein after sleeve (my ideas, please critique)

    Near as I can figure about tastes is your body tells you what you need and don't need through cravings and taste preferences (why pregnant women get strange cravings). We have been converting...
  3. Re: Best (solid) foods for protein after sleeve (my ideas, please critique)

    The pouch can be finicky. If you find you loved something and now hate it, try cooking different ways and with some spices before giving up on it entirely.

    Check out worldaccordingtoeggface, she...
  4. Re: Best (solid) foods for protein after sleeve (my ideas, please critique)

    I agree with the above. Planning is great but don't stock up on stuff too early and start slow when introducing new foods.

    As for beef, I have always gone for the tenderloin...expensive but good. ...
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    Re: Afraid of failing. .. need advice. .

    My doctor was telling me once my body figures out where I am comfortable it'll want to stay there as long as I continue the program. They said to not worry of I level off for a while then gain ten...
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    Re: Gastric sleeve id card

    I have found most places are quite accommodating. I ask for the meat only, no sides (or whatever you're after) and just mention to the waitstaff that I have had a surgery and can only eat a few...
  7. Thread: Carafate??

    by ColoradoLB
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    Re: Carafate??

    It also helps promote movement of the stomach and intestines to help stuff push through. They gave it to me in the hospital when I got super dehydrated and my stomach was swollen to the point no...
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    Kroger new yogurt

    I just found Kroger has some yogurts (well, at least in that section) that are low carb and low fat...much lower than the flavored Greek yogurts but still with a high protein content. They're called...
  9. Sticky: Re: Protein Smoothies -Alumni post suggestions here - Newbies get info here

    icey nonalcholic Bailey's.

    ice, no sugar added frozen vanilla bean yogurt, scoop of non flavored protein, sugar free irish cream coffee flavoring syrup, and milk. blend and enjoy creamy goodness.
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    Re: diet transistions and slight distress

    OK, so here's what happened. I just got out of the hospital after a little over a week. I'll share my story here for everyone to be sure they don't hit the same snags.

    First, the discomfort when...
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    Re: using baby untensils for eating

    And they keep me from hurting my teef when I bite down. :-)
  12. Sticky: Re: Puree'd Foods -Alumni post suggestions here - Newbies get info here

    I just made them at 325 for 25 minuites and they turned out great and actually really moist too.
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    diet transistions and slight distress

    I've noticed since I have been transitioning into pureed diet, my meals give me a little bit of nausea and a slightly uncomfortable full feeling. I am not over eating, it just seems like my gut is...
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    Re: Bad breath after surgery, do you have it?

    The smell is coming from your lungs as you breath out the gasses caused by Ketosis. Brushing and gargling help cover the small for a bit but won't get rid of it. Just wait and see.
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    Re: POST OP DIET- need suggestions!!!

    I found some Thai soup in Safeway. I just poured the mix packet into 4 oz hot water, then strained it. Spicy and good. Try to strain different soups for some variety in taste and slight texture. ...
  16. Thread: warning ;(

    by ColoradoLB
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    Re: warning ;(

    Chinese food usually means tough, low grade beef...at least that is what I found. Throw a small roast in a crock pot with some small potato wedges and carrots, cream of mushroom soup and a little...
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    Re: Meat meat and more meat

    Luckily I have always LOVED Bison. My nutritionist said it's actually better than chicken. Look for it in the grocery store. I haven't had surgery yet, but I am sure it'll be on my plate the first...
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    Re: Just noticed mah belleh...

    Congrats!
  19. Thread: Sippy Sippy

    by ColoradoLB
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    Re: Sippy Sippy

    Anyone using sippy cups? I got one to prepare (the most adult looking 6 oz I could find) and I find I have to suck a little to get the sip out. Is it supposed to be that way or is my sippy cup not...
  20. Thread: warning ;(

    by ColoradoLB
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    Re: warning ;(

    Hey all, nOOb here. I don't eat much beef, only tenderloin (yea, I spoil myself), but I eat a lot of Bison. My nutritionist said bison is actually leaner and easier than chicken.

    Beef is a big...
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    Re: Greetings all

    YEESSSSS! LOL. But nothing that could make the car rock. People get curious about a rocking car in the area. :-)
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    Greetings all

    I would like to join this support group.

    I am "LB", a 41 year old male from Colorado. I have managed to gain about 100 pounds since taking on a new job. I love the job, but it has completely...
  23. Thread: Back Pain

    by ColoradoLB
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    Re: Back Pain

    What were you doing at the time? Have you ever thrown your back out before? And last, have you ever had kidney stones?

    I thought I threw my back out a couple years ago, I was just getting...
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