TOM! How are you doing?

What got me through the pureed stage was fat free refried beans mixed with some chicken broth to make it thinner, then you can add fat free sour cream and hot sauce if you like spicy like I do! Try the sugar free caramel pudding, I liked that more than the chocolate. Also, I love the OIKOS tripe Zero yogurt, lots of protein and tasty! I was back to work within a week as well. Stay in touch.

Glad you are home Tom! Sounds like you have the right attitude and you will begin to see the positive effect this will have on your life as the days pass. I just got back from a boys trip to Miami (which I would not have done a year ago) and now back on plan hardcore. I let myself splurge on some adult beverages while I was there.

Hi Tom, are you home? I hope all went well. The first several days will be tough but it gets better each day. Focus on walking, using the breathing exercise thing, sipping fluids all day, I found hot grean tea easier than drinking plain water and gasX strips also helped me with some of the gas pain. Also suggest you take some Miralax with your fluids so that you do not get constipated. I also found sleeping in my recliner the most comfortable for me during this time. Please let me know how you are doing!

Hi Tommy....Your messages have served to calm me down some. I'm as nervous as an old sow in a bacon factory! At my age, 66, I've never been in a hospital since I've was born and it's the fear of the unknown that has its choke hold on me. However, the positive factors of losing all or most of my diabetes, having my blood pressure medicine reduced and the ability to do the things I haven't done in decades truly inspires me! I also realize this is not a "magic bullet" and is a tool for me to use or abuse. I choose to use it! Thanks again for your messages.

Good luck tomorrow Tom! Your life is about to change FOR THE BETTER!!!!

Hi Tommy....Thank you for the inspiration as I'm excited and apprehensive at same time. Weighed myself this morning and am at 475. Down 30 pounds in just two month. Again, thanks!

Hi Tom, I was 479 when I started the process. Now 383 7 months out. You will love this tool. It is working great for me. If I can be a resource to you feel free to reach out. If you are also looking for someone who has been sleeved longer term Tinman is a great resource. Best of luck to you!