It has barely 3 weeks out and I am no longer prediabetic! My AIC was 6 and now it is 5.2. I was so excited to get the news. I can't believe it improved so quickly. That is just my little brag. I...

Well I mean I suffer from anxiety and depression and I was about to have major surgery. I know I always seem to stand out from the crowd in terms of extremes but what can I say I just have to embrace...

Hello and welcome! I can completely relate to what you are saying. My surgery was almost 3 weeks ago. I was overwhelmed with anxiety and mixed emotions. It went so much better than I anticipated. In...

Dr. Illan is an excellent surgeon and I was very happy with the care I received there. Everyone's body is individual and unique. This just seems to be MY personal experience but I don't think it has...

Thanks for your reply. I don't ALWAYS eat an hour after but I was just going back into my old habits and listening to head hunger. I have a food addiction that I am going to receive intensive help...

Wow Tuesday! How are you feeling BahaMs?

I had surgery in Tijuana with Dr. Jalil Illan. I had a very good experience. The facilities were very clean and the hospital staff was very attentive and caring. Just the overall vibe of the hospital...

I had surgery 2 weeks ago and I don't feel like I have the restriction that everyone else does. I am able to eat one egg and 4 ounces of cottage cheese as a meal and probably could eat even more if I...

oh and the fat is 20 g

For sure. I will keep you updated as soon as I start "real foods."

Surgery was June 14th

I got my surgery outside of Los Angeles which is where I live and therefore I cannot see my nutrionist in person. She suggested:

1,000 calories/day

35 grams of carbs...

But yes Iagree I already put the pudding in the garbage.

Thanks. Opps I guess they title it full liquids to puree and the diet they gave me included pudding and nonfat greek yogurt

My mom says stop being so hard on myself...but here it goes. I am on the full liquids stage and I feel like I have been having too much sugar free pudding :/. Does anyone know how many carbs, sugar,...

I am going to TJ to get my sleeve done and it is an all inclusive package. Each person gets their own personal valet. How much do I tip him? Do I tip him each time he takes me somewhere or one big...

3 more days to go for me...It has not hit me yet. I am excited for my journey. Please keep us updated on yours!

Thanks for your input!

Does anyone have any suggestions for bariatric vitamins regarding brands and the form t take them in? There are a lot of options online. Do the vitamin patches work (I am skeptical) and which form...

Wow what a beautiful post! Your seminar is on the 14th and my surgery is on the 14th! I am ready to give myself a life again and be healthy, more confident and happier. Am I anxious about the...

I am thrilled to hear that and I am so happy for you. I am also having my surgery in Mexico (TJ) and yes I had a lot of people be judgmental about that. Some people are just ignorant. My surgeon is...

This site is really positive and I really appreciate that. It is nice to have the support.

Thank you so much! I will definitely keep you updated on my journey. Thank you for your encouragement. You are going to rock this too! :)

It has been awhile since I have posted here. My surgery is on June 14th! Ahhhh!! I can't believe how quickly it has gotten here and yet at the same time the days at work keep dragging on and on. I am...

Thank you all for your replies. I appreciate it! All I can do is set realistic expectations, keep a positive attitude, and perservere. It is just the fear of the unknown that is difficult for me-not...

Also,
I saw you got your surgery done in Mexico. I am going to see Dr. Illan in TJ. Have you been able to get the support you need in your hometown post op?