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**wjones** · 09-10-2016 07:49 PM

Hello all I am new to the forum. I had my surgery on 8/8/2016. I've lost 42 lbs to date. I feel great. Still experimenting with what I can eat. I'm trying to eat solid proteins with not much luck. When I do eat something like grilled chicken it feels like it's getting stuck near my sternum and I become nautious. I'm still eating soup, drinking protein shakes and try to eat soft canned vegetables. I get a little discouraged because I love beef and chicken and not having much luck eating those. Loosing weight daily and I'm doing well otherwise!

**barbaradear1** · 09-10-2016 07:57 PM

That is awesome! Was your 42 pounds all post op or is it including your pre op diet. I had surgery on 08/18/2016 and I experience the food getting stuck with even the soft foods. I only eat a few bites and then wait a while before eating more. The only thing I don't like is by the time I finish my food it is cold.

**wjones** · 09-10-2016 08:08 PM

Actual weight loss is from pre op to present. I lost 11 lbs on pre op liquid diet and lost the rest since my surgery.

**barbaradear1** · 09-11-2016 05:49 AM

That is awesome! I lost about the same on my pre op diet as well. I just like to see how everyone else is doing with their journey so I stay motivated. I stalled going into my 4th week and almost had a meltdown. Good thing I was on here and reading everyone else's experiences to find out that is normal.

**WANAGL** · 09-11-2016 08:06 AM

Welcome to the sleeved side!

Congratulations on your loss!

I remember using the blender to pulverize solid meats. I also sprinkled unflavored protein powder into and on EVERYTHING to increase daily protein intake.

You've come to by far the best site for support, no-nonsense suggestions, knowledge, wisdom and experience.

Best of luck as you continue your journey!

**Donna Rudewick** · 09-11-2016 08:17 AM

Congrats on your loss!! May I suggest not eating solids till around weeks 5-7? I know everyone is different but I think being on purees or soft foods like eggs and cottage cheese would be easier right now. I wasn't able to tolerate meats that weren't purees with broth till about 6 weeks out. Hope this helps.