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Hi, im eating mostly chicken .They told us not to use prtien drinks as a meal replacement, they are ok just eat something with them. they also said each meal should be no more than 2 cups so go figure my brain is on overload trying to balance it all. Sandra

Mine is 1200 calories too for now 105 grams carbs 100 grams protien 27grams fat no caffiene and no carbonated beverages, I think can eventually go back to caffiene after surgery but never on carbonated beverages because they stretch your pouch. Don't have a date yet but should be done with all...

er and I went to our first nutrition/exercise class today got a lot of info. They gave us a manual to keep that covers everything from how to eat when and what to what bring with you to the hospital. It takes you from before surgery till one year after. It has check list and tracking list and...

Tell those closest too you, and let others find out through the results they see. In my opinion if youre gonna do it own it dont hide from it, ask those you tell to pray for you and help you stay encouraged Sandra

I met the surgeon today he says i'm a definite canidate for the surgery. We decided on the sleeve. I have some test and appt to complete all are scheduled and will be done by June 6th, Then I just wait for insurance clearance and could have Surgery as soon as July! Whew! It's a little...

What are some of the questions you wish you had remembered to ask at your first appointment?

I got a blessing today, My surgeons office called my sister have our first appt tommorrow! Maybe we will be going through more of this journey at the same time now.

My surgeons office called to day and my sister and I will have our first appt TOMORROW At 1:00 thats a month sooner than what was scheduled. So thankful to get started!

I,m sorry you didnt get the news you wanted just hang in there it will happen. My first appt in June 14th. I havent seen psychologist, nutrionist or anything but I have had some of the required test recently. I just hope to get mine before the end of the year! i'm fine we will just wait together...

hey, How did your appt go! Been waiting to hear from you is everything ok.

What were your complications and why? Why the revision ? Did you lose weight before your first surgery? What can you tell me that you have learned to make the process go smoother? My first visit with doctor is June 14th, Im thinking about the sleeve but will of course follow his reccomendations.

Donna, Don't feel bad about your feeling from one special needs mom to another most people have know idea what that's like and although we love them and realize the privellege to parent them, we are only human and we get frustrated, until that special smile, or hug, or word or even look then...

I know I will face this too, try making your own healthy version of pizza, Take a low carb tortilla shell rub both sides with a small amount of olive oil bake until crisp watch it wont take long, then top it with pizza sauce, alfredo sauce, low fat cream cheese, vegetables grilled cheese low fat...

Hi Scooter, Most doctrs will accept the test you've already had just ask your personal docs to fax them the results as long as its been within the last 6 months that you had the test done.

Hi Donna, I have my first appointment June 14th, I've had a lot of the required test already because I am diabetic and have other heath issues like shortness of breath. The doctors were ruling out other things before telling me WLS was pretty much my only option and pretty much told that at...

Thanks Tom you are so supportive I appreciate all your information and answering questions in such a timely manner. I hope my journey will be as sucessfu as your and that I will be able to aid others as well.l

I know it must be hard but research what classifies as clear liquids and try to find some variety in flavor. Ask your doc if you can try different brand of protein shake. two weeks will pass before you know it. I always find peace and comfort in talking to Lord and this site is a blessing with...

How often do you weigh? I know some do daily they say it keeps them on track, but ive had doctors say only weigh once per week. What are the best most accurate brand of home scales thay you have used? Where's the best place to find scales that weigh over 400lbs without spending a fortune...

Okay I know the surgery is supposed to be a tool, what others tools has anyone found helpful on this Journey, I seen a lot of people talk about journaling but what else that aids in exercising, eating right etc...?

Hi Donna, Im just beginning I've been to a seminar and my first appointment with the doctor is June 14th. I'm not gonna give up , My health is to bad all my doctors ( Heart, Lung and Family) have recommended It saying thats pretty much my only alternative if I want to be any better. The risk...