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Cherokeesage’s Posts
Topic: RE: 11 weeks post op and still can't eat Meats!
Once I started eating more solid food, chili and taco meat were the easiest on my pouch. Now I can eat most anything but on occasion a meat will not sit well and have to come up. Bacon is still hit and miss for me probably because I either buy center cut or pull all the fat off so it isn't as moist without that fat. I've never liked fat or skin on any meat.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Winter Update- PICTURE FILLED POST! (and first "hater")
You look fabulous! I imagine the hater is having a furious inner struggle so took a bite at you showing her true colors. Inner beauty is a rare jewel and ugly behavior destroys one's inner beauty.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Post-op Weight Gain
I'm glad you posted because it helps me stay focused. I'm not out of the so called honeymoon stage but I am greatly concerned about regain. I certainly understand the soda addiction as that was all I drank for years starting with a diet soda at breakfast. I gave it up almost 5 yrs ago and never miss it now that I am this far out. Don't know if it will help but pull out old pre op pictures and remember how you felt inside and out. I have a sweet tooth so when I go to grab something not healthy for me, I remind myself how awful I felt and looked and it helps reinforce the "Nothing taste as good as thin feels". I never have a craving as long as I am full on protein. However, my body always has a sugar craving when it is time to eat but as soon as I eat protein (tonight it is chili) the craving stops and I am satisfied. I know from personal past history that once I start eating sugar that is all I'll eat and then I horrible physically. Yet, I'd do it over and over so I know it is best to just avoid my trigger foods. Thus far I've been able to make the right choice and take the time to prepare the protein. It feels good to have a feeling of power over each bite that goes in my mouth. I eat fruit when I want something sweet and healthier. Back to the soda - I went from soda to ice tea and decided I was drinking to much tea so switched to ice water. I now crave ice water which is really different since I drank very little water up to that point. Wishing you all the best in reclaiming you goal.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: I DID IT!! I DID IT!!! I DID IT!!!!!!! My first 5k!!!
This is GREAT!
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: band slippage
There are long term band success stories but I am not one of them. I thought it was a great tool the first year and then it slipped causing numerous problems. I've had zero problems with RNY.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Has anyone on this forum ever died from WLS?
I know of two ladies. Both were SMO for most of their lives. One suffered a heart attack during surgery. And one developed an infection, ran a fever but didn't go to the E.R. or call her surgeon for several days. By the time she did the infection had spread and there was nothing that medicine could do for her. I believe the first lady wouldn't have lived much longer without surgery due to her pre-existing heart problems. There was no reason for the second lady to have died. She should have gone to the E.R. as soon as she developed a fever. We are told to seek medical help immediately if we run a fever when we get home. I know far more people that have had WLS and are now living far healthier lives.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: i dropped 8 pants size!
Amazing
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: sowly chipping away at my list
I have zip lining and ballroom dance on my list!
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Death Breath?
Ketosis is bad and at least isn't as bad when drinking a lot of water. I can tell when I'm not getting enough by my breath.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Question Goal wt VS IDW
I have no idea where I will end up. I've been setting goals as I make a goal. A goal to get under 200 was met and the next goal is 180. I looked and felt good at 160 in the past so it would be nice to be at least that wt again.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: this is weird
I haven't had that experience but noticed you are not far post op so perhaps it is your body in healing mode. I call my surgeon's office when I need an answer. I'm lucky because several of his staff including his NUT has had WLS so are great for advice and when they don't know they direct me to the Dr. He's been doing this nearly 30 yrs so there's very little he hasn't come across.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Hello everyone!
I'm also TriCare South. I've had no problems with insurance and glad for WLS. Look for support groups in your area and go to the meetings. I did that for several months prior to surgery. I loved how upbeat everyone was and willing to share their experience with WLS. (ups and downs)
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: What Come Around Goes Around.....
You should volunteer to be one of the models for the OH Atlanta convention.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Friday the 13th.....Got Lucky!
You look great! The hair color looks good and it looks like you have great hair. I don't have much hair and it is in the stage of falling out so I've been afraid to get my usual highlights done.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: 3wks postop on 2nd band and noo weight loss!!
I went from 290 to 215 with the band in less than one year and thought it was the greatest tool until it slipped. The next two years it made me a nervous wreck because I could take a drink of water and it come straight out my mouth and other times couldn't feel any restriction. I had a difficult time after that bouncing between 215 anf 226. I kept losing and regaining the same few pounds. Once it was deflated I gained up to 245 because it was over the holidays and I knew that RNY was in Feb 2012.
I felt restriction with the band before I had a fill and only had 2cc in mine when it was deflated. I found my sweet spot fast and thought all was great. If you are not feeling restriction, then you need to get your fills started. Make sure you talk to your NUT about poportion and how to eat. (small salad plates with 1/2 being lean protein, 1/4 good carbs and 1/4 good grains) If you have the right fill and eat like this you will be content and if you eat more it will come up. Wait at least 30 minutes before you drink liquids after eating. Eat slowly and as soon as you feel full or satisfied, stop eating. I seldom made it through my small salad plate when banded. Walk at least 2 miles a day and do aerobic exercise if you are able. Drink lots of water prior and in between meals. The beauty of the band is that you can eat almost anything in small amounts but that can also work against you if you don't keep your food choices lean and clean. You probably need a fill most of all. "You can do it".
I felt restriction with the band before I had a fill and only had 2cc in mine when it was deflated. I found my sweet spot fast and thought all was great. If you are not feeling restriction, then you need to get your fills started. Make sure you talk to your NUT about poportion and how to eat. (small salad plates with 1/2 being lean protein, 1/4 good carbs and 1/4 good grains) If you have the right fill and eat like this you will be content and if you eat more it will come up. Wait at least 30 minutes before you drink liquids after eating. Eat slowly and as soon as you feel full or satisfied, stop eating. I seldom made it through my small salad plate when banded. Walk at least 2 miles a day and do aerobic exercise if you are able. Drink lots of water prior and in between meals. The beauty of the band is that you can eat almost anything in small amounts but that can also work against you if you don't keep your food choices lean and clean. You probably need a fill most of all. "You can do it".
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Bio-oil for scars and LIES, ALL LIES
I tried Maderma to reduce the appearance of scars and it was a waste of $.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: OT Repost: Tattooed? Share your story
I had eyebrows done and was going to have eyeliner but stopped with the brows. I would have stopped at one brow had it not looked funny.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Is it possible to tighten up your stomach without plastics?
Before surgery I told myself that I would not have a TT because I am 57 and don't plan to wear a bikini with my open incision scar. Then I saw one of his other patients in the waiting room that had the surgery. She had a nice flat stomach. Our Dr makes a belly button when he does the surgery. I imagine a belly ring could be worn if the Dr does this. Just wi**** didn't cost so much.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Chike Prot. Shakes....
Chike was my fav protein drink presurgery and it is made where I live so it is easy to get. However, I couldn't stand it or any other flavored protein for 10 weeks post op. I used unflavored and still do if I want to mix my own with SF DaVinci or Torani. I had all kinds of samples of the different protein drinks and my husband ended up drinking them after I'd mix one and gag on it. I had 2 Chike packets in my cupboard so tried it again when I ran out of unflavored protein. I was happy that once again I could drink it and it is almost as good as preop. My Drs office told me that it has more sugar than some of the other brands since it is considered a meal replacement. I figure since I use it as a meal replacement once a day that I can handle that. I started using it 4 yrs ago when banded. In the past I bought the tubs of my favorites but I really prefer the bottles or packets with we travel. It is the only protein drink that I think taste good made with water.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: New Here :)
I know you are excited looking ahead to a healthier body. I am 8 wks post op and did not have any major issues post op. I had the lap band for 3 yrs. It starting slipping early on and finally had to deflate and remove. I'm glad I now have the RNY. Find a support group in there is one in your area. We no longer have one but I consider OH my support group. Welcome to the forum.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: The RIGHT FRUIT CHOICES
I find it amazing how our Drs don't all have the same guidelines and we all still lose. Mine is 10 gms of sugar. I cut fruit into whatever size makes it less than that.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: never full!
My friends with long term success swear by continuing protein drinks twice a day and beginning each meal with protein.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: BCBS-IL...REASON FOR MY DENIAL
Each time I recv'd a ltr from the insurance that pointed to the Dr office ... I faxed it to them and would call the next day to see if they were working the issue.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: Is it a sin to admit that you like food?
Love to cook and enjoy browsing cookbooks and cooking websites. I recently took a cake decorating class even though I don't eat the product. Cooking and baking is my hobby and my creative outlet. We built a home 6 yrs ago and I have the kitchen I always wanted. This is why I chose the band but wasn't expecting the slip and constant pain. Friends and family were always concerned that I wasn't eating enough but I was never hungry after my few bites. I was very familiar with RNY having so many friends with it. I know what friends have done that have been successful and I know why others have gained wt back. I started at 280 and lost to 219 with the band. I gained 25 while it was deflated because I knew I was going to be on a much more restrictive plan. I didn't enjoy the food as my body is use to the small amounts and better choices so I was glad to get another tool that matched my expectations. My body feels much better eating less again. This is your CHOICE so make sure you get the surgery that you want. I met a gal a couple of months ago that has the sleeve and she has lost a lot of wt and very happy.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
Topic: RE: TRICARE DENIED ME
I'm TriCare. Don't give up just do what is required.
Banded Oct 2008: 290
RNY Feb 2012: 245
Dr's set goal: 170 reached Oct 11, 2012
My goal: 160 reached Dec 1, 2012
Today : 142-145
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