MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 9 years, 1 month ago

Hoping to connect with local people who have or are waiting for surgery! I'm in Central Vancouver Island ;-)


MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 9 years, 1 month ago

Really feeling uncomfortable these past few days...usually only notice this when the weather is changing lol..On day 6 of preop..wondered if the stress of a liquid pre op diet could throw me into a flare up?


MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 9 years, 1 month ago

I'm nearing the end of day 5 of the 3 week pre op diet...first 4 days felt awful! Today went out and cut the lawn! I think I was needing some sodium as with all this flushing out it caused me some problems. I've always been cautious about too much sodi


MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 9 years, 1 month ago

I am on 3 weeks of protein shakes and low sodium/no fat broth. Is there anything that can help with feeling lousy..or is it just the way it is?

Taking in 1000-1200 cal per day 133gr of protein ..taking multivitamin, Vit D and Calcium.  I've los


MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 9 years, 1 month ago

FINALLY after 3.5 years I have a date! April 24th..sooooooo excited..started preop diet today!

Hoping to connect with others having their surgery in Victoria BC!


MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 9 years, 2 months ago

Wondering how long or how many pounds off before the apnea was resolved? I have moderate to sever apnea, weigh 265 lbs 5'8" am preop...I am supposedly close to getting my surgery date! I have a trip planned this summer to Scotland and HOPE that Idon't


MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
preop diet suggestions need HELP! - I am hoping someone else out there has the same issues as me with drinking Glucerna and Ensure...I don't tolerate Sucralose..so Glucerna is out..and Ensure makes me feel anxious an...

MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
Protein Bar without Sucralose/Splenda - Looking for a bar that is high in protein and low carb without artificial sweeteners or sucralose. Or a great recipe to make my own ! ;-) 

MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 10 months ago
In The Realm Of Hungry Ghosts, by Dr. Gabor Mate - I highly recommend this book to anyone dealing with "head hunger" ..it truly is in your head..your brain chemistry to be exact!  I suspect the vast majority of us are food addic...

MyTurn2012 lost 2 lbs since Oct 20 11 years, 3 months ago

MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
Need encouragement..also anyone on here from Vanco -   Hi..I'm wondering how many pre and post op patients there are here on VI?  It would be great to start a support group for people north of Duncan.  I'm going back to see my...

MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 4 months ago
Vancouver Island WLS patients - Hi..I'm wondering how many pre and post op patients there are here on VI?  It would be great to start a support group for people north of Duncan.  I'm going back to see my surge...

MyTurn2012 lost 1 lb since Sep 03 11 years, 6 months ago

MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 7 months ago
Protein Ice Capp - Did a little  experimenting this morning with my Magic Bullet...one of my fav  things is a Tim Horton's Ice Capp...so thought I'd attempt a "healthy"  version. 4 ice cubes 1 c...

MyTurn2012 posted a comment 11 years, 7 months ago
Love the title of this blog! Aaaawwwwe...you must feel wonderful...

MyTurn2012 lost 0 lbs since Sep 01 11 years, 8 months ago

MyTurn2012 lost 0 lbs since Aug 31 11 years, 8 months ago

MyTurn2012 lost 1 lb since Aug 29 11 years, 8 months ago

MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
Mixed messages re high protein low carb diet -  I'm waiting for my surgery date and thought meanwhile I'd try to wean myself off of carbs, I've been busy the last month with moving etc and figured a good time to try while I was...

MyTurn2012 lost 0 lbs since Aug 26 11 years, 8 months ago

MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
Question for menopausal sleevers -  I'm wondering if there is much difference for women who have the sleeve and are menopausal or post meno?  You read alot about spikes in estrogen during weight loss..how has this i...

MyTurn2012 lost 1 lb since Aug 22 11 years, 8 months ago

MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
Anyone have a bad reaction to sucralose? -  Just wondering if anyone else  has experienced a bad reaction to sucralose? Yesterday I bought Detour protein bars and about an 1/2 hour or so after eating one I felt weird, and t...

MyTurn2012 lost 1 lb since Aug 20 11 years, 8 months ago

MyTurn2012 posted a discussion topic 11 years, 8 months ago
Need a boost... -  Today is my BD and even though I'm receiving lovely best wishes from friends and family I'm still feeling a little down.  I watched a video this morning about Canadian wait times ...
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