WLS_Deb 19 years, 7 months ago

Just checking up on you Mindy.. Long ago you signed my guest book so came here to see how you are doing. Hope things are going great with a new baby and all *hugs*

Naes Wls J. 20 years, 5 months ago

<b>I SAID A PRAYER FOR YOU TODAY~*~ I said a prayer for you today And know God must have heard- I felt the answer in my heart Although He spoke no word I didn't ask for wealth or fame, I knew you wouldn't mind, I asked Him to send treasures Of a far more lasting kind, I asked that He'd be near you At the start of each new day, To grant you health and blessings And friends to share your way. I asked for happiness for you In all things great and small, But it was for His loving care I prayed the most of all.**Hugs**</b>

V W W. 20 years, 6 months ago

Mindy, You are doing so great with your weight loss. You should be very proud of yourself. Keep up the good work. Valorie

Naes Wls J. 20 years, 8 months ago

PROTEIN REQUIREMENTS: Since your stomach capacity is severely restricted, you must be sure to have enough protein in your diet to keep you healthy. Foods that are high in protein include meats, poultry, fish, cheese, eggs, and seafood. At each meal, concentrate on eating your protein foods first so you don't fill up on other foods and leave out the protein. Protein-rich foods are more satisfying and filling than carbohydrates, and will help you lose weight rapidly and healthfully. A high protein intake will also promote healing of your incision, and help your skin shrink as you lose weight. FLUID REQUIREMENTS: It is very important that you drink at least six 8-ounce cups of fluid each day to avoid dehydration. You must sip your liquids slowly, consuming about _ cup every hour between meals throughout the day, since your stomach capacity is so small. Do not drink liquids for 30-45 minutes before or after your meals because there is not enough room in your stomach for both food and fluids. If you drink too much fluid at one time, or take fluids with your meals, you may vomit. Recommended beverages include water (the best), sugar-free drinks, tea, coffee, and skim milk if you can tolerate it. Studies show that a high water intake helps promote weight loss, wound healing, skin shrinkage, and helps prevent constipation. Avoid carbonated beverages or allow them to go flat before drinking because the bubbles can cause severe cramping. Carbonated beverages containing sugar and/or caffeine will stimulate your appetite, and should be avoided. Eliminate high-calorie drinks such as regular sodas, sugary fruit juices, non-skim milk, milkshakes, and alcoholic beverages as these will impair your weight loss. These drinks are a common reason for weight gain. SUCCESSFUL EATING HABITS: You will need to focus on changing your eating habits immediately after having Gastric Bypass surgery if you want to enjoy the benefits of rapid weight loss. Most importantly, you must not snack between meals. Frequent snacking will prevent you from losing weight even though you have had the surgery. Successful patients eat three small, well-balanced meals each day, and a maximum of two small, low-fat snacks. Each meal should consist of a protein food and a fruit or vegetable serving. This is a major change in eating habits for most obese people, and the key to successful weight loss.The best way to feel satisfied is to eat your meals very slowly, chew each bite up to 30 times, and try to get the maximum enjoyment from it. Make sure you eat your protein foods first as they will help you to feel full sooner. Stop eating when you first notice a sensation of fullness, abdominal pressure, or nausea. Don't worry if you have not finished the food on your plate. If you follow these dietary guidelines and take your vitamin supplements, you will be getting adequate nutrition even with a very small food intake IF YOU EXPERIENCE VOMITING: If you vomit after eating, it is probably because you ate or drank too much at one time. You must always stop eating as soon as you feel full, uncomfortable, or nauseated. Vomiting can also occur if you eat too fast, don't chew your food thoroughly, eat foods that disagree with you, or lie down too soon after eating. If the vomiting continues throughout the day, stop eating solid foods and sip only clear liquids for the next 8 hours (water, clear juices, coffee, tea, or non-carbonated beverages). If vomiting continues for more than 24 hours, call your doctor. Continued vomiting may indicate that the outlet from your stomach pouch into your small intestine has become blocked. Try mixing a teaspoon of Adolf's Meat Tenderizer in a glass of warm water and sipping it very slowly. If there is a piece of food blocking the outlet, this may help to dissolve it. Sometimes food blockages must be removed using an instrument called an endoscope passed through your mouth into your stomach. The best way to avoid this is to chew all foods to the consistency of baby food, and avoid foods that are fibrous or hard to digest. In some cases, the outlet to the small intestine becomes narrowed over time even though the patient is following the dietary guidelines. This condition is called stenosis. The treatment is an endoscopic procedure using a small balloon to stretch the outlet so food can pass through. Continued vomiting over 24 hours may be a sign of stenosis, and must be reported to your doctor. THE IMPORTANCE OF EXERCISE: It's extremely important for you to adopt a routine of regular exercise a minimum of 30 minutes at least four days a week. Studies of patients who have been successful after Gastric Bypass surgery indicate that over 75% of them exercise regularly to help maintain their weight loss. Effective exercise programs can include brisk walking, swimming, aqua exercise, low-impact aerobics or dance classes, biking, use of exercise cycles, treadmills, and stair machines. Believe it or not, exercise becomes easier and more enjoyable as you lose weight and increase your endurance. You must be cleared by your surgeon to begin your exercise program after your six-week check-up. Before this point, do not engage in heavy exertional activities, bending, or lifting anything over 10 pounds. If any activity or position causes you pain in the area of your incision, don't do it. You should not sit or stand in one place for long periods without changing position frequently as there is a risk of blood clots forming in your legs. During your first six weeks after surgery, it is extremely important for you to walk as much as you can. Start slowly when you first get home by taking short walks several times a day, preferably outside. Increase the distance and pace of your walks each day, but expect to tire easily at first. Walking promotes wound healing, circulation, bowel function, weight loss, and the health of your heart and lungs. Exposure to fresh air and sunshine can help relieve depression, anxiety, and food cravings. By the time of your six-week checkup, you should be able to walk one to two miles day. In order to tone your muscles and tighten loose skin as you lose weight, you should engage in floor exercises such as abdominal crunches, leg lifts, weight lifting, or yoga. The worst thing you can do is spend time sitting in front of the TV. <<<<>>>><<<<>>>><<<<>>>> Carbohydrates are found in grains, vegetables and legumes (complex carbohydrates) as well as in fruit, milk and other dairy products (simple carbohydrates). It's how much you eat of these foods - or any other type of food - that matters when it comes to weight gain. "At the end of the day, weight gain and loss is a matter of calories. If you eat more calories than your body can use - be it from protein, carbohydrate or fat - you will gain weight,"

Tamara M. 20 years, 10 months ago

May 30,2003 I spoke with Mindy and she got out of the hospital today and she is feeling pretty good. Tolerating fluids well. She is continuing to have some pain, but we all know that goes with the territory. Lets keep Mindy in our prayers as she begins her journey to recovery.

Justin F. 20 years, 10 months ago

Congrats on making it to the losing side. I hope you have a speedy and painless recovery.

donnaa62 20 years, 10 months ago

Mindy congratulations on becoming a loser.. welcome to the world of the losers.. LOL..

Tammy 'Buckley McCool 20 years, 10 months ago

woooooooo hooooooooo Mindy wtg , hope to meet ya at the next support group meeting in Wylie goodluck on your recovery!!!!!!hugsssssss

vickie M. 20 years, 10 months ago

Just got back from BTC in Wylie , Tx. from seeing Mindy and she is doing great! She rates the pain as a 4, that is really good for just having open RNY yesterday. The doc did find a large cyst and sent it off. Her family was there and she is so forunate to have such a great support. Welcome to the losing side Mindy. Please go to her page and leave a message.Thanks Vickie M

Tamara M. 20 years, 10 months ago

May 27, 2003 I spoke with Mindy's husband Carlos she got out of Surgery about 1:30pm seems to be doing well. Apparently she had a large ovarian cyst that was removed during surgery. She is having some pain, but tolerating the surgery well. The nurses are going to get Mindy up for her first walk about 5pm. Everyone keep Mindy in your prayers! And I update again when I know more.
About Me
McKinney, TX
Location
27.6
BMI
RNY
Surgery
05/27/2003
Surgery Date
Mar 12, 2003
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