walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 2 months ago
Carbs and stuff - Hi all! I had RNY surgery in October. Would someone please give me an idea of how many carbs, sugar, calories per day are acceptable. i am just looking for an idea, it doesn...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
Please tell me this is normal - today is 8 weeks since i had surgery and i have to tell you it hasn't been all sunshine, puppies and rainbows. please tell me if this is normal for 8 weeks out: i'm nauseous mos...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
B-12 Patch -  i'm trying to get away from the B-12 sublingual pills. I'd like to hear your houghts on B-12 patches? Thanks!

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 4 months ago
Need Advice, Please - ok, I'm 5 weeks out since surgery, i have good days and bad days. The thing i find the most difficult is getting all the protein (40 - 50g). according to my doctor's plan this w...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 4 months ago
Scar tissue - 9 days after surgery back in hospital for surgery to breakup scar tissue. Is this common?

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 4 months ago
stuck? - i have this horrible feeling that something is stuck and won't go down - what should i do? help

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
This hurts! - I had surgery on Monday and was released from the hospital today. When upright and walking I still have a lot of belly pain. When will this improve? The incisions look fine no sign...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
Ouch! - Surgery was Monday and I m really sore.

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
Tomorrow's my BIG day! - And i can't sleep....nervous, scared, excited.

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
Nutritionist - one week from today i will have my surgery. will i be introduced to a nutritionist when i'm in the hospital? is it my responsibility to contact one afterwards? now?  i read ...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
UGH! - Next Monday i start my one week diet before my surgery on the 28th. YIPPEEE!!  i've been putting off "tasting" the protein shakes for fear that they will be horrible and i didn'...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
I have a date and it's not thru match.com!!!! - Woo Hoo! Just found out my insurance company (UHC) approved me for surgery! Surgery date: October 28th. I'm happy AND scared!

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
Still "Pending" http://images.obesity - I just called the insurance company again (UHC), my approval request is still "Pending".  <  sigh >

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
Insurance Approval - Anxiously awaiting UHC Choice Plus approval. How do i find out i am approved? Does the insurance company notify me directly? The surgeons office? One more question...has anyone ...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
How does your Fitbit fit? - how do the Fitbits fit? (tongue twister?) i haven't had surgery yet and i was thinking of getting one now, but my wrists are big and i think the largest size only fits an 8" wri...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
Fitbit or Jawbone? - survey: Fitbit or Jawbone? why?

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
Bummed. :( - Had my psych eval, doctor wants me to continue therapy for 6 months before surgery is considered. I had all my tests done and ready for submission to the insurance company. If I wa...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
Therapy? - HaPpY HuMP DaY!!! i haven't had surgery yet, don't have a date yet - i'm working on getting everything done for Insurance approval. something i read on here when i start...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Milk or water? - HaPpY SaTUrDaY EvERyONe!!! Quick question...I purchased a sample kit of Unjury protein powders. The directions say to mix with milk, water, coffee, lemonade or any other bev...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
SAMPLES OF PROTEIN SHAKES - Hi all! While I'm gathering all the information for insurance company approval, I thought I'd better start sampling some protein shakes so I know what I'll be drinking  post...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
no NSAIDS? - why can't i take NSAIDs after surgery? what do you take for aches and pains? also, at my initial meeting with the doctor i asked him what the percentage is of his patients t...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Another question... - Anyone have United Health Care insurance? If so, how was the whole process with them? I was discouraged to learn they require i attend diet and exercise classes for 12 months befor...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Dr. John webber - I am just starting my journey - had my initial consultation with dr John webber yesterday - I liked him. Has he preformed your surgery? If so, how are you doing and would you go to...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Wait SUCKS! - i just returned from my initial consultation with my doctor, according to my insurance i have to document a diet and exercise plan for 12 months BEFORE they will approve surgery...

walkingbear36 posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Back pain - I have been reading all I can to familiarize myself with what to expect with this surgery. I've read several posts on here that a lot of you experience back pain after surgery. Is ...
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