Recent Posts
Topic: RE: Hard Time with Restricted Diet
OMG, I so know what you are speaking of. I"m on day ten of my 14 day liquid diet. For some reason Cheez it got in the way me and my protein as well. Got to the point i had to send then out of my home. I realize this is on of the hardest thing i have had to do in my life. The first day was agony, then this past monday i was crying because i felt so bad, but now that it is coming to a end i don't even get hungry anymore. So it does get easier. Remember why you are doing all of this, for a healthier you. As hard as this is i'm glad they are asking us to do because i schrinks our liver which in turn makes on surgery go better. Plus, i think it is a test to see how bad we really want this lifestyle change. I just figure if it going to make the surgery less complicated i'm for it.
What funny is some of my family members have decided to do the liquid diet with me. Strange very strange, but i do appreciate the support.
I promise it does get better, and food will not mean as much to you come next week.
Lisa
What funny is some of my family members have decided to do the liquid diet with me. Strange very strange, but i do appreciate the support.
I promise it does get better, and food will not mean as much to you come next week.
Lisa
Topic: RE: Help! I am really afraid
A year ago I was 250 pounds and getting ready for surgery on 9/26/07. It has been almost a year now and I have lost 114 pounds. Gone from a 24/26 to a 4/6. Here is the deal.
1. I look 6 years younger than I did before. That is a plus.. I am 41 now.
2. I did loose some hair around the 6 month mark - but I didn't loose all my hair and it just thinned it out. However, at that point, I had lost around 60 pounds and I would rather have the weight gone than the head of hair. So, at that point in time - it didn't matter. By the way - it grows back so that is no big deal. And you still will have hair - it is not as if your getting chemo.
3. sick afterwards - if you cheat - you will get sick. If you do what they tell you to do - then you will not get sick. Try to eat a candybar.... yeah you will get sick... but it is just your body making sure that you stick to the plan. I look it as this... I can't cheat because my body will not allow me. So, in that regards I have the best weight loss coach around... me.
4. Your face will not drop, however you will notice bones in your face that you didn't see before. I think the biggest issue is sagging skin. However.... if your wearing clothes - no one will see.... but if your pole dancing... well - yeah they will notice... LOL
People have asked me - will I do it again.... my response is - YES YES and YES. Wish I had done it sooner. Was not that big a deal (as in the actual surgery) having 2 kids c-section and a breast reduction was way worse than RYN Surgery.
Good Luck - and if you want to know more - you can check out my site and I have pictures too of my before and after.
Kendall
1. I look 6 years younger than I did before. That is a plus.. I am 41 now.
2. I did loose some hair around the 6 month mark - but I didn't loose all my hair and it just thinned it out. However, at that point, I had lost around 60 pounds and I would rather have the weight gone than the head of hair. So, at that point in time - it didn't matter. By the way - it grows back so that is no big deal. And you still will have hair - it is not as if your getting chemo.
3. sick afterwards - if you cheat - you will get sick. If you do what they tell you to do - then you will not get sick. Try to eat a candybar.... yeah you will get sick... but it is just your body making sure that you stick to the plan. I look it as this... I can't cheat because my body will not allow me. So, in that regards I have the best weight loss coach around... me.
4. Your face will not drop, however you will notice bones in your face that you didn't see before. I think the biggest issue is sagging skin. However.... if your wearing clothes - no one will see.... but if your pole dancing... well - yeah they will notice... LOL
People have asked me - will I do it again.... my response is - YES YES and YES. Wish I had done it sooner. Was not that big a deal (as in the actual surgery) having 2 kids c-section and a breast reduction was way worse than RYN Surgery.
Good Luck - and if you want to know more - you can check out my site and I have pictures too of my before and after.
Kendall
Topic: RE: Surgery scheduled for Sept 29, 2008. Nervous, but excited
Yep, me too! 8:00am!! I'm supposed to do a 1 week liquid diet prior to surgery. You got the better end of that deal!! Very cool about the weight loss. I have about that much to lose too.
Topic: RE: Surgery scheduled for Sept 29, 2008. Nervous, but excited
Hey!!! Nice to meet you and it's cool that we have the same date. I'm from Longview, so I know Tyler well. I hope everything goes great for you too! Keep in touch!!
Topic: RE: Surgery scheduled for Sept 29, 2008. Nervous, but excited
Hi,
I had my appointment with my surgeon yesterday for my pre-op. I'm to be at the hosptial at 8:00 a.m. Sept.29th!!!!! Now that I've got a time and everything it's so exciting. I have to do a 2 day liquid diet prior to the surgery. At the weigh in yesterday, I had lost 10 lbs since I started this 6 months ago. Only 89 to go.....yikes
The count down is on.
I had my appointment with my surgeon yesterday for my pre-op. I'm to be at the hosptial at 8:00 a.m. Sept.29th!!!!! Now that I've got a time and everything it's so exciting. I have to do a 2 day liquid diet prior to the surgery. At the weigh in yesterday, I had lost 10 lbs since I started this 6 months ago. Only 89 to go.....yikes
The count down is on. Jackie
Topic: RE: Surgery scheduled for Sept 29, 2008. Nervous, but excited
Hey Renee! I am having RNY on 9-29 also and I'm just a skip away from you in Tyler, Tx. The nerves haven't hit me yet for some unknown reason! I have my pre op this Friday so I'm sure they'll kick in then! Anyway, I hope everything goes great for you!
Topic: RE: Hard Time with Restricted Diet
Hey, I'll be there with you soon. I start my liquid diet this Sat.! We'll get through it together!
Topic: RE: Hard Time with Restricted Diet
Yo Yankee,
I'm on a protein liquid diet also...my surgery is scheduled for 9/30. I started my diet on Tuesday and I've survived the cravings by staying out of the house (visiting relatives, working, doctor's appt) from morning till night. I am sick of protein drinks...some are tasty but others are terrible...I went to 4 different stores to get a variety to see which ones were the best. Which ones are you drinking? I was also told I could have sugar free popsicles and sf jello, which helps. Maybe we can do this together.....
I'm on a protein liquid diet also...my surgery is scheduled for 9/30. I started my diet on Tuesday and I've survived the cravings by staying out of the house (visiting relatives, working, doctor's appt) from morning till night. I am sick of protein drinks...some are tasty but others are terrible...I went to 4 different stores to get a variety to see which ones were the best. Which ones are you drinking? I was also told I could have sugar free popsicles and sf jello, which helps. Maybe we can do this together.....
Topic: RE: I'm finally home..again.
WOW!!!! You certainly had a difficult road. I work with a girl who had a similar experience and had to be operated on a second time. She said it was a blip in her recovery, and I hope that is the same for you. I'll be reading how you are doing...my surgery is scheduled for 9/30, so I am very interested in the recovery process.
Most Active
Recent Topics
