postop and not off to a good start
So I had my surgery december 5th of last year. I am finding it is way harder to eat because of course i could tolerate different things before surgery. Im learning how to eat healthy now but im really not ewting to healthy. One day i will have something healthly like eggs witj some cheese and two days later the thought of eating it again makes me sick. This happens with everything i eat so im running out of options. I know i should just push through it but i really just get sick thinking about it. I dont take my vitamins often because its four of them and they are gross. My calcium chees im good with. I got a wls cook book but i dont like any fish never have and there were alot of fish recipes. I try to get my protein drink in but im not sucesful in that either they all smell and taste the same gross. I guess what im saying is this journey is really hard and i need advice from those of u who have been there. I want to be healthy but i know im not heading in the right direction.
For My Roses Forever and Always
Reposting from message I got from Kathy. (HUGS) and good luck.
THERE'S NO CRYING IN BASEBALL!!!
We live in a spoiled society, expecting everything in life to come with a buncha really cool choices. Well, guess what? When it comes to your health, you're not always going to get a choice. You either DO IT and stay healthy, or you DON'T and your body pays the price.
The way I saw it, I had a 90 day healing and adjusting period after surgery. My 'super morbidly obese' body had more than enough stores to survive the learning curve. In turn, it gave me plenty of time to heal, adjust and learn. For those of you OVER 90 days Post-Op, the probation period is over - its time to get serious and LIVE what you've learned.
* You say you can't get in enough liquids throughout the day, don't like the taste of water, or just keep forgetting? -- TOUGH! It's not an option anymore. Find a way to do it, get suggestions and tips from others in support groups, message boards, etc. Read, learn and JUST DO IT!! Why do you think there is a choice here?
* You say you don't like the big horse pill type vitamins, or the tart chalky chewables? ... it's just too many to bother with? Or maybe you just can't remember to take them? -- TOUGH! You gave up the option NOT to take vitamins when you agreed to have your insides rerouted. FIND a way to get them in; crushed, minced, chopped, liquified, in a shake, etc. No exceptions, your health depends on it.
* Protein is a must. So you can't get it all in via foods and you don't like the way the shakes taste? -- TOUGH! Either get it through your meals (and there are a gazillion food choices out there) or supplement it with protein shakes and bars.
Trust me, I don't drink my protein shake every morning because I think it tastes like a chocolate blizzard from Dairy Queen. I've tried many varieties over the last 2 years. I'd even venture to say 25 of the top sellers/flavors have crossed my lips. For the record? I've yet to find one that is as 'delicious' as boasted by the distributor. So what. I still drink one every morning. My HEALTH dictates that I need "X" grams of protein per day. If I'm not getting enough from my meals then I supplement a shake. 'Nuff said.
This surgery is a gift, I owe it to me and everyone else fighting the approval process, to do it right! I will continue to choke down my vitamins, my water and my protein every single day, for the REST OF MY LIFE. Some days will be easier than others, regardless, no days will be missed.
It's all about discipline. Create a routine, set a timer, develop a pattern, tie a string around your finger, glue a note on your forehead, whatever it takes.
You're an adult - take responsibility! If this surgery doesn't slap a back bone into you, not much will.
THERE'S NO CRYING IN BASEBALL!!!
By: Leilani
That's the sentiment (scenario) that comes to mind sometimes when I hear some of the comments from people who've already had the surgery. In case you haven't made the connection, that's a line Tom Hanks made famous in the movie "A League Of Their Own." Resorting to tears or just giving up every time the going gets tough. Or your sick of taking vitamins, getting in protein is hard, water doesn't taste good, etc. That kinda' thinking is NOT going to make you successful or keep you healthy. ENOUGH already! It's time to LOVE yourself enough to get "TOUGH" wtih your aftercare. Your longterm health is worth it!!
Success comes with a backbone, NOT a wishbone!
First and foremost, you have to keep it POSITIVE. As with everything in life, if you think you can't - you WON'T! Simple enough?
I have to wonder when "we" (as adults) finally take ownershipfor our actions, our life and our health? We have been given a gift, a second chance to actually LIVE life again instead of merely existing on the sidelines. It's up to each of us to do that as healthy and productively as possible.
We live in a spoiled society, expecting everything in life to come with a buncha really cool choices. Well, guess what? When it comes to your health, you're not always going to get a choice. You either DO IT and stay healthy, or you DON'T and your body pays the price.
The way I saw it, I had a 90 day healing and adjusting period after surgery. My 'super morbidly obese' body had more than enough stores to survive the learning curve. In turn, it gave me plenty of time to heal, adjust and learn. For those of you OVER 90 days Post-Op, the probation period is over - its time to get serious and LIVE what you've learned.
* You say you can't get in enough liquids throughout the day, don't like the taste of water, or just keep forgetting? -- TOUGH! It's not an option anymore. Find a way to do it, get suggestions and tips from others in support groups, message boards, etc. Read, learn and JUST DO IT!! Why do you think there is a choice here?
* You say you don't like the big horse pill type vitamins, or the tart chalky chewables? ... it's just too many to bother with? Or maybe you just can't remember to take them? -- TOUGH! You gave up the option NOT to take vitamins when you agreed to have your insides rerouted. FIND a way to get them in; crushed, minced, chopped, liquified, in a shake, etc. No exceptions, your health depends on it.
* Protein is a must. So you can't get it all in via foods and you don't like the way the shakes taste? -- TOUGH! Either get it through your meals (and there are a gazillion food choices out there) or supplement it with protein shakes and bars.
Trust me, I don't drink my protein shake every morning because I think it tastes like a chocolate blizzard from Dairy Queen. I've tried many varieties over the last 2 years. I'd even venture to say 25 of the top sellers/flavors have crossed my lips. For the record? I've yet to find one that is as 'delicious' as boasted by the distributor. So what. I still drink one every morning. My HEALTH dictates that I need "X" grams of protein per day. If I'm not getting enough from my meals then I supplement a shake. 'Nuff said.
This surgery is a gift, I owe it to me and everyone else fighting the approval process, to do it right! I will continue to choke down my vitamins, my water and my protein every single day, for the REST OF MY LIFE. Some days will be easier than others, regardless, no days will be missed.
It's all about discipline. Create a routine, set a timer, develop a pattern, tie a string around your finger, glue a note on your forehead, whatever it takes.
You're an adult - take responsibility! If this surgery doesn't slap a back bone into you, not much will.
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
Believe me... most people need to push themselves first few days, weeks and months...and years... Maintenance is harder that I thought it would be.
Maybe you will be the lucky one... but most of us do get nausea, "hate to eat"- feeling, "do not want to eat" - feeling, "if I have to drink one more protein shake I will scream" - feeling... But those of us who are successful - do that all the time - push ourselves. Over and over ...and over... but at the end - it is worth it.
I am almost 4 years post op... and there are days that I have to remind myself why I had the WLS and what I need to do to be healthy. And still hate those days... but.... I am responsible for my own life and well being.
Good luck... and remember "whatever works" to make sure you get the proteins and water in. And vitamins.
Maybe you will be the lucky one... but most of us do get nausea, "hate to eat"- feeling, "do not want to eat" - feeling, "if I have to drink one more protein shake I will scream" - feeling... But those of us who are successful - do that all the time - push ourselves. Over and over ...and over... but at the end - it is worth it.
I am almost 4 years post op... and there are days that I have to remind myself why I had the WLS and what I need to do to be healthy. And still hate those days... but.... I am responsible for my own life and well being.
Good luck... and remember "whatever works" to make sure you get the proteins and water in. And vitamins.
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
If I am reading this correctly it isn't that you can't eat healthy and take your vitamins, but you don't like to do that. I don't do fish either, but there are lots of healthy recipes out there that don't involve fish. Check out bariatric foodie.Nik has lots of great recipes. You can also find samples of protein drinks. Try them out until you find one you like. Or at least one you tolerate. Again, Nik has lots of protein recipes on her website. I also drink mine from a water bottle to cover up the taste. Buy a pill holder or set an alarm or what ever helps you take your vitamins. That really isn't a choice. You might find you like some brands better than others.
You have to keep trying, it's a going forward committment to yourself and healthy living.
Not uncommon to feel nauseated early out; if a certain food doesn't work today give it a few weeks and try again. Eggs are hard for many new post-ops.
Have you tried yogurt, cottage cheese, ham and cheese rollups? What foods are you allowed right now, we can possibly give you other suggestions?
I dealt with lots of nasuea early out, no vomiting. Hot peppermint tea was my go-to when I felt nauea it really did settle my stomach. My understanding is ginger works for many having nausea also.
Good luck! Hang in there it'll get better as you get further out.
Not uncommon to feel nauseated early out; if a certain food doesn't work today give it a few weeks and try again. Eggs are hard for many new post-ops.
Have you tried yogurt, cottage cheese, ham and cheese rollups? What foods are you allowed right now, we can possibly give you other suggestions?
I dealt with lots of nasuea early out, no vomiting. Hot peppermint tea was my go-to when I felt nauea it really did settle my stomach. My understanding is ginger works for many having nausea also.
Good luck! Hang in there it'll get better as you get further out.
Proximal RNY Lap - 02/21/05
9 years committed ~ 100% EWL and Maintaining
www.dazzlinglashesandbeyond.com
Okay, I just looked at your Blog here and it says, " I want to do things with my kids." If you can't do this for yourself, then do it for them. They will learn from your example, so get on board and become a winner. Start my making an appointment with a dietitian, and another appointment with a therapist because this might be a more complex problem. Put the fish cookbook away, and go to "http://bariatricfoodie.blogspot.com/" and http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/" you'll find loads of good recipes at both places. Now take a good look at your kids, and try to remember why your health and decisions are so important to them and you and begin doing the right thing.
I Sincerely Hope you Can Pull it Together for Yourself and Your Family.
Kat
I Sincerely Hope you Can Pull it Together for Yourself and Your Family.
Kat
I can echo a lot of what others have said but I just want to add some. I'm a vegetarian and I
don't eat fish either. I've been finding more and more creative ways to get my protien in. I've
also tried 6 different brands and flavors of shakes before I found one that I liked.
It's helpful to know what stage diet you at to offer suggestions, I'm guessin at 6 weeks maybe
soft mechanical food? If you do dairy you have tons of options. Low fat cheeses were my saviors in that phase. I also ate lots of greek yogurt and cottage cheese, of course with additions sometimes it was applesauce sometimes it was sugar free cheesecake pudding
mix. The point is I mixed things up to not get bored. I wll admit for the longest time I ate
cream of wheat at breakfast with a yogur chaser...LOL. At 6 weeks out I was also only allowed
small amounts like 2 ounces of protien and 1 ounce of a starch and a vegetable or fruit.
That's not a lot of food so I became creative.
I wish you luck with your WLS journey and am hoping this is just a bump in the road for you,.
don't eat fish either. I've been finding more and more creative ways to get my protien in. I've
also tried 6 different brands and flavors of shakes before I found one that I liked.
It's helpful to know what stage diet you at to offer suggestions, I'm guessin at 6 weeks maybe
soft mechanical food? If you do dairy you have tons of options. Low fat cheeses were my saviors in that phase. I also ate lots of greek yogurt and cottage cheese, of course with additions sometimes it was applesauce sometimes it was sugar free cheesecake pudding
mix. The point is I mixed things up to not get bored. I wll admit for the longest time I ate
cream of wheat at breakfast with a yogur chaser...LOL. At 6 weeks out I was also only allowed
small amounts like 2 ounces of protien and 1 ounce of a starch and a vegetable or fruit.
That's not a lot of food so I became creative.
I wish you luck with your WLS journey and am hoping this is just a bump in the road for you,.
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