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The main thing I got from this is that you an ulcer and VSG is contradicted in people with acid reflux. So, I'd be 100% sure that's not the reason you have an ulcer before scheduling the surgery. I personally think that many of the places in Mexico to have surgery are too lenient on their requirements.
VSG: 1/17/17
5'7" HW: 283 SW: 229 CW: 135-140 GW: 145
Pre-op: 53 M1: 22 M2: 12 M3: 12 M4: 8 M5: 10 M6: 11 M7: 5 M8: 6 M9-M13: 15-ish
LBL/BL w/ Fat Transfer 1/29/18
B: Green smoothie (spinach/kale/banana/blackberry) with Unjury protein powder & coconu****er
S: Nuts and/or plain Greek yogurt
L: TBD
S: Premier Protein
D: TBD
Miles: Long long walk with the dog as it may rain tomorrow
I lost 35 lbs pre-surgery and 50 lbs post-surgery. My surgery goals were to be able to maintain weight loss long term and to resolve a variety of health issues (i.e. GERD, asthma, arthritis, migraines, high cholesterol, chronic pain, and sleep challenges). My health is so much better now; all areas are improved! But now the real work begins, maintenance mode. I hope you're right that my body will reach it's own set point, SOON. I will make sure that if I up my calories it is done healthily.
Thanks so much for your input and wisdom Roz!!!! And for all you do for this forum!
WOW...I can't honestly answer your question. I know with my insurance I had to have a 40 or above to have my surgery done in the states. I don't know what the requirements are in Mexico when you are self pay.
They might be able to help you on the Mexico Board. Go to Forums and look for the:
Bariatric Surgery Forums
You are always welcome to post on our Lightweight Board also!!!!
Roz
God is walking with me every step of the way. Because of HIM this is possible!!
RNY 10/15/2008 9+ Years!!! Height: 4' 11" HW: 203 SW: 197 CW: 119 on Maintenance
WARNING TO SELF AND TO ANYONE WHO WILL LISTEN!!! AVOID 'BAD' CARBS AT ALL COSTS!!! THEY ARE ADDICTING!! THEY WILL SLOW DOWN YOUR WEIGHT LOSS DURING THE LOSING STAGE (and you won't even notice)!! THEY WILL MAKE THE SCALE GO UP AFTER THE HONEYMOON PERIOD IS OVER.
Success in Maintenance starts with GOOD CHOICES during the Honeymoon Period.
I feel I need to repeat this: I am a FIRM believer in Good Whey Protein Drinks!!!!! It is sooooo much harder to do Maintenance without them!
Morning LW's!!!! So Glad it's Saturday and other than trimming my MANY rose bushes and changing my bathroom from summer to fall I don't have anything else planned.
Protein: Matrix Mint Cookie 35g
Breakfast: a WHOLE Croissant with a fried egg....STUPID!!!
Lunch:
Snack:
Protein: Matrix Mint Cookie 35g
Snack:
Dinner:
Snack:
Roz
God is walking with me every step of the way. Because of HIM this is possible!!
RNY 10/15/2008 9+ Years!!! Height: 4' 11" HW: 203 SW: 197 CW: 119 on Maintenance
Menu sounds great!! If you do decide to increase your calories only do it with protein. Do not had in "Bad" Carbs!!!
It sounds like you have done an Awesome job!!! How much did you loose to be at a normal BMI in 5 months?
I had a "full" RNY and just from my experience and reading other posters stories I regret trying to stop myself when I felt (and everyone told me) I was getting too thin. Even though I never felt hungry and I was completely satisfied with what I was eating I increased my calories so I would stop losing. Your body should know when to stop!! It should maintain the weight you lost and then start evening off (around +15 pounds). You should naturally start gaining weight until your body settles at your "lifetime" weight. If you try to stop losing weight by increasing your calories you will eventually gain the 15 plus more.
Roz
God is walking with me every step of the way. Because of HIM this is possible!!
RNY 10/15/2008 9+ Years!!! Height: 4' 11" HW: 203 SW: 197 CW: 119 on Maintenance
My DH made me a fried egg on a croissant this morning and the last bite I took wouldn't go down. It was stuck and I was miserable!! I will be 9 years out next month and I've protected my pouch by not over eating and it still works when I do something STUPID......YEAH!!!
My over eating sign is hiccuping and as soon as I got the last piece taken care of the hiccups started.
Am I upset....NO!!! I'm mad at myself....I know better!!!!! "BUT" I'm thrilled that my tool is still working after all of these years!!!
As miserable as I was I think I need a reminder every once in awhile!
Roz
God is walking with me every step of the way. Because of HIM this is possible!!
RNY 10/15/2008 9+ Years!!! Height: 4' 11" HW: 203 SW: 197 CW: 119 on Maintenance
23 weeks post-MGB
Snack: Premier Protein - Strawberry
Breakfast: 1 egg with cheese & 1/2 piece of bacon
Lunch: 1/2 ham & cheese sandwich, open face; fruit
Snack: Nuts and another Premier Protein
Dinner: TBD
Miles: Will walk the dog a few times today and walk to the store later; approx 2-3 miles
I'm below my goal weight and want to stop losing weight. My BMI is currently 19.8. I don't know the best way to do this as I'm consuming more than I used to. One thought is to get my RMR done in case I need to be eating a lot more calories each day. Has anyone else dealt with this?
Love Love Love Banana Bread!!! I've been wanting a piece so bad!!! Some day I'm going to break down and buy/make some. Even been thinking of asking DH if we could go to one of the local restaurant because they have it on their buffet. I'm sure there's eggs for Protein in it.....
Sounds Good!!
Roz
God is walking with me every step of the way. Because of HIM this is possible!!
RNY 10/15/2008 9+ Years!!! Height: 4' 11" HW: 203 SW: 197 CW: 119 on Maintenance
