Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Vitamin deficits - What are the symptoms for a 6 week post-op DSer who may not be taking all of their vitamins -- more precisely, not so much?  Or not getting all of their protein?  I understand at t...

Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Regained weight - I am just one year out since my surgery and have about 20 lb more to go to my goal.  I will still be considered overweight, but not obese.  I can live with that - it's what I weigh...

Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Frequency of blood work - I've seen many people on here post that they get their blood work done every 3 months, sometimes 6 months.  If insurance doesn't pay for it that frequently, how do we monitor where...

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Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 3 months ago
which sweeteners are ok? - Can we eat agave nectar?  Or must we stay with the options like truvia, steevia, etc?  Is it possible to bake with these sweeteners and avoid that nasty aftertaste?  We can't us...

Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 5 months ago
VitaLady vitamins - I recently invested nearly $400 on the three month supply of VitaLady vitamins for DSers.  I'm already regretting it.  That is SOOOOO many pills to take!  Plus,  it seems the ro...

Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
VitaLady vs. other sources - I went on VitaLady's website to check the prices for the pre-packaged vitamins. WOW!  That's expensive, plus like 32 pills a day!  Why are her vitamins so much better than what ...

Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 6 months ago
Just a few things.... - I am two months post-op, and I've got a few questions:  1)  Constipation:  It's like passing bricks.  I have tried using a couple Colace per day and they didn't soften thing...

Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 7 months ago
Just not hungry - I am 3 weeks post op and am on soft foods, or foods that I have to chew, chew, chew.  However, I'm finding it very, very hard to want to eat.  I sometimes feel a little hungry, ...

Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Updated signature - How do I update my progress ticker?   I have created it and entered my start weight and my goal weight.  I've even gone in and entered my current weight, but it doesn't show up ...

Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Future diet - I'm 11 days post op so I'm still on liquids.  I have a couple questions about my future lifestyle diet:   1. Will I ever be able to eat mashed potatoes?  I love mashed potatoes....

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Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
Day 4 Post Op - Bloated but feel good - I had DS surgery on Tuesday 7/16.  The gas in my abdomen was uncomfortable and I couldn't have any liquids until I passed gas.  I did get water to coat my mouth but I was really...

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Nancy T. wrote a blog post 10 years, 8 months ago
Last "eating" day - Today is my last day to eat anything I want.  Tomorrow I do liquids and cleans my insides, then Tuesday is surgery day.  I walked in a store today and saw all the smaller sized ...

Nancy T. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 8 months ago
6 more days - I'm brand new on this forum.  I've been reading posts for a few months and can't wait for the 16th to get here.  However, I admit I am starting to feel a little nervous - Pre Bu...
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