Megan M.
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
How much sugar can cause a dumping reaction? - Early out, on two occasions I was baking and had a mindless taste of what I was making - some oatmeal crust for a date square, and a lick of batter for my grandson's birthday cupca...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Is it normal to have to revert to pureed foods - I'm 5 1/2 weeks out of surgery now, and am on minced foods. The last few days when I eat I sometimes get a terrible pouch pain. I think I'm taking small enough bites, and I think...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Muscle Enzyme Test - Does anyone know what a muscle enzyme test is for? I'll be having follow-up bloodwork in a few weeks, but doc wants muscle enzyme test as well. He was rushing out the door so fas...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Just had my first real meal!! - Even though I started having baby meat a few days ago, today I officially graduated to pureed foods. My marvellous amateur chef son made me my own little burger patty, fresh carro...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Just back from a trip to the States - Hubby and I had a little vacation - went to Duluth to meet with friends who were on their last few days of their yearly motorcycle trip. Had a nice time. Walked so much and was e...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Is anyone having trouble getting onto Fitday.com - I've been trying since this morning, and the site won't open for me.
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Is this OK to drink? - Mott's Garden Cocktail, low sodium.
50 cals per cup
0.2 ft
140 mg sodium
740 mg potassium
11g carb
2g fiber
8g sugar
2g protein
I really love clamato, but the sugars i...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Monday Morning Weigh-In - Looks like I'm first this morning.
Last week 240
This week 238
Down 35 total
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Tracking Food Intake - Just wondering if I should be tracking anything in my food diary, i.e. how much protein, carbs, cals, etc. Of should I just worry about qty (i.e. 1/4 cup total, 1/2 cup, etc.)?
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
I know this is normal but it's still difficult - So here I am 2 weeks post-op, and the scale hasn't moved in 4 days. I've seen others post about this, but let me tell you, when it happens you realize just how frustrating it is. ...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Probably normal, but . . . - I am 2 weeks out today - you know, I just don't feel like taking anything in. Pouchy seems to be a little sensitive, like it's full, kind of achy, but I haven't had anything much,...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Sugar-Free Items from US - Could someone please direct me to the list of items to look for in the U.S.? I know it's here somewhere, but I'm having trouble finding it. Lots of reviews of individual products...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
NSV's come early! - I'm only down 27 lbs, but decided to clean out my drawers. Have already started a blue bag for Diabetes - some things are too big, and the tight things are now wearable. It's a w...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Do you need a good fire starter?? - Had a little fun last night. Was at a friend's place on the lake and had a bonfire. I had some leftover optifast, so we had a ceremonial burning of the optifast. I told those la...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Had my one-week checkup - Saw the nurse practitioner this afternoon - I was worried about my blood pressure b/c I was not put back on my meds after surgery. All's well - it's high normal right now, but tha...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
I am finally back at home!! - I wanted to kiss Thunder Bay when we arrived - I am so glad to be home. Thanks so much for all the well-wishes on my last post from the Crowne Plaza. As I said then, I am so impr...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Hi everyone - I'm out of the hospital - Hello to all my buddies - I've missed you all. I am out of the hospital and resting at the Crowne Plaza. Will give you a reader's digest version of the last few days, then post m...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Well, I'm off everyone! - Bags are packed, everything is ready, I hope! We leave on the 6:20 flight tomorrow for Toronto, then on to Hamilton for Friday's big event. My angel, Mary A., will let you know h...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Does this sound decent for opti loss? - I've got 2 days of opti left, and so far I've lost 14 pounds. Does that sound reasonable? I guess any loss is reasonable, but with only 2 days left, just wondering if I'm doing o...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Where exactly do I go for pre-op at St. Joe's Hami - I really don't know where I'm supposed to go!!
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
St. Joe's Hamilton on July 22 - Is anyone else going to be at St. Joe's for surgery on July 22?
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Pearson to Hamilton - What options do I have to get from Pearson to Hamilton. We will rent a car in Hamilton for the few days before surgery, so want to get there as economically as possible. Thanks f...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
TMI - Optitrots bathroom question - So I'm on day 5 of Opti, and have had the optitrots (perhaps it should be opti-rots!) for a couple of days now. What I'm wondering is exactly what is coming out of me? Is this fi...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
So maybe opti's a little more challenging than I t - Just finished day 2 - still alive, but had a real bout of nausea before I was preparing my last shake for today. Had to hang over the bathroom sink b/c I thought I was going to le...
Megan M. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 8 months ago
Just had my first Opti, and it didn't kill me!! - I had vanilla, and it really wasn't too bad. Not as sweet as I was expecting. Lunch will be chocolate, then I'll try choc/van together.