This is so inspirational, thank you for posting it. I cried when I read it because it descibes so well the way I have been living for the last 15 years.. I...
Hello, I had the DS surgery with Dr. Gonzales in July 2003, and have lost 200 pounds. I still would like to loose another 60 pounds, but have maintained for...
Sheila, you may want to be more specific in your paper. A BPD DS is not a gastric bypass and therefore the eating habits and requirements of that population...
Hello Everyone, Before my laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery, I couldn't stand oatmeal or yogurt. I tried them a long time ago and would vomit just thinking...
Go to Vitalady.com, she has tons of protein drinks that will help you greatly with your protein intake. My favorite is called Fuzzy Naval Nectar - it is...
I second the oatmeal thing...if you do eat it I would do it only rarely and primarily as a means to test pouch size (if you are having problems losing weight)....
Thank you! I went to vitalady.com and ordered some protein bars and every sample of the nectar drinks that I saw...including the fuzzy naval nectar. I will...
Cottage cheese is another item on my presurgery YUCK list. I couldn't stand it then and I KNOW I can't even stand to look at it now. (smile) ... rarely and...
Hello Everyone, This is my issue. I know I should not weigh myself every day but I do. It seems like I have gained and lost the same two pounds this entire...
Some programs list some silly things on there "to eat" list - oatmeal is just carb loaded, to soft, and not such a great choice. Since you don't like it I...
I've weighed myself nearly every day for the last five years. I want to know what my weight is, not obsess about it, but be aware. I got up to my high weight...
Tomorrow I go to Dr. Clark for my 2 week post op visit. According to my scale, I lost 20 pounds so far. Hopefully more, lol. I will keep you all updated! ...
Tomorrow I go to Dr. Clark for my 2 week post op visit. According to my scale, I lost 20 pounds so far. Hopefully more, lol. I will keep you all updated! ...
I had a love hate relation ship with the scale for a while then I decided that I would weigh myself twice a week and stick to those two days! I have been doing...
Hello Everyone, Well I spoke with the dietician today. She confirmed that I am supposed to get in 90 grams of protein a day. My calorie intake should be from...
Your right about veggies not having protein BUT they do have fiber and boy does that count for something. They are also very bulky (except for lettuces) and...
Good afternoon, I tried to write once but I think I sent it wrong. I am sorry if you get this twice. My name is Linda. I had gastric bypass on May 3, 2005....
Welcome Linda. It is great to hear from you and read your story. What an inspiration to us all!! Continue your healthy lifestyle. It sounds like you are a...
After reading what I wrote, I have a correction. My Surgery was August 3, 2005. I don't know what I was thinking other than our son is getting married May 4th...
Linda, My name is Terry Anderson and I had surgery on July 7, 2007. To date I have lost 230lbs. Congratulations on your success, and keep up the good work....
Actually, Terry's surgery was July 7, 2005. Not 2007 as you can imagine. Terry and I walk/run regularly and exercise at Sentara Health and Fitness Center....
http://www.nutritiondata.com/ You put the name of the food you want to see the nutrient information in the search bar and hit enter. OFFFFF you go! Jon...
http://video.google.com/videoplay? docid=9172966563114128264&q=gastric&hl=en NOTE: Steps and information will vary from what NSG has given. But for the most...
Jennifer, Before I moved, I walked almost every day at Sentara. I would walk to the two mile mark and turn around. I really miss the trail. I would take...
Hey Everyone. Sentara Hampton Health & Fitness Center is putting together a program for gastric bypass and lap-band patients. No matter how far out you are or...
It sounds very interesting. I used to be a member of the center and loved it. I wish I could be a member again sadly it is just too expensive. Now that I am...
Thanks for bringing up that point. We will plan to make the the program available to members and non-members of SHHFC. I forgot to mention that. Jennifer...
Hello, I have a question. When are carbs good? I know that Protein is always good, but what is the maximum intake of Carbs? I am working out alot now at the...
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