POSTED UNDER Gastric Sleeve Surgery Reviews
Sleeved 10/26/2015 down 90lbs
UPDATED FROM lifeisgoingtogetbetter
3 Month Check Up
lifeisgoingtogetbetterFebruary 10, 2016
$3,000
I had my 3 month check up yesterday. My surgeon was very happy with me. I've lost 70 lbs in 3 months. I went from 320 lbs to 250 lbs. I need to work on not snacking in between meals and no drinking during meals also my vitamin D levels were a little bit low. I can definitely tell a huge difference and people are starting to notice the loss. I'm losing all my weight from my belly. My boobs aren't getting any smaller and the doctor noticed that as well. He said that it's a really good thing that I'm losing from my belly. However I will have excess there. :( Which I didn't want to hear. My weight loss has definitely slowed down. I hope to be in the "onderland" by 8 months post op. I exercise every other day. I'm drinking a premier protein shake for breakfast daily, a protein yogurt for lunch, and chicken or salmon for dinner. I have, sadly, discovered my slider foods. I just have to keep reminding myself that this a journey and it doesn't happen overnight. Until next time.
UPDATED FROM lifeisgoingtogetbetter
Before surgery and 1 month post op
lifeisgoingtogetbetterDecember 7, 2015
As you can see I've definitely lost some weight!
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December 7, 2015
Yep, yep!! And it will keep on coming off as long as you commit to the lifestyle change! Proper diet and portion sizes, and exercise!! =) Good luck to you!!
UPDATED FROM lifeisgoingtogetbetter
A couple days past my 1 month anniversary date :)
lifeisgoingtogetbetterDecember 3, 2015
I know it's been a little bit since I've posted. I've been busy with work, home and the holidays. I now weigh 278 lbs I've been at that weight for about a week or so now. I'm not weighing myself everyday, I weigh myself about once a week. I walk about an hour everyday and I'm going to get a gym membership so I can do more. I'm still having some issues with not snacking, and knowing when I'm full. I haven't thrown up, not even once since the surgery but there have been times where I was close. I've also learned that I no longer like eggs or coffee. I've been able to eat pretty much what I have wanted. I just have to remember to chew my food thoroughly. I have to remember to eat as well. I often forget to eat throughout the day and when I get home I'm quite famished. If I drink water to quickly that makes me want to be sick but it passes with time. Remember sip, sip, sip. I will admit I'm absolutely terrible at keeping track of everything. Meaning I don't count how much water I drink or how much protein I get in. I know I really need to. It's something I need to make an effort towards. I do make sure pretty much everything I take in is either sugar free or low sugar. My number one priority is protein. Before I eat something I see how much protein is in it. I'm trying to come up with a meal plan but I don't really have enough information as to what the best plan would be. I don't like protein shakes. I used to be able to tolerate them, now I despise them. I eat a protein bar for breakfast, lunch I usually have something small like SF pudding, mashed potatoes, and for dinner I have chicken, or salmon and a steamed vegetable. I never really eat the vegetables I'm usually full on the protein. That's about everything. I'll post some pictures here soon.
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December 3, 2015
Oooh, you're definitely not getting enough protein like that! A lack of protein and not enough water intake will slow down/stall your weight loss. Maybe you need to try a different brand of protein shake to help you get enough? Also, there are easy ways to track your water. A lot of people take an empty gallon jug and measure in water and draw ounce lines on the jug so they know how much they've had so far. I've found it amazingly helpful to have the MyHydrate water bottle. Every eight ounces I drink, it lights up one light, and when I've had 64 ounces in a day, all the lights will be lit. If it's been more than an hour since I drank, it will beep at me to remind me to drink. It's on the pricey side, but has been worth it for me. I think once you make sure you're getting enough protein and water, you'll find the weight goes off quicker. If you're not lactose intolerant, I recommend the Oikos Triple Zero Greek yogurts. They have 15g of protein, which is a huge help in getting the protein in. Good luck to you!
December 5, 2015
Thank you! I'm going to look into that water bottle. I'm purchasing unflavored protein powder. I just really didn't understand the whole protein part. I've got a better understanding now! Thank you!
December 5, 2015
Congratulations on your one month anniversary!
I'm now at closing in on my three month anniversary. It's almost been two weeks since I had my gallbladder out, which is common from wright loss surgery. I've found if I don't eat enough protein I don't lose weight. Protein and water seem to be the key to success. I'm not down 33 pounds. It's been slowly coming off.
My bariatric office has a protein powder that is flavorless. I wasn't sure if that would help you.
Good luck!
I'm now at closing in on my three month anniversary. It's almost been two weeks since I had my gallbladder out, which is common from wright loss surgery. I've found if I don't eat enough protein I don't lose weight. Protein and water seem to be the key to success. I'm not down 33 pounds. It's been slowly coming off.
My bariatric office has a protein powder that is flavorless. I wasn't sure if that would help you.
Good luck!
December 5, 2015
Congratulations to you as well!! I'm going to go purchase a unflavored protein powder to sprinkle and mix in everything!
February 11, 2016
You should stop snacking unless you are like starving go for some fruits, I noticed the times I snacked the scale wouldn't move, try different types of protein, like the ones ready to drink that you can buy at the supermarket. Potatoes are a no no unless it's sweet potatoes, drink lots of water in between meals it helps maintain fullness and you won't even think about snaking. Also are you going to the bathroom regularly? That also could be stalling your weight. This is what I do I hope it helps.
February 11, 2016
Thank you for your response. I don't eat potatoes anymore, still trying not to snack it's harder than one might think. I started incorporating fiber supplement in to my diet. I do drink a protein shake every morning, premier protein shake it has 30g of protein. I also drink a cup of coffee which curbs my snacking habits. The scale is definitely moving slower but it's still moving.
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Thanks again,
Dustin
I will tell you it is hard going back to no snacking after I've found chips. However, I'm pushing through. Today is day 2 of no snacking, it's a bit easier but still difficult. I have faith in you. You can do this. Just take one day at a time. I've changed up my daily diet a little bit this week because I was on vacation last week and go into the habit of eating and drinking alcohol. What I'm doing is a protein shake for breakfast, lunch, and chicken for dinner. I haven't gained any weight but I need to get back on track and I believe this will help. Best of luck!
Stephanie