POSTED UNDER Gastric Sleeve Surgery Reviews
Turning 50 and Want To Be FIT!!!! - Mexico, MX
UPDATED FROM FreedomFifty
8 months post
A little over 7 months and loving life
FreedomFiftyNovember 7, 2016
$5,250
Hi all,
Well, I seem to be stuck at 126/127 lbs although my goal is 124. Having said that, I'm pretty darn happy. I think my body is letting me know this is its happy place! :) I still have my protein shake every morning. I never used to eat breakfast so this shake does wonders for me. I take my vitamins every day. Loving the gummy vitamins. Also, found a great liquid calcium. I can't eat everything that I used to eat but I don't miss the things that I can't eat. I think a big part of it comes down to the size of boogie they use on you during surgery. Mine was definitely one of the smaller boogies and that totally works for me. I don't eat carbs. The odd time I'll have a handful of popcorn or chips but I don't miss pasta or pizza or rice or bread or the things I really thought I'd miss. I don't drink coffee anymore or tea. Can't actually stands the taste of coffee now which again totally works for me. I drink lots of fluids. G2 Gatorade, protein shakes, V8 juice, etc. I eat all day! Literally, I EAT ALL DAY! I prepare my healthy, yummy food to take to work and I eat a couple of spoonfuls every 15 minutes or so. I'm never hungry during the day because of how I eat and I don't end up snacking on junk food. (Like i said i think the size of the boogie makes a difference.) By the time I get home for dinner I'm not even hungry. I love this new way of life. I love that I don't crave things like carbs or caffeine or carbonated drinks. It's different for everyone in that some people can eat and drink anything, but this totally works for me. :) It means I won't have to fight cravings later on. :)
HW - 190
CW - 127
Current Happiness - Ecstatic! :)
Well, I seem to be stuck at 126/127 lbs although my goal is 124. Having said that, I'm pretty darn happy. I think my body is letting me know this is its happy place! :) I still have my protein shake every morning. I never used to eat breakfast so this shake does wonders for me. I take my vitamins every day. Loving the gummy vitamins. Also, found a great liquid calcium. I can't eat everything that I used to eat but I don't miss the things that I can't eat. I think a big part of it comes down to the size of boogie they use on you during surgery. Mine was definitely one of the smaller boogies and that totally works for me. I don't eat carbs. The odd time I'll have a handful of popcorn or chips but I don't miss pasta or pizza or rice or bread or the things I really thought I'd miss. I don't drink coffee anymore or tea. Can't actually stands the taste of coffee now which again totally works for me. I drink lots of fluids. G2 Gatorade, protein shakes, V8 juice, etc. I eat all day! Literally, I EAT ALL DAY! I prepare my healthy, yummy food to take to work and I eat a couple of spoonfuls every 15 minutes or so. I'm never hungry during the day because of how I eat and I don't end up snacking on junk food. (Like i said i think the size of the boogie makes a difference.) By the time I get home for dinner I'm not even hungry. I love this new way of life. I love that I don't crave things like carbs or caffeine or carbonated drinks. It's different for everyone in that some people can eat and drink anything, but this totally works for me. :) It means I won't have to fight cravings later on. :)
HW - 190
CW - 127
Current Happiness - Ecstatic! :)
Replies (3)
March 22, 2017
Hey! It's been 12 months since your procedure. How are you doing now? We'd love to hear from you again :)
UPDATED FROM FreedomFifty
5 months post
5 months out
FreedomFiftyAugust 31, 2016
So, here's my deal. I got the single incision and i have to say life has been great. For anyone that has followed me you will know the first 24 hours after surgery was brutal for me. Coughing up blood every hour, high blood pressure, problems with the fluids going into my body, etc etc.
BUT, I am happy to say since that 24 hours I've had no problems. I am 5 months out and still have my protein shake every morning along with my essential vitamins. I eat lots of protein and vegetables throughout the day. i should be months away, and I mean months away, from my ideal weight, but because I've been a stickler with my surgeons recommended diet I am 5 pounds away from my goal weight.....in 5 months.
Let me repeat that...in 5 months I am 5lbs away from my goal weight. That's huge for me! And by huge I mean amazing.
So, here's my three tips I can possibly give you:
1) STICK WITH YOUR SURGEON'S DIET!
Many people have strayed and after the first 6 weeks I did a little too but when I saw the scale not moving, I got right back in the diet and the scale continued to drop! If you stray from the diet before the 6 weeks is up, you put yourself in jeopardy. Arrogance and food obsession are our weakest links.
2) The sleeve is ONLY a tool. While your stomach is much smaller now and you could eat crap like pizza, cake, ice cream, and in the moment you will continue to lose weight so you think is okay. Trust me, it's not! The point of the sleeve isn't to allow us to continue eating crap food. It's a tool to help us lose weight and find healthier alternatives to continue to lose weight, to exercise and to be healthy.
3) TAKE YOUR VITAMINS! Yes, they duck taking them daily but find ones that work for you. I have liquids and gummies because pills are hard to swallow. BUT HERE'S WHAT YOU WANT TO KNOW: Because I followed the surgeon's diet and because I still drink protein shakes and because I take all my required vitamins daily, I not only continue to lose weight BUT I DON'T HAVE HAIR LOSS! ????
Seriously, if you want to screw with hair loss and other deficiencies than continue to eat junk food. And don't get me wrong, there are others out there who do EVERYTHING right and still have issues, but at least lower your chances of this happening by STICKING TO THE DOCTORS PLAN! There's a reason they know what they're talking about.....ya know!?!
That's my advice! Take it or leave it! The surgeons have your back and they know what they're talking about.
We can easily question them or judge them or be arrogant and think we know better.....trust me....we don't!
And just to clarify, I'm talking about my experience with Dr. Fernando Garcia in Mexico. His team does not mess around. They know their stuff.
BUT, I am happy to say since that 24 hours I've had no problems. I am 5 months out and still have my protein shake every morning along with my essential vitamins. I eat lots of protein and vegetables throughout the day. i should be months away, and I mean months away, from my ideal weight, but because I've been a stickler with my surgeons recommended diet I am 5 pounds away from my goal weight.....in 5 months.
Let me repeat that...in 5 months I am 5lbs away from my goal weight. That's huge for me! And by huge I mean amazing.
So, here's my three tips I can possibly give you:
1) STICK WITH YOUR SURGEON'S DIET!
Many people have strayed and after the first 6 weeks I did a little too but when I saw the scale not moving, I got right back in the diet and the scale continued to drop! If you stray from the diet before the 6 weeks is up, you put yourself in jeopardy. Arrogance and food obsession are our weakest links.
2) The sleeve is ONLY a tool. While your stomach is much smaller now and you could eat crap like pizza, cake, ice cream, and in the moment you will continue to lose weight so you think is okay. Trust me, it's not! The point of the sleeve isn't to allow us to continue eating crap food. It's a tool to help us lose weight and find healthier alternatives to continue to lose weight, to exercise and to be healthy.
3) TAKE YOUR VITAMINS! Yes, they duck taking them daily but find ones that work for you. I have liquids and gummies because pills are hard to swallow. BUT HERE'S WHAT YOU WANT TO KNOW: Because I followed the surgeon's diet and because I still drink protein shakes and because I take all my required vitamins daily, I not only continue to lose weight BUT I DON'T HAVE HAIR LOSS! ????
Seriously, if you want to screw with hair loss and other deficiencies than continue to eat junk food. And don't get me wrong, there are others out there who do EVERYTHING right and still have issues, but at least lower your chances of this happening by STICKING TO THE DOCTORS PLAN! There's a reason they know what they're talking about.....ya know!?!
That's my advice! Take it or leave it! The surgeons have your back and they know what they're talking about.
We can easily question them or judge them or be arrogant and think we know better.....trust me....we don't!
And just to clarify, I'm talking about my experience with Dr. Fernando Garcia in Mexico. His team does not mess around. They know their stuff.
Replies (3)
September 1, 2016
Hi there! Wow what an amazing journey! Do u have problems with loose skin? I'm also going with dr Garcia and flying from here in NZ to San Diego in November and I've been worrying about loose skin :/ I weight 218 and plan to reach my goal weight in a year. A little loose skin is fine as long as it's not over the top. Thanks for sharing your journey I look forward to hearing from you :)
September 1, 2016
Hi there, congrats on your decision. I have very very little loose skin and it's in areas that o can minimize even more with free weights and workout machines. my upper arms and my inner thighs are the only place I have it and truthfully I'm the only one who really notices it. It's amazing to be able to wear a bikini. :)))
September 4, 2016
Thank you for your post I'm also going to him for the single incision.! Congratulations on your loss, your story is inspirational
September 23, 2016
Awe, Thank you! And congratulations on your decision. What date is your surgery? who is your surgeon may I ask?
September 22, 2016
Love your advice straight to the point and truthful! I met Dr. Garcia last week and I am scheduled for the sleeve next month. I am nervous as heck!
September 23, 2016
Hi there, first off, congratulations on your decision. I'm so excited for you. What are your stats may I ask? It is nerve wrecking at first but if you make sure you have everything you need at home before surgery you will be good. What date is your surgery? I will pray for you. So nice you got to meet Dr. Garcia beforehand. That's reassuring. ☺☺
September 26, 2016
Yes, I wanted to meet him face to face to reassure myself. I am 5'6 and Currently 230 lbs. I am scheduled fir Oct 8th, but I Will have to reschedule for Nov because of getting my kids taken care of.
September 26, 2016
That's a shame you have to reschedule but I totally understand. So your weight and height must mean you have a fairly low BMI. When I say low, I'm talking about the morbidity scale of low. Is your BMI in the low to mid 30's? You will just be beside yourself with how happy you will be making this decision, in my humble opinion. I'm really excited for you. Keep me posted. I'd love to follow your journey.
September 27, 2016
I have rescheduled for November, so it wasn't that bad. My BMI is around 36. The only real issue I have now is convincing my worrisome mother that this is the best option for me. I will do my best to keep you posted.
September 27, 2016
I can tell you that you are in good hands. Dr. Garcia and his team ate very capable. Be prepared for the fact that when you go into surgery you weigh less than when you come out of surgery. That's because of all the fluids they pump into you - pain meds, antibiotics and some sort of saline hydration drip. If you or your mother have ANY questions, please don't hesitate to ask. :)))
UPDATED FROM FreedomFifty
4 months post
Past my 3 month surgeversary
FreedomFiftyJuly 17, 2016
So, I haven't been on here lately but I recently received an email from my surgeons office congratulating me on my 3 month "surgeversary". So here's my stats:
HW - 190 lbs
Weight 1 week before surgery - 184
(started part of pre-op diet early)
Weight day of surgery - 176
CW at 3 month surgeversary - 138 lbs
So, in three months I've lost 52 pounds. I find that staggering and yet I'm ecstatic. I've followed the doctors diet, I've exercised and increased my exercise everyday. I'm now incorporating free weights and sit-ups. I'm now 13 pounds away from my final goal of 125 lbs. I'm so excited. I've kept up my vitamins as recommended which I think has helped a lot. My skin looks great. I've lost very little hair and I think a BIG part of that is the specific vitamins I am taking daily. I will keep them up for life as they are working wonders.
I hope this finds you all well. :))))
HW - 190 lbs
Weight 1 week before surgery - 184
(started part of pre-op diet early)
Weight day of surgery - 176
CW at 3 month surgeversary - 138 lbs
So, in three months I've lost 52 pounds. I find that staggering and yet I'm ecstatic. I've followed the doctors diet, I've exercised and increased my exercise everyday. I'm now incorporating free weights and sit-ups. I'm now 13 pounds away from my final goal of 125 lbs. I'm so excited. I've kept up my vitamins as recommended which I think has helped a lot. My skin looks great. I've lost very little hair and I think a BIG part of that is the specific vitamins I am taking daily. I will keep them up for life as they are working wonders.
I hope this finds you all well. :))))
Replies (2)
July 18, 2016
Hey! I just wanted to say a few things.
1. Great job! I've not had the surgery yet (end of 2016 for me), but I already know it's not easy!
2. Keep up your posts! You're an inspiration! I've read your story & it's got to be hard to do it on your own!! I look forward to reading more!
Take care!
Dee
1. Great job! I've not had the surgery yet (end of 2016 for me), but I already know it's not easy!
2. Keep up your posts! You're an inspiration! I've read your story & it's got to be hard to do it on your own!! I look forward to reading more!
Take care!
Dee
July 20, 2016
Hi Dee, thanks for your message. Congratulations on your decision to get sleeved. It was definitely the best decision I've ever made for myself. It was tough going it alone before the surgery and the first couple weeks after it but it's much better now. Thanks for your kind and encouraging words. Greatly appreciated. :) If you have any questions regarding the surgery I'm happy to answer whatever I can for you. :)
Have a great day!
Have a great day!
I would like to say that sometimes our bodies are not absorbing all the nutrients from the supplements. Also, certain supplements should not be taken at the same time to help aid in absorption. Please look at how you are taking your vitamins. Also, I use a vitamin patch & have had good luck with it.
I have not had a protein shake since 2 months post op & I get my protein in daily, it's a struggle but I get it in. I struggle more with getting my water in. But eating real food helps with our bodies adjusting & other thing that is needed that a protein shake just cannot Dorothea than help in losing weight fast. I'm not trying to be critical nor have I done everything perfect but just want to help from my experience & etc.