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Post by OnMyWay2Thin on Jul 18, 2014 16:16:14 GMT -5
Hi Everyone,
Since you were all so incredibly helpful with my last question (thanks a million), I have another one. I'm getting in my water and 35 grams of protein. I'm also feeling better, but still taking the Roxicet, but much less as I'm now going 7-10 hours without. I remembered my vitamins were low in the hospital and calcium has always been low since the lapband.
My husband took me out today to the health store and with the help of the owner, we went with liquid Lifetime Calcium Magnesium Citrate. Each serving is 500 mg Calcium Citrate and 200 mg Magnesium Citrate. I can exchange it if I bought the wrong thing. Is this an acceptable calcium? On another note, I'll finish the chewable Bariatric Advantage High ADEK multi as many of you suggested then switch to separates. I also have a dissolvable B12 but think I would prefer the sublingual. Any suggestions on where to get this, possibly CVS? I appreciate all your advice.
On another note, being a newbie , here's a funny story. My DH bought me some wonderful egg drop soup. I expected it to be high in protein and ate about 8 ounces over time. It was delicious but then when I went to journal it I found out it only had 1 gram of protein which means I need to drink a protein drink ASAP. I guess this is part of the learning curve. It certainly was good, though!
Have a great Friday night,
Kelly
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Post by kyal on Jul 18, 2014 17:52:29 GMT -5
Hi Kelly,
Sounds like your doing all the right things so far. I looked back and saw your DS was less than two weeks ago? Girl your on fire in that case.
Being so new vitamins, calcium and protein aren't your top priority. Fluid is. Last thing you want is to get dehydrated and end up in the ER. If your able to get in all your water as well as vitamins and protein then more power to ya. You can probably count the egg drop soup as fluid more than protein but every little bit helps.
So long as the calcium is citrate or better your ok. I can't imagine what liquid calcium tastes like but maybe you can let is know? I personally use Vitacost bone booster which has a whole heap of other vitamins and trace elements essential for bone health in it. It contains a hydroxyapatite calcium which is more absorbable than calcium citrate but more expensive.
Vitacost, superior source, source naturals, twin labs and others make sublingual B12. I prefer to have a shot every couple of months. One less thing to remember to take.
The Bariatric a Advantage are fine to take as a multi vitamin but as you have been told your better off with separate capsules for the important stuff. If your levels were low before surgery or in hospital then you should look into getting the Biotech brand for A and D at a minimum as soon as you can tolerate capsules. It's not usually necessary to start vitamins until 2-4 weeks after surgery but if your already getting them in go for your life.
Have you started to melt away yet? The initial weight loss can be mind blowing in the beginning for some.
Your doing good. Keep asking questions and you'll be on the right track.
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Post by goodkel on Jul 18, 2014 21:08:54 GMT -5
Hi Everyone, Since you were all so incredibly helpful with my last question (thanks a million), I have another one. I'm getting in my water and 35 grams of protein. I'm also feeling better, but still taking the Roxicet, but much less as I'm now going 7-10 hours without. I remembered my vitamins were low in the hospital and calcium has always been low since the lapband. My husband took me out today to the health store and with the help of the owner, we went with liquid Lifetime Calcium Magnesium Citrate. Each serving is 500 mg Calcium Citrate and 200 mg Magnesium Citrate. I can exchange it if I bought the wrong thing. Is this an acceptable calcium? On another note, I'll finish the chewable Bariatric Advantage High ADEK multi as many of you suggested then switch to separates. I also have a dissolvable B12 but think I would prefer the sublingual. Any suggestions on where to get this, possibly CVS? I appreciate all your advice. On another note, being a newbie , here's a funny story. My DH bought me some wonderful egg drop soup. I expected it to be high in protein and ate about 8 ounces over time. It was delicious but then when I went to journal it I found out it only had 1 gram of protein which means I need to drink a protein drink ASAP. I guess this is part of the learning curve. It certainly was good, though! Have a great Friday night, Kelly Calcium citrate isn't fat soluble so any form, as long as it is citrate, is fine. You can find sublingual B-12 anywhere, I get mine from Walmart. I prefer the cherry flavored. I'm sure CVS carries it. I'm glad you enjoyed the egg drop soup and thought to check its protein content. Even with only 1 gram of protein, it is a good food for your healing innards. It sounds like you are doing great! |
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Post by jpcello on Jul 19, 2014 5:44:49 GMT -5
Careful with magnesium citrate. One of it's uses is as a laxative so if you want to tighten things up find a calcium citrate without mag citrate added.
I've taken liquid mag citrate as a clean out before colonoscopies.
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Post by OnMyWay2Thin on Jul 19, 2014 8:25:37 GMT -5
Kayal, you made me feel great but I'm far from on fire! I actually feel as if I'm floundering a bit and even went back and reread many of the posts on this site and the materials given to me. I'm trying to get all my fluids in and feel as if the inside swelling must be getting better because I got more in yesterday than the day before. Your advice on vitamins is great, thank you. I can't say I'm living by the scale because it's probably mostly liquid but I'm down to 227 as of today. I think I was 246 the day of surgery. My goal is my health and healing right now but since you point it out, heck, what a great feeling.
Goodkel, I love your responses, thanks for the info on local B12 sublingual. I think I'll try and get it this weekend. My DH will take me since I can't drive yet. The egg drop soup was amazing, I loved every spoonful, just thought I would have more protein!
Jpcello, that's interesting regarding the laxative affect, that's the last thing I need! Based on that info, I think I'll exchange for the one without magnesium. Do you think this is the way to go? Prior to surgery, I Had loose bowels and I don't want to start that again if I can help it!
Thanks again for all the fantastic info, I appreciate it!
Enjoy your weekend,
Kelly
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Post by west4thavenue on Jul 19, 2014 8:30:52 GMT -5
Kelly, you are doing great. I think feeling like you are floundering in the beginning is normal, since everything is so different from our previous experience. It takes a little time to realize the focus is more on health than "diet".
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Post by OnMyWay2Thin on Jul 19, 2014 8:34:40 GMT -5
Hi Monica,
I'm definitely looking at this as a long term health decision. It's funny my husband and brother are all into the weight loss requesting everyday updates and I just want to feel good (meaning pain free and able to resume life) and healthy. I gladly answer the questions, though, because it's so nice they care.
Enjoy your weekend
Kelly
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Post by Girlrocker on Jul 19, 2014 11:34:34 GMT -5
Kelly you're really doing great  you have the right mindset and believe me, it will see you through the crazy journey that is now your DS I revised from an RNY so I had some familiarity with the malabsorptive process. But it's definitely a whole new landscape. Being open minded, understanding the trial/error, being willing to ask, is a great place to be. Fluids and protein are good so far, you got great feedback on the vitamins. I had a 'nervous' stomach before any of my surgeries, and with the DS it's definitely improved, and I'm aware of what foods send me to the bathroom you're also handling your family well, we know this about health, not pounds per week/month, and they will continue to learn through you. Lovely you have the support! |
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Post by OnMyWay2Thin on Jul 19, 2014 12:10:02 GMT -5
Thanks, Sharyl. I appreciate your confidence in me. I just wish I had it in myself. I think I'm ready for this journey but just can't wait until I'm feeling like my normal self. I'm feeling cooped up and am craving life. That being said I'm determined to heal before I increase my little visits to the store and return to normalcy. Thanks for being there.
Enjoy your day,
Kelly
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Post by historytracker on Jul 20, 2014 19:02:38 GMT -5
Kelly - I understand being cooped up. Enjoy some sunshine on these wonderful days. The diet sucks and you and I just have to hang in there and follow what is recommended for us. From all the other posts, it is different for every DS patient. Right now I cannot drink milk (diarrhea) which I do not mind because I wasn't a milk drinker. But as long as I can enjoy a piece of cheese from time to time I will be good to go.
Reach out to people if you have questions. There are a lot of friends on the board. Do not be afraid to use the Facebook page from Lisa at the hospital.
Take care,
Cidy
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Post by OnMyWay2Thin on Jul 21, 2014 6:35:05 GMT -5
Hi Cindy,
Thanks so much for the response and thanks for your number, I really appreciate it! It's neat to follow you and see what I'm in store for the next week, though I realize we're all slightly different. You're so lucky you've got energy and are cleaning out your closets. That's not me, yet, maybe next week LOL. I'm still in discomfort in the morning and at night. I also have a bad time period between 5-7. I'll discuss that with Dr. Greenbaum when I see him. I'm still on full liquids and will probably go to puréed on Wednesday, I am enjoying egg drop soup, though. Husband returns to work Wednesday and I'm real nervous about that, only because he's such an amazing support.
Thanks for the open invitation to talk, I think I'm doing mostly resting, walking, and sipping right now!
Keep up the great work,
Kelly
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Post by PeteA on Jul 21, 2014 19:18:34 GMT -5
Hi Kelly,
Sounds like your doing great. Keep up the liquids. I use magnesium oxide alongside with my calcium citrate to keep my stools soft. For some of us calcium can cause some constipation and the magnesium oxide works against that. It doesn't have the same laxative effect magnesium citrate has.
Pete
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Post by historytracker on Jul 22, 2014 5:32:02 GMT -5
Hi Kelly:
My Dad always said I burn a candle at both ends! I get bored too easily. I am feeling pretty good after the surgery and my energy is going back up. Take an afternoon nap and do whatever you need to feel better. I am just happy to get the feeding tube and jp drain out. Sometimes the acid I get in the afternoon and I an wondering if I should change the time I take the pill.
I know yesterday I was having lunch eating Greek yogurt and I had to run so I chose not to finish the yogurt rather than to hurry up and eat it. There are so many things that I need to learn about the DS and how it works with my body. Your are right - we are all different.
You need to talk you can call me.
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Post by newyorkbitch on Jul 22, 2014 7:04:51 GMT -5
Cindy if I were you I would be taking 20mg omeprazole in the am and 2mg omeprazole in the evening. Stick with that for a while. You should not be experiencing the feeling of acid. Not only is it uncomfortable, it's dangerous.
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Post by goodkel on Jul 22, 2014 19:10:12 GMT -5
I took it twice a day for years.
Acid from reflux can be hitting the bottom of your esophagus without feeling it and it is the main cause of esophageal cancer.
Better safe than sorry.
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Post by historytracker on Jul 23, 2014 4:03:07 GMT -5
Thank you. I am going to speak to Greenbaum about 2mg for the afternoon. It doesn't happen all the time, but there are times I have a little acid. Morning I have none that is why I was thinking of switching that pill to the afternoon.
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Post by newyorkbitch on Jul 23, 2014 4:18:53 GMT -5
I meant 20mg not 2. Sorry for the typo.
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you have the right mindset and believe me, it will see you through the crazy journey that is now your DS 
