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Post by melinda9903 on Dec 17, 2011 17:23:50 GMT -5
I had my RNY on 2/16/10. I know I'm still in the honeymoon phase - but things are going well. I can answer most questions, but still have things to learn.
I can be blunt at times - so when I say things don't assume I'm "soul-less" (as I have been called on the site which shall remain nameless) I just call it as I see it. I'm actually, quite "soulful"...or whatever" ;D
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Post by slrm2m on Dec 18, 2011 0:29:05 GMT -5
I'm scheduled for an RNY on Jan.18, 2012. Do you have an pearls of wisdom to offer someone about to embark on this journey?
What did you do pre-op to prepare during the month before surgery?
What did you wish you knew pre-op that you only learned post-op?
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Post by rena on Dec 18, 2011 2:27:25 GMT -5
I am so glad that you all are here! Good luck on your journeys!!
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Post by melinda9903 on Dec 19, 2011 0:13:35 GMT -5
Hi slrm and congratulations on your upcoming surgery! I read your post last night, but couldn't come up with what I thought was an adequate enough reply. So I'm going to try, now.
Preparation: If you haven't started therapy - start now. Seriously, I thought once I was thin all of my problems would disappear. When in reality, the head hunger, self esteem issues, relationship issues, etc are all still there. Next, figure out your vitamin regimen and start it now so that you are already used to taking them. Also, gather together tons of protein samples so that after surgery you can try different things. Check out vitalady.com -- she has an array of samples at a reasonable price. Don't pick your favorites before surgery because your tastes will change. Start not drinking for 30 mins after you eat...this is a hard habit to adopt, once ur used to it -- it's not a big deal. Finally, ASK QUESTIONS. Seriously, ask anything that pops into your head ...nothing is too dumb to ask. Message me at any time...I will help in any way I can.
I think the main thing I learned post op is that this surgery really is life altering. It is not like any other diet where you can be like "oh, I don't think I feel like doing this anymore." You must be ready to commit for life. You must be vigilant about your diet, vitamins, and your health. No NSAIDS in ANY form - you are going to have to educate yourself so that you can educate most of your healthcare providers --- they usually are not familiar with a lot of the requirements.
Be prepared for a bit of buyer's remorse at first. I cried at fast food commercials for months. I HATED myself for having WLS for months bc I had some complications that caused me not to be able to eat or drink due to nausea for several months. I couldn't believe I had done this to myself, but it got better. However, this doesn't happen to everyone (don't get scared!). Do know that some weeks the weight will fall off....other weeks you may not lose anything...it's a process, but if you follow the plan, and keep up with your surgeon this WILL work for you.
I am so excited for you. Please keep me updated on your progress, and let me know if I can do anything to help you :-)
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Post by norm on Dec 19, 2011 18:33:19 GMT -5
I had my RNY three weeks ago today and am gratified that I quickly lost 55 pounds, almost half my goal. I started a liquid diet two weeks before the surgery, which accounts for maybe 15-20 of those pounds. That was helpful in getting me into the mode of eating that followed the surgery. I agree that you should get your vitamin regime and protein sources figured out ahead of time. I didn't start my vitamins early and have had trouble sticking with them post-surgery. Only because I made up a time sheet on my computer that shows when to stop drinking, when to eat, when to start drinking again, and when to take what vitamins and medicines have I been able to keep up with the regime. Even then it is hard and it seems like I have to be eating or taking something all the time. I still hurt. Count on that and don't push your body too fast. I did yesterday and pulled a stomach muscle which will take 2-3 more weeks to heal. But, it is already worth it for me; I feel better being thinner. You will too.
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Post by slrm2m on Dec 19, 2011 23:28:40 GMT -5
These are really helpful suggestions. Thanks! Does this look like a reasonable meal/vitamin schedule.
8am—Breakfast, multivitamins (two at same time)
9am-11:30am– sip, sip, sip
12noon—Lunch, calcium and vitamin D
1pm-3:30pm– sip, sip, sip
4pm-Snack
5pm-6pm– sip, sip, sip
6:30pm– Dinner, calcium and vitamin D
7pm until bedtime- sip, sip, sip
Bedtime- iron supplement
On Weekends, add sublingual B complex on Saturday and Sunday with breakfast.
Walk for 5 minutes every hour, take two longer walks each day.
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Post by Paula on Dec 19, 2011 23:34:34 GMT -5
Only thing Id suggest is to add a Vit C when you take your iron. The C helps with the absorption of iron. Also if I remember correctly, our bodies only are able to absorb 500mg of calcium at a time. Anything above that per pill is a waste. I hope I remembered that right.
Ive found that I have trouble with B12 deficiency. My PCP feels it comes from my RNY configuration, so I go for montly B12 shots. You may want to keep an eye on yours via your labs to make sure your level is where it should be.
Congrats on your surgery. Best of luck to you
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Post by norm on Dec 20, 2011 10:16:57 GMT -5
I'm taking a half hour for each meal as instructed, and avoiding drinking for a half hour before and after each meal. I also take two protein drinks (whey isolate from Unjury) a day, also as instructed. I take a B12 every other day. And avoid taking iron within 3 hours of calcium--they conflict with each other. My biggest problem is drinking enough; lack of liquids leads to constipation, which has been a big problem for me.
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Post by KimS on Dec 20, 2011 11:26:44 GMT -5
I like the "as instructed" reference....we offer advice here, but you should do as your doctor instructs in most cases...when you do not agree with or have questions about something your doctor tells you-challenge them. It is your right to be 100% comfortable with what you are doing to your body.
As for the constipation, I have since the early days taken 2 OTC stool softeners daily-not the laxative ones, just the softener (I use the store brand of Colace). I also use powdered fiber in my coffee each morning.....everything works just peachy. Of course, verify with your doctor that it is okay before you start anything new.
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Post by melinda9903 on Dec 20, 2011 17:50:27 GMT -5
These are really helpful suggestions. Thanks! Does this look like a reasonable meal/vitamin schedule. From what I see, that looks like a pretty good regimen. The only things I would suggest are this: I only see 2 doses of calcium (make sure it's citrate). Since our bodies only absorb about 500mg at a time, if you are only taking it twice, you won't be getting the 1500 - 2000mg we need. So I'd add in another dose - but not within 2 hours of your iron. Also, my doctor recommends I take B-1 (thiamine) daily. So I take a B complex daily in addition to my B-12 sublinguals, which I take daily or every other day. Probably should break up your multi into 2 doses. You could probably take it around dinner time. |
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Post by msbatt on Dec 20, 2011 18:19:01 GMT -5
These are really helpful suggestions. Thanks! Does this look like a reasonable meal/vitamin schedule. 8am�Breakfast, multivitamins (two at same time) 9am-11:30am� sip, sip, sip 12noon�Lunch, calcium and vitamin D 1pm-3:30pm� sip, sip, sip 4pm-Snack 5pm-6pm� sip, sip, sip 6:30pm� Dinner, calcium and vitamin D 7pm until bedtime- sip, sip, sip Bedtime- iron supplement On Weekends, add sublingual B complex on Saturday and Sunday with breakfast. Walk for 5 minutes every hour, take two longer walks each day. Make sure your calcium is calcium citrate, and that your Vitamin D is a 'dry' formulation. With your RNY, you will always malabsorb some fat, which means you're also malabsorbing the fat-soluble vitamins (A,D,E, and K.) |
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Post by missliss on Jan 5, 2012 11:38:27 GMT -5
I like the "as instructed" reference....we offer advice here, but you should do as your doctor instructs in most cases...when you do not agree with or have questions about something your doctor tells you-challenge them. It is your right to be 100% comfortable with what you are doing to your body. As for the constipation, I have since the early days taken 2 OTC stool softeners daily-not the laxative ones, just the softener (I use the store brand of Colace). I also use powdered fiber in my coffee each morning.....everything works just peachy. Of course, verify with your doctor that it is okay before you start anything new. I take 2 Colace softeners per day, and it worked for a few years, but I am having some issues now for some reason. What powdered fiber do you use in your coffee? That may be something I could try. |
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Post by So Blessed on Jan 5, 2012 12:05:37 GMT -5
These are really helpful suggestions. Thanks! Does this look like a reasonable meal/vitamin schedule. 8am—Breakfast, multivitamins (two at same time) 9am-11:30am– sip, sip, sip 12noon—Lunch, calcium and vitamin D 1pm-3:30pm– sip, sip, sip 4pm-Snack 5pm-6pm– sip, sip, sip 6:30pm– Dinner, calcium and vitamin D 7pm until bedtime- sip, sip, sip Bedtime- iron supplement On Weekends, add sublingual B complex on Saturday and Sunday with breakfast. Walk for 5 minutes every hour, take two longer walks each day. There is a vitamin thread posted with additional information. weightlosssurgery.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=discussion&action=display&thread=689 |
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