texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 7 years, 11 months ago

i have not lost any weight in 4 weeks.  I am eating close to the number of calories that my nut said I should (about 1200) she increased the amount of protein to 80 grams a day due to the amount of exercise I am getting (run 2 miles a day, lift weights


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

Hello all,

As we allknow, on this adventure of VSG, we all will lose weight.  I have cleaned out my closet and have clothes if anyone is interested the are size 26 and 24 tops and bottoms.  Free for the taking if in my area or I could ship them


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 4 months ago

Well.....this is more of a rant than anything.....just have to get it off my chest......I have been stuck at the same weight for 2 weeks.   I have been getting my water, getting my protien, getting my exercise, and staying in my 800-900 calories.  Talk


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 5 months ago

I had a great scale day today. I broke 250. Yah!!! I have not weighed this in over 20 years. 249.6.

😁


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 5 months ago

Does anyone have a VSG friendly pizza recipient?


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 6 months ago

I saw my nut today and got upgraded to stage 4 food (purée). I am so excited. I had an egg for lunch..... Could only eat one half of it, but I got to have food to chew. For dinner I made eggface's ricotta bake..... It is in the oven cooking, and I


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 6 months ago

Does anyone have a great recipe for anything that can be eaten during stage 3. I have tried to change things up but I am missing the different spicings of things that I like to eat. Any ideas would be helpful. Thank you☺


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 6 months ago

I had surgery on the 6th. I am getting the water an shakes down without a problem. The Doc is writing up my d/c right now.....YA!!!!


Kathy S. wrote 8 years, 6 months ago
Congratulations on your upcoming surgery!? Here are some links to information you may find helpful: http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/photographing-your-weigh t-loss-surgery-journey/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/weight-loss-surgery-hosp tial-stay-what-to-pack/ http://www.obesityhelp.com/articles/four-on-the-floor-self-c are-after-weight-loss-surgery/ We can't wait to hear from you post-op!

texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 7 months ago

Got my surgery date......October 6th.....feeling a little bit nervous......but really excited.


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 7 months ago

I am meeting with the surgeon Monday.  I am trying to plan ahead for the purée foods due to allergies to seafood. I have checked out eggface, but I am still looking for food that is flavorful and appropriate.  Recipe suggestio


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 8 months ago

I am still preop, but have one concern. Has anyone had the sleeve and lost too much weigh?  I am concerned about my calorie intake being too low after I lose try the weight. I have a very active job where I am going all shift (I am a nurse)


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

For premixed protein shakes what tastes the best?  They are not going to be cold.  No room in the cooler.  I am going to bring bars also have plenty of those.


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

Today is my 40th birthday, and my husband is taking me out to dinner. I can handle the dinner, but I know he will want to have dessert.  Any suggestions?


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

I was wondering if any of the women out there have had this happen.  Due to the rapid and large amount of weight lost have any of you suffered from amenorrhea (not have your period).  I know that the last time I had a large weight loss in a short perio


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

Hello all.  I am looking to find a protein powder that is high and protein but also taste good.  Where after surgery, as wee all know, I will be on protein shakes for a while, I want something that will be appetizing as well as healthy.  I have purchas


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

I was wondering if anyone else out there was nervous about having the surgery.  I am worried about all the changes - body, food, spouse, etc.  I am also nervous about complications.  I am also worried about all the negative things people at work have s


texasbumpkin posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

Hello, new person to the forum.  Longtime lurker, first time poster.

I have to take medication that is not related to my weight, I have epilepsy, and I am concerned about being able to take them after surgery because they are large pills and ca

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