So.... DO I HAVE ANY REGRETS? I don't think anyone should answer this question until they are several months post-op. Probably at least 6 months or more. I'm about 2 1/2 weeks out of surgery, and I'm still recovering from the surgery. I'm trying to get used to a new way of eating. So check back in 6 months and I'll have an answer for ya ;o)
I was still struggling a little with getting nauseous in the morning, but I honestly think most of it was brought on by my head. It's amazing what the mind can make the body do. I've started drinking 8oz of sugar free apple cider first thing in the morning, and this has really helped to settle my pouch. Surprisingly, I was apple to drink the entire 8oz this morning in about 40 minutes. I'm pretty stoked about that.
I'm trying something new this morning. I have to take 3 of these MASSIVE calcium citrate vitamins a day. It's like chewing mint flavored chalk. {Just being honest here.}
Today I'm trying something new. I've crushed it up, and I'm gonna put it in some chocolate pudding. I'm hoping it might just taste like Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream ;o)UPDATE** calcium citrate pudding is a no go. had to gag it down. yuck. I did try a sample of a cherry tart calcium citrate from Celebrate after the other was a no-go, and it was tolerable. It reminded me of a huge chalky sweet-tart... sort of :o/
Alright, so on to start a great day! :o)
Your outlook is amazing! My mom is about 7 years post gastric bypass. She has had similar experiences as what you describe but I will say that her eating is semi-usual/normal now. She does have to try to keep her walks in and keep her portions smaller, but she eats much the same as I do, just limits her meat due to tolerance issues and occasionally issues with eggs. You'll get through this and be victorious- in the Lord and with this journey!
ReplyDeletethanks Deb! that's so good to hear. Most everyone I have spoken to lead very normal lives in regards to food after the surgery. I'm looking forward to the future! Hope you are well!! (and thawing out from the snow!)
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