Weight loss

Robin when I got home from Brazil I could eat Morningside Farms chicken nuggets
- not really chicken, but tvp, a vegetarian product. I loved the taste of
chicken but the texture did me in. Have patience though. Eventually you will be
able to eat everything you love.
Carole
Robin <jkrdrmom@...
Hi
Day 10 post op. I learned a very important thing this morning.
Raisin Bran makes me throw up! I woke up starving of course at about
7am and I have really been wanting raisin bran (strange craving for
me). I ate a very small amount with skim milk. It really tasted
good and I thought it was great. HOWEVER, about half an hour later
my tummy started really really complaining! Felt crampy, gassy,
nauseated and I felt very weak and hot. at about 8 or so I started
thowing it all back up! OUCH OUCH OUCH!!!! I was NOT a happy camper
and even now I feel weak and shakey!
My kids were giving DH a hard time this morning and at one point DH
asked me to do something. I really don't know what! My tummy was in
major upheaval! I got a kind of testy comment from him, I think
everyone was late or something.
Anyhow, the moral of this story is:
1. to not assume you can eat it just because you crave it!
2. tell everyone at home not to expect anything major from you help
wise because at any moment you could be at deaths door from nausea or
weakness. If people have to be on time someplace, they need to plan
on it themselves and not assume you will be available to help.
UGH!!!! I can still feel my tummy whining! I think today will just
be a broth and yogurt day!
Robin
249/229/130's
beginning day 10 post op

This is the BEST chili ever and it is so good for you.
White chili
Calories: 468
Carbs: 51g
Fiber: 11g
Fat: 9g
Protein: 46g
sugar: 8g
6 servings
1 tbsp oil (I use olive)
1 1/2 C chopped onion
2 (4 oz) cans chopped green chilies
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (I use about 6 drops or so of Red Hot)
3 (15 oz) cans great northern beans, rinsed (I use small white beans)
4 C chicken broth
4 C diced cooked skinless turkey or chicken (I use ground chicken and
cook with the onion)
2 TBSP cider vinegar
Heat oil in large pot of dutch oven over med high heat. Add onion;
cook stirring occasionally, until softened - about 5 min. Stir in
chilies, oregano, cumin, and cayenne. Cook stirring occasionally,
until softened - about 5 min. Stir in beans and broth; bring to a
simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes. Add turkey (or
chicken) and vinegar, cook for 5 minutes more. Serve.
Like I said, I use fresh ground chicken breast and cook it along with
the onion. I simmer longer than 20 minutes.

this is true Lisa. .

sharon xoxo

Peanut Butter Cookies
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Baking Time: 7-9 minutes per tray
Makes:2 dozen cookies
Serving Size: 1 Cookie
1/4 cup Margarine, softened
1 cup Creamy Style Peanut Butter
1/4 Cup Egg Substitute
2 tbsp. Honey
1/2 tsp. Vanilla
1 cup SPLENDA® Granular
1 1/2 Cups All-purpose Flour
1/2 tsp. Baking Soda
1/2 tsp. Salt
1.. Preheat oven to 350° F.
2.. In a large bowl, beat margarine and peanut butter with
an electric mixer until creamy, approximately 1 minute.
3.. Add egg substitute, honey and vanilla. Beat on high
speed for approximately 1 1/2minutes.
4.. Add SPLENDA® Granular and beat on medium speed until
well blended, approx. 30 seconds.
5.. In small bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt.
Slowly add flour mixture to peanut butter mixture, beating on low
speed until well blended, about 1 1/2 minutes. Mixture may be
crumbly.
6.. Roll level tablespoons of dough into balls and drop
onto a lightly oiled or parchment lined sheet pan, about two inches
apart. Flatten each ball with a fork, pressing a crisscross pattern
into each cookie. Bake 7-9 minutes or until light brown around the
edges. Cool on wire rack.
Nutritional Information per serving
Total Calories 120
Calories from Fat 65
Total Fat 7 g
Saturated Fat 1.5 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 150 mg
Total Carbohydrate 11 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 2 g
Protein 4 g

Hi Andrea,
You are one of my inspirations now! Reading your post gave me a good
kick of excitement! I hope I do as well or even almost as well as
you in 6 months. It is hard to see the end of this tunnel for me
right now because I am not very comfortable in it.
I hope you have taken some before pictures before you go back for
plastics. I would love to see those! I may be in that position
later on. I am pretty sure I will have a pani to deal with, but not
sure how much of one yet. I carry most of my weight in my stomach
and bottom. I think I am like an apple!
Hard to believe that only 3.5 pounds puts you at still being
overweight! UGH, I think at that point I would say "stuff it to the
scale" I don't remember the last time I was only 3.5 pounds
overweight! That might just be the weight of the pani you get
removed!
I tried a small packet of unflavored protein this morning that I got
as a sample. I added it to some FUZE which is a 10 calorie sports
drink with vitamins that I have been able to drink. You really can't
taste it! At least so far. I don't know the brank name though. I
did just order some unjury powder last night and expect it to arrive
soon. I hope it is helpful for me. I am really having a hard time
with protein or really getting enough of any kind of food in yet. I
am able to drink the FUZE and ice water easily though.
Congragulations on your 6 month update! I wish I could sent you a
big prize! I really love reading the success stories.
Robin
249/229/130ish
day 10 post op

Niki's No-Sugar Sugar Cookies
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Bake Time: 7-9 minutes
Serving Size: 2 cookies
Makes: approximately 4 dozen cookies
3/4 Cup Unsalted Butter
1/4 Cup Light Butter
1 Cup SPLENDA® Granular
1 Tbsp. Vanilla Extract
1/4 Cup Egg Substitute
1/4 Cup Water
3/4 tsp. Vinegar (white or cider)
1 1/2 Cups All Purpose Flour
1 1/2 Cups Cake Flour
1/4 tsp. Salt
1 tsp. Baking powder
Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly oil a cookie sheet and set aside.
Blend together butters, SPLENDA® Granular and vanilla in a medium
sized
mixing bowl. Blend until butter is softened. Add egg substitute,
water and vinegar.
Mix briefly. Add flours, salt and baking powder. Mix using low speed
(or by
hand) until dough is formed. Do not over mix.
Remove dough from bowl and place on a floured work surface. Divide
dough in
half. Pat each half into a circle. Cover with plastic wrap and
refrigerate
approx. 1 hour, allowing dough to chill.
Remove dough from refrigerator and roll out on a floured work surface
to
desired thickness (approx. 1/4 inch). Cut with cookie cutters. Place
cookies on a
lightly oiled cookie sheet.
Bake in a preheated 350° oven 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned
on the
back. Cool on a wire rack.

Hi
Day 10 post op. I learned a very important thing this morning.
Raisin Bran makes me throw up! I woke up starving of course at about
7am and I have really been wanting raisin bran (strange craving for
me). I ate a very small amount with skim milk. It really tasted
good and I thought it was great. HOWEVER, about half an hour later
my tummy started really really complaining! Felt crampy, gassy,
nauseated and I felt very weak and hot. at about 8 or so I started
thowing it all back up! OUCH OUCH OUCH!!!! I was NOT a happy camper
and even now I feel weak and shakey!
My kids were giving DH a hard time this morning and at one point DH
asked me to do something. I really don't know what! My tummy was in
major upheaval! I got a kind of testy comment from him, I think
everyone was late or something.
Anyhow, the moral of this story is:
1. to not assume you can eat it just because you crave it!
2. tell everyone at home not to expect anything major from you help
wise because at any moment you could be at deaths door from nausea or
weakness. If people have to be on time someplace, they need to plan
on it themselves and not assume you will be available to help.
UGH!!!! I can still feel my tummy whining! I think today will just
be a broth and yogurt day!
Robin
249/229/130's
beginning day 10 post op

LMAO... only to you, Sharon... ONLY to you...

Pat
Sharon Buffo <septsweety@...

Thats sounded almost kinky Pat LOL

sharon xoxo

Andrea,
I am sooo happy for you... and for those who don't know, Andrea had a
particularly rough time immediately post-op, with lots of vomiting. It made me
feel guilty for feeling (relatively) good! She was a trooper!
I can't wait to see your results from Dr. C. Please tell him I'm on my way just
as soon as I can get the last of my weight off!!!
:)
Nina Wright
Andrea <adeva4@...
Hi gang,
I know I don't post very often, but I am on almost every day reading
all the messages. Today is my 6 month anniversary so I wanted to
post an update and let everyone know how I was doing. I have lost a
total of 73 lbs. so far and am down to 131 from my day-of-surgery
weight of 204 lbs. I could not be happier with my DS or the results
so far. I have lost approx. 70% of my excess body weight and have a
BMI of 25.5. I am still classified as "overweight" as far as the
charts go, but I only have 3.5 lbs. to go until I am "normal"! I am
averaging a loss of about 7-10 lbs. per month - I have to admit that
my weight loss slowed this last one though (only 4 lbs). A result of
me eating more and allowing lots of carbs to sneak their way back
into my diet I'm sure!
I started out as a size 20-22 the day of surgery and am down to a
size 8-10 now. I am going back to Brazil at the end of the month for
plastics with Dr. C. to remove my panni and have a TT and lipo, so
hopefully I will be a 4 or 6 when all is done!
I still can't seem to manage to get enough protein in on my own
without drinking a shake every day. I hate that becuase I am
extremely bored with them and am starting to actually dread the
taste. By the way - has anyone tried the unflavored Unjury or other
brand? If you have, please let me know how it is. I think I would
probably be better off switching to that at this point since there
are many more things I can combine it with. Right now I am using
Zero Carb Iso-Pure Vanilla. It tasted wonderful at first, but now I
am about sick of it.
Most foods sit well with me by now. There is nothing that I don't
eat. I do try to watch my carbs and stay away from certain foods
that I know will trigger a bathroom episode, but other than that, I
have been eating what I want and just trying to get all my protein
in.
I feel really good and am enjoying all my small milestones just as
everyone does. I go out so much more and have loads of confidence
and energy. I can walk up flights of stairs without feeling like I
am going to pass out at the top, I can walk around the mall for hours
without getting tired, and best of all, I can dance the night away
when I go out with my friends instead of breaking out into a sweat
and feeling exhausted after 1 song! I am so happy I had this surgery
now and didn't waste any more of my life being obese. Finding Dr. M.
and having this surgery truly was a gift from God.
Thanks for letting me share, and I hope all the other pre and post-
ops have a wonderful experience too!
Andrea
D/S with Dr. Marchesini on 05/05/04
204/131/100???
P.S. - Congrats and Hi to my switch sisters Nina, Morgan, and
Michelle!

What a remarkable weight loss, Mike! I am so, so happy for you (and your wife).
Isn't it great?
Nina Wright
Mike Adams <vectorlaser@...
Hi All,
I will only post updates every two months after this.
In summary, I could not be more pleased with this life-saving
surgery. I am so grateful to Dr M for his skill, and his willingness
to devote his life to helping people like me. I am also grateful to
the people on this group and others who shared their experience so I
could find out about Dr.M.
I have lost 120 pounds in a little over 4 months, My diabetes is no
longer a problem, Acid reflux has not re-occured, I don't think I
have sleep apnea any more. (I never had a CPAP) No longer carrying
around that 120 pounds, I can tie my own shoes, climb the stairs on
two legs, (instead of all fours) sit in one airline seat, (barely)
stand or walk for hours without having to sit down, and fit in a
booth at a restaurant.
All the weight that has been lost so far has been (for me)
effortless. I do not want to cause anyone to think that my
experience is typical. I do not know why this has worked so well for
me. I am grateful that it has worked well, and I am sure the weight
loss will not continue at the current rate. (the rate of loss has
been declining)
For those who may not know, I was Super morbidly obese (SMO) at the
time of my surgery, with a Body mass index (BMI) of 57.9, and a
weight of 451 pounds. Although I do not know for sure, (Neither my
doctor or I had a scale that would weigh me) I was probably Super-
super morbidly obese (SSMO) shortly before the surgery, and lost
some weight trying to make the surgery less risky. My life had
deteriorated to one of just existing. I had lost all hope of ever
being able to lose the weight that kept me a prisoner in my own home.
After two years of research, deciding on the DS, and trying to get
my insurance company to approve the surgery, I read a post on AMOS
about people going outside the US for this life-saving surgery. I
considered Spain, Mexico, Germany, and Belgium, and finally found Dr
M. My decision to trust my life with him was partly financial,
partly because my wife and I wanted to go to Brazil, partly Dr. M's
credentials, and mainly because of all of the comments from those of
you who went before me.
I am only 4 months post-op, but if my experience is helpful to
others thinking about putting your trust in Dr. M, then I am happy I
could share it here.
Anyone interested can see my progress in photos in the photo annex,
in a folder marked Mike A, or you can follow the link below.
http://tinyurl.com/4zoyb

Poppy Seed Dressing:
1/2C Buttermilk
1/2C light sour cream
3 tbsp Splenda Granular
2 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp poppy seeds
Whisk all ingredients together, refrigerate while preparing the
following:
2C Small Broccoli Florets
1# Cooked Salad Shrimp (about 2C)
1 Pink Lady Apple, Diced with skin (soak in lemon juice and water to
keep color while cutting)
Add ingredients into large mixing bowl. Add dressing to mixture and
serve. Salt and Pepper to taste.
Servings 5
Serving Size 1Cup
Calories: 138
Fat: 1gm
Protein: 20gm
Carbs: 5
Fiber: 1.5
Bon Appetite!

Mike, I am so happy for your success!!! you are two weeks further
out from me. I am very happy with everything so far also. Still
have trouble getting enough protein in without a shake.
I tried to find your pictures but couldn't. What is the annex?
Also, your link at the bottom gave me an error message?
Good luck with your continued success!!
Kathy B in KC
7-21-04

Mixed Berry Crisp:
2 16oz bags frozen mixed berries, thawed slightly
3/4 C Splenda Granular
1 1/2 Tbsp Conrstarch
Topping:
3/4 C Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
3/4 C Splenda Granular
3/4 Tsp Cinnamon
1 Tbsp Margarine
1 egg white
1. Preheat oven to 350* Set aside 9 x 13-inch pan.
2. In a large bowl toss berries with Splenda and cornstarch. Pour
into pan.
3. In a small bowl cut margarine into oats, Splenda and cinnamon.
Gently stir in egg white and sprinkle over berries. Bake for 30
minutes or until bubbling!
THATS IT! simple eh??
Serves 8
Per serving:
Calories 135
Carbs 28gms
Protein 2gms
Fat 2.5 gms (0 saturated)
Fiber 6 gms

Hi gang,
I know I don't post very often, but I am on almost every day reading
all the messages. Today is my 6 month anniversary so I wanted to
post an update and let everyone know how I was doing. I have lost a
total of 73 lbs. so far and am down to 131 from my day-of-surgery
weight of 204 lbs. I could not be happier with my DS or the results
so far. I have lost approx. 70% of my excess body weight and have a
BMI of 25.5. I am still classified as "overweight" as far as the
charts go, but I only have 3.5 lbs. to go until I am "normal"! I am
averaging a loss of about 7-10 lbs. per month - I have to admit that
my weight loss slowed this last one though (only 4 lbs). A result of
me eating more and allowing lots of carbs to sneak their way back
into my diet I'm sure!
I started out as a size 20-22 the day of surgery and am down to a
size 8-10 now. I am going back to Brazil at the end of the month for
plastics with Dr. C. to remove my panni and have a TT and lipo, so
hopefully I will be a 4 or 6 when all is done!
I still can't seem to manage to get enough protein in on my own
without drinking a shake every day. I hate that becuase I am
extremely bored with them and am starting to actually dread the
taste. By the way - has anyone tried the unflavored Unjury or other
brand? If you have, please let me know how it is. I think I would
probably be better off switching to that at this point since there
are many more things I can combine it with. Right now I am using
Zero Carb Iso-Pure Vanilla. It tasted wonderful at first, but now I
am about sick of it.
Most foods sit well with me by now. There is nothing that I don't
eat. I do try to watch my carbs and stay away from certain foods
that I know will trigger a bathroom episode, but other than that, I
have been eating what I want and just trying to get all my protein
in.
I feel really good and am enjoying all my small milestones just as
everyone does. I go out so much more and have loads of confidence
and energy. I can walk up flights of stairs without feeling like I
am going to pass out at the top, I can walk around the mall for hours
without getting tired, and best of all, I can dance the night away
when I go out with my friends instead of breaking out into a sweat
and feeling exhausted after 1 song! I am so happy I had this surgery
now and didn't waste any more of my life being obese. Finding Dr. M.
and having this surgery truly was a gift from God.
Thanks for letting me share, and I hope all the other pre and post-
ops have a wonderful experience too!
Andrea
D/S with Dr. Marchesini on 05/05/04
204/131/100???
P.S. - Congrats and Hi to my switch sisters Nina, Morgan, and
Michelle!

Thats sounded almost kinky Pat LOL

sharon xoxo

CAKE:
3 large eggs
1C splenda Granular
2/3C canned pumpkin
1tsp molasses
1 1/2tsp cinnamon
1/2tsp ginger
1/2 tsp nutmet
1/2C Oat Flour
1/4C All all purpose flour (or you can just use 3/4C all purpose,
but it has more calories and carbs in it that way-add 2 minute
cooking time)
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp bakin soda
Filling
8oz light cream cheese (cut calories by using fat free, tastes the
same)
3 tbsp Splenda Granular
1/2C light whipped topping (Coolwhip style)
2 tsp Splenda Granular (for powdering the surface for the bread roll
only)
1. Preheat oven to 350*F. Coat a 10x12-inch jelly roll or
9x13x1/2inch cake pan with non stick cooking spray. Line the bottom
of the pan with wax paper and lightly spray wax paper with nonstick
cooking spray. Set Aside.
2. In a medium mixing bowl use electric mixer on high speed and beat
eggs for 5 minutes; beat in Splenda. Whisk pumpkin, molasses, and
spices into eggs.
3. Sift flour, baking powder, and baking soda into pumpkin mixture.
4. Pour batter into prepared pan. Using a spatula, completely level
batter. Bake for 6-7 minutes until cake is springy to touch and
edgegs appeardry. (do not overbake or cake will crack when it is
rolled.)
Lay smooth towel onto work surface. Sift 2 tsp of Splenda onto
towel. As soon as cake comes out of the oven, turn cake onto towel,
and loosely roll up. Cool.
5. In a small bowl beat light cream cheese and Splenda with a hand
mixer. Beat in whipped topping.
6. Unroll cooled cake. Spread filling over cake, stopping 1 inch
from the farthest long side. Starting from the long side closest to
you, reroll cake. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate cake until
ready to serve. Dust with Splenda before serving if desired.
Because I altered this recipe from its original state, and I haven't
sat down to figure out the new nutritional information, I will give
you the one the original recipe has. Which Im educatedly guessing is
off quite a bit in our favor.
Calories: 170 (more like 120 with the change to oat flour and the
removing powdered sugar-not listed in this recipe but in the count
still)
Carbs 18gm-this is way off again because I removed the powdered
sugar part of the recipe, and changed to lower carb oat flour from
all purpose. It would just be the carb count from the pumpkin and
the oat flour.
Protein 7gms
Fat 7gms Fiber 1gm
Bon Appetite!
Kat

1 pound boneless breast of chicken cut into bite size cubes.
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1 tabespoon sherry (Ok they carded me at the store for this. I
thought huh? You want my ID to use my Albertson's card? Then
realized she was holding the sherry in her hand LOL OMG I LOVE THAT
WOMAN!)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp grated ginger (option)..I used a slash of ground ginger
instead
SAUCE:
1/2 C peeled carrots cut into 1/4" slices
1/2 C green pepper cut into 1" pieces
1/2 C pineapple chunks well drained
1/2C Splenda Granular
1/4C Ketchup
1tbsp light soy sauce
1/3C cider Vinegar
2tbsp cornstarch +1/4C water
In medium bowl combine chicken, cornstartch, sherry, salt and
ginger. Toss to coat meat and set aside.
2. Put carrots in a small sauce pan with 1/2C water. Bring to boil.
Boil for 1 minute. Add Green Pepper and boil for 1 more minute.
Drain vegetables and rince thoroughly in cold water. Add pineapple
and set mixture aside.
3. In a small saucepan, combine Splenda, Ketchup, soy sauce, and
vinegar. Bring to low simmer, add cornstartch mixture, and cook
stirring until thickened and clear. Stir in vegetables.
4. Heat Wok until hot. Add oil. When oil is very hot, add chicken.
(It should sizzle as it hits the wok.) Stir fry for 2-3 minutes
until no longer pink. Remove from Wok.
5. combine sweet and sour sauce with chicken. Serve over brown or
white rice if desired.
Per Serving:
Calories 210
Carbohydrate 17gms
Protein: 24gms
Fat: 5gms (1 saturated)
Fiber 1gm
Sodium 370 milligrams
dietary exchange: 4very lean mean, 1 carb, WW point comparison 4
points.
(One half cup of cooked brown rice provides 110 calories, 22gms of
carbs. It also provides 2gms fiber, and 3 gms protein.)

Chocolate Dunk Cookies
Too dunking delicious not to share with friends, neighbors and
holiday visitors.
Makes: 3 dozen cookies
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 12 minutes
Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (8 squares) BAKER'S* Semi-Sweet Baking Chocolate, divided
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) margarine, softened
1/2 cup firmly-packed brown sugar
1/2 cup SPLENDA® No Calorie
Sweetener, Granular
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup chopped walnuts
Directions:
PREHEAT oven to 375° F.
COMBINE flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
Coarsely chop 5 of the chocolate squares; set aside.
BEAT margarine, brown sugar and SPLENDA® Granular in large bowl with
electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add egg and
vanilla; mix well. Gradually add flour mixture, beating until
blended. Stir in chopped chocolate and walnuts.
DROP heaping tablespoons of cookie dough, 2 inches apart, onto
ungreased baking sheets.
BAKE cookies 11 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool one
minute; remove from baking sheets. Cool completely on wire racks.
MELT remaining 3 chocolate squares in microwave as directed on
package. Dip one half of each cookie into melted chocolate. Place in
a single layer on wax paper-covered plates. Let stand until chocolate
is set.
Nutrition Information Per Serving:
Serving Size: 1 cookie
Total Calories 120
Calories from Fat 70
Total Fat 8g
Saturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 5mg
Sodium 45mg
Total Carbohydrate 12g
Dietary Fiber <1g
Sugars 6g
Protein 2g
Exchanges Per Serving:
1 Starch, 1 Fat

I will see what i can do..I might send them to Ally or Lizanne and they can file them away

sharon xoox

Lots of rave reviews for this recipe on www.recipezaar.com (I would
sub ground turkey for
ground beef since I'm not allowed it yet). 6 servings & 17g
protein. (I have not tried any of the zucchini/spaghetti squash
recipes myself yet -- just know they are highly reviewed).
Zucchini Lasagna - Low Carb Recipe #749
Great for anyone going low carb OR who has so many zucchini, they
don't know what to do!! :)
by Marg (CaymanDesigns)
6 servings
50 min 20 min prep
2 1/2 cups zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 2 medium)
1/2 lb lean beef, ground
1/4 cup onions, chopped
2 small tomatoes, cut up
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup water
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
3/4 cup low fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon flour
Cook zucchini until tender, drain and set aside. Fry meat and onions
until meat is brown and onions are tender; drain fat. Add next 8
ingredients and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered 10 minutes or until reduced to 2 cups.
In small bowl slightly beat egg.
Add cottage cheese, half of shredded cheese and flour.
In (1 1/2-qt.) baking-roasting pan arrange half of the meat mixture.
Top with half of the zucchini and all the cottage cheese mixture. Top
with remaining meat and zucchini.
Bake uncovered at 375 degrees F for 30 minutes.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer.
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

I actually tried these. the are so sticky to the pan! make sure you give it a good spray (even non-stick) and get it nice and hot . They take a bit to cook because they are so dense. I found some sugar free cinnamon/sugar and sprinkled that all over them...they are pretty tastey and really filling! There is NO WAY you can eat a whole serving.

Lisa A
Lisa <ldmahn@...

Oatmeal Cottage Cheese Pancakes Recipe #43072
These are wonderful and are almost too healthy to be true. Lots of
calcium, protein, fiber, etc. I usually eat them without any topping
and just keep popping them in my mouth! Yum. But a good jam will do
them nicely as well.
by bramble
1 servings
15 min 5 min prep
1/2 cup oatmeal
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 egg whites
Blend all ingredients in blender.
Spray skillet with cooking spray and cook just like"silver dollar"
pancakes, a few small ones at a time.
Top with your favorite pancake topping!
Nutrition Facts
Calculated for 1 serving (281g)
Recipe makes 1 servings
Calories 344
Calories from Fat 67 (19%)
Amount Per Serving %DV
Total Fat 7.5g 11%
Saturated Fat 3.4g 17%
Polyunsat. Fat 1.1g
Monounsat. Fat 2.2g
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 646mg 26%
Potassium 451mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 31.4g 10%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g 15%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 34.0g 67%
Vitamin A 171mcg 3%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 6%
Vitamin B12 0.8mcg 12%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Vitamin E 0mcg 0%
Calcium 93mg 9%
Magnesium 80mg 20%
Iron 1mg 10%
Alcohol 1.4g Caffeine 0.0mg

Lisa

284/271/217/135

You didn't sign your post, so I don't know who I'm replying to!
Can you tell me which calling card you bought? I will buy a card too
and have a list of people who absolutely have to talk with me!
Also, is it difficult to RECEIVE calls at the hospital or at the
hotel? I hope if my aunt wants to call she can get my room.
Thanks to whoever can help me with this.
Patrice Lieb

When Robin and I left, Durval hit our fridge and checked out the
entire room to gather things that could be left in the American box.
I never saw the box, but I'm guessing he makes sure things get
recycled through there to help provide continuity for the stream of
patients, educational experiences from one patient to the next, etc.
We purchased a "calling card" which is really just a PIN and an
access number before we left for Brazil. We didn't use it nearly as
much as we thought we might. It is only good for calls originating
outside the continental US, so we left the instructions on a piece of
paper to be included with the American box. We expect and encourage
whomever finds it to use it as needed. When the minutes are gone,
just discard the instructions. We left about 100 minutes on it.

All untried, all sound yummy. Lazy now, please go to
www.recipezaar.com and search by the recipe numbers provided to get
the nutritional info if you want it!
The first one says six servings (more for us, I'm sure) at 18.8g
protein (many people noted that BAKING the spaghetti squash was much
better than boiling as the recipe instructs - too much liquid when
it's boiled):
Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Recipe #151486
the flavor is great and you won't believe the colors.I have made this
in a clear dish that I use for meatloaf. You can see all the colors
and in the center of the table it looks and smells great
by Chef #190053
6 servings
1 hour 20 min prep
1 (2 1/2 lb) spaghetti squash, boiled
3 tablespoons flour
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (15 ounce) carton low-fat ricotta cheese, drained
1 cup packed spinach leaves
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup Italian-style tomato sauce
6 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese
Split squash. Remove seeds and stringy portion. Use fork to comb
squash flesh, pullin it off in long strands. Place in large mixing
bowl. Toss with four, garlic, and salt until well combined.
Blend Ricotta, spinach, and Parmesan cheese in food processor or
blender until smooth.
To assemble, spread 1/2 cup pasta sauce on bottom of a shallow 6 cup
baking dish. Top with spaghetti squash, arranging evenly and
compactly. Spread Ricotta mixture evenly over squash. Spread
remaining sauce over Ricotta. Cover with sliced Mozzarella.
Bake on center rack of 350 degree oven, uncovered, until cheese is
lightly browned on edges and juices bubble, about 40 to 50 minutes.
Cut into squares and serve hot. Makes 6 servings.
This one is higher in calories but also higher in protein (due to
ground turkey) ... instructions for baking spaghetti squash included:
Lasagna Style Spaghetti Squash
Recipe #1896632 ratings
This is so good! There's no pasta but it's still just as satisfying
as if there were. The original recipe didn't have meat so feel free
to omit the turkey. If you have leftovers scoop them out of the
squash shells into another container, the shells don't keep well.
by SweetySJD
6 servings 1½ hours 30 min prep
Change to: servings US Metric
1 medium spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise & seeded
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic cloves
2 (14 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 vegetable bouillon cube
black pepper
1 (15 ounce) can black olives, chopped
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
Preheat oven to 325. Spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking
spray. Place squash halves cut side down on the baking sheet. Bake 35
minutes, remove from oven and cool.
Spray a saucepan with cooking spray. Over medium heat cook turkey
with onion and garlic until the turkey is no longer pink and the
onions are soft. Drain.
Stir in tomatoes, basil, bouillon and pepper. Cook 15 minutes, until
medium thick.
Remove squash strands with a fork, reserve shells.
Layer each half with a spoonful of turkey mixture, a layer of squash
strands, olives and mozzarella. Repeat layers until shells are full.
Top with parmesan cheese. Bake 20 minutes or until parmesan melts.
Something different - this one has 15.3g protein per serving...
Southwest Spaghetti Squash Recipe #81845
I found this recipe in a Low-Carb cookbook. The sweetness of the
squash mixes well with the spice of the other ingredients. Low-carb
and vegetarian!
by Cyn
4 servings
2 hours 20 min prep
1 spaghetti squash (3 pounds)
1 (14 ounce) can Mexican-style tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
3/4 cup monterey jack cheese, divided
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preheat oven to 350.
Cut squash in half lengthwise.
Remove and discard seeds.
Place squash, cut side down, in greased baking pan.
Bake 45 min to 1 hour or until just tender.
Using fork, remove spaghetti-like strands from hot squash and place
strands in large bowl.
Add tomatoes with juice, beans, 1/2 cup cheese, cilantro, cumin,
garlic salt and pepper; toss well.
Spray 1 1/2 quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray.
Spoon mixture into casserole.
Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
Bake uncovered, 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through.
Serve immediately.
Tips on the proper way to prepare Spaghetti Squash:
Southwest Spaghetti Squash Recipe #81845
I found this recipe in a Low-Carb cookbook. The sweetness of the
squash mixes well with the spice of the other ingredients. Low-carb
and vegetarian!
by Cyn
4 servings
2 hours 20 min prep
1 spaghetti squash (3 pounds)
1 (14 ounce) can Mexican-style tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
3/4 cup monterey jack cheese, divided
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preheat oven to 350.
Cut squash in half lengthwise.
Remove and discard seeds.
Place squash, cut side down, in greased baking pan.
Bake 45 min to 1 hour or until just tender.
Using fork, remove spaghetti-like strands from hot squash and place
strands in large bowl.
Add tomatoes with juice, beans, 1/2 cup cheese, cilantro, cumin,
garlic salt and pepper; toss well.
Spray 1 1/2 quart casserole with nonstick cooking spray.
Spoon mixture into casserole.
Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
Bake uncovered, 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through.
Serve immediately.

Hi Everyone,
Thanks for all the prayers and good thoughts. The surgery went 3 1/4 hours
instead of 1 1/2 due to lots of adhesions, but at least it is behind me. I
am in way more pain from this than from the DS - weird, huh? The surgeon
told dh I would be in a lot of pain from the work he did on the adhesions. I
also think they were very rough transferring me, because my left shoulder
almost feels like it was pulled out of socket and my neck hurts. Sorry to be
a whiner - I'm sure I'll feel much better in a day or two. I appreciate
ya'll!
Val in TX - hernia-free!
DS 09/30/03
286/150/135-140?

Hi All,
I will only post updates every two months after this.
In summary, I could not be more pleased with this life-saving
surgery. I am so grateful to Dr M for his skill, and his willingness
to devote his life to helping people like me. I am also grateful to
the people on this group and others who shared their experience so I
could find out about Dr.M.
I have lost 120 pounds in a little over 4 months, My diabetes is no
longer a problem, Acid reflux has not re-occured, I don't think I
have sleep apnea any more. (I never had a CPAP) No longer carrying
around that 120 pounds, I can tie my own shoes, climb the stairs on
two legs, (instead of all fours) sit in one airline seat, (barely)
stand or walk for hours without having to sit down, and fit in a
booth at a restaurant.
All the weight that has been lost so far has been (for me)
effortless. I do not want to cause anyone to think that my
experience is typical. I do not know why this has worked so well for
me. I am grateful that it has worked well, and I am sure the weight
loss will not continue at the current rate. (the rate of loss has
been declining)
For those who may not know, I was Super morbidly obese (SMO) at the
time of my surgery, with a Body mass index (BMI) of 57.9, and a
weight of 451 pounds. Although I do not know for sure, (Neither my
doctor or I had a scale that would weigh me) I was probably Super-
super morbidly obese (SSMO) shortly before the surgery, and lost
some weight trying to make the surgery less risky. My life had
deteriorated to one of just existing. I had lost all hope of ever
being able to lose the weight that kept me a prisoner in my own home.
After two years of research, deciding on the DS, and trying to get
my insurance company to approve the surgery, I read a post on AMOS
about people going outside the US for this life-saving surgery. I
considered Spain, Mexico, Germany, and Belgium, and finally found Dr
M. My decision to trust my life with him was partly financial,
partly because my wife and I wanted to go to Brazil, partly Dr. M's
credentials, and mainly because of all of the comments from those of
you who went before me.
I am only 4 months post-op, but if my experience is helpful to
others thinking about putting your trust in Dr. M, then I am happy I
could share it here.
Anyone interested can see my progress in photos in the photo annex,
in a folder marked Mike A, or you can follow the link below.
http://tinyurl.com/4zoyb

Haven't tried it yet but for all the protein it packs, I need to...
from Recipezaar.
Skinny Protein Salad Recipe #96256
Years and years ago I tried something like this, but I didn't like it
between bread. Now I'm reducing carbohydrate intake, and this is a
tasty alternative (without bread) to plain cottage cheese (I use low
fat because the nonfat is so dry and low fat is at least a
compromise). Cook time is chill time if you want it cold, but isn't
really necessary.
by Country-Wife
4 servings
1¼ hours 10 min prep
1 (6 ounce) can tuna in water, drained
1 cup low fat cottage cheese
1/4 cup chopped seeded cucumbers
1/4 cup chopped onions or sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
1/4 cup chopped olives (optional)
Mix everything together.
Chill 1 hour if you're not starving NOW.
Eat.
Nutrition Facts
Calculated for 1 serving (143g)
Recipe makes 4 servings
Calories 115
Calories from Fat 22 (19%)
Amount Per Serving %DV
Total Fat 2.4g 3%
Saturated Fat 1.1g 5%
Polyunsat. Fat 0.5g
Monounsat. Fat 0.7g
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 23mg 7%
Sodium 398mg 16%
Potassium 200mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 3.7g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1%
Sugars 0.9g
Protein 18.5g 37%
Vitamin A 94mcg 1%
Vitamin B6 0.2mg 8%
Vitamin B12 0.9mcg 15%
Vitamin C 8mg 13%
Vitamin E 0mcg 2%
Calcium 49mg 4%
Magnesium 20mg 5%
Iron 0mg 3%
Alcohol 0.0g Caffeine 0.0mg

Protein Shake Ideas
Protien recipes that has come through the group before. Hope a few
work for
you. You may also want to try Da Vinci sugar free syrups. They have a
rasberry one that is awesome in chocolate shakes..
http://www.bodyandfitness.com/Information/Fitness/protein.htm
http://www.bodyandfitness.com/Information/Fitness/protein.htm
http://www.musclemaster.com/info/shake_recipes.htm
http://bariatric.templehealth.org/content/ProteinShakeRecipes.asp
http://www.healthrecipes.com/fruit_shakes.htm
http://www.trackfitness.com/content/proteinshakes.html
http://www.atlargenutrition.com/shakingitup.php
In the recipes, whatever "powder" they are using, I would just
substitute the powder that I already have.....
Eye opener
1 scoop of protein powder
1 teaspoon of instant coffee
12 oz. of ice cold water
2 ice cubes and blend
I've heard people who use
Orange sunrise Crystal light w/vanilla powder to make creamsicle
flavor.
Strawberry Berry Berry
1 scoop of Strawberry Pro Blend 55
4 strawberries (frozen or fresh)
1/4 cup of blueberries
1 cup of cranberry juice
1 cup ice or crushed ice
Put all ingredients into blender and mix to desired consistency.
Serve cold.
Strawberry Chocolate Milk
2 Scoops Strawberry Carb Solutions
1 Scoop (use the Carb Solutions scoop) Carnation Fat Free Hot Cocoa
14 ounces water
Mix in blender with ice for a "shake" or shake inshaker for a more
milky consistency
Strawberry for Protein Dummies
10 frozen strawberrys
1/2 small banana
1 scoop (23g) Biochem's Ultimate LO Carb Whey (Natural Flavor)
8 oz Water
1/3 cup Carnation Nonfat Dry Milk
Splenda to taste
*Note: I found the protein by going to a local health food store and
asking for a whey protein with the LEAST taste and that mixed easily
into water*
Tropical Breakfast Smoothie
1 cup fresh cut-up strawberries
8 oz pineapple chunks in natural juice
1 fresh banana sliced
1/2 cup cholesterol free egg product
1 scoop vanilla protein powder of choice
Put all ingredients except ice in blender, blend until smooth, add
ice and blend to frozen smoothie consistency. This recipe yields
more than one serving
Two Berry Delight
1 cup frozen or fresh strawberries
1/2 cup raspberries
1/2 cup water
1 cup ice
1 packet of sweetener
1/2 cup milk
1 cup orange juice vitamins or protein powder
Put all ingredients except ice in blender and blend until smooth.
Add ice and blend to give it a frozen smoothie consistency

Actually tried this one and it's great. Use lite butter, lite mayo
to make it healthier. 100 or more five-star reviews on Recipezaar.
MaMa's Supper Club Tilapia Parmesan Recipe #53914
You asked for it. Here it is. Thanks so much to MaMa's Supper Club.
Wish we could all go there.
by Crabbycakes
4 servings
35 min 15 min prep
2 lbs tilapia fillets (orange roughy, cod or red snapper can be
substituted)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt (I like Old Bay seasoning here)
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
black pepper
1 dash hot pepper sauce
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In buttered 13-by-9-inch baking dish or jellyroll pan, lay fillets in
single layer.
Do not stack fillets.
Brush top with juice.
In bowl combine cheese, butter, mayonnaise, onions and seasonings.
Mix well with fork.
Bake fish in preheated oven 10 to 20 minutes or until fish just
starts to flake.
Spread with cheese mixture and bake until golden brown, about 5
minutes.
Baking time will depend on the thickness of the fish you use.
Watch fish closely so that it does not overcook.
Makes 4 servings.
Note: This fish can also be made in a broiler.
Broil 3 to 4 minutes or until almost done.
Add cheese and broil another 2 to 3 minutes or until browned.
Thank you Mama's Supper Club in Wisconsin.
Nutrition Facts
Calculated for 1 serving (283g)
Recipe makes 4 servings
Calories 420
Calories from Fat 203 (48%)
Amount Per Serving %DV
Total Fat 22.6g 34%
Saturated Fat 11.3g 56%
Polyunsat. Fat 3.4g
Monounsat. Fat 6.1g
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 157mg 52%
Sodium 472mg 19%
Potassium 729mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 4.2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g 0%
Sugars 1.1g
Protein 50.7g 101%
Vitamin A 484mcg 9%
Vitamin B6 0.4mg 19%
Vitamin B12 3.9mcg 65%
Vitamin C 4mg 7%
Vitamin E 0mcg 2%
Calcium 170mg 17%
Magnesium 68mg 17%
Iron 1mg 8%
Alcohol 0.0g Caffeine 0.0mg
detailed view...
how is this calculated?

Wow..I hope you realize what you have accomplished Robin. You talk about
going by work for a flu shot and how your 6 year old won't let you out of
her sight, etc. Of course you are tired. You are 9 days post op, home
already and even if you didn't have the surgery you'd be tired after that
long a plane ride. I am so glad one roller coaster is finished and now you
get to ride the new roller coaster. Welcome to the post op club. I am
still waiting for you to tell a newbie of your personal post op experiences.
It won't be long. <g
for you when you told DH you were going to Brazil. G-d really does work in
His own way. W

Robin,
It definitely does get better. Go ahead and "graze" at this stage, to get in as
much protein as you can. And drink as much as you can. If you are like me
(yeah, I know, YMMV) it won't be long before you will be able to eat enough in
three meals a day.
Take a hot bubble bath and a nap.
You can clean house in a month.
:)
Nina Wright
Robin <jkrdrmom@...
Hi,
I just read the dr. simpson wls site where he talks about what foods
to eat and when.
I am not able to eat 3 meals a day! If I don't eat every 3 hours
MINIMUM I get nauseated and sick. Is that just because I am still
new?
I can NOT eat much meat at all. Fish YUCH!!!!!!!! I was not a big
fish lover before, but I did like tuna and some mild types like
talapia etc... But now the thought of even the smell makes me sick.
I do not know when I will be able to get enough protein in. I HATE
those protein bars also. They leave a terrible taste in my mouth. I
am going to check into the clear tasteless protein someone
mentioned. I hope it works! I can eat string cheese sometimes and a
small amount of peanut butter.
UGH!!!! I would have NEVER believed that eating would be such a
hassle! I would have NEVER guessed that the thought of eating meat
would make me sick! I would have never guessed I would have so much
trouble with getting in enough food! Why can't life ever be easy. I
can't win being FAT or being on the losing side.
Maybe it will all get easier with some time. I have heard many hear
say that. I truely truely hope so! I NEED to eat better to get my
health and strength back. I feel like a wet dish rag after even the
most basic things. Like taking a shower and getting dressed. Or
just unpacking a bag or walking from the car to the elevator at work.
I have to get things back to "normal" here at home. I hate relying
on my mother to do so much. I hate not having the energy to wash my
own laundry. My bathroom is filthy and needs a good cleaning! I
don't think anyone else is likely to clean it!
Oh POOH!!! My antidepressants have not kicked in yet! I can tell! I
just want to sit and cry! I hate feeling like that! I was looking
at my work schedule and getting very nervous! I am afraid I have
bitten off more than I can chew (I am famous for doing that! Just ask
my DH!) I am afraid I have "gotten myself into another fine mess"
I know how lucky I have been to have this surgery and how badly I
needed it. I know logically and statistically I will succeed better
than ever before. I tell myself that, but than that darn little
devil inside me has to speak up and throw doubts in my mind.
Thanks for all the help everyone! It is helpful just to get all
the "garbage" out by whining for a while. I hope I am not scaring
anyone off! I would do it again (I think!) I just need to RELAX!!
Robin
249/229/130's
ending day 9 post op (I know that I am just a NEWBIE!!!)

Protien recipes that has come through the group before. Hope a few
work for you. You may also want to try Da Vinci sugar free syrups.
They have a rasberry one that is awesome in chocolate shakes..
Marilynn
Chocolate Fudge Shake
2 scoops ProScore 100 chocolate
2 T chocolate fudge sugar free pudding mix
8 oz water
5 large ice cubes,
tiny silver spoon (optional)
Blend ProScore, pudding and water, add ice cubes, blend till crushed
with ice slivers still un-melted, pour into insulated cup (makes
about 16 oz) and eat it with a tiny silver spoon.
Chocolate OrangeSicle
1 1/2 scoops ProScore 100 chocolate
1/2 Scoop OrangeSicle protein powder
8 oz water
Shake very well
Chocolate Peanut Butter Death
2 scoops PS100 Chocolate Protein Powder
8 oz Cold Water
2 tsp Chocolate SF Pudding Mix
1 packets Splenda
1 Generous splash (probably 1 1/2 ounces) of SF DaVinci Peanut
Butter Syrup
1 Generous splash (probably 1 1/2 ounces) of SF DaVinci Cookie Dough
Syrup
1 Heaping Tablespoon (Daloop) of Fat Free Cool Whip Light
1 Heaping Teaspoon of Reduced Fat Creamy Peanut Butter
approx. 6 oz of crushed ice
Mix until entirely smooth - pour - sit back and enjoy pure
indulgence
Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 tbs. peanut butter
1 cup skim milk
2 handfuls ice
Blend thoroughly
Chocolate Raspberry Shake
2 scoops ProScore 100 chocolate
8 oz water (or skim, lactaid or soy milk) sugar free raspberry syrup
Blend and enjoy
Chocolate Vanilla Swirl
1/2 scoop chocolate protein powder
1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder
splash Vitamite
splash water
ice
Blend thoroughly

Hi,
I just read the dr. simpson wls site where he talks about what foods
to eat and when.
I am not able to eat 3 meals a day! If I don't eat every 3 hours
MINIMUM I get nauseated and sick. Is that just because I am still
new?
I can NOT eat much meat at all. Fish YUCH!!!!!!!! I was not a big
fish lover before, but I did like tuna and some mild types like
talapia etc... But now the thought of even the smell makes me sick.
I do not know when I will be able to get enough protein in. I HATE
those protein bars also. They leave a terrible taste in my mouth. I
am going to check into the clear tasteless protein someone
mentioned. I hope it works! I can eat string cheese sometimes and a
small amount of peanut butter.
UGH!!!! I would have NEVER believed that eating would be such a
hassle! I would have NEVER guessed that the thought of eating meat
would make me sick! I would have never guessed I would have so much
trouble with getting in enough food! Why can't life ever be easy. I
can't win being FAT or being on the losing side.
Maybe it will all get easier with some time. I have heard many hear
say that. I truely truely hope so! I NEED to eat better to get my
health and strength back. I feel like a wet dish rag after even the
most basic things. Like taking a shower and getting dressed. Or
just unpacking a bag or walking from the car to the elevator at work.
I have to get things back to "normal" here at home. I hate relying
on my mother to do so much. I hate not having the energy to wash my
own laundry. My bathroom is filthy and needs a good cleaning! I
don't think anyone else is likely to clean it!
Oh POOH!!! My antidepressants have not kicked in yet! I can tell! I
just want to sit and cry! I hate feeling like that! I was looking
at my work schedule and getting very nervous! I am afraid I have
bitten off more than I can chew (I am famous for doing that! Just ask
my DH!) I am afraid I have "gotten myself into another fine mess"
I know how lucky I have been to have this surgery and how badly I
needed it. I know logically and statistically I will succeed better
than ever before. I tell myself that, but than that darn little
devil inside me has to speak up and throw doubts in my mind.
Thanks for all the help everyone! It is helpful just to get all
the "garbage" out by whining for a while. I hope I am not scaring
anyone off! I would do it again (I think!) I just need to RELAX!!
Robin
249/229/130's
ending day 9 post op (I know that I am just a NEWBIE!!!)

Thanks for the URL and all the support and advise, I am going to go
look and see what doctor simpson suggests.
Robin G

***from Kristy: Made these last week and got 7 servings out of it
(slightly more than 2 oz. per burger). They are tasty.
Enjoyed mine cut up, mixed with shredded lettuce and made a "mock Big
Mac Sauce" (lite) to toss it with ground turkey has approx. 100 cal.
and 11g of protein per 2 oz.
Tasty Turkey Burgers Recipe #20731
My favorite recipe for turkey burgers. Just enough seasonings to make
them sooo much tastier than just plain old turkey burgers, plus the
bread crumbs and other added ingreds. "bulk up" the turkey, helping
you to get more bang for your buck. I always have a few of these in
the freezer for summer barbeques when I don't care to eat beef
hamburgers (I have been known to tote one or two of these along with
me to family barbeques to throw on the grill whenever I know that
beef burgers are going to be the only main dish)
by Manda
6 servings
20 min 10 min prep
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs (I use whole wheat)
3 tablespoons onions, minced
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon liquid red pepper seasoning (optional)
black pepper, to taste
1. Combine all ingredients in large bowl.
2. Shape into 6 patties.
3. Pan-fry, broil, or grill until lightly browned and cooked
through, about 5 minutes per side.

thanks Bryan,

we dont have a CVS here . so i will have to experiment

thanks,

sharon xoxo

This was way too funny......still laughing at this...oh way toooo funny!!!!

Love your humor

Penny

Well...I went by my work today to get a free flu shot and to say
hello. I am now exhausted. I tried to go earlier in the day, but by
the time I had a shower, fixed my hair, changed my dressing and got
ready I was over hungry and nauseated and very tired. So I rested a
while. Doing any major thing takes all my energy. You just can't
imagine how much this surgery takes out of you. You here people say
they are tired etc... but you just don't know!
I am still playing with my tummy and it's whims! I really is like a
baby! I HAVE to eat something about every 3 hours or I get nauseated
from the stomach grumbling. I am taking my nexium daily, but so far
don't see any real difference. When I eat, I am still only able to
eat about 2-4 ounces of anything at once. I am eating most brothy
type soups with small amounts of chicken or small carrots, pasta,
rice. Last night my aunt made a really good beef stew and the meat
was so tender I was able to get some down OK with a few bites of
potatos and carrots and broth. I am really enjoying crackers with
peanut butter (the kind premade in packages) The entire 6 cracker
package lasts for MORE than a day. I have to chew and chew but they
really make my tummy feel happy. I am still eating low fat yogurt,
string cheese and jello (jello here in the US taste totally
different!). I got some fat free cool whip to put on top and it is
like desert (almost too sweet) and I can't eat much at all. I am
trying to get a variety in so I can see what works well with my
tummy. I am drinking water but still need to get in more (I like it
best with ice in it) My zoloft does not seem to bother my tummy. I
am going to start vitamins tomorrow I think and see how that goes.
My watery stool are not as bad now, but I still have them. My
hemmeroids are better now that I am here and using the tucks and
preperation H. My incision looks fine as does the drain hole. The
hole is about the size of a dime right now. My incision does itch
like crazy sometimes, but mostly around where the tape and skin
meet.
My favorite slip on shoes that I wear to work just FALL off my feet
now. Why is it, that the first place you lose weight is the last
place you really care about? Just my luck! Also, my bras are
getting very roomy.
I tried a bit of pumpkin pie and did not like the feeling (tasted too
sweet!). Peach nector in the states is NOT the same as in Curitiba!
BUMMER! My hands and feet are always cold now, but am still having
lots of hot flashes (I guess from the hormone adjustements) One
minute I am freezing to death and the next I am drenched!
The people at work said they could see I lost weight in my face! OH
JOY!!! If only my tummy would not look like I am about 7 months
preggo! I guess that will come later. I have to be patient.
I can't weight for the frequent nausea to go away and the attacts of
severe fatigue. But over all I feel a lot better than I did a few
days ago. I do notice my skin is very dry now so I will start
concentrating on drinking as much as I can and using lots of lotion.
My kids are happy I am home. I am happy to be home, but the do have
a lot of energy all of a sudden! My poor 6 year old won't let me out
of her site now! She is practically attatched to me when she is
home. And like any 6 year old she NEVER stops talking! My brain is
tired just thinking about it!
Well....I am going to take a nap now before the critters all come
home from school soon. I am lucky to have my mother around and my DH
to help so I can rest. I have to start back at work in about 2 weeks
time so I need to get on the fast track or the express healing mode
ASAP!!!!
I hope everyone in Curitiba is well. I hope everyone else is doing
Fabulous! I can't keep up with posting sometimes because of pure
lack of energy! So I will try to post more often when I am feeling
less tired.
Robin G
249/229/130's
9 days post op!

But it was an honest one...LOL

Granny Penny in San Diego

***from Kristy H.: I've really enjoyed having these in the freezer
(we pre-cooked them - did not freeze raw). I just pop out 2 at a
time (2 oz. or a little more), nuke them on a lower power setting for
a couple of minutes, chop them up and mix with a tbsp. or so low-
sugar spaghetti sauce and top with a little parmesan/mozzarella, then
heat until melted. Also, as suggested, sliced they make a nice
topping for something like low-carb tortilla pizza. Again, 2 oz.
ground turkey alone = approx. 100 cal., 11g protein. If I bake the
meatballs, I usually turn the oven on around 400, put meatballs into
a pyrex dish, bake 15 min., flip over and bake another 15. (you do
not have to use the whole amount of butter suggested for turkey
meatballs - and it can be lite butter/marg.)
Kittencal's Melt-In-Your-Mouth Parmesan Meatballs Recipe #69173
I have been making these meatballs for over 20 years, they are the
absolute best you will ever have. For delicious *turkey* meatballs
just substitute melted butter for the milk. Prepare into meatball
shapes, and freeze on a cookie sheet for later use if desired, or
just drop them uncooked into simmering pasta sauce, soups or stews
but do not stir until the meatballs are almost cooked through or they
will break apart ;-) (OR bake them in the oven or fry.)
by KITTENCAL
1 1/2
pounds
1 1/2 lbs lean beef OR GROUND TURKEY (or a mixture of beef,
pork and veal)
1 large egg, slightly beaten
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (can use more)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (can use more)
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or use 1 teaspoon garlic
powder or to taste)
1-2 teaspoon salt (or to taste, I use 2 teaspoons seasoned
salt as I prefer it better than white salt)
1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
1/4 cup milk (use low-fat or full-fat)
1/2-1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional, or to taste)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or 1-2 teaspoon dried parsley
1. Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.
2. Shape into small meatballs (at this point you can place on a
sheet and freeze to use later, or cover with plastic wrap
refrigerate up to 24 hours before using.
3. You can just drop the meatballs into simmering pasta sauce and
cook them in the sauce instead of baking them or frying them
first (or BAKING) and then adding them, this produces a very soft
textured meatball that just melts in your mouth, or you can bake
or fry them firstly if desired.
4. DELICIOUS!

Sharon,
If you send them could you copy and paste rather than sending a link.
Ally or I won't be able to get them if you send only the link. We can
add them to our files.
Lizanne

Val, you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Kathy B in KC

I saw this on a post from Lisa W and thought I would acknowledge it.
It is so important that we realize that we are really special after
this surgery. We have given up something that was really important
in our lives. We have discussed the transference of addictions. i
think that if you allow yourself to become your own addiction and do
things for yourself.
So this is what I did. I told myself that when I hit 50 pounds out,
I would start getting a pedicure 1 time a month to make sure that I
felt pretty but also because the extra weight is killer on the feet
and legs. I found a woman who does the whole pedicure by hand and
includes a very vigorous massage of my calves so that I know my legs
and feet are getting the attention they need to filter out the
garabage that settles and to increase the blood flow.
My new goal is to get into the 100's. I am not sure what I will do,
but I am leaning toward a detox wrap at a day spa.
the things I am choosing are kinda of expensive, but I am worth it.
These are things that I am doing so that I acknowledge that I have
come so far and that I am in love with myself....because I certainly
didnt love myself before. Perhaps if I know that I am worthy, then I
will not go to destructive habits again.
So, perhaps we can all come up with goals and consequences and
encourage each other to make them. they dont have to be
expensive...it could buying a new scented candle or taking a bubble
bath or anything that your budget can handle. (I know mine will go
way down until Jan. as I have 3 children to purchase Christmas
presents for now!)
The important thing is that they are GOALS, not timelines. They also
can be about things like taking your vitamins or getting your protein
in not just about weight loss....what do you think?
Lisa A

Penny,
Is it worth telling me what she said as I can't see the message? If
not, I'm okay with that.
Lizanne

"Robin" wrote: I FINALLY am home in the good ole USA!
Welcome home!
I have been following your journey with interest. I hope your
results meet your expectations. I know mine have. Take good care of
yourself! Rest, give your body a chance to heal. You will feel
better and more energetic as the weight comes off. I found the
following web page helpful in choosing post-op foods:
http://www.doctorsimpson.com/postdiet-ds.php
Mike Adams
Surgery 6/30/2004
Dr Marchesini
SW / CW / GW
451 / 331 / 250-210
120 lbs gone forever

***This came from Recipezaar. My husband and I love it. Great
quick, easy, tasty way to cook chicken -- eat it as is or debone for
other recipes. Some have said instead of using empty foil balls in
bottom of crockpot, wrap potatoes in foil instead using them to hold
the chicken up - then you'll have an accompaniment to your meal.
CROCKPOT ROTISSERIE CHICKEN
1 whole chicken
Seasoning of choice : Dry rubs are suggested. Seasoned Salt, Lemon
Pepper, you name it.
Use three or four (or more) at least golf-ball sized balls of
aluminum foil and place them in the bottom of your crockpot (or you
may wrap potatoes in the foil - the point is, you want the chicken
up off the bottom of crockpot so heat can circulate around it).
Place well-seasoned whole chicken on top of foil balls.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours. DONE!!!! :)

Quick, easy, yummy. You'll have to research the nutritional info
(based on your chose toppings and brand of low-carb tortilla - I like
Mission brand). I cut mine into 4 triangles, eat half to three-
quarters of the tortilla and just the topping off the last piece).
LOW-CARB TORTILLA PIZZA
1 low-carb tortilla
low sugar spaghetti sauce
mozzarella cheese (as desired, usually a conservative
amount)
maybe a sprinkle of fresh grated parmesan
5 small slice pepperoni, torn up
(or turkey meatball slices, whatever)
finely diced onion
a few black olive slices (maybe some green olives)
a sprinkle of jarred pimento peppers
Turn the BROILER on HIGH. Put the tortilla on a cookie sheet and
broil for approx. 1 min. 15 seconds PER SIDE. Should be crispy (and
sometimes a bit burnt around the very edge). Spread with sauce,
sprinkle cheese, add other toppings. Back under the broiler for
maybe 2 minutes until toppings are melted. DONE!!! (if veggies are
too crisp, sautee them a little, or boil slightly first)

Congratulations!! You made it and then some! From all those nervous
days before - through your surgery and recovery -and now at home
with a 20 lb weight loss, you have led the way. THANKS for your
great descriptions and information. I have a better understanding
of the path I will take because of you. I see my rainbow when I too
will be back home on New Year's. Bless you and keep you well. Take
those vitamins. Drink that water. and post those coming pictures of
your success. You've earned it! and I sure appreciate YOU.
Best wishes,
Patrice Lieb

Oh Val, that sounds yummy. I LOVE salmon. The trick with souffles is not to open
the oven door until the cooking time is up. Other than that, they're dead easy.
Carole
Val McLean <vjmclean@...
Hi Everyone,
While I was fixing dinner tonight, I remembered how good this sat when I was
newly postop and thought I'd share the recipe for those of you having
trouble finding something that you can eat. I always make this with salmon,
but it would probably also work with tuna if you prefer. Hope it helps.
Salmon Souffle
2 T. melted butter or margarine
2 T. flour
1 c. milk
2 well-beaten egg yolks
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. nutmeg
dash pepper
1 - 1 pound can of salmon, flaked
2 stiff-beaten egg whites
Make white sauce of butter, flour and milk cooking over low heat until
thickened. Slowly add small amount of sauce to egg yolks; stir the egg yolk
mixture into the remaining sauce. Add salt, nutmeg, pepper and salmon. Stir
well. Fold in beaten egg whites.
Bake in a greased loaf pan at 325 degrees for about 45 minutes. Garnish with
lemon if desired. Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Don't let the fact that it is a souffle scare you away. It is really pretty
simple to make. Hope you enjoy it!
Val in TX
DS 09/30/03
286/150/135-140?

Oatmeal Cottage Cheese Pancakes Recipe #43072
These are wonderful and are almost too healthy to be true. Lots of
calcium, protein, fiber, etc. I usually eat them without any topping
and just keep popping them in my mouth! Yum. But a good jam will do
them nicely as well.
by bramble
1 servings
15 min 5 min prep
1/2 cup oatmeal
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 egg whites
Blend all ingredients in blender.
Spray skillet with cooking spray and cook just like"silver dollar"
pancakes, a few small ones at a time.
Top with your favorite pancake topping!
Nutrition Facts
Calculated for 1 serving (281g)
Recipe makes 1 servings
Calories 344
Calories from Fat 67 (19%)
Amount Per Serving %DV
Total Fat 7.5g 11%
Saturated Fat 3.4g 17%
Polyunsat. Fat 1.1g
Monounsat. Fat 2.2g
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 646mg 26%
Potassium 451mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 31.4g 10%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g 15%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 34.0g 67%
Vitamin A 171mcg 3%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 6%
Vitamin B12 0.8mcg 12%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Vitamin E 0mcg 0%
Calcium 93mg 9%
Magnesium 80mg 20%
Iron 1mg 10%
Alcohol 1.4g Caffeine 0.0mg

Sounds like me Wendy.
Carole
Wendy Held <w.wendyh@...
I haven't decided if I am renting or buying to keep or sell but I need to
get it early enough so that I can learn how to use it. 99% of my current
computer's functions I don't know how to do and I would be buying it for
watching my soap, watching DVD's, email of course and other stuff. So I
can't wait until the last minute. I need at least a month or so to play
with it. I refuse to jump ahead of myself and plan and set myself up for
disappointment. Would rather put everything on the back burner and then
crash and burn getting ready. I am the type to do term papers the night
before if you haven't guessed. W

Lisa A,
Every Friday the "girls" go out to dinner. It's been happening for
18 years. I have been to a lot of restaurants and have not had any
problems. Initially I asked about sharing, or seniors menus. I
never had a problem. But they weren't "fancy" restaurants. I still
always have leftovers which I have been carrying home. Then I would
end up with a refrigerator full of styrofoam containers. Now, I only
save food that I feel that when reheated will remain moist. I find
that if it's not moist, it's not good for my pouch. That doesn't
mean just leftovers, but anything I eat. I had a chicken, artichoke,
black olive and greens salad last night. I ate about a quarter of
it, put a little in one of the "girls" carry out container with her
pasta, chicken and broccoli, and let the waitress throw the rest
away. Before the surgery, that would have upset me to just throw
food away. I have learned to be brave and just let it go.
Lizanne

I can get into the recipes from the other group...I'll cut and paste
them, so you'll be getting lots of recipes coming your way...
LisaM

Welcome home Robin!
It all gets better from here.
Clear Skies,
Dave in Ohio
Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch by Dr. Marchesini in
Curitiba, Brazil
July 6, 2004
Highest Weight: 450lbs (BMI 72.6)
Surgery Weight: 377lbs (BMI 60.8)
Weight on October 6: 290lbs (BMI 46.8)
Total loss on October 6: -87lbs

sorry the trip home was such an ordeal but glad it is now behind you.
congrats on the weight loss.
now.....take it easy ( as much as you can) for the next couple
weeks......remember not to lift.
blessings.
joanne

Well, we started a quilting group and so far that has not really
taken off yet. But I bet that if we put our hearts in it we could
welcome new babies into this world with a little token. I have never
crocheted a baby blanket. Walmart probably has something I could
tackle. I have a certain pattern that I always use to crochet
blankets because I am really self taught and it's all I know. I
think I will broaden my horizons and try a baby blanket. Judy, when
I actually have completed it, will you give me your address privately?
Lizanne

Safe journey Janie.
will be praying for an uneventful surgery and recovery.
blessings.
joanne

Hi,
I FINALLY am home in the good ole USA!
I left curitiba with DH on tuesday 11/2 at 7pm. We messed up the
time change thing, so had to really rush to the airport with poor
Durval. We were in Michelle's room talking to her and her mom. They
are really both very very sweet. I really enjoyed meeting them and
meeting Kelly. After talking politics with them in Michelles room
and than saying goodbye. We went to Kelly's room to see her. She
looked really really good! We talked for a few minutes and than
there was a knock on the door. I answered it and Durval was there.
He said it was 5pm and time to go. I bet he must have thought DH and
I were nuts. I looked at him like I was MAJOR confused. I thought
it was only 4pm. Anyhow we rushed off to get our bags and leave.
Sorry Kelly! I would have liked to have stayed and chatted more.
The airport was quit and Durval helped us check in. DH and I said
good bye to him and than went to wait for the flight.
The first flight was not that bad, but only about and hour. When we
landed though, I was feeling nauseated and very tired. By the time
we got off the plane, I was misserable and THAN we discovered were
had to take a but to the terminal. The plane had not let us off at
the gate, but on the airfield. There was noplace to sit on the bus,
so I had to stand with DH. It was not fun. By the time we got to
the terminal I was feeling so weak! Of course even though we had
arranged for it, there was NO wheel chair waiting. I sat and made DH
find one. I was a bit on the cranky side at that point! They walked
up to me with this really tiny wheel chair. I barely squeezed into
it but we did make it to the American Airline counter were FINALLY!
people started really have some sense. A guy walked up with a NORMAL
size wheel chair and gave the other guy a kind of "you are really
stupid" look and I heard something about a "child's chair". Anyhow,
the normal size chair was like heaven. We than checked in and than
DH asked about an upgrade. They wheeled us over to the premium
office and the girl there who was very nice made arrangements for
both DH and I to have 3 seats EACH. Things were starting to feel a
lot better. I am NOT very impressed with TAM airlines!
We got to the gate for our 3 hour wait. I was really feeling sick, I
took a dramamine and swollowed too fast YUCK!!!! I was cranky,
tired, sick, sore and basically miserable. I went to the bathroom
and proceeded to throw up which actually hurt, but made me feel a lot
better. The wait for the next flight was long and tiresome with no
place to lay and sleep. But finally we got on the plane. That
flight was about 9 hours to Dallas. The food on the plane was not
good, nothing felt good to my tummy and I was off and on nauseated
the entire flight. I tried to lay down on those 3 seats, but it was
not comfortable. I dozed off and on over that 9 hour flight. I did
ask for hot water at one point and placed a small chicken broth cube
in it. It was basically the best thing I had to eat during that
flight. My mouth was dry the whole time. I sipped lots of water.
We landed in Dallas around 5 AM dallas time. Got another wheel chair
and went through customs and got to our gate. We watched election
coverage while we waited. Everything there was written in ENGLISH, I
went to a McDonalds there and got a big breakfast cuz I was STARVING
and getting sick. I ate a few bits of scrambled egg. I think eggs
in the US taste different than the ones in Curitiba. I ate about 2
tiny bites of sausage, and a tiny bite of the roll. DH got all the
rest because by that point I was feeling very full. I also had some
HOT COCOA that was halfed with skim milk. It was really really good
and warm and comforting. The wait was not bad since we were busy
watching election coverage with a bunch of other people. Our next
flight to St. Louis was fine. We landed in St. Louis about 10am. I
don't remember EVER feeling so happy to be home from a long trip.
Brazil is a really nice country and the people there are very nice
and accomodating. But NOTHING beats being home!
My mom picked us up. We stopped a the grocerie store and I got a few
things. I got a big cup of Chicken soup from the deli. I got home
and ate some soup than went to BED!!!! I slept for a while and than
my kids were finally home from school. It was so nice to finally see
them. My youngest 2 had really missed me and They were very excited
to share EVERYTHING! There enthusiasum was kind of exhausing
though. I took a shower, changed my dressing and than sat around for
a while. Sorry it took me so long to get back with you guys! I was
just so tired I couldn't sit at the computer to type.
It is now 2 am here and I woke up from my tummy grumbling. I ate
some string cheese and 2 other those cheese and peanut butter
crackers you get in those little packages. Those crackers are soooo
good to nibble on! So was the cheese.
I am getting tired again, so I need to go back to bed. I am now 9
days post op. I weighed myself and according to my scale I have lost
20 pounds! I will post more later today. I really appreciate
everyones ongoing support.
Robin G
9 days post op
249/229/130ish
-20

Penny,
You are so right. We have to remember to take advantage of Monica,
and I mean that in a good way. She can't help us if we don't
remember to ask her. That's a reminder that might be good. Every
two days or so we should have a reminder to visit Monica's site.
Lizanne

Patrice, I leave Austin at 1130 am on 11-4. I am still packing trying not to
forget anything. I will think about you. I am ready to get this done so I can
be on the losing side. Hope to see you soon. Janie
austinmoon24 <plieb@...
My EKG came back "not normal." My doctor writes "The presence of
minor EKG abnormalities in a diabetic with a heart CT score of only
20 and with no exercise induced chest pain symptoms makes an
unlikely case for a serious heart condition." Well that sounds OK.
But I'm waiting to hear from Dr. Marchesini to see what he thinks.
Lord will I be grateful to be past my surgery! I will be saving my
life and buying an extra ten years or more. Without it, I would
continue to deteriorate. I can't wait to get on the plane already.
34 days and counting ...
Janie - Hope you make the trip safely!
Kelly - Do you have a computer with you?
Robin - Are you back in the US?
Dave - I never read your new numbers. Did you post them?
Myrtice - I'll be in Curitiba in December.
Since the election I feel so out of it. :(
Patrice

You'll have mine Val. Good luck. Hope your recovery is perfect and
swift!
Patrice

Lisa.. I think he was just kidding....

Pat
Smidgies Mom <lisaatwell1968@...

Are there are a lot of angry people? that is just silly. the only people who should be offended are the people who were unfairly judged and they are all here!

Lisa A

Hi Raphaela
I'm in Curitiba from Dec. 9-29. Put your dates on the calendar for
us.
See you there!
Patrice

Hi everyone,
I'm having my hernia repaired tomorrow and would appreciate prayers if
you're so inclined. The surgeon is doing it lap so hopefully the recovery
won't be too bad. I'll sure be glad to be rid of it!
Thanks!
Val in TX
DS 09/30/03
286/150/135-140?

My EKG came back "not normal." My doctor writes "The presence of
minor EKG abnormalities in a diabetic with a heart CT score of only
20 and with no exercise induced chest pain symptoms makes an
unlikely case for a serious heart condition." Well that sounds OK.
But I'm waiting to hear from Dr. Marchesini to see what he thinks.
Lord will I be grateful to be past my surgery! I will be saving my
life and buying an extra ten years or more. Without it, I would
continue to deteriorate. I can't wait to get on the plane already.
34 days and counting ...
Janie - Hope you make the trip safely!
Kelly - Do you have a computer with you?
Robin - Are you back in the US?
Dave - I never read your new numbers. Did you post them?
Myrtice - I'll be in Curitiba in December.
Since the election I feel so out of it. :(
Patrice

Hi,
My name is Raphaela. I have been lurking for a while, and have gotten
great information and help from this group. It looks like (if
everything goes well) I will be in Curitiba on 11/29 until 12/12. I
will know for sure soon, and will put it on the calender.
Raphaela
NV

San.
I am surprised you still have reflux. Thank Goodness, I no longer
deal with that. They fixed all that when I had the GBS. I do not
know how to help, but if no one has come up with some help by the
time I get to the end of these messages, I too will see what I can
find.
Lizanne
PS. I didn't do what I was supposed to do after the surgery as far
as meds & vitamins. Now I am paying for it. Just put your meds in
one of those pill containers by day. Just take the time to do it.
Put the container near the refrigerator so you will be reminded when
you actually do put food in your tummy. I took mine for a while with
a shake I made with skim milk, banana, ice cubes and splenda. I also
substituted French vanilla international coffee for the banana, and
that was yummy too. You have to force yourself and if necessary,
just handle one pill per "meal".

Hi Everyone,
While I was fixing dinner tonight, I remembered how good this sat when I was
newly postop and thought I'd share the recipe for those of you having
trouble finding something that you can eat. I always make this with salmon,
but it would probably also work with tuna if you prefer. Hope it helps.
Salmon Souffle
2 T. melted butter or margarine
2 T. flour
1 c. milk
2 well-beaten egg yolks
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. nutmeg
dash pepper
1 - 1 pound can of salmon, flaked
2 stiff-beaten egg whites
Make white sauce of butter, flour and milk cooking over low heat until
thickened. Slowly add small amount of sauce to egg yolks; stir the egg yolk
mixture into the remaining sauce. Add salt, nutmeg, pepper and salmon. Stir
well. Fold in beaten egg whites.
Bake in a greased loaf pan at 325 degrees for about 45 minutes. Garnish with
lemon if desired. Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Don't let the fact that it is a souffle scare you away. It is really pretty
simple to make. Hope you enjoy it!
Val in TX
DS 09/30/03
286/150/135-140?

I haven't decided if I am renting or buying to keep or sell but I need to
get it early enough so that I can learn how to use it. 99% of my current
computer's functions I don't know how to do and I would be buying it for
watching my soap, watching DVD's, email of course and other stuff. So I
can't wait until the last minute. I need at least a month or so to play
with it. I refuse to jump ahead of myself and plan and set myself up for
disappointment. Would rather put everything on the back burner and then
crash and burn getting ready. I am the type to do term papers the night
before if you haven't guessed. W

Lisa A,
Maybe there was a glitch when you tried. Try again. I did get an

Well join me in doing the happy dance!!! Just talked to Dr. M and if
all looks good tomorrow at my appointment, I'll get to leave at
10days postop : ) YEAH!!! I am so excited : ) My incision is
draining just a bit but I am feeling great (other than being tired)
and I am totally jazzed at the thought of getting to see my family
sooner- Guess I do like those annoying teenagers afterall : )
-Kelly (six days out and feeling sily!)
p.s. anyone heard from Robin- did she get back ok? : )

on the calendar it shows Andrea being there for surgery with Dr C
and then Patrice gets there the 9th for her DS.
joanne

I voted other. Simply because "health out of control" wasn't quite
applicable. I was almost to the point to where it was going to start the
downward spiral & I didn't want to head down that road.
Lisa W
380/169/160
Lap RNY 6.26.06

Anyone else going to be there durning that time?
I will be there from 12/4 to 12/22.
Myrtice
WA

Not sure how I am going ot make it till NEXT Thursday. I am itching
to get on a plane and go home. I feel fine but I have no desire to
run all over and shop or sightsee. All I can think of is my two
teenagers and their sweetheart dad who's doing everything alone. 8
more days seems totally unbearable. Don't get me wrong- it's not bad
here- it's downright pleasant.
Any ideas on ways to pass the time that aren't going to eat up even
more $$$ than I've already spent on this journey of a lifetime?
Talk to you soon.
-Kelly (six days and stir crazy!)

Kelly, I felt pretty much the same way you do. I did have Ana the taxi driver
take me on one afternoon on a tour of the city and the next day, we left and
were gone all day untill the night going on a tour of the rain forest (train
derailed) and lunch on the beach.
I just found a tv station in english and watched movies all day. Very, very
boring.
Kathy B in KC

This is great news. Now I won't have to pack one for the hospital. I
keep watching the weather to see how hot it is getting turning to
summer in Curitiba. I sweat profusely so I was packing a fan for the
hospital. If I can get one from them there, that will be great.
Thanks for sharing!
Patrice

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/

If you're going to the grocery store, I would love, love, love some
microwave oatmeal- a variety pack would be great or brown sugar. And
some unsweetened applesauce in the little packages or fruit in it's
own juice in any of the little containers. That stuff is hard to
find here since label reading is almost impossible. : )
If you don't have time, don't worry about it. I'll survive. : )
What time do you leave on the 4th? I'm thinking maybr I'll have my
sister overnight you a small UPS envelope to stick in your bags if
you wouldn't mind too much. I am a scrapbooker and stamper and I'd
love to have a few things to play with. Let me know if that'll
work : )
I'll take you for your "last supper" for yo