Food Help..Gastric Bypass

[bigcraig]

I was just reading this through and cannot believe how many people do this surgery.

 

It seems like everyone is doing it.

 

I worked with someone who was trying to gain an extra 15lbs so they can qualify.

 

I know 6 people who did it and 5 weigh more 1 year out than before the surgery.

I have 2 family members a boss and several friends that have done it from 2-10 years out and are maintaining fine.

 

What ever happened to just exercise and eating right?

 

For the morbidly obese diet and excercise does not work long term, the bariatric surgery is a tool to help us get in control. Medical fact courtesy of ABA

Please don't be critical

[DnR]

I was just reading this through and cannot believe how many people do this surgery.

It seems like everyone is doing it.

I worked with someone who was trying to gain an extra 15lbs so they can qualify.

 

I know 6 people who did it and 5 weigh more 1 year out than before the surgery.

What ever happened to just exercise and eating right?

 

Obviously you have never struggled with weight issues. For some of us it isn't about eating right and exercising - I've done that and continue to do that, but my diabetes doesn't go away. I have pounds to lose - but I am more concerned about controlling my blood sugar without medication for the rest of my life.

 

As for those who weigh more - perhaps they were not ready to make a life change and continued to eat like they did prior to surgery.

 

Please don't judge - We all have our struggles.

[Traveling Gram]

Pace yourself - breakfast will be easy as there is always oatmeal, scrambled eggs, fruit, even some bacon. Lunch I usually go for the turkey wrap from deli, maybe just eat the meat. Dinner is much harder because if you don't eat much they want to know why. I do like the soup, not much on salad, maybe some chicken or shrimp. You stay away from beef, rice, pot. They just fill you up. If you want some dessert, they do have sherbert. It's OK to order what you want even though you may only eat a few bites. I have stayed away from steak house because the portions are big and I'm too cheap to waste my $$. I can still drink a glass of wine or beer but it takes a long time. I'm 2 1/2 yrs w/sleeve and while I've only lost about 65 lbs, I do maintain with very little effort.

[TheDINGOateMyBaybay!]

I get a ID card with lapband. If you show it to them they will be able to alter the menu. Instead of "turf", bust have the "surf". This will be my first cruise since the band, and I have been to the steakhouse many times, but I always had steak and lobster. This next time, I will enjoy the escargot and fish if they have it at the SH.

 

Do they have fish (besides lobster) at the SH? Everyone I know gets the steak.

 

Non-steak food porn or link to SH pic thread?

[halos]

Do they have fish (besides lobster) at the SH? Everyone I know gets the steak.

 

 

Sea Bass on occasion and it's very good :)

[Rottweiler Puppy]

What ever happened to just exercise and eating right?

 

Well its evident some folks didn't exercise or eat right, thats how they got there and I am sure they know full well how they got there. I have no idea what its like to have an eating disorder so I don't know who hard it is and cant judge. I am guessing some folks CANT exercise due to the weight they put on.

 

Eating right and exercising is easier said then done for many people unfortunately. This at least gives them a chance to slim down and eat better.

 

Sure most will probably regain the weight, but if it offers a chance, its worth it. Its up the the person if the chance was worth it or not.

[gfy012]

Congratulations! I am 10 years out, and despite the inconveniences, am so glad I had surgery.

Happy cruising!

;)

 

Here is my picture. I have lost 175 lbs., have a normal BMI, have lost well more than 100" and have gone from a size 30 to a size 12. It is the BEST thing I have ever done, but it was a huge learning curve in patience with myself and RE-learning how to eat. I

 

 

 

Congrats! You look great!

[grandbev]

@dnr...my daughter and daughterinlaw both had the surgery..if there is a children's price for the steakhouse with the doctors note. You will be able to pay the reduced price at most restaurants as my daughter I law did...best of luck with the surgery. As a diabetic myself I can tell you that weight loss makes a big difference. I had open heart surgery in March and lost some weight. My A1C went down and my insulting dose did too. I am now doing weight watchers to try to get rid of all the meds. Have an easy rrecovery and enjoy your cruise.

[funfamilyof6]

Really stupid question...if you eat the same foods you would eat with the surgery and not have the surgery would you still lose the same amout of weight???

[TheDINGOateMyBaybay!]

For most people, we do NOT eat the same foods after that we did before.

 

 

Really stupid question...if you eat the same foods you would eat with the surgery and not have the surgery would you still lose the same amout of weight???

[funfamilyof6]

For most people, we do NOT eat the same foods after that we did before.

 

I don't think you understood what I was asking, I'm sorry if I didn't word it properly. I'll ask my question in a different way.

 

Let's assume we have 2 identical twins who weigh the same, one has the surgery and one doesn't. If they both eat the same exact foods and exercise the same, will they both lose the same amount of weight? :confused:

[melli_fera]

Here is my picture. I have lost 175 lbs., have a normal BMI, have lost well more than 100" and have gone from a size 30 to a size 12. It is the BEST thing I have ever done, but it was a huge learning curve in patience with myself and RE-learning how to eat. I wish you well. Hopefully you will have a totally different view on food after the surgery--that's what happened to me--it was so bizarre. Wheeled into the surgery suite as a foodie and a fatty, and woke up not caring about food at all. Now, it is NOT about the food even still. Let me know if I can help. I have other resources if you would like to check them out--let me know :) P.S. My friend who also had Roux-en-Y surgery was diabetic and after surgery has never taken meds again. It's awesome!

 

 

 

Wow Debra! You look amazing!!! I'm all emotional here, as I've been considering surgery for myself (and worrying about life and cruising post-procedure).

[DnR]

I'm all emotional here, as I've been considering surgery for myself (and worrying about life and cruising post-procedure).

 

I get ya! I am anxious about it, but I know how much more enjoyable my life will be when it is all said and done. Take your time with you decision.

[melli_fera]

I don't think you understood what I was asking, I'm sorry if I didn't word it properly. I'll ask my question in a different way.

 

Let's assume we have 2 identical twins who weigh the same, one has the surgery and one doesn't. If they both eat the same exact foods and exercise the same, will they both lose the same amount of weight? :confused:

 

I'm no expert, but this is my take on this.

 

It depends on the procedure. If it's a bypass, I believe the one with bypass would lose faster and probably more. This is because your body would now absorb less of the food you're eating, in addition to physically preventing you from eating more.

 

With lap band and sleeve, they'll probably be similar, since lap band is only restrictive (physically preventing you from eating more).

 

It's a tool that's meant to help prevent you from eating more than you should. The difference in the identical twin scenario is that one twin can sneak off and eat ho hos without consequence, when the other would not be able to get and keep ho hos down.

[matj2000]

I've seen you post negative comments on this topic on different boards. Do you go looking for this topic just so you can be so negative?

 

 

It is not being negative at all, just telling my point of view.

I am just not a "pro-surgery" person.

I work in a hospital and see plenty(not all) of people who don't take care of themselves, make poor lifestyle choices and come in when it all catches up with them.

Then they want to be "fixed".

Soon after that they go back to the same lifestyle, come back and want to be fixed again.

Starts to become a pattern....

[mikel24m]

So I will be having gastric bypass surgery in October and cruising during Christmas for my in-laws 50th wedding anniversary. We are hoping that my bypass will eliminate my diabetes (right now, about 90% of people having bypass TOTALLY eliminate the need for insulin!)

 

We plan on taking them to the steakhouse and was thinking about the Chef's table. I will be 10 weeks post-op and will be able to eat regular food, but of course not much. If I go to the steakhouse, does anyone know if I have to pay the $35 if I'm not eating a regular meal. I will probably just be picking from my husband and mothers plate since i can't eat more than a 1/2 cup of food. Do you know if there are children's portions?

 

Anyone been through bypass and cruise? Any helpful hints or suggestions?

 

we have never done the steakhouse but my first thoughts were if you go to the chefs table you can try everything and eat smaller portions .Eat what you like and pass on the other items and still be part of the experience

[lillian marie]

I would not go to the steakhouse or chefs table 10 weeks post op from surg. I'd stay with lighter food choices. I haven't had the procedure but have worked with people who have had this surgery. You really do not want to overeat or be tempted to do so. I really hope it does reverse your diabetes, it has been very successful in doing so for many. Have a great trip. Talk to your health care professional or dietician about this and get their opinions on menu choices. If they suggest low fat or other dietary restrictions you can call CCL customer service before you cruise and they will help you have a healthy menu-you will choose your food on board. Yet if you call they contact the ship and when you board and speak with the dining room it's easier.

[spleenstomper]

I know several people who have had this done, and I personally can't see any way you would be able to eat at A steak house 10 weeks post op. I know a person who one year later is still eating chex mix because that is all she can keep down, but maybe she is the exception.

 

The majority of people I know did lose a lot of weight, but the recovery was rough. It is sort of 50/50 gastric bypass and lap band, so I can't comment on the differences. Lots of dumping, nausea, gagging, etc.

 

But good luck with it. I know it does indeed help most.

[DnR]

OK - so it looks like the consensus is to not do the steakhouse and maybe do the chefs table.

 

Thank you for all of your input - I appreciate it.

[Mekamax]

I haven't had the surgery. I am a pretty small person but looking at food I can gain weight so it is not a priority with me. Just wanted to mention off your original post that if you want to do things with the in laws how about more active things instead of food related things? Like do the Behind the Scenes Tour - it was awesome. We haven't ever gone to the Steakhouse or the Chef's Table. Too much money all wrapped up around food which I can't even get a doggy bag from and enjoy at home for a few more meals. If we spend money on tours they tend to be more active ones. Not sure how active you will be after surgery but want to wish you luck with the surgery and recovery - the road may be hard but hope it is very beneficial in the future.

[DnR]

I haven't had the surgery. I am a pretty small person but looking at food I can gain weight so it is not a priority with me. Just wanted to mention off your original post that if you want to do things with the in laws how about more active things instead of food related things? Like do the Behind the Scenes Tour - it was awesome. We haven't ever gone to the Steakhouse or the Chef's Table. Too much money all wrapped up around food which I can't even get a doggy bag from and enjoy at home for a few more meals. If we spend money on tours they tend to be more active ones. Not sure how active you will be after surgery but want to wish you luck with the surgery and recovery - the road may be hard but hope it is very beneficial in the future.

 

Thank you! I appreciate your input and well wishes.

[bernman]

Hi Dnr,

 

I know you've recieved a bunch of feedback. So here is a bit more...

 

I had the surgery 12/17/07, my wife had it two and a half years prior. She had no complications from the surgery, but the 1st 6 months were liquid to soft foods and very small amounts. I had some complications (had to leave the hospital with a drain as they nicked an artery). For me, total solid foods took about a year. This is not uncommon. You may want to rethink the steakhouse and even the chef's table. It's all about the protein for the first year while your body "reforms." It will be tough at the beginning, but as we use as our mantra..."Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels."

 

I wish you the best of luck. My e-mail is in the signature if I can answer any other questions. I will always remember what my surgeon told be during the time leading up to the surgery. This surgery cures everything from the neck down. Any demons in your mind will not be touched by the surgery. Counselling is key before you have the surgery and often after as well.

[laurenpie]

I've had similar, had the sleeve gastroectomy 4 years ago...

Carnival were wonderful in the sense that I did not need to explain why I could not eat all my food in the MDR, or if I wanted a smaller serve they also were accomodating about that.

 

Just because you mentioned Chefs Table/Steakhouse, I personally think Steakhouse would be ok... You'd just have to take it really slow, and not eat 100% of all your food. (for instance, if you get a Steak there, I think you may struggle)

 

Chefs Table may be ok if you pick at it, or just ask the chef for a lot smaller portions than everyone else gets.

[bigcraig]

Hi Dnr,

 

I know you've recieved a bunch of feedback. So here is a bit more...

 

I had the surgery 12/17/07, my wife had it two and a half years prior. She had no complications from the surgery, but the 1st 6 months were liquid to soft foods and very small amounts. I had some complications (had to leave the hospital with a drain as they nicked an artery). For me, total solid foods took about a year. This is not uncommon. You may want to rethink the steakhouse and even the chef's table. It's all about the protein for the first year while your body "reforms." It will be tough at the beginning, but as we use as our mantra..."Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels."

 

I wish you the best of luck. My e-mail is in the signature if I can answer any other questions. I will always remember what my surgeon told be during the time leading up to the surgery. This surgery cures everything from the neck down. Any demons in your mind will not be touched by the surgery. Counselling is key before you have the surgery and often after as well.

Very well said and great advice

[lillian marie]

I'd talk to your doctor or dietician before you makes any decisions. You may still be on a special diet. As the previous poster said you may be on a highly liquid or soft diet. I'd also make sure your MD. approves of your travel out of the US. This is serious surgery and I'd wait until at least 5-6 months post op to leave the country. If you do travel it is very important that you follow your MD's directions completely. I'd never eat anything in a port off the ship for fear of food poisoning, etc. You are having major surgery.