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1a. Re: Article on gastric bypass and increased risk of alcoholism
From: Sharon Merritt
1b. Re: Article on gastric bypass and increased risk of alcoholism
From: Zandeldm@aol.com
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1a. Re: Article on gastric bypass and increased risk of alcoholism
Posted by: "Sharon Merritt" theskinnycoffee@cox.net faithjcm
Date: Thu Jun 21, 2012 9:27 am ((PDT))
Interesting. I find the opposite. If I drink much at all I get the dumping.
I can drink but slowly and usually with food. And I'm 10 years out so not
expecting any more changes!
Sharon Merritt
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1b. Re: Article on gastric bypass and increased risk of alcoholism
Posted by: "Zandeldm@aol.com" Zandeldm@aol.com
Date: Thu Jun 21, 2012 4:11 pm ((PDT))
In reading this article, I feel Mr. Kahn was simply unable to take
responsibility for his own decisions.
I am a 34 year old woman - having had RNY in November 2007 - weight, 391.
Prior to surgery, I had cut out my alcohol use as I knew it would not be
"advised" after surgery.
Prior to surgery, I worked in a car dealership, and getting ahead (as a
woman) meant hanging out at the local bar on Friday nights with the guys. My
tolerance had always been limited to 2-3 Coronas, which today I understand
to have an alcohol content of approximately 4%.
A little over a year after my surgery, I met a man, who turned out to be an
alcoholic, and we began a relationship of sorts - no further details
necessary, other than to say I found myself trying to "fit in" to his life by
making the conscious decision to drink with him. Woodbridge Chardonnay and
Riunite Lambrusco were my beverages of choice. I had had Lambrusco prior to
my surgery, as well, but never "noticed" any buzz I may have had. If
anything, I think drinking post surgery has been a lesson because I have learned
what a buzz feels like. Though, when that relationship ended, so did my
relationship with wine. Does drinking more frequently - though, this was
neither daily nor weekly, just simply "more frequently", make me an alcoholic?
Ironically, because of my relationship with the man (and of course, the more
complicated details), I found myself becoming very critical of my alcohol
use - but never to blame it as an after affect of my surgery!
In December 2010, 3 years post surgery, I was introduced to a local social
group of Beer Homebrewers. I spend time at their events, and even try the
homemade beverages. I have used the opportunity to learn about how beer is
made, what the difference in styles is, what the average alcohol content for
a style is, and even have a pint from time to time. I've learned that
having a beer once in a while is safer for me than a glass of wine - the
alcohol content is FAR less, and even a Porter style beer (10-13%) is at least 5%
less alcohol content than a cheap glass of wine (15-18%)!
In learning what I have learned, I KNOW how much I can safely drink and how
long the intoxication will impact my abilities. I am beyond careful to
make sure that I drink only when it is safe - in places where I can stay the
night, or with people I trust who know my situation. When I attend club
events, I do so with fun shot glasses from the party store - 1.5 oz is all they
hold, so I can try several different beers without getting buzzed.
Does any of this make me an alcoholic? I don't believe so. But I also take
responsibility for my drinking. I was not introduced to wine or beer
because I had had surgery. I didn't start drinking AFTER I had surgery.
In the article, Mr. Kahn states that he had been able to drink before his
surgery, but he seems to blame the surgery for his ability to drink
afterwards. How about taking responsibility for making the choices to see how far
the limits could be pushed?
One final note which seems important to add: In July 2010, I weighed 240.
At current, I am back up to 280. I have gained weight. Though, I do
acknowledge that the calories from the beer are most likely a part of the weight
gain, I also acknowledge that in 2 years of unemployment, primarily spent at
home GRAZING, many of my food choices have not been as healthy as they
should have been. However, to blame the full weight gain on the alcohol would
be as irresponsible as Mr. Kahn's claim of gaining weight solely due to
drinking alcohol. I know for a fact that had I been faced with 2 years
unemployment sitting on the couch PRIOR to my surgery, I would have gained FAR more
than 40 pounds!
I hope I have not offended anyone. We all have our story, I just get so
frustrated when people blame addiction problems post-RNY on the surgery itself
instead of taking responsibility for their own choices.
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Friday, June 22, 2012
Thursday, June 21, 2012
[After Weight Loss Surgery] Digest Number 2152
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1. WLS in the news
From: MotherOf3
2. Article on gastric bypass and increased risk of alcoholism
From: MotherOf3
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Posted by: "MotherOf3" afterwls@aol.com vicstevens
Date: Wed Jun 20, 2012 9:13 am ((PDT))
Here's a link to an article about WLS being used for 'more' than just obesity...but we knew that! :)
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Posted by: "MotherOf3" afterwls@aol.com vicstevens
Date: Wed Jun 20, 2012 9:24 am ((PDT))
Don't know about you (I had RNY), but I've experienced this...I can drink more wine than I used to because it wears off sooner. I limit my intake, tho.
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Posted by: "MotherOf3" afterwls@aol.com vicstevens
Date: Wed Jun 20, 2012 9:13 am ((PDT))
Here's a link to an article about WLS being used for 'more' than just obesity...but we knew that! :)
-Vic
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Posted by: "MotherOf3" afterwls@aol.com vicstevens
Date: Wed Jun 20, 2012 9:24 am ((PDT))
Don't know about you (I had RNY), but I've experienced this...I can drink more wine than I used to because it wears off sooner. I limit my intake, tho.
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Wednesday, June 20, 2012
[After Weight Loss Surgery] Digest Number 2151
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1a. Back Pain
From: newhmz1
1b. Re: Back Pain
From: Carlena Eddy
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1a. Back Pain
Posted by: "newhmz1" newhmz1@yahoo.com newhmz1
Date: Tue Jun 19, 2012 3:18 pm ((PDT))
Hello All!
I had an RNY exactly 3 years ago. It was very successful. I have lost about 260 lbs and staying steady.
Back in March I started having terrible back pain. I have had MRIs and every test you can think of.
They just started doing injections in my back about 2 months ago.
They help for a short time then I can't hardly move or walk.
The specialist I saw this last week thinks it could be from my hips being out of align from my weight loss. Seveal other Doctors have said it also is from my weight loss????
Anyone had any issues like this??
Please help
Stu
Indiana
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1b. Re: Back Pain
Posted by: "Carlena Eddy" carlenaeddy@gmail.com carlenaeddy
Date: Tue Jun 19, 2012 7:39 pm ((PDT))
We have a friend that is a chiropractor and homeopathic doctor. She is
amazing at getting the body all aligned. Maybe you could find someone like
that to help you.
On Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 3:18 PM, newhmz1 <newhmz1@yahoo.com> wrote:
> **
>
>
> Hello All!
> I had an RNY exactly 3 years ago. It was very successful. I have lost
> about 260 lbs and staying steady.
> Back in March I started having terrible back pain. I have had MRIs and
> every test you can think of.
> They just started doing injections in my back about 2 months ago.
> They help for a short time then I can't hardly move or walk.
> The specialist I saw this last week thinks it could be from my hips being
> out of align from my weight loss. Seveal other Doctors have said it also is
> from my weight loss????
> Anyone had any issues like this??
> Please help
> Stu
> Indiana
>
>
>
--
*Carlena*
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Posted by: "newhmz1" newhmz1@yahoo.com newhmz1
Date: Tue Jun 19, 2012 3:18 pm ((PDT))
Hello All!
I had an RNY exactly 3 years ago. It was very successful. I have lost about 260 lbs and staying steady.
Back in March I started having terrible back pain. I have had MRIs and every test you can think of.
They just started doing injections in my back about 2 months ago.
They help for a short time then I can't hardly move or walk.
The specialist I saw this last week thinks it could be from my hips being out of align from my weight loss. Seveal other Doctors have said it also is from my weight loss????
Anyone had any issues like this??
Please help
Stu
Indiana
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1b. Re: Back Pain
Posted by: "Carlena Eddy" carlenaeddy@gmail.com carlenaeddy
Date: Tue Jun 19, 2012 7:39 pm ((PDT))
We have a friend that is a chiropractor and homeopathic doctor. She is
amazing at getting the body all aligned. Maybe you could find someone like
that to help you.
On Tue, Jun 19, 2012 at 3:18 PM, newhmz1 <newhmz1@yahoo.com> wrote:
> **
>
>
> Hello All!
> I had an RNY exactly 3 years ago. It was very successful. I have lost
> about 260 lbs and staying steady.
> Back in March I started having terrible back pain. I have had MRIs and
> every test you can think of.
> They just started doing injections in my back about 2 months ago.
> They help for a short time then I can't hardly move or walk.
> The specialist I saw this last week thinks it could be from my hips being
> out of align from my weight loss. Seveal other Doctors have said it also is
> from my weight loss????
> Anyone had any issues like this??
> Please help
> Stu
> Indiana
>
>
>
--
*Carlena*
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Saturday, June 2, 2012
[After Weight Loss Surgery] Digest Number 2150
There are 4 messages in this issue.
Topics in this digest:
1a. Re: hi all
From: Nanavamp
1b. Re: hi all
From: dhoney727
1c. Re: hi all
From: SANDI
1d. Re: hi all
From: Verna H
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1a. Re: hi all
Posted by: "Nanavamp" dpaula89@yahoo.com dpaula89
Date: Fri Jun 1, 2012 6:22 pm ((PDT))
Right now I'm dodging a bullet..My surgery was Dec 2010. I made it to 154 from 208. A few pounds found there way back, I am 157.5 right now. I know its emotional eating for me. ex. I enjoy the time at night when everyone goes to bed and I'm not in demand. Around 10PM I settle in the lounger and read my kindle. I started brewing a cup of coffee in my Keurig, adding my favorite creamer...every night. as a treat/ I gave up soda for flavored vita-water.
I am a carbo snacker....crackers or pretzils
I really need to focus and not blindly grazing.. HUGS to all of you
--- In afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com, JenniSmurf205@... wrote:
>
> just wanted to say hi and see how everyones doing. i'm struggling with a
> regain of 50+ lbs. =[ my surgery was aug 2008. any easy tips to get to
> loosing again? also i gotta break the soda habit again. ugh this is gonna be
> sooooo hard.
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
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1b. Re: hi all
Posted by: "dhoney727" no_reply@yahoogroups.com dhoney727
Date: Fri Jun 1, 2012 9:27 pm ((PDT))
Hello all I'm so glad were back up and running. I gave up soda before my surgery and never get the taste for it. The one thing I remember is them explaining to me what soda does to a normal stomach and it makes me remember that it will really mess up my pouch. I have lately faced a big challenge it started 2 yrs ago my sugar drops every blue moon and out of no where the first time it happened I didn't know what was going on and I'm a nurse(lol) I was talking and my words started slurring and I was shaking and sweating so bad my hair was dripping all this in less than five minutes. Another nurse gave me orange juice but because I can no longer gulp it didn't help. She ended up feeding me 2 cookies that worked rite away. Because it has happened at odd times and hour I have started snacking on cookies or candy and now I've gained some weight back. Which is very upsetting. All my labs have been done and nothing was found I take my blood sugar when I can catch it before the shakes start to see how low it is and it only like 75/80 which according to the ADA isn't low but for me it is. If anyone out there in our group who has faced this and found a solution please help me my doctor can't and no I was never a diabetic before my weight lose. I'm 7 yrs post RNGY
--- In afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com, Valana Darrell <msvalentine217@...> wrote:
>
> Actually I would love to give you some advice on the topic, but I'm in the same boat as you. I had my surgery in 2005 and have gained 20 lbs back as of today. My soda habit is creeping back on me slowly but surely. I went from only being able to intake a sip or two a day, to now I'm up a 12oz can a day. Any pointers, I'm all ears.
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
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1c. Re: hi all
Posted by: "SANDI" yorkie7449@yahoo.com yorkie7449
Date: Fri Jun 1, 2012 10:06 pm ((PDT))
I'm not sure if I can help or not. I'm 3 yrs RNY. My husband is a type 2 diabetic. For him he always makes sure to have protein with his carb and takes whey protein shakes like I do. Apples also help him to stay balanced.
Sandi in Ca.
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From: dhoney727 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com>
To: afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 9:27 PM
Subject: [After Weight Loss Surgery] Re: hi all
Hello all I'm so glad were back up and running. I gave up soda before my surgery and never get the taste for it. The one thing I remember is them explaining to me what soda does to a normal stomach and it makes me remember that it will really mess up my pouch. I have lately faced a big challenge it started 2 yrs ago my sugar drops every blue moon and out of no where the first time it happened I didn't know what was going on and I'm a nurse(lol) I was talking and my words started slurring and I was shaking and sweating so bad my hair was dripping all this in less than five minutes. Another nurse gave me orange juice but because I can no longer gulp it didn't help. She ended up feeding me 2 cookies that worked rite away. Because it has happened at odd times and hour I have started snacking on cookies or candy and now I've gained some weight back. Which is very upsetting. All my labs have been done and nothing was found I take my blood sugar when I can
catch it before the shakes start to see how low it is and it only like 75/80 which according to the ADA isn't low but for me it is. If anyone out there in our group who has faced this and found a solution please help me my doctor can't and no I was never a diabetic before my weight lose. I'm 7 yrs post RNGY
--- In afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com, Valana Darrell <msvalentine217@...> wrote:
>
> Actually I would love to give you some advice on the topic, but I'm in the same boat as you. I had my surgery in 2005 and have gained 20 lbs back as of today. My soda habit is creeping back on me slowly but surely. I went from only being able to intake a sip or two a day, to now I'm up a 12oz can a day. Any pointers, I'm all ears.
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
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1d. Re: hi all
Posted by: "Verna H" checkitout521@yahoo.com checkitout521
Date: Sat Jun 2, 2012 2:02 am ((PDT))
Please do not feel as if you are alone. I am just a year out from RNY and noticed the same thing happening to me which started about 3 months post op. I too have not found the "solution" as to why this is happening and I also was not diabetic prior to surgery. I have been to my family MD about it, labs were done and A1-C and blood sugars are still normal. His solution was to "eat more frequently". HA! Well, in doing so, I have already begun to gain weight back and I'm extremely bummed about it. I will say that my lows happen mainly in relation to my menstrual cycle. I started tracking and notice especially the couple days prior to until near the end of my cycle, I will get lows. My "lows" also are not very low, mainly ranging in the 70's-80's although I have had some 60's and once had a 39 but for the most part they are "normal" in accordance with ADA guidelines. I too feel mine and sometimes can even feel the lows once my blood sugar
starts dropping below 100.
Sorry, I can't be of help really but wanted to let you know you are not alone!
Verna
--- On Sat, 6/2/12, SANDI <yorkie7449@yahoo.com> wrote:
From: SANDI <yorkie7449@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [After Weight Loss Surgery] Re: hi all
To: "afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com" <afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012, 1:06 AM
I'm not sure if I can help or not. I'm 3 yrs RNY. My husband is a type 2 diabetic. For him he always makes sure to have protein with his carb and takes whey protein shakes like I do. Apples also help him to stay balanced.
Sandi in Ca.
________________________________
From: dhoney727 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com>
To: afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 9:27 PM
Subject: [After Weight Loss Surgery] Re: hi all
Hello all I'm so glad were back up and running. I gave up soda before my surgery and never get the taste for it. The one thing I remember is them explaining to me what soda does to a normal stomach and it makes me remember that it will really mess up my pouch. I have lately faced a big challenge it started 2 yrs ago my sugar drops every blue moon and out of no where the first time it happened I didn't know what was going on and I'm a nurse(lol) I was talking and my words started slurring and I was shaking and sweating so bad my hair was dripping all this in less than five minutes. Another nurse gave me orange juice but because I can no longer gulp it didn't help. She ended up feeding me 2 cookies that worked rite away. Because it has happened at odd times and hour I have started snacking on cookies or candy and now I've gained some weight back. Which is very upsetting. All my labs have been done and nothing was found I take my blood sugar when I can
catch it before the shakes start to see how low it is and it only like 75/80 which according to the ADA isn't low but for me it is. If anyone out there in our group who has faced this and found a solution please help me my doctor can't and no I was never a diabetic before my weight lose. I'm 7 yrs post RNGY
--- In afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com, Valana Darrell <msvalentine217@...> wrote:
>
> Actually I would love to give you some advice on the topic, but I'm in the same boat as you. I had my surgery in 2005 and have gained 20 lbs back as of today. My soda habit is creeping back on me slowly but surely. I went from only being able to intake a sip or two a day, to now I'm up a 12oz can a day. Any pointers, I'm all ears.
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
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Topics in this digest:
1a. Re: hi all
From: Nanavamp
1b. Re: hi all
From: dhoney727
1c. Re: hi all
From: SANDI
1d. Re: hi all
From: Verna H
Messages
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1a. Re: hi all
Posted by: "Nanavamp" dpaula89@yahoo.com dpaula89
Date: Fri Jun 1, 2012 6:22 pm ((PDT))
Right now I'm dodging a bullet..My surgery was Dec 2010. I made it to 154 from 208. A few pounds found there way back, I am 157.5 right now. I know its emotional eating for me. ex. I enjoy the time at night when everyone goes to bed and I'm not in demand. Around 10PM I settle in the lounger and read my kindle. I started brewing a cup of coffee in my Keurig, adding my favorite creamer...every night. as a treat/ I gave up soda for flavored vita-water.
I am a carbo snacker....crackers or pretzils
I really need to focus and not blindly grazing.. HUGS to all of you
--- In afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com, JenniSmurf205@... wrote:
>
> just wanted to say hi and see how everyones doing. i'm struggling with a
> regain of 50+ lbs. =[ my surgery was aug 2008. any easy tips to get to
> loosing again? also i gotta break the soda habit again. ugh this is gonna be
> sooooo hard.
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
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1b. Re: hi all
Posted by: "dhoney727" no_reply@yahoogroups.com dhoney727
Date: Fri Jun 1, 2012 9:27 pm ((PDT))
Hello all I'm so glad were back up and running. I gave up soda before my surgery and never get the taste for it. The one thing I remember is them explaining to me what soda does to a normal stomach and it makes me remember that it will really mess up my pouch. I have lately faced a big challenge it started 2 yrs ago my sugar drops every blue moon and out of no where the first time it happened I didn't know what was going on and I'm a nurse(lol) I was talking and my words started slurring and I was shaking and sweating so bad my hair was dripping all this in less than five minutes. Another nurse gave me orange juice but because I can no longer gulp it didn't help. She ended up feeding me 2 cookies that worked rite away. Because it has happened at odd times and hour I have started snacking on cookies or candy and now I've gained some weight back. Which is very upsetting. All my labs have been done and nothing was found I take my blood sugar when I can catch it before the shakes start to see how low it is and it only like 75/80 which according to the ADA isn't low but for me it is. If anyone out there in our group who has faced this and found a solution please help me my doctor can't and no I was never a diabetic before my weight lose. I'm 7 yrs post RNGY
--- In afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com, Valana Darrell <msvalentine217@...> wrote:
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> Actually I would love to give you some advice on the topic, but I'm in the same boat as you. I had my surgery in 2005 and have gained 20 lbs back as of today. My soda habit is creeping back on me slowly but surely. I went from only being able to intake a sip or two a day, to now I'm up a 12oz can a day. Any pointers, I'm all ears.
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
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1c. Re: hi all
Posted by: "SANDI" yorkie7449@yahoo.com yorkie7449
Date: Fri Jun 1, 2012 10:06 pm ((PDT))
I'm not sure if I can help or not. I'm 3 yrs RNY. My husband is a type 2 diabetic. For him he always makes sure to have protein with his carb and takes whey protein shakes like I do. Apples also help him to stay balanced.
Sandi in Ca.
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From: dhoney727 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com>
To: afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 9:27 PM
Subject: [After Weight Loss Surgery] Re: hi all
Hello all I'm so glad were back up and running. I gave up soda before my surgery and never get the taste for it. The one thing I remember is them explaining to me what soda does to a normal stomach and it makes me remember that it will really mess up my pouch. I have lately faced a big challenge it started 2 yrs ago my sugar drops every blue moon and out of no where the first time it happened I didn't know what was going on and I'm a nurse(lol) I was talking and my words started slurring and I was shaking and sweating so bad my hair was dripping all this in less than five minutes. Another nurse gave me orange juice but because I can no longer gulp it didn't help. She ended up feeding me 2 cookies that worked rite away. Because it has happened at odd times and hour I have started snacking on cookies or candy and now I've gained some weight back. Which is very upsetting. All my labs have been done and nothing was found I take my blood sugar when I can
catch it before the shakes start to see how low it is and it only like 75/80 which according to the ADA isn't low but for me it is. If anyone out there in our group who has faced this and found a solution please help me my doctor can't and no I was never a diabetic before my weight lose. I'm 7 yrs post RNGY
--- In afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com, Valana Darrell <msvalentine217@...> wrote:
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> Actually I would love to give you some advice on the topic, but I'm in the same boat as you. I had my surgery in 2005 and have gained 20 lbs back as of today. My soda habit is creeping back on me slowly but surely. I went from only being able to intake a sip or two a day, to now I'm up a 12oz can a day. Any pointers, I'm all ears.
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
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1d. Re: hi all
Posted by: "Verna H" checkitout521@yahoo.com checkitout521
Date: Sat Jun 2, 2012 2:02 am ((PDT))
Please do not feel as if you are alone. I am just a year out from RNY and noticed the same thing happening to me which started about 3 months post op. I too have not found the "solution" as to why this is happening and I also was not diabetic prior to surgery. I have been to my family MD about it, labs were done and A1-C and blood sugars are still normal. His solution was to "eat more frequently". HA! Well, in doing so, I have already begun to gain weight back and I'm extremely bummed about it. I will say that my lows happen mainly in relation to my menstrual cycle. I started tracking and notice especially the couple days prior to until near the end of my cycle, I will get lows. My "lows" also are not very low, mainly ranging in the 70's-80's although I have had some 60's and once had a 39 but for the most part they are "normal" in accordance with ADA guidelines. I too feel mine and sometimes can even feel the lows once my blood sugar
starts dropping below 100.
Sorry, I can't be of help really but wanted to let you know you are not alone!
Verna
--- On Sat, 6/2/12, SANDI <yorkie7449@yahoo.com> wrote:
From: SANDI <yorkie7449@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [After Weight Loss Surgery] Re: hi all
To: "afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com" <afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com>
Date: Saturday, June 2, 2012, 1:06 AM
I'm not sure if I can help or not. I'm 3 yrs RNY. My husband is a type 2 diabetic. For him he always makes sure to have protein with his carb and takes whey protein shakes like I do. Apples also help him to stay balanced.
Sandi in Ca.
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From: dhoney727 <no_reply@yahoogroups.com>
To: afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, June 1, 2012 9:27 PM
Subject: [After Weight Loss Surgery] Re: hi all
Hello all I'm so glad were back up and running. I gave up soda before my surgery and never get the taste for it. The one thing I remember is them explaining to me what soda does to a normal stomach and it makes me remember that it will really mess up my pouch. I have lately faced a big challenge it started 2 yrs ago my sugar drops every blue moon and out of no where the first time it happened I didn't know what was going on and I'm a nurse(lol) I was talking and my words started slurring and I was shaking and sweating so bad my hair was dripping all this in less than five minutes. Another nurse gave me orange juice but because I can no longer gulp it didn't help. She ended up feeding me 2 cookies that worked rite away. Because it has happened at odd times and hour I have started snacking on cookies or candy and now I've gained some weight back. Which is very upsetting. All my labs have been done and nothing was found I take my blood sugar when I can
catch it before the shakes start to see how low it is and it only like 75/80 which according to the ADA isn't low but for me it is. If anyone out there in our group who has faced this and found a solution please help me my doctor can't and no I was never a diabetic before my weight lose. I'm 7 yrs post RNGY
--- In afterweightlosssurgery@yahoogroups.com, Valana Darrell <msvalentine217@...> wrote:
>
> Actually I would love to give you some advice on the topic, but I'm in the same boat as you. I had my surgery in 2005 and have gained 20 lbs back as of today. My soda habit is creeping back on me slowly but surely. I went from only being able to intake a sip or two a day, to now I'm up a 12oz can a day. Any pointers, I'm all ears.
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
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