Gastric Sleeve | Post-Op | Liquid Diet | Survival Tips | Weight Loss Surgery

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[@sevilayp9696]

„Especially when you have food addiction it feels like you cant ever est again“ you took the wordsss out of my mouth.. im 4 days post op and this is excactly what i was thinking and feeling this video is what i needed thank you so much

[@nimra85]

I’m about to go for the sleeve and all these fears are so real for me. To hear you say “give yourself grace” is probably the best advice I have come across so far. Much love to you for this video

[@DontdoitNursing]

How did it go?

[@TaysBookTalk]

Thank you for this video. It made me cry. I’m 5 days post op and it’s so hard. ❤

[@oliviac3449]

I’m 1 month away from surgery and genuinely grateful I came across your video 🙏❤️ Thank you

[@raeanndeegan2910]

Thank you for this video! I’m 5 days out and I have so many emotions. I feel so weak, exhausted, sad and depressed. I’ve been sleeping a lot and it’s causing more depression... I really needed this video. So thank you!!

[@spin2643]

Yesssss me too. I’m 8 days out. 😢😢😫😫 it’s so hard. I hate to admit it but I really have been questioning myself. 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@spin2643]

@RaeAnn Deegan how are u getting all your liquids in?

[@raeanndeegan2910]

S Pin I instantly regretted surgery a day afterwards. But it’s slowly getting better. I finished my first week of the fluid diet, I have 1 more week to go. (I really want eggs!!) but what has helped me especially with protein intake was making my own protein smoothies! I’m sick of the premier protein and I can’t handle it. My smoothies consist of: Unflavored whey protein powder, some light Greek yogurt, 1% milk, ice, vanilla extract, and some fresh fruit like strawberries & bananas all purred in the blender. I definitely feel a lot better now that I’m getting my protein in. I feel less weak! I hope this helps!

[@raeanndeegan2910]

S Pin and just make sure to constantly sip on water and/or zero cal gatorades.

[@spin2643]

@RaeAnn Deegan thanks so much for responding and yes I know exactly how u feel. We’ll get there. I just wanna eat period. I was told I could have eggs as long as they’re puréed. But I’ve been getting my protein the last 2 days from Taco Bell (believe it or not) we can have the beans and cheese bowl they have. 😋 the closest I can get to food right now. Stay strong. I’m praying for u. ❤️

[@nataliethatsall6797]

I just found this. I just got surgery 2 weeks ago and let me tell you ITS HARD. it is not easy to watch people eat and my cravings are so real. I’ve been so so sad and tired. I try my best to look at the bright side and thank you so much for posting this at least. I know I’m not the only one!

[@jazzlee4310]

I know this video is 4 years old but this has helped me so much and has resonated with me so much. I am becoming so sad on this liquid diet I’m on say 8 of 14 and I am struggling. I haven’t cheated on the diet and I’m doing everything asked of me but mentally I’m struggling 😢. This too shall pass I know I’m trying my best to hold on and be positive.

[@mama27f]

Had mine 3 days ago not that bad but I'm liquids for 2 weeks then baby food then solids the 4th phase

[@kathy.d9]

Wowww this explains so much, I’ve been so emotional lately omg. I literally balled my eyes out this morning for no reason at all.

[@lesliepb77044]

I am so happy I came across this video! I am 5 days post op & I was feeling a bit miserable... After watching your video I am so calm and at ease with myself Thank you

[@La_vida_es1sola]

Thank you for this video and for saying what you did, to have grace in yourself and just all that you had to say. I had my surgery done 6 days ago and it’s been one hell of a ride. I am so glad I came across your channel! I’ll be going through all your videos :)

[@MyLevel10Life]

Aww thank you! Good luck in your recovery, my friend!💜

[@danaparciak8390]

I am loving your videos. Considering gastric sleeve and getting as much info as possible prior to. I love how OCD organized you are! That plays to my heart! Giving grace!! Best advice....EVER!

[@beefyburritoboy9675]

Sleeved on 2/3 and I was in so much pain but I’m finally on the up swing of things and I’m ready to do this!!

[@miluskatamayo9585]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who felt like this thank you for the advice and knowing its not just me 🤍 this video really helped thanks💪🏼

[@deebee9151]

I'm being worked up for my op now and I feel like I'm facing a food funeral like you said. It's hard to not completely lose all control and eat whatever I want right now. I'm anxious about how it'll feel after the op.

[@melanieh7027]

Thank you SO MUCH for your channel. I’m 5 days post op and these have helped me exponentially. I’m binging your entire journey.

[@irektaflinski5449]

Oh my !! This is how I feel a week away from surgery!!!! Thank you!!

[@Lexieplusthree]

I just got my surgery date today! Less than one month to go! ❤️

[@MyLevel10Life]

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[@teresamata2124]

I’m sorry I do not have Facebook

[@pamelaj1596]

My boyfriend ate fast food the whole time in the hospital. I was like you’re on a bariatric floor with people with food addiction and just eating whatever

[@ayyncee29]

I needed to see this video today ... 5 days post op

[@yeseniamolina3553]

Here after 5 days of post op and I really needed to hear this...

[@shellyv2634]

I haven’t eaten real food in a week and I am dying I literally just cried about smelling beans

[@823lou]

This is my first day home thank you for this I'm needing this its only my first day home and this is so hard

[@daniellepoland9327]

I’m 4 days post op this is so helpful and inspirational

[@lara8698]

I'm 5 days post op and the hardest thing is taking milky supplements that the hospital gave me on discharge day. God, the stuff is awful, but it's full of protein and multivitamins so I understand I'm supposed to take it twice a day. The protein drinks I'm supposed to start only from week 3. It seems to be different for everybody. I've no appetite and in general I find it easy to stay on liquid diet.

[@Butttercup22]

I’ve been so bad!!!!! 6 days po and I ATE TATER TOTS!!!! I couldn’t help myself! I was so freaking hungry for something solid and it sounded so damn good…. Soooo dumb! I don’t wanna hurt myself!

[@MyLevel10Life]

Hey! You're human! Listen to your body, by all means don't hurt yourself. But, eat! You're allowed to eat! But, please listen to that body of yours. I would hate for you to feel awful because of what you're eating. So, you did it. It's over now, have you changed gears and gone back to a better post op diet for you? I know you got this, friend. It's going to be okay!🙌

[@Ipressedreset]

You are such an inspiration! I’m going through the process of having my surgery scheduled. I have legit watched all of your videos!! Thank you

[@amnajan6465]

I love that i found you.. thank you so much!!!! I will have my surgery on 17 may! Wish me luck ...thank you for your videos..

[@NaeNae1628.]

I went to EOC(new name) and my surgery was 1 week ago today and I am dying. I have been chewing up food and spitting it out. Food addiction is real 😩

[@kuroe-chan5190]

I just had my DS yesterday ☺️ did so well no pa7! Ate a”” just tenderness. I’m drinking water easily and broths. But I feel like the pain and mental struggle ones I go home . I keep telling my self I will get to eat soon (4wks) I’m excited for purred lol

[@MrPoppoppoppo]

My surgeon had me on a 6 week post op liquid diet. It was rough...

[@abstractoriginal5011]

God help me! I’m 3 days post op and I want to chew my food!!! I want to eat. I’m starving too.

[@gotem5329]

This helped me soo much !!! I was having a day . This reassured me it’s not forever lol .

[@DontdoitNursing]

I had to go on a 3 week liquid diet currently finished week 1 starting week 2 and it’s mentally exhausting, food is everywhere. Your family eating such good foods you don’t even have an appetite for broth. You have to force yourself to eat and even drink because you get tired of drinking fluids…😢

[@steviemaydavies4825]

I’m about a month away from having surgery and I have so many questions. But as soon as I’m talking to the doctors ask my questions disappear. Thank you so much for this video

[@hillbillygibbons7552]

I have my surgery the 28th of this month. Thanks for the videos. I learned several things here that I hadn’t even thought of. I have a question, sorta off based. What camera are you using? My surgeon wants me to keep a video diary and yours is very clear and professional looking. Thank you.

[@tiapadgett9155]

I have a juicer. What is the bariatric ideas about juicing in pre and post of liquid phases? Do they have too much sugar or cause digestive distress maybe? I am working on my insurance to-do list for them to pay for my Sleeve and trying to read and watch as much as I can but haven’t seen anything just yet on juicing.

[@MyLevel10Life]

Hey, everyone! If you're new to my channel, I wanted to thank you so much for stopping by! Please subscribe and comment and introduce yourself! I'd love to meet you and help you in any way! :) Thanks so much! xoxo, Erin

[@alexaimaree6039]

Starting my journey and insurance requirements. 6 months till they yay or nay it😍

[@danaeaton929]

I am having my gastric sleeve surgery on 07/19/2021. Thank you for the video.

[@Aprilann871]

How did it go?

[@Keepingitrealwithladtp]

You are so wonderful I just has surgery on 1/12/22 and I'm on the liquid diet it's a lot I'm so hungry I can't take is I'm on it for 14 days 😫 I'm so sad

[@hollycochran7868]

just started following you. I am working towards having the sleeve either November or December. Still have to finish insurance requirements. Love your story! Holly

[@Aprilann871]

Did you get it?

[@loristoneking5711]

Its jt possible to go to smoothie places and pick something as low in sugar as possible?

[@teresamata2124]

Hello Erin, I had surgery on 6/24/21. My biggest issue is acid reflux, gas. This weekend a bout with diarrhea and constipation. Yuck 🤢. How do you know if your guzzling to much or drinking, eating to much. Never knew when I was hungry. This worries me. Could you help me out. Thank you love your videos❤️ty

[@MsBFleur]

Hey I’m 3 day post op and having a hard time with taking my liquids

[@mattie1200]

I love you for this

[@marielavidaloca683]

3 days post op today 🥹

[@loristoneking5711]

Maybe this is a weird question but are their any restarants that have anything on thehr menus for the soft or mechanical stage?

[@reneeblack2783]

I love your honesty. My sleeve surgery is in July and I’m trying to watch all your videos. Is it too early to consider joining your support group?💜

[@MyLevel10Life]

Not at all. It’s incredible community where folks really lean on each other for advice and support. Here’s the link my-level-10-life-community.mn.co/

[@jennifreesjourney9817]

I’m just researching about what life will be like post op. My dietitian at My first appointment asked Me if I would consider it. I got about 150lbs to lose. Where do find out about quantities ?

[@friendlydaisies]

great video. thx!

[@evelynsalcedo8]

I had my surgery on wed 4/7. I’m feeling completely depressed. I feel like my life ended. Like I could never eat again 😩 I’m also extremely scared to loose a lot of weight. Initially I only want to loose a max of 30lb!! Do you have any advise on stopping weight loss?

[@MyLevel10Life]

What’s your starting weight and height?

[@evelynsalcedo8]

@@MyLevel10Life my starting weight was 200 and I’m 5’7 . I already dropped 10lb and it hasn’t even been a full week yet

[@evelynsalcedo8]

Please help

[@a.l.a7901]

I had surgery 4/6. Do you have a dietician or nutritionalist you are working with? I am still losing but mine said when it's time for me to stop losing weight she will put me on a maintenance diet and have me add things to my shakes like Greek yogurt and cottage cheese and blend them up for extra calories and protein.

[@almazmasr8230]

Did you diet for months before surgery?

[@irektaflinski5449]

If you’re studying for a huge test, would you be able to study after surgery? Is your focus the same?

[@msdanyelle1]

I have a question i just got surgery on nov 21,2023 i. Having issue with balance i have 2 autistic kids i dont want feel like im neglected them because if this liquid diet my dr say take sip every min in that hour

[@loristoneking5711]

Can ypu blen soft tofu for more protein but plant based?

[@joewatson4177]

Hey i am have sleeve surgery in Michigan on the 29th i will be 63 years old i have been watching your videos and i am hearing the hard part is the liquid diet is that right and tell how when we can eat how often do we eat i heard 4 to 5 time a day HELP

[@HYPWITCH]

Please tell me what caused your chair in the background to rock at 9:58. Do you experience paranormal stuff there? Cat? Other than that - I love the video. Please respond about the chair.

[@MyLevel10Life]

lol you have a very good eye! In the beginning I was SO nervous doing these videos that my leg would shake under the table and make the camera shake. It's actually the camera shaking from my nerves! :)

[@HYPWITCH]

Not your chair - the big leather chair way in the bank by the door. You didn't seem nervous at all. It was very well done.

[@MyLevel10Life]

@@HYPWITCH that would be a three year old :) She was in the chair back there when I was filming! haha I had to watch again. But I totally see what you mean! :)

[@kikischannel149]

Do you have an Instagram?

[@MrBobby8228]

I figure it's probably not to bad preparing for liquid as there is so many drinks on the market, I wonder how long on average it takes to prepare daily food when your able to eat solids?

[@marshpartyof7tabitha25]

My pain has been so bad 🙃 the mental part is the easy part for me compared to the pain. I do miss tacos tho

[@MyLevel10Life]

Oh I’m so sorry! It will get better and you can have tacos again someday 😁 or some type of rendition. You got this!

[@tinaemmett8248]

I’m trying to find the pill container you have. Can you tell me the brand or manufacturer?

[@MyLevel10Life]

It's here: amzn.to/2XBH3Gp

[@penirelmccray3368]

Nevermine you said it already

[@carolblundell9420]

im doing mine in tijuana too obesitynot4me

[@penirelmccray3368]

Who did you go through for surgery

[@jannettnichols6962]

Lossing hair/ Lightheaded

[@butcrack456]

😊💓

[@trinityjaquez6854]

I'm finally 1 week post-op, but my surgeon and nutritionist want me to do a whole month of liquids. 2 weeks clear liquids and 2 weeks full liquid. Head hunger is soooo real knowing I have to wait 3 more weeks before eating anything.

[@kiaratelfair7464]

Do u get full after u take ur vitamins? I’m worried bout that also bc I’m on A lot of meds so I’m wondering will I even have space or a desire to eat at all after I take all my meds

[@MyLevel10Life]

No

[@kiaratelfair7464]

@@MyLevel10Life ok thanku

[@colleenglasser3221]

Still on liquid phase supposed to be transitioning to soft foods but feeling very bloated on milk stuff, what would you suggest

[@maplerose5144]

This is really helpful, thank you! I do have a question though, I’ve heard that people that do the surgery can no longer drink from straws, soda , and caffeine....is that true?😅😅

[@MyLevel10Life]

Not true 💜

[@MyLevel10Life]

I don’t drink soda though...

[@spin2643]

I’m 8 days out. I had the gastric bypass & was told u couldn’t.. no gum anymore either.

[@shezug]

11 yrs post op here. My doc said gum is ok BUT if it’s accidentally swallowed it could be a problem requiring surgery. Straws are ok and I drink soda sometimes. It doesn’t feel great to have carbonation.

[@spin2643]

@@shezug so the same feelings and restrictions pretty much follow u even after 11 yrs?

[@jailenelove4824]

Hi guys i just got my surgery & i haven’t ate in days ... i just wanna eat a burger lol

[@montanaholt7844]

Same! I am 6 days post op. I want a burger soooo bad!

[@jailenelove4824]

@@montanaholt7844 how is ur sleeve going? its been 3 months for me now (: I still cant eat a burger lol but i crave it

[@montanaholt7844]

@@jailenelove4824 all is well. I’m just hangry. I start soft solids on Wednesday. I’m not counting down or anything 😂 hope you’re well!

[@kuroe-chan5190]

I want salmon haha. 2 day post op. I should go home today and I know the battle begins

[@montanaholt7844]

@@kuroe-chan5190 how exciting! It will just fly by! Good luck.