Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group

Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.

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graciesmom2000 08/27/2013

Hey all!
I just wanted everyone to know that I got into school! I am so excited to start in January. I will be taking a few general classes but I am ready.I have to take a placement test and wait a couple weeks for financial aid to let me know how much I get, that will determine how many classes I can take. :)

I am also planning on heading to the grocery store in the next couple days. I took out all the bad stuff from my cupboards. I really need some ideas for snacks and meals. Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks again guys!
Amy

Boo1962 08/27/2013

Congratulations!!!

That is WONDERFUL! I'm so happy for you going back to school!

Great idea to get the cupboards cleaned out. I know I'm going to work on that, and already have, before I have the surgery, as I'm watching what I eat now, and trying to stick to my plan to lose more b4 surgery.

Hugs,

Boo

graciesmom2000 08/27/2013

(((hugs))) to you lady! Yeah I am really excited about school! It is very hard to clean out the cupboards because I am still in that mind set that I am looking for snacks. I really need to eat the good stuff.

Lisa823 08/27/2013

I keep peanut butter on hand and will have a tablespoon of that occationally between meals.
Also, unsalted peanuts in the shell. Good to munch on while watching a movie or something.
Cheese sticks....sugar free popsicles/jello/pudding....pork rinds.
I cant keep crackers, chips or anything like that cuz i know i'll cave in with the temptation!

graciesmom2000 08/27/2013

Thank you for the advise. I will add cheese sticks to my list. I am afraid of nuts of any kind. Although granola seems to be ok. I dont keep peanut butter in my house because I am afraid of it. :/

becca1960 08/28/2013

Funny you say that!! Granola is so yummy it is hard for me to stick to a serving size... and it has LOTS of calories too! So I have to stay away from it! It use to be peanut butter, but now I use pb2 and am able to stay away from the jar of peanut butter! LOL!

However, Nutella is NOT allowed in my house! LOL!

deleted_user 08/28/2013

Congratulations! That's so exciting! Good luck!

I am having my surgery Sept 19!

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