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I have thought about doing Ancestry.com, 23 and Me, that sort of thing. Maybe it would be interesting to find out if my ethnic heritage is what my family has always told me. But one of my friends said it is a very bad idea, once they have your genetics on file there could be repercussions or it could be used against you by government, insurances, you might find out the man who raised you is not your biological father. One lady on Megan Kelley found out her mother was really black, she had turned her back on her family, her heritage and passed as white. Is sending a testube and swab of saliva going to really open a can of worms I won't be able to control?

My trainer's birthday is Monday. He is turning 47. I love him; he has been my only true "real life" support and motivation. He has taught me so much, not just about exercise, but about how to accept myself the way I am. He is always so encouraging and gets so psyched to see when I succeed and it makes me feel just awesome. It's something I've never had before in my life. He is my therapist and my rock. I'd like to get him a birthday gift but I have no clue. He expects me to be snarky and sarcastic, lol, so something along those lines. He is a powerlifter and likes the mountains and hunting. Anyone have any ideas? Would it be weird to get him something? I'm definitely goin…

Finally, after 10 days of my Pre-Op liquid diet, my surgery is here! My Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy surgery is tomorrow (5/13/19) and I can genuinely say, I haven’t been this happy and excited in a good while!

So I'm about to celebrate my 5 year post VSG anniversary. What a wild ride it has been! Lost about 90 lbs initially, had some serious life issues, regained about 40. Went full 'clean' keto and lost all my regain. Still have about 25# to go until ultimate goal, then plastics. Part of my journey included getting my master's degree, and now I'm also about to complete post-graduate studies in about 8 weeks. As I have already begun my new job-and hopefully final career path- I've decided to finally PURGE my life. My house is FULL to the brim. My hubs and I married 19 years and lots of memories. 1 teen and 1 adolescent add to the chaos. I'm ready to Kon-Mari the whole plac…

Hi! To you all.... I’m new to the site. I’m in the process of starting on this Sleeve journey. I tried starting last year but the office I was at claim they lost my paperwork,didn’t even bother contacting me and said I had to start all the way over when I called. I have my 1st consult with Emory Bariatrics on Monday. Only difference with them is you have to pay $150 up front with other office there was no fee. Iim only super nervous about what it’s going to cost me. Weird right I know. Lol! I know I’m a candidate for the surgery so I’m not worried about that part. I’m just ready for my Surgery date and time like yesterday.

I ate a wee too much at the Chinese buffet yesterday and felt awful. Then got super nauseous while with the trainer. Printing this out for my desk at work as a reminder....

Would just LOVE some guidance, Would any kind of these surgeries be good for me? Im 5 3'and I weigh 200 lbs. And I'm stuck in a wheelchair

I had a scare today, and it was the 3rd "episode" I've had in the last month - though this was the worst. My heart was just pounding and I got very dizzy and felt as if I was going to pass out. I was at work. I called my husband and he came and got me. We first went to a "doc in the box" and they sent me to the hospital. When I got there my blood pressure was 40/70 and my heart rate 190. They said I had "tachycardia" - which in laymans terms is irregular heartbeat. Of course I told them about my surgery (banded 3/2) - I figured it must be related to that, but they said no. My bloodwork came back fine, electrolytes and all are ok. They stablized me and sent me home, ref…

⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬⏬ ?????????????????? ?????????????????? ?????????????????? ?? MOTIVATIONAL CHALLENGE TIME ?? Let's keep everything positive and productive with an easy self guided photo challenge for April. It combines fitness and life motivation to stay balanced. Set your own goals and smash them! Participate as much as you like. Lots of side conversation is welcome! Start by posting your starting weight, goals, surgery type and where you are in the process (preop, post op losing, maintenance) ?? ENJOY THE MONTH OF APRIL ?? ?????????????????? ?????????????????? ?????????????????? ⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫⏫

Hi Everyone, I am 30 years old and new to this forum. What an amazing discovery it was for me! About a year ago I decided to have WLS. I met with my surgeon, and did all the pre surgical requirements. Due to lack of support and my own fears, I backed out in December and decided not to go through with it. I spent a lot of time convincing myself that I made the right decision, that I didn't want to become malnourished on the other end, or develop any of the other potential complications. My mom was strongly against the surgery, constantly telling me I would just eat through the sickness and gain it all back. Fast forward 5 months, I have gained all my…

Any interest? Anyone interested in giving organizing/hosting a try as well?

So... what do you do with all of your old clothe? How do you learn what to buy for the new body? I have a set budget in mind but I look at stuff and not sure how it'll look. Sorry if this post makes no sense I am super tired... but cant sleep.

We all are told at sometime in our life-- "do you know who you look like?"What famous person do you,think or have you been told you most resemble? As an example I think I look Like a love child of Mama Cass and John,Candy. Somebody at the time told me. I looked like John Hinkley, the guy who shot President Ronald Reagan. And my late husband was certain he resembled Elvis. I think my son-in-law looks just like Nicholas Cage. Sent from my VS880PP using BariatricPal mobile app

I am just starting my journey. I have my sleep study in 2weeks and my surgeon appointment after that. My best friend and I are extremely close...I can’t imagine my life without her. We are currently about the same size (5’8”, 300#) and are mistaken for sisters all the time. I am concerned that having this surgery may negatively effect our relationship. I don’t know how it could, and she is extremely supportive. She is not interested in surgery at this point in her life and I support her with her decision. Has anyone else had a relationship change with a best friend just because you have lost weight.

Hi guys I've now bought some ketone test strips and I'm definitely in ketosis... the reading is up around 8 ... but, I'm losing the plot... will this help with losing the right kind of fat? rather than eat away at the good stuff? When I did Atkins 7 years ago (successfully) I didn't really worry about ketosis as I was down to about 5% carbs so it was a given...and it suited me very well. I was blissfully ignorant as it was so easy - I just ate meat, fish, eggs, bacon, ham, heavy cream and cheese. so simple. Now, the more I read up on stuff the more I feel confused... and to be honest, I didn't think I'd need to go back to this kind of eating so soon after s…

Okay, I am pretty new here and I am figuring out some of the features of the forums. (To say I am NOT a techie would be the understatement of the year.) A few times, after I post something, some random words are underlined in my post. I did not underline them myself, they were not underlined before I posted and I can't edit them to be not underlined after I post. Maybe I am just losing my mind? ? ( Y'all could totally gaslight me right now and just tell me they aren't there, that you don't see anything! LOL!) Is there somewhere on here that explains all of the features like reputation, linking etc.? Again not very tech savvy, so I might have just missed …

They will be pulled from series on YouTube/not from me ?...

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ NEW CHALLENGE TIME! NEW CHALLENGE TIME! In March we are focusing on mindfulness with a yoga pose component to try if you are interested. ???????????????? These challenges work best with a clean diet so adding no junk food rules for those interested. ????????????????? Pre op and post ops are welcome to join, we can discuss tons of topics related to the challenge as well. Don't forget to drop tons of selfies and life photos (you dont have to be in them) to stay in engaged. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Challenge is self directed so post: Your goal for this challenge beginning weight status of surgery (pre/post/lo…

Article from Medium that I found *interesting* I feel like sometimes the all or nothing approach is what you see in the WLS community as well as in other aspects of life. Not certain where my alliances fall yet. What does everyone think? https://medium.com/s/story/the-mental-trap-that-makes-you-overreact-to-setbacks-c3059a4242da?source=email-c7efe8a63ac4-1552471999417-digest.reader------0-59------------------40310a3c_caab_4002_98d4_9c322aac01f0-1&sectionName=top

Would you like an April 2019 motivational challenge? Would you like to create and/or host it as well? Let me know! ??????????????????

There hasn't been a gallbladder surgery thread in a while, so I have a question for those who've had their gallbladder removed - I had my gallbladder out 3 weeks ago. Still, if I eat any appreciable amount of fat (say over 8g/meal) I get the terrible, cramping pain like I had before surgery. I've googled this and everything I found said that you could have issues with gas/diarrhea for a while until your system adjusts. But, I haven't seen anything that talked about the kind of pain I'm having. It is not gas, does not cause bathroom issues and the pain starts immediately, while I'm still eating. Has anyone else experienced this? Thanks in advance!

I was sleeved Aug 15 and am making it into the regular size clothes - yay! But I have no idea where to shop since I've been shopping at Plus size stores for so long. Mostly interested in blouses, slacks for work. Suggestions?

Well now I have one of those tickedy-boo things, lads! And to my surprise I've lost 40 kilos since my original Lapband in 2009. Half of that is since my gastric bypass surgery in Oct 18. Actually, maybe I'll reset the ticker just to show my bypass weight loss - it's more meaningful to me these days.

This is all we needed all along! Doh!

Don't you just love a Challenge !?!?!?! Perfect, let's keep the ball rolling!!! Info needed: Surgery status, losing/maintaining, weight, goal (challenge specific) Basic rules: No junk foods (listed ?) because you're worth the very best Start February 1st -Starting weight End March 1st - Ending weight There will still be incentives!!! Adding a few fun rules I found on Pinterest (Pink) and a few exercise components you can throw in (only if you want) to maximize participation!!! Let's keep it fun!!! Choose from the ones that you enjoy!!! Stay engaged and accountable. Participate as much as you like! (but check in so I c…

After an overeager week as a gym member I deferred that until I can get my money worth. Been walking instead and loving it :-) Adore woods. Feel at peace when I'm under trees. Rewarded myself with a new camera. Pretty chuffed with results :-) Also do a lot of doodling, so acquired some lovely new pens. The efforts below are a fave and a work in progress. Fabulous head quietening. Reckoned with current gym savings and food savings I should break even in a week or so [emoji3526]. What are your non-food rewards?

Interested in a March accountability challenge?

First Post, never been in a gp forum, thought I’d try it out. I had rny in 2009. 300 ish to 135 lbs. 2 kids, one gb pregnancy 4 years ago. Lots of experience, ups, downs, and all of the in betweens . Hit me up if you have questions or find me on IG @cheyennelee623

Inspirational viewing for those of the female persuasion (and those that love them)... Love, love, love this.

My lap band slipped which put me into the ER and now am waiting for appt to get it removed. I am on a liquid diet and am in pain where the port is plus lower back pain. I don’t think I will get anything else to replace it. I am going to use hard work to finish losing my weight. I feel like such a loser. Has anyone out there gone through this. How much pain will I feel after it’s removed?

Good afternoon, my name is Mousecat and I am a cat addict. I live alone and I just have to give a public forum shoutout to my two kitties for being my crutch through all the post-op BS (and life BS in general). I have an (almost) 10 year old boy named Mouse who I rescued from a Baltimore City shelter at 8 weeks. He was very sickly and I nursed him to health. He has been everywhere with me and is my rock. My other boy is Nugget who is a year and a half and I found him in my mom's backyard at 3 weeks old and bottlefed. He had a number of near-death scares and I am embarrassed to say how much $$ I spent keeping him alive. He is my goofy boy. I just don't know what I wo…

Hi everyone ! Lets keep the momentum going! January challenges help start the year off right! Info needed: Surgery status, losing/maintaining, weight, goal (challenge specific) Start Jan 2nd -Starting weight End Feb 1st - Ending weight To kick it up notch there will be incentives!!! From a city I have a complicated relationship with lol... shhhhh, it's a surprise for the winners Adding a few fun rules I found on Instagram (follow her!) you can throw in to maximize participation!!! Let's keep it fun!!! Stay engaged and accountable. Participate as much as you like! Even pre ops can participate with the 30 Day Challenge rules as well! …

Anyone interested in a February Challenge?

Tailoring tutorials, YouTube videos links, Q&As,FAQs, etc... Easy, fun, beginner level, interactive...

Hi my real name is Gayle and I am new here my name here is IATTCOM which stands for "It's about time, taking care of me" Both of my parents died at the ripe young age of 55 and I am currently 54, I would like to out live them. My husband and his family are my support group as well as several of my friends. My own family however is divided. some of them care and some do not. I am moving forward in spite of everything. I am taking care of me. I am scheduled for my surgery on September 26th, and I am on my liquid fast right now. I have been on my caffeine free coffee for the past 3 months and it is not bad, the worst part of the fast is that I can only h…

Just saw it this weekend: Deadpool 2. Absolutely laugh out loud funny if you're into that kind of movie. (We are.) One of the few sequels as good as the first movie. And yes, they are comic-book characters, but this is NOT a family-friendly film! Do not watch with your 7 year-old. Absolutely nothing in the film to trigger food cravings!

Thinking about this more frequently, partially because of the song and life in general. We can change and stay the same. It's a paradox. Bariatric or otherwise, what are your new rules?

Hello, all. Just started a profile and am working some kinks out of my settings. Will be joining soon under preferred username.

Welcome all ye Sophomores! This is our thread! The thread about nothing--and everything. Let's discuss it all! Let's share all our sophomore experiences, our angst, our struggles, our suggestions--let's talk about life! Let's become friends! You can be on any kind of food plan, do any kind of exercise or not, be gay or straight, engage in cardio or not--you just have to be in the "tweener" stage post WLS. This is where we let it all hang out. And who knows...if maybe we have a thread with a meelion posts, they Alex will give us our own forum! Sophomores RULE!!!! hehe

I went to a support group meeting last night where the speaker was a surgeon from a different practice than my doctor. His topic was success after WLS. His number one strategy was for wl patients to not eat more than 800-900 calories. He wasn't talking the weight-loss phase. He was quite clear that he meant FOREVER! He said if you were a HEAVY exerciser, you could maybe increase that by 200 calories on the days you worked out. Oh, yeah, for exercise do cardio, no weights. Muscle building has nothing to do with weight loss. I couldn't make this up! And this was his guidance for both male and female patients! All I could think of was "Thank heavens he's not my doctor!"

Feel free to follow me I post a lot and 2 months out as of today! @Reggisvsgcloset

Did anyone see Venus this morning? It was shining soooo brightly. Just gorgeous! I was taking a walk before sunrise and I was shocked at how brilliant it was. Didn't recognize it as Venus because it was so bright. Had to google it.

Well I did it. Hauled myself off to gp then Emergency coz I'm 90% sure i have a kidney stone. Praise God I got seen relatively quickly but xray didn't show stone. I do have an infection though. Got bounced up to gynae who are pretty sure colicky pain isn't from the Mother of All Fibroids sitting there (which I can feel oh so much better since losing 20kgs - it's like a bloomin bowling ball in my belly). So, they sent me home with buscopan, augmentin and best wishes. Waaaa I'm still pretty sure it's a kidney stone!

I have been praying about this, and really feel led to do it. I have been criticized for sharing my faith in Jesus Christ on this website, I truly do respect others feelings because it certainly is their right to believe or not to believe, even God does not force one to believe in Him, it must be of one's own free will. I feel deeply that there are some on here that would love to be prayed for, before surgery, during surgery and after surgery, so here's what I am willing to do, if I can be of some comfort to anyone, please email me at brotherron98@gmail.com I assure you that I do have a personal and close relationship with the Lord, he does and always has a…

Zomg, I can impulse buy something in a regular clothes shop!! I am going to have to get a handle on this before clothes shopping becomes a new addiction. Walked into TK Maxx and this size 20 (UK) coat fit me! A little tight but I'm losing so I bought it! Yikes, I couldn't tell you the last time I fit a size 20!!!

do you find that you seem to judge overweight people now ?? or is it just me ?? please dont eat that ice cream or cookie,,, I frequently try to bite my tongue,,, Look I was a FAT guy,,, 325 at my heaviest,,, now 160 ish ,,, steadily for 4 + years,,, (sober too) did surgery help me ?? absolutely,,, just one step in the process,,,, but ya gotta change your way of looking at food.. I always say,,,, after I mention WLS,,,, does FF and sweets go in me,,, yup,,, ya gotta make a choice to change ... re think your whole way of eating,,, if you dont you are destined for failure,,, I regularly still see / consult my dieti…

Guys I'm feeling so fucked up. So much stuff is going on that's not bariatric elated. I really need some help. I'm at work right now so I can't take my proper medication. The next best thing for me is music because I refuse to acknowledge the pile of treats and crap given to me by various people at our holiday party today. I'm tired of my playlist. Send me some positive vibes. If you can embed a video from youtube great! If not just type the song name and artist. I'll listen to any genre anyone submits as long as it's positive! Help me Obi-wan Kenobi. You're my only hope!

Hey all, I've recently bought a new puppy and my depression and suicidal thoughts are gone! I love Bella so very much. When I wake I take care to watch her every move first thing is breakfast 1 tablespoon, and water 1 tablespoon. Then right away I gently coax her outside on our back deck she's pooped a couple of times out on the deck I've left the poops and point to them in an upbeat voice with 'poop outside' when she makes a mess inside poop or pee I don't yell at her I just clean it up without preamble. She knows that I'm not pleased. My question is how do I get her to use the bathroom outside when it's cold? She shivers and comes back to me, so I hold her and coax…

Don't eat everything while I'm away!

Hey there... I've read about people who've had the wls that start a new addiction... instead of food they turn to something else... I think I'm one of them... and there's no one I can talk to about it where I live... I drink wine... everyday.... not just a glass, not just a bottle, sometimes it's 2 bottles or even 3... once I pour a glass or even take a sip I can't stop till I either pass out or run out. It gets kind of bad sometimes, I wake up not remembering what I did before sleeping... but the thing I recently realized about why I drink... it's "healthier"to me then putting food into my mouth... I'm so terrified to gain weight back! It's hard to explain really...I d…