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Glad to hear that you are ok. Sip, sip, sip!

I am not a doctor, but I would think the discomfort is from the swelling and your body healing. My surgeon said the 2 most obvious signs of a leak were high heart rate and fever. I was told to call immediately if I had those symptoms. If it would make you feel better, call your surgeon and discuss your symptoms. It never hurts to check.

From what I was told, the Citrate is more easily absorbed by the body than the other. Carbonate won't hurt, but you might not absorb all that you need. Tums should be fine - just be sure to chew them really well before swallowing.

Yahoo!!! Congratulations.

Best of luck ... let us know how you are doing - both pre and post-op>

Yahoo ... just a few more hours until a new you!

It WILL be different! Everyone one of us chose this surgery because we can't do it alone. The sleeve is an awesome tool. It gives you the restriction and you choose what you feed it. Make the right choices (95% of the time - no one is perfect) and your body will respond. I know it's hard to believe .. but you will succeed. And, when you have a rough day, just call on us to help you through. You are just getting started on getting healthy and learning to take care of you. Best of luck!

Starting Weight: 203 Last Week's: 172.8 This Morning: 168.6 Goal #1: 155 Goal #2: 145 Goal #3: 135 (What I was my senior year of High School!!!!)

Good luck ... let us know when you make it to Mexico safely. Trust your instincts on "the signs".

You could put 20 people in a room, give them 20 options & you would probably get 20 different answers. People are soooooo different in their taste. I love Any whey (from Amazon), but I've also heard that the

You are not nuts. You are stuck in the mindset of "I've lost before and gained it back". That's what has happened most of our lives. But, this time it's different. You are NEVER going to need those clothes again. So go ahead ... donate those nice clothes (& get your tax receipt). Know that you are giving someone else a chance to look nice while you are working on making yourself a healthier individual. You go girl!

Awesome post! Thank you for putting things into perspective.

With putting protein first, I'm getting in very little vegetables. I am doing fine. Make sure that you follow your surgeon's advice on supplements - that will help make sure you are up on all your nutritional needs. Best of luck on your surgery!

Yep! The scales can be stubborn. I haven't hit a true stall yet, but the drops aren't as impressive as they first were. I've increased portions per time a bit and that has seemed to help with the head hunger. I'm sticking to around 800 calories (+/- 50 calories). I think we each have to figure out what works for us & when we hit a wall come out here & look for new ideas. Thanks for everyone's comments - they really do help.

Thank so much for your post.

Viola - Don't forget to take your measurements too. The weight may slow down (dreaded stall), but measurements help to show how your body is changing. GREAT WORK!

Gosh - I don't know what to say. You guys are awesome. Thank you for all the encouragement and stories. I knew coming out here last night was exactly what I needed to keep pressing onward! Thanks again!!!!

Great job!

Thanks everyone. I was feeling pretty sorry for myself last night. Today is a new day & I sincerely appreciate everyone's comments and encouragement - YOU ROCK!

OK ... When I look at my stats, I think I've done really well. In Vegas last week, I was feeling pretty good about myself. 31 pounds in 2 months & wearing 12/14 clothes. Well, today I took my measurements. I only lost 4 inches in the past month. I've also only lost 1.5 pounds in 12 days. And, to make matters worse, I saw the vacation pictures - I still look HUGE. Part of me knows that I am much better off than I was on 1/27/10, but the other part of me is feeling down. I am working so hard - why can't I be a big loser??? I am so tired of being fat. I don't know what I want someone to say. Just needed to vent. I'm not giving up (I can't anyway - my stomach is too small to binge eat). Just wanted a friend (or friends) who would understand.

It's not "creative", but I enjoyed SF Jell-O. I bought a variety pack and found the taste to be yummy.

Congratulations!!!! Yes, you sound normal. Just sip as much as you can - you need the liquids so that you don't dehydrate. Were you on IVs during your stay? What did your surgeon say about your Fluid intake? Jus keep poking around on here. If you can't find answers to your questions, just ask!

What is zero?

Just talk with Dr. L and Melanie - the nutritionist. They will take good care of you.

I attend a VSG support group the 3rd Tuesday of each month in the cafeteria at Steven's Hospital. We meet at 7:00 - you should join us. Several of Dr. L's patients attend.