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I remember many people when I had my surgery stating that the anesthesia caused trapped gas in that are for a while. Have it checked out, though. Good luck Sent from my iPad using VST

Sparklingsarah, that is hilarious, And loibaby,I KNOWpeople think that of me too! It is LOUD. lol Sent from my iPad using VST

So if you eat one slice of pizza, or half a sandwich or 4 oz of meat do you feel full? Because bread becomes a "slider" for many, including me, after a while. I can eat a slice of pizza too. I ate half of a BBQ sandwich yesterday for lunch and the other half for dinner. Remember, you used to eat probably TWO sandwiches without stopping before or 4-6 slices of pizza. I think yo= u probably have more restriction than you think. My Dr told me at surgery that if good choices were made total wright loss would be around 3 years

No, I don't so. ;I think it has to do with genetics. If you lost weight easily and quickly when you dieted before, I think it is the same. I always lost easily when I put my mind to it. Just keeping it off was the problem! I lost very easily and quickly and reached goal about 9 mos out. I do think you will lose MORE weight overall

Hey, you can also use any can of diet soda and make any boxed cake mix! Works perfectly! Alo a can of pumpkin. No eggs or oil required! Yummy! Sent from my iPad using VST

Okay, I am 22 no out, in maintenance, and my stomach is SOO LOUD now with gurgling sounds etc that it is embarrassing at times. Today I went to have a massage and OMG, I know the lady thought I was nuts! Last night laying in the bed my husband said , " What is that NOISE?!!!!". Lol. Anybody else experience this. Seems mine has gotten louder as time goes on

I am 22 mos out. At 1 year, I had reached my goal weight and lost 100 lbs.

I'm with you! Too many treats to myself. Feel sick. Ets regroup and truck on!!! Now!!!

Well, just found this thread so need updates on those who joined in January and how you are doing? I've SEEN goal, been there, held it in my hand and now have regained about 12 lbs! Yep, So I would really like to get BACK THERE and stay put! I'm not too unhappy with my size/weight since I am 5'8" and wearing 8-10 but I know I need to kick it in and re-train my habits. So here I go!!!!!!

Oh, I know! Was just poking fun and how fast you got that taken care of! I stand "on guard!" hee hee Way to go, Girlfriend!

You have scared me! Ha!!!!!! I'll try to keep my responses short. lol

Wow! Three years! That is great and 80lbs lost and not found is awesome! Here's the link the basics boot camp that LilMissDiva sent me. Might help. Good luck. The Basics Boot Camp

BIGGEST REGRET - that it wasns't available to me YEARS AGO! And that I had had the courage to do it sooner. Although, I was one of the very first my surgeon did in this area 2 years ago. Dr. Gibbs. - Little Rock, AR \ Sleeved 6/4/2010 Pre VSG - 250 Reached goal - 150 March 2011 Current - 160 ( too much junk !!) But this is a level weight for the past almost 8 mos.

ANY major surgery causes these mood/hormone swings and for women, well... (smile) I truly didn't have a great deal but I was also on Zoloft because of menapause! Ha! Hang in there, it does get better~

So sorry to hear of your loss! I've been through that season of grief so I can understand where you are. So glad to hear that you are "getting there" and pray for you and your family.

Beautiful!!! I know your feelings. Sometimes I stop and just look at my profile in the mirror as I walk by one. Not to gloat, but because it is so unbelievable to me, even now at 21 months out! And I am 58 YEARS OLD! So yes, I have wrinkles on my face and neck I didn't really have before and some "bat wings", but hey, those size 8-10 skirts sure make it all worthwhile!!.

My surgeon only required 2 mo, 6, then year. Nothing else. I did have my regular checkup with my Primary Care Dr. and had bloodwork done, which I was glad of because my Vitamin D, Potassium and something else were extremely low! Kinda wish my surgeon had more visits but remember, they are SURGEONS! LOL That's all they do - then they turn you over to someone else!. Good luch

Okay, I know they tell you not to BUT nothing changes and not a problem for anybody I have seen/heard. Try using a straw! Helped me tremendously.

I use the app on my iphone 4. If you are logged in, it will show you all the threads you are subscribed to currently, and clicking on the Forums tab on the bottom you can go to other areas. I have not found a way to view profiles except my own!!! If you find it, let me know! lol

You know, I just ate my lunch. A Michaeleno's 5 Cheese Ziti which has 200 calories. The restriction of the VSG allowed me to eat approximately 1/2 (maybe a bite more) of it. SOOOO, thankful that when we reach "full", you don't EVEN WANT to eat that last bite!. I'm so glad I chose VSG over Gastric Bypass. I realize that my "sliders" can be a downfall but if you go by restriction and STOP when you reach that limit, well, it's all good!!!!! Happy Day to all!

Yes, I used them in the beginning because I couldn't stomach any of the shakes, protein drinks, etc. Lactose intolerant. Pure Protein bars were the best for me. Wal-Mart carries them in "value packs". Also, Nature Valley just came out with a new Protein Bar which is high in protein and very good. Good Luck!

Sleeve4me, what kind of exercising do u do? You say u eat what u want. Can u elaborate? I am wondering (well, really know) if u think u would maintain w/o exercising.