Texasmom65

I was like that a couple of days this past week. I bought some Fiber choice powder and Miralax. I'm drinking some right now. I put both in a glass of Water and added crystal light to flavor it. About 16 oz. of water. I drank some last night and it really helped me today. So going to take every night for awhile. The Fiber Choice powder, they say to take 3 times per day. I've taken twice. Hope that helps.

YOu look great. WTG. Susan, great question. I wonder the same thing. In the past couple of days, I'm thinking....wow I'm still dieting and obsessing over food. I didn't want to do that. I know I have to watch what I eat and get in Protein.....but I don't want to log my food and worry about it forever. I've done that for most of my life.

I saw your video this morning....You did great. Love it.

Viactive is not calcium citrate. It's calcium carbonate. My NUT and doc say only to take the Citrate. Our bodies don't absorb the carbonate. Bryn, I'm just like you. I did find a liquid Calcium I can take. It's made by Bluebonnett and I get mine at Whole Foods. It's a berry flavor. It was only $9.99 for a large bottle. I have not problem, throwing up with it. The chewables are nasty. Still having a problem finding a Vitamin. For now taking the gummies, still make me nausea a tiny bit....only for min. or so....but not vomiting. My Nut said to try that, its better than nothing. I'm going to look for a vitamin I can swallow too. But I think its the vitmans itself that make me sick...they are so strong. Good Luck.

Well I've been experimenting....so this is what I came up with: 8 oz of FF milk 1 scoop of vanilla Protein powder 1 tsp of decaf instant coffee 1 cap full of Vanilla Torani SF syrup spinkle of splenda. I blend well. Then put in microwave for about a minute to warm...and yum yum yum. Calories 212 (protein powder has 130) and total protein 35 gms. Yum... Now that is coffee working for you. With the milk I get added protein. I could try with Water or 1/2 water and 1/2 milk to cut down the calories, but if that is all I do for Breakfast, didn't think it was bad.

Awesome!! I "wishes" you the BEST !

I totally agree with you. I have been on a 7 day stall so far. But I do my measurements every Monday. And I've lost 1 1/4 inches since last Monday even though the scale did not move down. In fact I gained a 1 lb. WTG on your losing. The scale will drop soon. But damn, why do you get so hung up on it? LOL

That is awesome news. Congrats.

Thanks everyone. Going to be testing a few and also checking out the Amaretto one.

Thanks, I have some of the click. It's not bad, but a little strong for me. It's nothing like the Skinny latte at Star Bucks. Thanks everyone.

Ok, I recently tired the Skinny Latte at Starbucks and loved it. I'm not a super coffee drinker....other than your normal coffee with creamer. So since basically giving up coffee since surgery, would like a Protein drink that taste like the skinny latte to enjoy in the mornings. I prefer warm drinks over the cold ones. Is that possible with the protein powders? I tried a recipe on here that was suppose to be like a frap....I didn't care for it. Maybe I put to much instant coffee in it...not sure. So hit me guys with some recipes.....remember, I prefer warm drinks. Thanks, Robin Note: I put this in the recipe section too....but I know alot of more people come here.

Ok, I recently tired the Skinny Latte at Starbucks and loved it. I'm not a super coffee drinker....other than your normal coffee with creamer. So since basically giving up coffee since surgery, would like a Protein drink that taste like the skinny latte to enjoy in the mornings. I prefer warm drinks over the cold ones. Is that possible with the protein powders? I tried a recipe on here that was suppose to be like a frap....I didn't care for it. Maybe I put to much instant coffee in it...not sure. So hit me guys with some recipes.....remember, I prefer warm drinks. Thanks, Robin

Sounds like the famous sausage balls...that you put bisquick in. I'm going to try this....I love me some sausage and cheese. YUMMMM!!

I'm only 4 weeks out and I would not dare drink at this point. I would be scared of the new staple line, ulcers and possible bleeding. Not to mention all of the above from other posters. If you do drink, please make sure someone you trust is with you and knows about your surgery, in case something happens. Since you will be away from home, be careful. There have been stories on here of people passing out after a couple of drinks. Because if you are not getting in much food/protein at this point, it would be risky.

Congrats, that is awesome.

I'm with you Nancy....I gain 1 lb. since Monday. No losing at all this week. I'm very frustrated. I know to expect it, but it doesn't make it easier to handle. And to make it worse I'm having a freakin period. I'm post menopause....haven't had one in over 1 1/2 years. My surgeon said it happens, that our hormones are all messed up for about 2 months post surgery. I just want to see the scale move again. It's so depressing.

Surgery date: 7-11-11 Weight was 212.5 Today I'm 196. Total loss of 16.5 lbs. Last night I went shopping and put on a size XL top and size 16 pant. OMG....I have not been able to wear a 16 since 1998. :cheer2:

ok, what am I missing.....I don't see anything to "try" Is there a link or something?

Maybe try lowering your calories to 800-1000 per day while you are still trying to lose. Good luck.

Whew, glad I'm not the only one.

I've never had that problem either that is why its freaking me out sorta. Doesn't matter how much I wash, or wash with, its the same every day. Thank you so much Tiff.....yes I also have that taste/feeling in my mouth. Urgh!! Glad to know it will finally go away one day. No break outs....yet....thank goodness.

I also have one...its in my signature below.

Sorry if this is too much for some, but I have to ask....has your "female" parts changed the way they smell? Since surgery its different for me. I don't know if its because of all the Protein and no veggies or fruits in my diet at the moment or what. If this has happened to you, does it change or get better?

Yes I hate the ads......its crazy. Guess I will have to start using FireFox or Chrome.

I had a drain and they removed the day after surgery before I went home. You look great....glad you are feeling good as well.