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Thatpatch seems like a transdermal medication to alleviate nausea/vomiting. It's more than likely expected to be removed after a period of time anyways. I do hope you continue to feel better and better. Again, congrats on the sleeve!

Extreme Sports. To say it's fascinating is a gross understatement. But can risking your safety and life in this manner an addiction? I hear the phrase "Healthy Addiction" tossed around. But that in itself is an oxymoron isn't it? I drink but maybe once every two to three months. Never did any illicit drugs. The only vice I see is my cravings for carbs (sugar).

It's always nice to see people on here so beaming with excitement!! It makes me all jumpy too that I am getting closer and closer to a new me as well. I am so very happy that you got approved and so quickly. What did you provide Aetna, if you don't mind me asking?

Wow!!! There sure are a lot of "rebirths" on 11-JUL-2011. Congratulation to you all and I hope all goes extremely well for you. Let us know how it goes if you can.

H.I.P.A.A. is all you have to say! They can't ask and you don't have to tell.

I haven't been sleeved yet. So I can only speculate that it's not easy to ingest "bodybuilding" Protein levels for atrophy. A good way to pack in the amount of protein necessary is to get a hold of a few protein-in-a-vial: http://www26.netrition.com/mt_sp_45g_liquid_protein_shot.html Take around 3 and you get 135g of protein from them alone and each vial is 4oz. While I find these on that site they're located elsewhere. Just shop around for the prices and flavors you like.

http://www.amazon.com/Underworks-Compression-Bodysuit-Mirdle-Shirt/dp/B004JX4JCY/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I32SMAJRGI3560&colid=10U63WLFSI79O Underworks. Goes up to 4x bro!

I thought it was amusing (it still is to me). Well I am and old pre-med with medical school aspirations. I want to be an Anesthesiologist. Hence the name N2B8R (intubater). Believe me, I've come up with a few names: King of Consciousness Prince of Propofol Sultan of sleep (my personal favorite) Archbishop of the Airway General of Anesthesia So once I finish medical school and land a categorical residency in anesthesia, I plan to get personalized license plates that say..... N2B8R yes, I am weird.

That's my fave too! But I got dibs on the license plate, lol

Welcome aboard, Terry!!! This place is amazing!!! I've only been here a little while but found so much value in support and information. Peruse and use the site. You will not be disappointed.. Courtney

I think I'm just drawn to the dangerous nature of things like Base Jumping. And yes, I do mean actual extreme sports and not video games. BTW, that was NOT a stupid question...

The trick to being muscular is being ripped. This is why i put less stock into a BMI number and more into the bodyfat percentage. Case in point (even though I don't agree with HOW he got here) Jay Cutler, IFBB Pro. He is 5'9" and weighs 275lb. According to a BMI chart he's morbidly obese. Now if you ever saw him: He doesn't look anywhere near obese. Ok back on topic. You're not getting bigger because you may not be taking in enough amino acids to illicit growth. All I can recommend is to keep your intake of Protein at the maintenance dose until you can ingest more to grow on. Get "cut" first and watch what you have pop out and then target your smaller areas.

Interesting. I have ADHD and the last thing I need is my focus and concentration getting screwed up...AGAIN!

Anytime. YOu can vent and cheer here as often as you wish. Scream too!

You are awesome, Meg!!! Don't ever forget that!

I wonder how many VSG'ers have had their gallbladder removed prior to their surgery? I bet they'll have tremendous insight!

I would like to know to as I had my gallbladder removed as well. Congrats Mana on your impending surgery. I'm excited for you!!!

I saw the surgery done by the doctor that will eventually be doing mine. I find things like that very cool. Then again, I'm weird... I was that kid that stared at the doctor as I got my booster shots! But to see the surgery from start to finish (even using the retractor to hold up the liver) was great. If anything it served as additional motivation. I don't know about you, but when I saw all that adipose tissue (fat) I wanted nothing more than to do something about it. I saw it and said "is that in me???" I was stunned. Not that it was there but the potential AMOUNT. I'm staring down at my stomach now in disbelief...

Good luck, Doc!! You'll be just fine!!

Vitamin A (as beta carotene and natural mixed carotenoids)10000 IU200% Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid)300 mg500% Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol)300 IU75% Vitamin E (as d-alpha-tocopherol succinate)200 IU665% Vitamin K (as phytonadione)75 mcg90% Thiamin (as thiamin hydrochloride)75 mg5000% Riboflavin75 mg4410% Niacin (as niacinamide)75 mg375% Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride)50 mg2500% Folic Acid600 mcg150% Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin)100 mcg1665% Biotin300 mcg100% Pantothenic Acid (as d-Calcium pantothenate)75 mg750% Calcium (as calcium carbonate, citrate)200 mg20% Iodine (as kelp)150 mcg100% Magnesium (as magnesium oxide, aspartate)100 mg25% Zinc (as zinc citrate)30 mg200% Selenium (as selenomethionine)200 mcg285% Copper (as copper gluconate)2 mg100% Manganese (as manganese gluconate)5 mg250% Chromium (as chromium GTF)120 mcg100% Molybdenum (as molybdenum A.A. chelate)80 mcg110% Amino-Blend L-Arginine, L-Glutamine, L-Valine, L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Cystine, L-Lysine, L-Threonine800 mg* Viri-Blend Saw Palmetto, powdered (berries), Damiana, powdered (leaf), Korean Ginseng, powdered (root), Pygeum Africanum, powdered (bark), Gingko Biloba, powdered (leaf), Raw Oyster Concentrate, Nettles, powdered (leaf), pumpkin Seed.525 mg* Phyto-Blend Citrus Bioflavonoids (fruit), Deodorized Garlic, powdered (bulb), Green Tea powder, Grape Seed Extract (Vitis vinifera) (seed) (standardized to 95% polyphenols), Blueberry Powder, Cranberry Powder, Wild Yam Powder, Carrot Powder, Papaya Powder, Orange Fruit Powder, pineapple Powder, Spinach Powder, Elderberry Fruit Powder, Bilberry Fruit Powder, Black Currant Fruit Powder, Cauliflower Powder, Kale Powder, Brussels Sprouts Powder, Broccoli Powder, Apple Fruit Powder, Kiwi Fruit Powder, Grapefruit Powder240 mg* Enzy-Blend Papain, Bromelain, Alpha Amylase, Lipase50 mg* Alpha Lipoic Acid25 mg* PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid)10 mg* Choline (as choline bitartrate)10 mg* Inositol10 mg* Silica5 mg* Boron2 mg* Lycopene (as Lyc-O-Mato® natural tomato lycopene)500 mcg* Lutein500 mcg* Alpha Carotene140 mcg* Vanadium100 mcg* Cryptoxanthin34 mcg* Zeaxanthin28 mcg* *Daily value not established. _______________________________________________________________________________ For size comparison, each tablet is the size of a Centrum multi (read semi-horse pill, lol). Can I still take it as it does provide an excellent source of nutrients. And yes, O.N. does have an Opti-Women formula.

Have you had any luck crushing a multi this large? I know it tastes like chalk but they have so many good things in them that I feel I'll need them post-surgery more than any other time in my life!

Just don't stock up in large quantities, You're going to get progressively smaller. Two is good (I guess) and reassess at regular intervals (2 mos, 4 mos, 6 mos, 12 mos, etc...).

You can go on amazon.com and search under compression. We as men have to dig as there are limited outlets for compression garments. At least that's what I've seen. Under Armour, Nike and Underworks (nice looking bodysuit). I already see that when I'm ready I would prefer a complete bodysuit. I always as a big guy has issues with shirts riding up so a full suit would help fix this. Plus on Amazon they're somewhat reasonable so long as you don't fork over the $200+ for a triathlon suit, lol.