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Have u asked a naturopathic doc? Maybe arnica or traumeel...I used that after I fell splat on my knee on concrete and it swelled up like a balloon...ok a lemon...but still...and it helped somewhat...but not with the pain. Nothing helped the pain. I'm sorry you're having this pblm now. Hope it eases quickly

Oh I am not complaining that the weight is coming off. I have to lose 95# more to get to a normal bmi range. That's a huge step from 428# where I was years before vgs was a possibility. I do like the loss and I do welcome more of it. Am @ 25# from Onederland...where's that d*^#@*m rabbit hole? :-)

That's GOOD. And you're maintaining your weight? Can you honeslty eat everything? Do you eat fruits?

You don't say anything about head hunger or emotional eating. I'm really glad that you shared your story with us. I haven't tried soda at all yet and there is no overriding need here. But I am getting more and more interested in potatoes and other carbs that have been denied me for the year. I'm 6 mos out and lost another lb this am. Down to 227 from 320 before surgery. I'm disgruntled, most of the time and hate this process, the focus, the restrictions, the thought that this won't ever change. Thanks again for sharing...I can envision myself in your situation and that s*cks. Where the h*ll is the magic wand.

I bought clothes when I realized I couldn't walk around naked no matter how much I lost. 6 mos out and my wt loss is slowed to a few lbs every 2 weeks.the difference btwn smaller sizes isn't that great. I just haven't bought a full wardrobe...just a few things til the next big drop.

What?????

How far out are you? I didn't and don't take any meds for this. I'm just mucking thru and some days. Are better than others. It gets worse before it lifts a bit...I did tak atavan for a while...

And now???

I fully understand what u are saying. Its not going to get easier...it will get harder and unless I can stay on this diet and if the last 67 years are any indicator, I cannot.

noni berry is the fruit of the evergreen shrub known as canary wood, which is native to tropical areas of the South Pacific and Australia. Also known by its Latin name, Morinda citrifolia, noni is one of a handful of foods known as super fruits. According to a CBS News report, super fruits are high in antioxidants and nutritional value. That's from livestrong.com

They have 4 carbs and more depending on flavor

I take acidophilus but it only helps for constipation. Cheese doesn't seem as binding as I hoped. I cook a few prunes in water in the microwave and eat that and drink the juice for constipation, too.

Thanks. I am quoting this to my niece and begging her to be sure she wants to BE ON A FREAKING RESTRICTED DIET WITH EXERCISE FOR THE REST OF HER LIFE. This is why I say any WLS is NOT THE ANSWER. I wish someone had told me this honestly before I had the surgery. I might not have done it. Thank you for your honesty.

Thanx...mean no disrespect...I know you quote it with the best intent, but scripture isn't something I choose to turn to. Glad it works for you.

I got 11 years on you, dorrie . If I didn't benefit from these exchanges, I wouldn't participate at all.enjoying my appearance feels wrong cuz it doesn't fit with the old life style. That required me to be glad whatever I got covered me and looked a bit professional. That required that I not look too much or too hard at myself because I hated what I saw. If I confess I like what I see, am I hexing myself? How do people behave if they like what they see? What's required next? Should I start singing "what's it all about, alfie? Is it just for the moment we live?" I keep thinking its too gorgeous a day to spend inside typing and musing and I should be doing something more...I'm trying to come to terms with this new 'style'...if that's what it is

I'm still not convinced that I'm doing this to look better but it does bring an expression of surprise to my face when I look at how something fits in the store. I'm constantly surprised and admit to feeling pleased, as well. But then, I say "so what?" And move away from the thought. I still have the task of filling the emptiness . Being ok to look at isn't a great big deal in the scheme of things.

Determination is a big part of th 'game'. Rootin' for ya

Oy...I dread being able to eat more...losing the restriction will make me scavenge again. Please, no!

"Her lack of character and ability is almost completely disregarded in the light of her beauty. On the other hand, men are judged more on their abilities. Conversations about men rarely include their attractiveness or lack thereof but more about their strength, or sense of humor, or intelligence. " I dunno, Cleo, I'm an equal opportunity grunt. If a guy looks grungy or a gal does, I am quick to criticize either...but my friends don't usually talk @ people...we keep that to ourselves. I haven't participated or been invited to comment on a person's appearance except a cute baby or a person with a remarkable dog. I guess the undercurrent is running deep tho and others are thinking the same pejorative thoughts even tho they aren't brnging them to the surface. I agree that our actions towards another is mediated by looks first and character second. Probably why charles manson and other serial killers were successful: people think appearance reflects character. And yet...how often am I surprised to find my initial assessment of someone overridden when learning of their character....not too often! So maybe something to be said FOR these seemingly shallow assessments.

I have hope and determination and desire and anguish and ... I want to latch onto a magic mantra to ease my mind and allow me to settle into a comfortable groove. Common sense doesn't stand a chance ...tho I recognize the sentiment behind it. Sorry for the late reply. My gmail app is on the fritz here. I may have resolved it

"Over the last few months we've seen traffic from mobile devices using our apps overtake desktop browsers! That's a crazy metric and one most people never expected to happen so quickly. Stay tuned for further updates in our VST Newsletter!" I've been mobile interactor since day one. Looks like the band works for you. I wonder how much hype is in these recommendations. How should one read these boards??? Can't take them at face value yet so many seem to do just that. I'm not complaining: I learned a good deal here but would've appreciated a caveat or a board mentor or something ...the place is huge and the opinions flow freely.

Id like to know more about you, too, alex. What motivated you to start this forum ? How long ago? How did you get out the word about it? Why did u choose to focus on sleeves? Where do u get your support? What are your plans for the future? Any thoughts about what to do with all the info already compliled here? C'mon, full confession time...inquiring minds want to know

I'm so glad to hear you are taking the bull by the horns and turning this back around in your favor. life style changes are fine to prattle about when one isn't fully engaged in dealing the the brunt of daily experiences. I never did 'indulge' and avoided most people induced problems...but still things can and do go awry and like you said, we shouldn't "go it alone". That fear of living fuller and exposing myself to more possible disappointments and traumas makes me fear losing the weight completely. I keep asking myself: what'll be left after I've lost it? Thanks for sharing this...and good luck with whatever your trying to achieve. Glad you found a job again. You must have a needed skill. Most folks lose jobs and don't find another for a year or more!

The choclateb(70% cocoa) and lower fat cheese are o.k. kill the carbs. And write off all simple carbs. They're the enemy.

I have gone back to NSAIDS as long as I take the nexium. Suspect you'll be able to do so as well. I didn't need it til 6 weeks post surgery tho.