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Nice to know and thanks for posting. What is surprising is that it is completely opposite to the saying/recommendation that we should eat our carbs early in the day. I should get back on the wagon. Cheers !

Congratulations. Very inspiring indeed.

You simply should not be doing this. Your stomach secretes much lower levels of Grehlin now. I really have no explanation as why you cheat ?!? If your acid reflux without cheating persists, you must call your doctor.

Don't believe a word of what she said. She might be scared. But she also might be jealous.... However bare in mind that surgeries in general have risks, and no one has immunity, even if their girlfriend tells them that they are going to be fine.

No alcohol, no smoking after surgery. Alcohols gives you much calories without nutrients. Instead you should maximize nutrients, minimize cals, eat small quantities to match your new pouch. Smoking can cause ulceration of the stomach, as well as make you sometimes dizzy and breathless. Six months down the road, yo can do alcohol and smoke.

Good luck on your journey. I like your strong attitude and will. Keep us updated in case you need remote support.

@changing b4 your eyes : it is one year after reaching and stabilizing your optimum weight. So it can be at least two years post-op.

No need for panic, it happens. As long as you are not eating less, chewing more, keeping yourself well hydrated, and upping your metabolism with exercise, it will eventually come off.

Your diet seems ok. I hope you mean raw almonds not roasted almonds which are very fattening. Also please remember that 10 raw almonds put you at about 100 cals. Drink more water, and up your metabolism through exercise. It will come off, trust in yourself.

Egypt.

I had this before, and it was due to not drinking enough water. When I increased my water intake to 2.5-3 liters per day, the pain went away. I am not sure if you have the same condition, hence I advise you to see your doctor ASAP. Meanwhile drink lots of water. To make it easier for you, I would suggest you cut one slices of lemon, cucumbers, carrots, and drink the water. Cheers to you.

No problem. Don't focus on the balance. Keep your water intake high. It will come. During a recent vacation travel, I did not weigh myself for 3 weeks and when I got back, I found I let an additional 14 pounds. Don't worry.

Welcome Amanda, I was 495 pounds on surgery date back in march 2012. I lost 130 pounds so far, and I gained a new me. I still a lot to go, and still very encouraged by the results so far. VSG will transform your life. I am now able to do things that were impossible for to do pre-op. I always have the urge to move, to go out, and not to stay at home. I am not afraid of stairs. I fit in the airplane seat without using an extension belt. I ride cable cars, and walk long distances. I eat intelligently, and only nutritious food. I share more activities with my family. I fit in theatre chairs with no problem. My appetite is completely transformed, I have no cravings, I do not wake up in the middle of the night to graze anymore. In short I have zero negative side effects and tons of positives. Go for it !

Jessfharris, your friend is plain ignorant. The amount of grehlin hormone secreted by the anterior wall of the stomach, has an extremely powerful effect on the brain. Doing a VSG reduces the amount of hormones by 90% !!! It is amazing how ignorant people can talk as if they know everything !

Goodluck for both of you. One week difference between both ops is good, because he will need personal during that period.