K33

HW: 243
SW: 214 on 8/5/13
CW: 173
70# down from my highest wt
40# down from surgery
When I walk hard enough to sweat for one hour, I drop weight. This balances out the indiscretions I indulge in from time to time--those foods that don't belong in my food plan.
Some days, the thought of dense Protein makes me sick to my stomach!!
I wonder if it is normal at 3 months to feel, "OMG, what have I done? No more large meals, or excessive eating, or eating to relax, entertain, feel better?"
My little tummy is so small that I hardly get going on my meal when it is time to STOP! I'm having a hard time with that right now. I haven't been advanced yet to a normal diet. In 2 weeks I can have raw fruits and vegetables (FINALLY!). I hope that takes the nausea away. I secretly wonder, "OMG, what have I done? Dense Protein at every meal? Gag..

HW: 243
SW: 214 on 8/5/13
CW: 173
70# down from my highest wt
40# down from surgery
When I walk hard enough to sweat for one hour, I drop weight. This balances out the indiscretions I indulge in from time to time--those foods that don't belong in my food plan.
Some days, the thought of dense Protein makes me sick to my stomach!!
I wonder if it is normal at 3 months to feel, "OMG, what have I done? No more large meals, or excessive eating, or eating to relax, entertain, feel better?"
My little tummy is so small that I hardly get going on my meal when it is time to STOP! I'm having a hard time with that right now. I haven't been advanced yet to a normal diet. In 2 weeks I can have raw fruits and vegetables (FINALLY!). I hope that takes the nausea away. I secretly wonder, "OMG, what have I done? Dense Protein at every meal? Gag..

Every week, every day, every meal, every bite of food--making the best choiceat all times takes tremendous amount of practice, patience and compassion. Think of pre-op as a kind of having your 'training wheels' on. You are learning so much about yourself every day. It's all great practice and no mistake goes to waste (but it might go to waist) Hit the re-set button, and start again. best wishes

Every week, every day, every meal, every bite of food--making the best choiceat all times takes tremendous amount of practice, patience and compassion. Think of pre-op as a kind of having your 'training wheels' on. You are learning so much about yourself every day. It's all great practice and no mistake goes to waste (but it might go to waist) Hit the re-set button, and start again. best wishes

The final straw was being unemployed for 2 years, and wanting to rule out weight (and age) discrimination.

The final straw was being unemployed for 2 years, and wanting to rule out weight (and age) discrimination.

I was on 137mcg 6/week before my last appointment because 137 7/wk was too much and 125 was too low. Maybe you could talk to your doc to see if you could try something like that?
I went to see my endo this week and she lowered me to 100mcg. I haven't been on that low of a dose in 25 years! My endo said it's because I am a shadow of my former self.

I regularly weigh myself every Sunday am on an empty stomach, in the buff. If I feel bloated, I will weigh in during the week for a reality check. For 3 days, I ate off plan, fatty foods, and was shocked to see I gained 1.5 # only 10 weeks out. Great wakeup call. I am learning the Rules are there BECAUSE THEY WORK. ( emphasis for my own benefit only) best wishes

The final straw was being unemployed for 2 years, and wanting to rule out weight (and age) discrimination.

I did not tell my best friend is a healer and extremely dedicated to the natural means in medicine. However today I told my hairdresser lol. Today I saw a friend who had not seen me since my surgery on August 5th she said at the top of her lungs and in a surprised voice, "You've lost everything! " She asked me how and I told her I just changed all the habits in my life - - - which is the TRUTH!

If anyone is rolling her eyes about SIT AND BE FIT, it looks innocuous enough, but is quite a workout.

I did not tell my best friend is a healer and extremely dedicated to the natural means in medicine. However today I told my hairdresser lol. Today I saw a friend who had not seen me since my surgery on August 5th she said at the top of her lungs and in a surprised voice, "You've lost everything! " She asked me how and I told her I just changed all the habits in my life - - - which is the TRUTH!

Diet Snapple Acai fruit drink

Perhaps a planned after work out Protein drink would hold off the hunger until dinner
Regarding snack foods, manufacturers spend tons of money to create foods with just the right combo of salt, fat,
and sugar to keep you coming back for more
And it works

I love this thread. We teens of the 1960's are still behaving radically and shaking up the status quo by having WLS "at our age." And as one kind member reminded me, we still have 30 years to go!

I love this thread. We teens of the 1960's are still behaving radically and shaking up the status quo by having WLS "at our age." And as one kind member reminded me, we still have 30 years to go!

I will probably say, " Don't worry. My physician is keeping a close eye on my weight and me." Then change the subject

I am evaluating which of my pieces is worth altering to avoid a huge wardrobe investment until I reach goal. It was said to me I could lose one size per month, but to save $ for undergarments, not clothes. So I pulled out my sewing machine and will start with the easiest alterations in my opinion : pants and slacks. I'll let you know how it goes.

Kaj, On my program staff's advice, my Wellbutrin was changed from extended release to regular. Same for Effexor XR. But Effexor tastes as bad as liquid codeine (tho it's a tablet).

I am evaluating which of my pieces is worth altering to avoid a huge wardrobe investment until I reach goal. It was said to me I could lose one size per month, but to save $ for undergarments, not clothes. So I pulled out my sewing machine and will start with the easiest alterations in my opinion : pants and slacks. I'll let you know how it goes.

I am 62 and had my surgery a week ago. I needed a little coaxing the day of. My recovery is going well. I asked for enough anti nausea and pain Meds so that I was walking around the unit within 4 to 6 hrs (narcotics blurred my memory). I amped up my walking 2 weeks prior to my date and think it helped. Not one post op person I know said they had regrets and this gave me comfort to take the leap. And that boosts my feelings about myself.

I am 62 and had my surgery a week ago. I needed a little coaxing the day of. My recovery is going well. I asked for enough anti nausea and pain Meds so that I was walking around the unit within 4 to 6 hrs (narcotics blurred my memory). I amped up my walking 2 weeks prior to my date and think it helped. Not one post op person I know said they had regrets and this gave me comfort to take the leap. And that boosts my feelings about myself.

Surgery and recovery going well. One week out, eating liquids. When I re-read my nervous post, I couldn't believe it was me! Everything turned out much better than I anticipated.

I am 62 and had my surgery a week ago. I needed a little coaxing the day of. My recovery is going well. I asked for enough anti nausea and pain Meds so that I was walking around the unit within 4 to 6 hrs (narcotics blurred my memory). I amped up my walking 2 weeks prior to my date and think it helped. Not one post op person I know said they had regrets and this gave me comfort to take the leap. And that boosts my feelings about myself.

Kaj , how is your recovery going? I was sleeved the same day as you.