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I love Water, but sometimes it get hard or boring, so I use Ocean Spray Cran- Pomegranate. It's sugar free & I freeze it until it gets slushy. Sooooooo good! Crystal Light is good for flavor too!

Mine was done @ Henry Ford Wyandotte... Dr Bilal Kharbutli. Couldn't be happier. Everything went smoothly & no pain except gas pains from the surgery!

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Well, It's just over 2 years, how are you all maintaining? All's good here. I do notice if I'm lax on taking my Vitamins, I sure do feel tired & crummy! I would rather take the vitamins than the meds I was on!!!
I wore a bathing suit for the first time in over 30 years this summer!

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My surgeon told me to stay away from rice & Pasta & breads. Whole grain rice is something I plan on trying soon, just not much at one time. I also had whole wheat pasta(just a little) and that wasn't too bad.
Atkins Protein bars... delicious & nutritious! Especially chocolate chip granola & Peanut Butter granola

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If you go to my profile I have pics there...I don't know how to put them in a post yet! LOL!!!

Please read the labels on baby food... lots of sugar & sodium.

Please read the labels on baby food... lots of sugar & sodium.

Yes, it does get smaller. I have lost 80 pounds and it's noticeable. AND depending on your age and weight lost, the outer parts below that also shrink and shrivel so if you like to wax the kitty, don't be surprised if it looks like this
Done Did It!

Thanks! I had to do a double take this morning on my walk. Walked past a store window and was so impressed by my new skinny self that I had to do it again! Having the sleeve is the best thing I've ever done for myself.

I am 5'4! My goal weight is 155, that puts my at ideal weight for BMI. Thanks for your kind words!!

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If you go to my profile I have pics there...I don't know how to put them in a post yet! LOL!!!

LOL!

All you have to do is say thank you and change the subject. if they persist just say you would rather not discuss it, but thank you for noticing.

I understand what you mean, VST has been disheartening lately. But sometimes you need to turn your cheek and understand that the meanest are the ones hurting the most.

Hey you!
Why are you still sitting out there “thinking” about having Weight Loss Surgery? I know you are sure you should be able to lose the weight on your own! Well, if this were really true you would have done it by now. Some of us have lost it, to only regain it back again, and then we beat ourselves up over doing this. You have a disease, and it is called fat, fluffy, overweight, and obese. We can call it whatever name we want, but it is a disease. If you had any other disease you would go to a Doctor immediately. Well, this is a disease, because we are unable for many reasons to gain control over it. There is NO shame in having weight loss surgery. It is NOT the easy way out! It does require work and effort on your part. However it is the answer for many people.
You are going to kill yourself faster from using your fork putting this food in your mouth all day long. What are you scared about? It is OK to be scared, I was too. We have an addiction for food, and we use food to self-medicate for 100’s of reasons. I know I have been where you are right now. 4 ½ years ago I had weight loss surgery, and I lost 105 pounds and I have kept it off. I urge you to consider taking back your life and putting yourself in control of “YOU” again. There is nothing that feels as good as being healthy, and to eat well.
Please stop and care for yourself enough to change your life. I am always out here to answer all your questions and help you with anything you might want to know. It is OK to ask lots of questions, and you should do that! I was the lady with at least 1,000 questions.
I love this quotes: “"Don't sacrifice your future for a momentary pleasure" Stop and think about this quote for just a few moments.

I too am out about the same amount of time, surgery was 12/28/11. I have not lost any weight in 4-5 months, but maintaining. I would like to lose another 5 lbs strategically (lower abdomen) but the Dr told me I've lost 3% more than her goal and that is sufficient it's totally up to me. Can't wait for the spring weather to get here and stay. I love the outdoor walking etc. I am happy where I am, since I'm older, no need to look sickly. I wish you the best of luck with whatever you decide.

Cameron69, It does get better! It was the BEST thing I ever did for myself! No regrets here! Take your measurements & keep a log of your weight too. Walk & sip, walk & sip... Follow your dr's. & nutritionist's orders. Good luck & keep us posted.

I have to eat every 3 hours or I literally feel sick. I don't eat full meals, but I have something, like a piece of cheese or a few slices of deli meat. I eat about 1000 calories a day or so...don't really keep track. I have lost 141 pounds so far. I also exercise regularly. I think the exercise is more important then anything. I lose so much more when I get it in regularly. Good luck.

Big sign you are not getting sufficient fluids.