Diane311

tinfoil_heroine, you're not alone. I was sleeved 5/30/12 and I'm hungry most of the time. I know I still eat too fast, and I pay for it afterwards, but I get so hungry I can't help it. I don't snack constantly, but probably more than I should. It's such a struggle, and probably why I've only lost around 34 lbs...... :-(

fattymcfatterson, (and I hate addressing you like this because I'm sure it's no longer true!!), what is About Time cinnamon swirl and where do you get it?? Sounds like something I'd like to try!!

Each day gets better and better, still probably not drinking enough but I try to get a couple sugar-free popsicles in too. I've also found that so far, the only protein drink I even half way like is Pure Protein....love the chocolate shakes and I'm normally not a fan of chocolate! Thanks for the great ideas and encouragment!

Wow massindex, good for you at 11 lbs below your target weight, that's great!! Water is fine sometimes, but it is nice to have a little flavor sometime!

All doctors are different, but the NUTS at his office tell us to follow the "5-10-15 rule" .... Which is 5 grams or less of total fat, 10 grams or less of carbs, and 15 grams or more of protein.

Thank you both so much! I'm sure I was most likely told this somewhere along the line, but there was SO much info and instructions to take in that I was overwhelmed! Going to put the protein powder and shakes away for now and concentrate on water.....is Crystal Light ok, or should it be plain water? By the way, you both look like you're doing a great job with your weight loss!

I was sleeved 5/30/12.... and really having a hard time getting to my protein requirement each day, no matter how hard I try. Also, I can tell I'm getting dehydrated just by looking at my skin. I've tried taking bigger sips but it hurts, so I can't do that either. Has anyone else had this problem? What worked for you? Thank You!

Good luck Butterbean!

Ok jewels1227....I'm just learning how to find my way around this site, so if I don't reply to something, that's why!!

That's great Shelbym! And thanks for the encouragement!!

I agree......we can track our progress together! My surgery is scheduled for 12:30, have to be there at 10:30am.....counting down the hours!

Hi jewels1227! I'm a new member on this site and my sleeve is also tomorrow. Not nervous yet but trying to keep myself occupied today so I don't have to think about it. I'm on a clear liquid diet today which makes me WANT to eat something....just because I can't!! Good luck to you, hope all goes well!