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Well done! And you're just getting warmed up!!

If a history of failed diets was an accurate predictor of the success of rny, I don't think there would be any successes! LOL. I doubt that there are many on this forum who cannot relate. But reality is that the surgery can be defeated. When all is said and done, it really is about life style changes. The surgery does not make those changes "easy", but it does make them "easier" and that makes all the difference in the world. You might find some useful idea about life style changes in my post The Prime Directive - http://www.rnytalk.com/topic/2477-the-prime-directive/ Welcome to the family! There are so many great folks on this forum! You're gonna love the new you!!

Headache is also one of the very first symptoms of dehydration. Try drinking as much water as you can hold. If the problem is dehydration, the heacache should disappear within 15 to 30 minutes. I enjoy fishing and have seen this work like a charm many times. Easy to test.

I forgot to say that you can use the same recipe for almost any kind of fish. We've done it with fresh trout and tilapia and both are excellent. I think it would be quite good with scallops, shrimp, cod or tuna. It might even be interesting to try it with chicken and turkey. LOL

You might like to try this salmon recipe! Put the salmon on a sheet of heavy duty foil. Pour a liberal amount of your favorite salsa over it (we like to make our own but Pace is quite good in a pinch as well). Add some thin sliced lemon slices and salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle a generous amount of fresh cilantro on top. Bring the long sides of the foil together and fold them together two or three times - you're making a "tent" to steam the salmon. Make similar folds on one end - your tent has to be air tight. Now add a splash of beer to the other end - the cheaper the better, it's only for moisture. And then seal the second end. Put it in an oven at 400 degrees and bake it for 20 to 30 minutes depending on how thick the salmon is. When it's done, open it carefully and put the salmon and the "sauce" in a bowl. Low cal, low fat, low carbs, super high in Protein and absolutely delicious!!

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Wow - great job! It's possible the extra protein and calories would increase your metabolism and your body would respond by burning more stored fuel. I wouldn't worry too much about the extra calories. My surgeon requires all of her patients to have 100g of protein a day and I've averaged just under that (95g) for eight months. You really are doing a terrific job. Just keep doing what you're doing and the weight will start dropping like a rock. Congratulations!!

Welcome back! You've definitely been missed. And congratulations on the Member Spotlight!!

I lost 35 lbs pre-op. My surgery date was Oct. 20th of last year and on April 23rd of this year I had lost an additional 68 lbs. Weight this morning was 166 for a total loss of 119 lbs since May 10th of last year. Trying my best to maintain 170 lbs per the surgeon's orders - surprisingly tough but I'm getting there!

There are a number of very good products on the market that contain protein blends. I have no idea why anyone would be against whey protein but that said, whey, soy and milk proteins are all excellent and all have the highest possible 1.0 PDCAAS digestability score. Casein protein is also very high quality but not recommended for bypass patients because it's a "slow release" protein - exactly the opposite of what you want following gastric bypass. Stay away from collagen (aka "gelatin") protein. PDCAAS score is 0.08 which makes it pretty much worthless. You'll often find collagen protein in the products marketed as "shots" or "bullets". Very high protein numbers but it's useless if you can't digest it. If you can get the product name that the guy is recommending and post it here, it should be easy to get the nutrition information and the type of protein it contains. Some suggest that there is a limit to the amount of protein that your body can absorb from one "meal" - usually stating 30g to 40g but I have yet to find a reputable source to confirm that. Virtually all doctors recommend high protein intake for bypass patients so I wouldn't worry too much about your body not being able to utilize it.

Are you on regular food yet? How many calories are getting on average every day? It sounds like you're doing everything exactly right and I wouldn't worry too much about the weight loss. Five weeks probably seems like a long time but your body is doing a lot of healing and a lot of adjusting. Try to be patient and give your body time to find its own way and in its own time. Great job on the protein and keep it up - protein is really very important. Try to get as much of your daily protein from real food (as opposed to shakes or bars) as you can. Turkey, fish and chicken will all give you big protein. Going back to work will likely increase your metabolism and probably jump start your weight loss. How frequently are you walking and for how long? I'd say give it another couple of weeks and if your energy level isn't coming back, you'll probably want to discuss it with our doctor. You're gonna love the new you!!

I walked for a couple of months on the treadmill and then switched to walking in a park near my home. From an exercise standpoint, I think both are equal. I prefer walking outside because I can take my black lab and she loves it, I enjoy being outside, I love the trees, birds, wildlife, and people that the park offers. I soon grew bored on the treadmill. Every day is different in the park. So it really comes down mostly to personal preference.

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Shrimp is an outstanding source of protein as is turkey, chicken and even extra lean ground beef. There are a lot of tasty variations on turkey and chicken - turkey or chicken sausage, turkey bacon, turkey jerky, turkey chili (if you add beans that's another source of protein), turkey or chicken burgers, turkey or chicken meatballs, etc. Hard to beat eggs and egg whites are practically pure protein. And you could add practically anything that swims to your list - crab, cod, scallops, trout, salmon, tuna - if it lives in water I eat it!

Is it selfish to want to live a happy, healthy life? If so, then everyone is selfish. Is it selfish to want to feel good about yourself? If so, then everyone is selfish. Is it selfish to want to enjoy a long life of sharing, laughing, and loving with friends and loved ones? If so, then everyone is selfish. Is it selfish to accept a minimal degree of risk in exchange for an undeniably life changing option? Or is it just being an intelligent, courageous, rational human being? Selfish? Not from where I'm sitting. Scared? 99% of folks contemplating surgery are scared and the other 1% are liars. Courage is not about never taking a risk. Courage is not about never being afraid. Courage is about doing what you believe to be right and for all the right reasons - in spite of being afraid. You're gonna love the new you!!

WOW! You are one amazing testimonial to the power of making a commitment and staying focused.Thank you so much for sharing your story. The word is ever so slowly getting out to young people that there is an answer and it is truly a life changing experience beyond anything they can imagine. Well done!!

Very common and of the two options, burping might be the better end! LOL

It was hard for me in the beginning as well. But after a couple of months you actually start to look forward to it. And shortly after that, you discover that it's actually quite addictive. If I don't exercise for a couple of days, I can feel it physically and mentally. Can't explain it, don't care, it's great! Absolutely no doubt that exercising at least four times a week will speed your weight loss, help you to lose more weight, and help you to maintain your weight once you reach your goal. You're gonna love the new you!!

Good for you!! You're already loving the new you! LOL

His concern is understandable and I'm sure much appreciated. It might help if you point out to him that the very reason you're having the surgery is so that nothing happens to you. Ignoring obesity is a formula for disaster. Isn't it better to do something about it now when you're in perfect health than to wait until there really is no good option? You're on a life changing journey and you and your boyfriend are gonna love the new you!!

I use Tap and Track Pro on my iPhone. My Fitness Pal and Spark People are also highly recommended. Welcome to the family. There are so many knowledgeable folks here. You're in the right place and congratulations on your surgery! You're gonna love the new you!!

Something magical about moving down to the next size!! Congratulations!!

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