Dizzy182

I haven't watched the show. Are you judged on how fast you lose weight. If so, that sucks. Not everyone loses the same weight no matter how hard they try

yeah that is how it works, but it is how much each team loses.

Dr. Deol is the best. I really do not think I could have found a more supportive system. I have been away at school and she calls to check on me all the time. One cannoy really expect that much from such a busy doctor.

Hey Michelle!

You are in my prayers and best of luck with tomorrow.

Originally posted by Lisa Green

Tuna somtimes is too dry or something. It'll get stuck if I don't put lots of mayo in it. I miss eating sardines! I know yuck but my Dad got me to eating those things and I like them. But everytime I try to eat them since my surgery they get stuck so I end up wasting the whole little can.:cross-eye

ha...my mom eats sardines with mayo or miracle whip. sorta of life how you would prepare tuna fish salad.

I miss tuna and salmon...they tend to be dry for me.

I am so sorry to hear of your struggle. Keep your head up and have faith in everything that you ae doing for your health.

Yeah, I know what you are saying..I am 5'10. I have faith in you, you made this big move towards surgery and I know you will not lose track. Especially with such a supportive board behind you.

At one point I thought I was eating just so much and was going to start gaining weight, but I had to put it into perspective. I was not eating as much as I used to...it was a bit more than what I ate when I first had the band done...but I was still on track.

I say you try some healthy Snacks for those times. Air or stove popped popcorn (use olive oil), fruit, yogurt, animal crackers...just watch your portions

YOU LOOK FANTASTIC!!!! Congratz and good luck with your final goal...you are almost there

GET IT GIRL!!!!

I am sorry to hear that Tellie, but I know alot of us have had minor set backs. I am happy you are well and never ever ever be afraid to call your doctor when you have any concern. Good Luck:D

Just stay focused, once we get pass that fear stage when have a tendency to test the waters. A little extra eating every once in a while is not the end, but try not to do it often. Just always remember why you did it and what your goals are. Stay strong mama!

Thanx for the love you all.

Originally posted by Debra

Hey Dizzy, Glad you dropped back in!

I have my surgery w/ Dr. Deol on the 19th (5 days!). Any words of wisdom on after-care w/ her? Fills, etc. I have a feeling the aftercare is terriffic 'cos it's sure been great post-op!

You are doing awesome! Congrats! Are you working w/ Patrizia for nutrition?

Welcome back!

Debra,

Just be relaxes she is a great surgent and I had no pain when it was over. I was a little sore, but that was about it. As far as after care, if you just listen to her you will be just fine. The most important thing for me was getting up and walking after surgery because my family has a history of blood clots.

As far as fills, when i was getting hungry sooner I called Rebecca and she told me to try eating unfrosted shredded wheat after meals. Then she told me to watch my weight and if I had stopped losing she would call me in for an adjustment.

No, I am working with Sharon for nutrition. She has taught me so much. My family followed my diet as well and have lost weight. She is a God send

I joined awhile back, but school and everything else left with very little time to be active on the board.

A bit about me...

Location - East Lansing/Michigan State University

Age - 20

....don't really know what else, but feel free to ask me anything

I would recommend making an appointment to see a trainer at least twice. The first time they will assess you and then you will discuss what you see as your problem areas and concerns. The next time they will teach you how to properly perform the exercises and this may help you alot.

I have also become a huge fan of the garden burgers and all of those things. I had are hard time digesting chicken breast and I decided to try those. They come in avariety of flavors as well as forms such as chicken patties, nuggets, hot dogs, and all of that. They usually are from 10-15g of Protein per serving and are easy to digest.

the hardest snack food to give up for me was peanut m&ms...i was an addict

Good advice Donali! Christine you should also remember that you are more than likely eating a lot less than what you used to. You may see it as you eating a lot, but you may be comparing it to when you were not able to eat anything in the beginning.

Good advice Donali! Christine you should also remember that you are more than likely eating a lot less than what you used to. You may see it as you eating a lot, but you may be comparing it to when you were not able to eat anything in the beginning.

I love to snack on soy nuts, they help me with my Protein intake and they are not that high in calories. Also, I keep the 25 cents bags of chips and have a few of those every blue moon.

YEAH AL!!!!!!! good luck hun

I sort of missed Soup this winter, but we know that that is not a good choice. But, Chilli works so well. It gets you full and there are tons of recipes and you can really personalize. What food discoveries have you found?

CONGRATZ!!!!

This craze is making me a little nutty. It is everywhere and a bit annoying! I think it is funny that everyone is following Atkins, the man who had dangerously high cholestrol

Yeah AL!!!! I am so happy for you!

Janet...you should contact Rebecca or Dr. Deol as soon as possible. It may not be anything to big, but she will tell you what the problem is and rectify it.