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I had my 1st salad at 3 months out. Lettuce does not agree with me. So even at over a year out i have only tried a salad a few times. Its hard for my body to digest.

I can eat about 2oz of the pizza toppings. I'M a little over a year out.

I have gone down 1/2 size and went from wearing wide to medium.

I had to take finger nail polish off but could keep polish on toes on.

Yes I usually eat 5-6 times a day not because I'M hungry but because I need my nutrition.

I was aloud to have sf hard candies very early out still have to watch the carbs. I had to wait three months to have gum.

I go to a registered dietician.

Congrats you look amazing!!

You look amazing!

This happens to me with all protein drinks so i stopped having them.

You look fantastic!

Peanut butter, crackers, and bread.

Congrats you look great!

Yay I'm excited for you! It is completely normal to be scared. It will be a new beginning. Good luck keep use posted.

Beef jerky is high in sodium but you can get a low sodium version.

Each baratric center has different requiredments. I did not have to have my a1c in normal range but was only barley above the recommended number. My a1c has improved since surgery a little, but has been a constant battle because I still am brittle. I wish for you the best.

Happy Birthday!! and you look great!

Congrats on your weight loss and good luck on plastics. Keep us updated.

I am 10.5 months out, have rheumatoid arthritis, have been type 1 diabetic since age 9 (22.5 years), and a pump user for 12 years. I was always very brittle and very insulin resistant. The month prior to surgery I was on a pre-op diet, and my insulin needs dropped quite a bit during that time. I was glad I had to do that diet, as I was making adjustments to my basal rates every 3 days. By doing this prior to surgery, if I was low, I didn't have any issue eating anything to bring it up. We monitored my changing blood sugars closely during this month and after surgery, and have worked it out just fine. I had my pump on during surgery; it was necessary, as I cannot go too long without insulin without heading into dka. It was put at a very reduced rate though - just enough to have a small amount coming in. My blood sugars were also monitored closely to assure no issues with highs or lows and my medical team was prepared to take care of them if they arose. I had absolutely no wound complications, leaks, or infection, and all my wounds healed beautifully. My insulin requirement dropped dramatically immediately after surgery - about 85% or more decreased and that continues. I have become very carb sensitive and the littlest bit can shoot my BS through the roof. As always, being type 1 and on the pump, you have to test frequenly and be very knowledgable about how and when to make adjustments. I did do a lot of this on my own; however, it is key to have your health care team closely involved with every aspect of this. I had surgery on a Monday morning and left the hospital Wed. afternoon, even though one of my lungs collapsed during surgery. I hit my goal at around 6 months out, and am trying to maintain. I am currently about 20 lbs under goal, but still falling within an acceptable BMI range. (Total weight loss of 113 lbs) My biggest struggle throughout this is consuming enough fluids to keep from dehydration. I am a bit unusual with my specific problems, but then again, I always have been. Having surgery is a very personal decision, and each person must weigh the pros and cons. As for me, It was a great decision, in spite of a bumpy road.

I had to give caffeine up one month before surgery and could not have caffeine again until month 3. I could have decaf but yuck! Good luck!

I was aloud to do benefiber twice a day at week one. I mixed it in with my water.

I also use zyrtec. It works good, I take it at night because it can cause drowsiness.

You look great!

I have been trying to find something like this for months. I'am going to order this.

Congrats!! Your doing great.