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For those if you wanting to get/keep focused, how about a weekly conference call just for us Oct 2012 sleevers. We can discuss where we are and how to stay on task. Maybe Sunday evenings for 30 mins to 1 hr. Anyone interested? Let me know and I'll set up the call. we can start next Sunday. Pamela

Weekly conference call For those if you wanting to get/keep focused, how about a weekly conference call just for us Oct 2012 sleevers. We can discuss where we are and how to stay on task. If you are interested let me know and I'll set up the call. Maybe Sunday evenings for 30 mins to 1 ht. Pamela

Please share what you find out. Pamela

I noticed that I've picked up my pre-surgery habit of snacking on junk, not exercising and drinking non Water drinks. I've picked up 5 lbs. so today I'm committed to going back to basics. My goal is to lose 8 lbs this month. Anyone want to join me? Lots of water Exercise 5 days a week Limited simple carbs Eat Protein first Eat slow/stop when full Meditate and pray when stressed instead of eating

Haven't taken iron in 5 days and feel fine. So that was it. I'll try to add it back with a slow release version.

Thanks for sharing. It sounds like you are on the right path. I've noted a few of your suggestions for my use. I like the idea of using a small pot to pop the popcorn, eat protein first and eat the veggies.

OMG. Forgot all about eating the Protein first. When I eat simple carbs it seems like I can eat 2-3 servings. It's crazy. I feel so much better when I exercise, get enough sleep and eat right. I've gained 3.5 lbs in recent weeks and since I refuse to go back I'm going to make these simple changes you both suggested.

I've lost 104 pounds.

Hello everyone. Doing great since surgery. I've lost 101-104 pounds. I noticed that I eat way more simple carbs than I used to so I'm trying to get back to the basics. I started back working out because it's been too long. Two concerns thus far: 1. I am always hungry. I eat, sometimes past full, then with 1-2 hours I'm famished. 2. Sometimes I feel dizzy. I think maybe the result of a) my Iron supplement and not enough Water. But I'm not sure. How is everyone else?

Decided to start tracking my food. I think it maybe the Iron supplements. Pamela

I noticed that I get dizzy from time to time especially if I'm standing for a long time. Wonder if its dehydration or something else. Pamela

Thanks. When you increased calories did you feel stuffed? Did you eat more at each meal or more often? Congrats on 2 years of success.

Thanks for all the great feedback. The dietician said I could be at my goal weight because the skin may way up to 30 lbs. she td me to increase my water and protein. If my body wants to lose a few more pounds it will otherwise it will stay the same. And yes there are 2 sides to the coin. Those who aren't used to seeing us thin vs those of us who can see ourselves thin when we are. I have a doctor appt next May so I'll see what she says. Appreciate your encouragement.

How do you know when you are at goal? I have 7 more pounds I'd like to lose but I noticed that some friends tell me I should not lose any more. Not sure if they are not used to seeing me small or if I'm not seeing myself accurately. I'm 5'4 and weigh 146.5.

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What you are feeling is perfectly normal. I went through that too. When you switch foods Thursday it will make a huge difference because you are adding variety back a little at a time. If you are feeling dizzy you may not be getting enough Protein. Call your doctor or dietician. Hang in there. Soon you'll be too busy shopping for small clothes to care about missing the junk food. Pamela

Just spoke with dietician. She agreed - increase protein and water intakes and cut down on carbs. She also said that I may be at goal because some of the weight is skin not fat.

I'm having a hard time losing my last 10 pounds. Any suggestion?

I'm going back to basics. I've been craving and eating carbs like crazy. I'm only 12 pounds from goal so I need to get serious.

I might need to do that too. I only have 22 lbs to go and I've been stalled for four weeks. I just want to get this last few pounds off.

Well I had carbs and started gaining weight. I'm going to make every effort to get back to my proteins and do what I need to do. I only have 25 pounds to go. I don't want to blow it.

I'm 4 months out and craving donuts, chips and other junk food. Anyone else gone through this? Do I satisfy my hunger or avoid the junk like the plague?

Surgery date: Oct 23, 2012 HW 240 Day if surgery 215.5 CW163 Goal is 140

How much does it generally cost to remove excess skin? Also how much pain is involved.