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Yes but slowly.

Absolutely! I dont do insulin anymore. The only thing I am scared about is gaining weight again. My weight stopped at 160 and I noticed that I can eat more now.

SW - 230lbs GW - 140lbs CW - 160lbs Hello everyone. I just wanted to share my story about my journey. 2 years ago I was overweight and sick. I had diabetes but required insulin 5 times a day. I have very limited activities because I get tired easily. That is why I made a decision to do this and I can tell you now without a doubt that it is the greatest decision I have made in my life! Now, I get to enjoy my life with my kids doing activities, dancing, traveling, spending time with my family and friends! I am a very busy woman as what my friends tell me... I have 5 kids (ages 25, 21, 16, 14 and 6). My two big kids have there own place already. I take care of my mother who goes to dialysis 3 times a week and I worked full time. I can tell you that I am very happy now than ever! I thank God for everything... all the blessing and the trials because HE made me a stronger and better person! I hope my story will inspire you in your journey that you will be facing! Keep positive and always fall in love with yourself!!!

Thank you so much!

Thank you so much!

Its almost 2 years and I am loving it! No more diabetes medication and insulin. I can do anything I want to do, I can wear anything and most specially I have gain so much confidence and support from all my family and friends with my journey! I have lost about 85 lbs. ... from a size 20 to size 10.... it feels so good to be healthy again!

Craig how are you? Cannot wait to see another pics of your weight loss journey! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Still working on my last 25 lbs. It is so hard but I love it! Its been a year and 5 months! From 230lbs to 158lbs. No more insulin and other medication! To everyone who's in the process if Weight Loss Journey... keep it up and stay inlove with yourself! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@indyjeff and @@sunsetsue ... thank you so much!

@@BigViffer thank you so much!

Im so happy that I was able to get off my insulin! I still have like 25 lbs to go but I am not rushing! When you get closer to your goal, it is slower to lose it! To all of you, you are awesome and continue being beautiful inside and out!

Hello again for everyone, after 15 months... i am down to 158-161 lbs. life is great and no more insulin, med! I hope We can have a group meet here in Austin, TX! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I wish we have a group meet up here in Austin! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You are awesome! Im from Austin too:) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

9 months and 30 lbs more to go! keep smiling!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I walk at least 3 miles everyday, do crunches! Drink protein shake twice a day, lots of vitamins, u eat normally, i dont have restriction except for soda. I dont drink soda! I eat very little and frequently! I have small containers where I put my food... Etc etc!

Thank you....

After 6 months.... I am so happy and living a healthier life!

I am so sorry for not responding right away. I just logged in again after a long time. They are right, it takes time .... Just make sure you do not skip your vitamins and always drink protein shakes... That helped me a lot with energy! I never felt weak during my time. Think positive that you are doing great! Drink protein shake slowly even if it takes you hours! Below is my current pics after 6 months...

It has been 6 months since my surgery and I will say that it is the best decision of my life! I am diabetic and was taking insulin 5 times a day with a 300/400 blood sugar everyday! Now... I am off insulin and medication. My blood sugar is normal. HW --- 230 lbs SW --- 215 lbs GW --- 130 lbs CW --- 163 lbs

4 months post op HW 230 SW 215 CW 171 GW 130 Best decision of my life! Happier and healthier me!!!

Austin here...

Hello everyone! I would like to share how great it is to finally see the hardwork and sacrifices I've accomplished. My HW is 230lbs, SW is 215 and I am currently 173 lbs. I will say this that it is not an easy way out! It is so hard to give up everything that you were accustom too. But having healthy issues like Diabetes... 300-400 blood sugar everyday, shortness of breath and even time to spend with my kids are so limited.. That is why, I decided to change, to go with my WLS! It is the best decision I have ever made in my life. My husband along with my children are very happy to see me live longer! So for you out there who are still deciding to do WLS, I say, DO IT!!! Everything will be okay! I have attached my before and after pics! God bless you all! Have a wonderful Christmas!!!

I did mine in about a month... I used combination of financing and insurance. I can give u the info.

Hi Oki lady... Are you still looking for a great surgeon you can trust and financing options (credit, in house financing)?... Let me know, i can refer you and they will help you on how you can start your journey. I also paid in cash and did all the requirements and the surgery in less than 2 months.