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Thank you guys for the pointers. I decided to cut the carbs completely (to a maximum of 45) starting yesterday. I hope it works out. I am a 'little' worried about missing the sweet stuff, so ideas for that are welcome. Thanks for the ricotta idea. Will try that.

So sorry to hear this Stacie. I don't have any advice to offer, but I will whisper a prayer that it gets better.

So, I am still stuck at 177 pounds- it has been almost 4 weeks at the stall, and I am really trying to figure out why. One of the things I am not clear on is how many carbs I should consume every day. I try to have all my Protein every day, have my Water intake, but I don't know if my carb intake is too high (it is usually between 60 and 100 a day. What are the rest of you having for carbs? Also, what Snacks do you eat that are low-carb- especially the sweet snacks.

I am so sorry to hear about the breakup and stress. I hope you get some healing soon. In the meantime, my suggestion would be to come up with a list of non-food related things that you can do/be to help you deal with this hurt. Take a bath, take a walk, go shopping (careful with this one;), etc.

I am surprised no one has mentioned these _ maybe they are high-something :thumbup1: I LOVE SOUTH BEACH HIGH PROTEIN- chocolate flavor. Yummy....

Toasting to you Nagaraj. Cheers, and congratulations :thumbup1:

Congratulations on handling it so well. Like Tiffy says it does get easier. I just got back from a two day trip with some girlfriends, and we ate out a lot, and I was able to keep my cover- lots of soups :thumbup1:

cuuuuuuuuuuuuttttteeeee! you look awesome.

Thank you guys for all your kind and encouraging words. Yesterday was a really bad day emotionally and mentally, and the frustration with this stall (I am not calling it my stall- just not giving it ownership) was blowing me over. I will be staying away from the scale for a few days- heading out to Chicago for a few days, and I hope that helps clear my mind a little. I really appreciate all your advice, and will take it to heart.

I had surgery exactly a month ago on January 15th. Lost 14 pounds in the first 9 days, and then NOTHING since then!!!!! NOTHING!!!!! Zilch! Nada! Naught!!! I mean seriously... what the heck! I have been keeping my calories under 800 a day. Heck I only transitioned to solids on Friday. I force having 75 grams of Protein every day. I drink my Water everyday. I watch my carbs. I even contemplated ditching the last bit of carbs that I have in my greek yogurt. I am CONSTANTLY hungry. I found out yesterday that it might be acid, and took some prevacid this morning. BUT I AM STILL HUNGRY!!!!!! And then today, we get a valentine eat-at-home dinner, and I can eat ONLY one dumpling!!! That's it. NOTHING ELSE- I AM FULL!!!! So you would think seeing that I am eating 1/16 of what I used to eat, the damn scale would move. IT IS NOT!!!! The inches are not going anywhere. My clothes don't fit differently. 21 days- and NO MOVEMENT!!!!! I have tried researching weight loss resistance etc, and I really don't know what the answers are. If there anyone that this surgery has not worked for? I am frustrated and I just want to cry!

Wow. I had not even thought about it until Oregon Daisy pointed it out. I don't have a prescription for Nexium, but have some Prilosec and Prevacid at home. Will start on that today. I had some greek yogurt an hour ago, and I am already 'hungry'/acid hungry'

I have not told anyone except my fiance, my workout partner (Who has seen how hard it has been trying to lose weight), and one of my other besties who is skinny. I told a stranger one time. She was overweight- heavier than I am, and got the nastiest comment back. Not telling my family, because they are all overweight, and are likely going to be the most judgmental. My mother will just FREAK OUT! The two friends I told have been unbelievably supportive. my workout partner even did her version of the liquid diet in solidarity- and quit on day three, understandaly so -LOL!

I am still hungry and I am on my first week of a full menu. Week 5 just ended for me. I eat 3 meals and 2 high Protein Snacks, and have no problem getting 800 calories per day. (I struggle to keep them under 800, and most days have stayed under 800 or maybe 20 to 30 calories more. I am especially hungry (and bored) in the evening. I don't have problems with acid -in that I am not uncomfortable, but am I meant to be taking acid reducers for hunger? Also, I heard that at one point you lose interest in food- when is that? I miss food! I don't act on it, but I miss food. and I really want to stop thinking about it.

hahaha! Tiffany, I had to chuckle at that confession. Facebook is a wonderful thing!!! I checked out my ex's profile too, and had only one thought in my mind. I am sure you and I share the same thought- GOOD RIDDANCE TO BAD RUBBISH!!!

Loosing, I am still in the stall as well. I hit mine about the 2.5 week mark, and the scale has not moved yet for almost two weeks. Deedee mentioned that her stall was almost 20 days, but she has reached goal. Right now I hanging on that little bit of hope :lol0:

Welcome Michelle. Cheering you on

My opinion. I got my surgery Jan 14th. if I had to wait another 7 months, I WOULD DIE- LOL! I think you will enjoy your 21st birthday even more being skinny. And - what are your surgeons instructions on alcohol? I was told 6 months by mine, but every surgeon is different.

I think it really depends on your personality. Are you the kind of person who pushes yourself? Are you kind who is not so hard on yourself? Do you enjoy exercising with groups? Are you 'body-conscious'? The one thing that is most important for me is a gym that is close to my house. My gym is two blocks away. That way, I have minimal cause for excuses. (even though I sometimes still find one). I also did not want a 'gym-y gym'- you know the kind that has the crazy body-builders howling, so this one worked for me. One of my best investments previously has been a personal trainer. She taught me how to work out, and she PUSHED me. I cannot afford her right now, but if I could, I would have loved to keep her. The only thing I am not too fond of about my gym is that there are not enough classes, and the really great ones are early in the a.m. (at 6 a.m.- and I unfortunately do not function at that time).

Alas, looks like the stall is still here!!! Weight went up by 0.2 pounds today. I know I promised not to jump on the scale, and I am hooked on the scale. arrgggghhhh!

I will trade you. I lost 14 in the first two weeks, and have been stuck for the last 2 weeks.

I hope you feel better soon Deb :biggrin2: HUGS. Please let us know what the doctors say.

Congratulations TNTPOP. Trinity and Troy will be very excited to be able to run and play with their father. This site has been very helpful for me. Feel free to ask whatever thoughts you may have before surgery.

DISNEY.... sooooo fun! one of the things on my list is planning a vacay soon whenever I am in the dumps. Plus I read somewhere that most food places in Disney allow you to get 'kid size' portions with your bariatric card (The one you get from your doctor)

Not making an excuse for any of these people, but if they are as addicted to sex as I am about food- I will not lay blame on them, and pray that they seek out the help they need. After all, I have heard a lot of people say- 'food addiction' is an excuse for staying fat. (and I know that is not true)

I felt the same way a few days out, but felt better fairly quickly.