GentleHeartJ

...One of the products that has saved me is a CytoSport item called CytoMax Protein. It comes in ready to drink bottles, has no sugar, fat or carbs. It contains 40 grams of lactose-free whey protein - and it's clear! Another bonus is the flavor, it really is good. There are several flavors, I like the tangerine best. Also, and a real important factor for me - it is sweetened with Splenda, NOT the dreaded mallitol, xylitol or sorbitol, all of which do a horrible number on my GI system. I bought mine at GNC, I'm sure they sell it elsewhere too. Good luck! GHJ

There is no way to use your money that is more valuable - or with a greater return - than investing it in your health and your life. The source of the funds is irrelevant, it is still yours. Yours. Entrusted to you. Within your heart you know you made the wise choice, but you are 24 and not long out from under Mom's wing. Remember, Moms don't always make the best decisions, and sometimes they interfere when they shouldn't. Go to your mom, hug her and tell her you have made your choice with all the years of good decision-making skills she taught you, and now that you have made it, all is right with your world. In a few short years your health with be wrought with disease and pain and the money will be gone for other things. You are smart to act now. Attend your support groups and encourage your family to. God bless you, and please post updates to how this is going. This surgery will give you a brand new life - a healthy weight, and healthy body with which to go through life enjoying it : ). GHJ