ellemarie

Girl you are an inspiration!! Way to go, keep on pressing forward, let nothing and no one keep you from finding who you are. Keep up the good work!!!

I didn't use him but can say that as long as you carefully research your doctor do NOT be scared about going to Mexico for surgery. I used Dr Ortiz and was beyond pleased. I would go back again without hesitation.

Good luck on your information seeking. For me it was a comfortable choice, I was scared of the lapband (multiple allergies) and didn't want the bypass due to recent bowel surgeries. This just seemed like a good fit for me. Best decision I ever made, loved my surgeon and loving my life as a healthier version of who I was.

I just got in an order yesterday (I order my coffee off the internet, kcups) of my favorite type that was available in dcaf (green mountain Vermont Country Blend) I am getting ready to pop one in the machine right now...so looking forward to it, hope the decaf is as good as the regular.

I drink iced coffee (only way I like it) but the creamer (nondairy) will stall me every time. I switched to the real creamer and now I am losing AND enjoying my daily cup of coffee. I drink iced tea as well but stick to decaf because I can't handle too much caffeine (my whole life not from surgery)

It was the easiest surgery I have ever had. As another posted said, I felt better just after surgery than when I went it. I also had a tumor removed on my leg at the same time (4 inch scar) and it was by far worse than my gallbladder. I took it easy on spicy food after because I was so scared to have pain like I had before surgery, but basically I was allowed to eat anything.

tamareta, three weeks post op seems to be the most common first stall but there are no rules here. The body just goes into protective mode when IT needs to and then lets go when it finds that starvation isn't happening. Most people go through it from time to time and mostly we encourage each other that it gets better, stay the course.

My daughter is taking 2000 of metformin for her PCOS BUT she is having trouble getting those pills in since surgery. Do any of you have any suggestions? Our PCP gave her the extended release but was worried that absorption would not occur due to having less stomach. ANY suggestions would be helpful we are open to try anything at this point. THANKS!!!

You look AMAZING!!!!!!!! Thanks for posting it is exciting to think I will be there one day!!

At week three I had a three week stall. Then last week (week 12) I started another stall so far nothing is dropping. . My daughter and I did basically the same she is in the same stall as I am, her first one lasted 2 1/2 weeks and this one started a few days before mine. We both gained two lbs, we don' t like it but know it is temporary.

You should find that carbs are no longer your friend. I have very few now and my energy level is higher than ever!

You can answer, "Either is fine with me.", when asked, "Would you like a table or a booth?"

Don't stress the weight stall they are normal. Milk of mag is gentle and effective, my hubby was given the "black and white cocktail" (milk of mag with some prune juice) post of and had great results, I bought milk of mag for after my surgery but my problem was quite the opposite so I never needed it. good luck and try not to stress.

Congrats on the surgery and the weight loss. It's exciting to be on this side of the surgery and looking forward to a healthier lifestyle. Welcome.

Ground beef isn't my friend yet! Ground turkey seems to go down better. This soup is way thicker BUT way more protein so it is worth it. I would imagine it would keep you feeling full longer as well.