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MOM- Yes! It is bottled now at your grocery store.I use the plain coconut water but they do have chocolate flavored, never tried it. I get mine at Trader Joes but I know it is at the regular store too. It REALLY works for hangovers too, or so I have heard.

OH My!! Just read my emaisl here. I am so sorry you all are sick! MOM- I had the flu and drank Coconut water. It helped so much!! I was able to keep it down and whatever was in there seriously made me feel better within a day. I swear by it now. NGMA- Sounds like you are finally on the mend?? Ready- You might benefit from the coconut water also. Fluids fluids fluids!! Get well soon ladies. ((Hugs))

NGMA- I love your diet plan. It sounds so gourmet! I think I neend to plan out my meals a little better. I am very sick of eggs salad and string cheese. MDM- I never thought of it that way. You are right we only have a few months left to do this. I HAVE to get on track!!!

I am seriously hungry all the time too. I need to be more careful on what I am eating also. I have not been making the best choices lately. I am not necessarily eating terrible but for instance, I made Hamburger Helper and I ate some of it. Then I made pumpkin bread for my daughters class and had a small peice. I know I should not be eating that crap but I do anyway. The surgery did not change my mentality at all. WHAT IS WRONG with me??? I have had only 1 follow up with my NUT since the surgery. I think it is time to make an appointment.

Yes, I am all cleared. I am out 9 1/2 weeks and down 33 pounds. 10 Was preop. It is not as fast as I thought it would be but I am still happy. I do not eat as well as I should and I do not exerccise. I am working on that though.

You have come to the right place for support. There are many groups, questions and answers that will benefit you. I could not have done this without the support of this board. If you have ANY questions at all, you can PM me! Good luck and congrats!

How much weight did you lose per month? Did you experience any stalls? I am at 9 1/2 weeks and I am down 30 pounds. BUt the last few weeks it has been like one pound every week and a half or 2. Is that normal??

Well, I take Centrum. That is what the Dr. told me to take.I have minimal hairloss so far. I am noticing a little but nothing too crazy.(knck on wood) I have pretty long hair and I accounted it to the hair dye job I just did. It may or may not be that. I have noticed my skin and scalp has been extremely dry too.

Toyaboo- Sorry to hear you are sick too. It seems to be going around. My little ones were sick for about a week and it cleared up right before Thanksgiving. Sending healthy prayers your way!

BUKKI!!! AWESOME! That is amazing. Keep up the good work!

NEW Grandma- I am assuming that is new baby! ADORABLE

Hello ladies, Im back!! I did gain 2 pounds over Thanksgiving! I had a bit of everything throughout the day. Of course my family stayed with us my entire 4 days so we were on a feeding frenzy. I did stay away from the pie but HAD to have the yams. I am back on track as of today. @NGMA- I hope you get better! That really stinks that you were sick! Maybe a blessing in disguise?? @Ready- Good to hear from you again! I was told there is nothing at all we can do about the hair loss. I was advised that the protein is the most important. I know it will be my turn soon and I am so vain about my hair. @MDM- You were sick too?? Jeez you have a few weeks to heal before Christmas! @MOMOFTHING- I burp ALOT too but I toot way less now so I will take it! LOL

I am leaving work early and I am off to start prepping for tomorrow. I will be having Thanksgiving at my house for about 20 people. SOOO, if I do not get a chance to post tomorrow HAPPY THANKSGIVING SLEEVE SISTERS!!! Stay strong and eat your protein first! XOXOXOXO

MOM- Me too. I have the same problem. I ams still learning I do not need more than 2 bites. NEWGMA- I love Trader Joes. You can get some really healthy ideas from TJ. I too and very excited for turkey day! GETTING THERE- I am ALWAYS hungry seriously. Even when I am full, if that makes sense. MDM- I hate moving it is so stressful. I hope your things did not get ruined. Did the apartments reimburse for damages?? SCARED- I am so sorry you are not feeling good. Especially the stomach flu with this sleeve must feel so gross. I pray you feel better so you can have something tomorrow! ((hugs)) SMELLBUG- YAY for you, a personal trainer is awesome, and a great way to go. He/She will hold you accountable, and for me I need that. You look like you are doing great, keep up the good work.

I dont think PP was being judgemental. She was merely giving a personal opinion. I too have the same beliefs and it is AWESOME to know that someone will speak out and not be backed in a corner because their beliefs differ. In my opinion it was being supportive,just not what you all wanted to hear. I have a daughter who make rash decisions all the time and she tells me that she is so thankful that I tell her like it is because it helps her see the other side. That is the problem with our world today, "bowing out gracefully" and not standing up for what is right. All for the sake of not wanting to offend someone. Sometimes the truth hurts.Good for you BIOCHICK!

I am so happy that I have somewhere to go and talk to people who understand. I am so happy to have my sleeve and be a part of this with you all!

Has anyone experienced "stalls"?

@Greenfam- Yes I use MFP. The screen name is the same, look me up and add me! I was sleeved on Sept. 24th. I was at 250- 252. I lost about 10 pounds. So since the actual sleeve I am about 23-25 down. I cant remember the EXACT number but I know it was a couple of pounds off.

Hi Girls! 2 months verticalversary and I have not lost ANY weight in over 2 weeks, what the heck? I mean, I have lost a total of 33 pounds, a few were preop. So I am happy about that. TRYING to eat right which for the most part I am. Just getting SUPER frustrated. Especially when people ask me "have you lost any more weight"? I wish they would shut up. Ok, I feel better now. How is everyone else doing with their weight loss? How far are you out and how much have you lost??

SUEPEEPS- SERIOUSLY!!!! LOL Getting There- well said and calculated. I am not worried a bit. Just a bite of everything and I will be more than content. NGMA- I had virtually the same thing minus the cheese!

NGM- The place I went before was the one where you add all of your toppings yourself and you pay by weight. I know there were sugar free options and I will definitely go for that this summer. It will help with the protein, and like you said a couple of oz is a nice treat!!

Hi everyone! Computer was down yesterday so I could not post. Namanda- I would LOVE a transition gym. You are so blessed to have access to that. Keep up the good work. NGMA- I love frozen yougurt. I used to go ALL the time before the surgery. Probably too much. Savanna- I keep stalling too. I had a good week last week and now this week I am stuck again. Even up 2 pounds, WHAT?? FOR-ME- It sounds like you are doing great! I was a 22-24 to start and I am now an 18-20. I can not wait to hit size 12!

POPCORN, yummy. I ate close to a whole bag myself!! I do not buy it anymore AT all. It was soo good and went down like air. Very dangerous for me too.

Whenever I feel I am overeating or eating too fast, I make it a habit my next meal to chew, chew, chew. NO water with meals. I still throw up on occassion when I eat to fast. Every day is a new start so just follow your Dr.s guidelines and you will do great.

My prayers are with you. Know that God is the best protection and comfort you can find!!