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Not to be mean, but the best theory is NOT to compare yourself to others. That's just not the way to go about handling your 'new life.' Nobody else lives in your body but YOU. Your weight loss is great and when would you ever have lost that much in such a short time? Please don't compare yourself to others. That's just asking to be depressed. :-)

I know!! It's amazing. I also take 1-2 fiber gummies, depending on how things are flowing. I also alternate iron & calcium so I don't take both on the same day. I get plenty of both doing it this way and haven't been constipated anymore. Thank goodness!!

If you are having issues with your bowel movements, try adding Magnesium to your daily Vitamins. I don't even have to take Miralax anymore!!

2 oz? Not to be mean, really, I am not trying to be mean. But if you are tracking daily oz's you need to stop. I do weigh myself everyday. I do it just to put myself in the mental state of reminding myself that I have 'new' life.' But it goes up and down within a few pounds. That's normal.

Where is the incision? The one above my belly button was like that. It's a more sensitive area. Any pus? Is it warm to the touch? Inflammed around the edges? Any red streaks? Any fevers? If no to all, then try warm moist compresses 3-4x a day. Always call your doc w any changes.

I really hadn't noticed. I'll pay attention & let you know. Thanks!!

Mine keeps crashing. The screen will suddenly go blank. I am having to delete the app and re-install at least once a day if not more. Anyone else having problems?

I'm glad that l am not the only one who is confused.

It's not an 'official' group. We just invite each other to be friends. You can do a search on here and many threads will come up w peoples MFP names. Let me know if you join and I'll send you an invite.

Sure, it's a great topic. Esp with the long timers adding their comments. But.... A lot of us are over at My Fitness Planner and we view each others diary and make comments & support each other. It's helpful and keeps us (me at least!) honest.

I understand the whole theory of needing protein to stay full longer, and eat protein first because we fill up quickly. But as we start to eat normally & in maintenance, is protein intake at such high levels still so crucial? The wonderful threads about 'eating normally' got me thinking about this.

SkyPaw, that sounds like fun!! My husband (the shopper in the family) is going to look for it. Thanks!!

Thanks everyone! I got cleared to start exercisng slowly. So i think i'll walk this week and then next week wander into Lifetlme and talk to someone about a trainer.

Does anyone have a carb count for the green chicken? It sure looks yummy.

Yep! I'm 51 and my face looked like a teenagers for a few months! It wasn't fun. I'm 3 months post-op and my skin is all cleared up again & periods normal. I'm sure menopause is right around the corner though....

Thanks! I'll start looking around. Btw, its an hour later & i'm STILL drinking my shake. I'm impressed with myself; if i may say so myself!! :-)

Yes, this is actually common. You can do a search on here for it. Our fat also stores hormones, so as we lose the fat, hormones get released. You may also find that your skin breaks out. Many of us went through a few months of pimply faces!!

Also try probiotics. Do call your doc tomorrow and let them know. If it gets worse they can give you a script for a mouthwash that will help it.

Nice!! My magic bullet is on its last legs & i dont want to get a new one. What brand do you have?

Babysteppin'- exactly!!! :-)