Nicolanz

I'm 8 months out and it's good to know there's hope for my saggy face! Haha! It got thin pretty quick and I'm sure a big part of my problem is that I've never had a thin face. Never! I just look weird to me lol. I wouldn't trade it for the world though. Was just wondering if there's hope for it tightening up. Thanks everyone!

I've always taken a multi even before surgery. I got my bloodwork done recently and everything was spot on. I don't know how it would have been if I didn't take my multi. I don't take anything else though.

I buy pita chips or organic veggie crisps and make my own Greek yogurt dip. I usually do a half a cup of Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup of mayo ( I do full fat but you can do low calorie if you prefer or leave it out completely) and add Lipton onion soup mix to taste. It makes about 4-5 servings and is really good. Later you can use cucumbers as chips too. Or make your own potato chips. I saw in a magazine to slice the potatoes really thin, toss in olive oil and bake at 200 for 20-30 minutes. I haven't tried that but I will!

Does anyone have any easy dessert recipes made with fruit? I'm not a baker so no muffins or pastries. Thanks!

I try to answer what I know. This site has helped me tremendously! I hope it helps you too!

I wish! It took me 7 months to get rid of all my clothes that were too big!

So I decided to get the Bodymedia. They are having a sale right now on the website. I got the core (don't have a cool phone to sync with the LINK) and the dispay for $99! I can't wait until it comes in!

Graaaaammmy! They don't know YOU! Don't let a couple of twits bring you down! Tgey were probably jealous of your fabulousness and unhappy with themselves. Misery LOVES company. Telling someone that AFTER they've had surgery is not constructive at all. Unless you prove them dead wrong! Let those words fly right past you. We all know how successful you were/are/will be!

Wowee! You look fabulous!!!!

I don't know much about pregnancy with the sleeve, but my cousin had her first a 39! You're still young enough to give it a year or two. My BFF will be two years out in October and is due to have a beautiful baby boy August 2nd! She'll be 30 in November. She's doing great! Good luck to you!

It's likely to be watsr retention. Are you about to start your cycle?

I have to admit, while researching the sleeve that number concerned me! I wanted to lose 100%! I personally know 2 people who have lost 100% and one had trouble losing too much! The other is 8 months pregnant and was flaunting her cute little belly in a bikini yesterday. I'm 8 months out and have already lost 70% of my excess. For those still researching, don't let that number discourage you! I don't know how they came up with it! Seems like most lose more than that!

I realize how important it is now during weight loss. Especially after 6 months when you can eat a lot more! Planning is a good idea, I'll try to do that too. I was watching a Chris Powell video online and he suggests eating every 3 hours. I'm going to start packing almonds, grapes, cheese, etc in Ziploc bags. He also suggested a "fun day" each week where you don't worry about calories to boost the metabolism. I'm going to do this starting tomorrow! Good luck everyone and congratulations on all of your success!

You shoulda just said, "you snooze you lose, sucka!"

I want in! SW: 296 CW: 206 Labor Day : 196 I want to lose 10 pounds and be under 200!!!!! I'm so excited!

Ok, I'm back on MFP! Add me Nicolanz27!

So happy for you, Kallie!!!

So really the fit bit detects movement of the device, right? No actual sensors? I wonder how accurate it is. The bodymedia has a monthly subscription but has actual sensors on it? I'm interested in getting something like this but don't care to buy an upgraded pedometer!

I ate shrimp as soon as I could with no problems! Its high in protein!

Vain? Maybe. Crazy? Yes! The hair comes back! Plus, you may not even lose it! It's worth the risk if you ask me.

I don't have a weekly average. I've lost about 11 pounds a month, but haven't lost every month. Sonce I'm 8 months out, down 90 pounds .....that's where I get that number. It's so sporadic, don't get discouraged!

I love muscle milk the ready to drink shakes. I don't really do protein shakes any more but I buy the 4 pack to use in my coffee. If the powder tastes like these, they're really good.

I've never had acid reflux until being sleeved!

Interesting. I've never heard of that. I'll look it up!

Yea, long term maintenance worries me too. That's why it's important to gain healthy habits during weight loss. I still have 40 pounds to go so I'm going to focus on that for now! Congratulations to everyone for their success! Denn, how tall are you? I wouldn't exactly say not exercising is hindering the number on the scale, but it's not contributing to a healthy lifestyle either. It's crazy that your doc would say that. Don't let that discourage you! Good luck!