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PS xylitol has a slight laxative effect. Could be helpful for a sleever at times, but I would not eat the whole tin in a day AND! Xylitol is toxic to dogs. I leave mine at work, since my dog gets into anything.

If someone has already posted this - sorry for the duplication. I just discovered a candy called Ice chips. Omg sooo good, and it is made with xylitol. I was in the local healthfood store, and I thought I would get some licorice as a treat, because I knew someone once who was type I diabetic, and she ate licorice because it was low glycemic. I am not diabetic but am staying away from sugar for obvious reasons. Well, the licorice I found....I did not like what I saw on the nutrition label. Then Licorice Ice Chips caught my eye. It said right on the package that it was good for diabetics and good for your teeth! It comes in a tin like altoids, and they are these sweet little chips. It's a hard candy you suck on, and it is so hard to believe it's not made with sugar! I was so blown away I found their website. Turns out xylitol IS good for your teeth, and it is a natural sugar substitute. They have lots of flavors, and I have now ordered a bunch from amazon. So far licorice, lemon, and cinnamon are my faves. If you have a sweet tooth like I do, I recommend these. They do NOT trigger cravings like real sugar candy does. I guess because it doesn't spike your blood sugar. I love love love them!

Im headed to walmart! Brb

Awesome! Congrats on gettiing close to halfway! It will be here before you know it. I know it was a big milestone for me -- about ten lbs ago. Keep that lil butterfly flyinf along! Love the halloween costume I may try that one next year. This year I am 1940s housewife. So....same era! Happy Halloween! Have fun!

I cant think how it would be in your chest, and after so many weeks. I strongly urge you to go to a dr. Best wishes, and keep us updated!

Surgery was 5/22 and on July 4 I had just a couple sips of white wine. It was ok. <shrug> I didnt feel motivated to drink the whole thing. Pre surgery I would have had several glasses!

Omg!

Sounds like what is called transfer addiction. He used to medicate with food, but he cant use food anymore so he is using alcohol. It is dangerous, and you should encourage him to get help.

Yay it worked! Don't know why it was so easy for me to grab pics of Gov Christie off the web yesterday and put them in a post, but putting in a pic of my dog was so hard! I think I've got it figured out now

trying to post a picture per gamergirl's request dunno if this will work...

I was so stoked at the grocery store last night to find that Old London melba toasts have only 9g net carbs! And they were on sale SCORE!!!

amen!

glad you are feeling better and are up & about! Days 2 and 3 were the hardest for me, by far. Work at staying hydrated - that is your #1 job for now & will make a huge difference in how you feel. Then a close 2nd will be meeting your protein goals. You're on your way! Congrats & best wishes!

If it was me, I would call the doctor's office. It does seem weird to me that you would gain on a liquid diet. Best bet is to call them & seek counsel since the 10 lb loss is their requirement, and it's their plan that's evidently caused the weight gain. They should be kept informed that this is going on, and can perhaps make alterations to your pre-op plan. Don't get discouraged -- they are on your side and want to help you succeed. Reach out and get some help from them.

I've heard some people's programs don't recommend them until they're several months out, so first off I'd say check with your NUT. My program said it was ok once I was on regular foods. I just eat teeny bites and chew extremely well if I have salad. I haven't had a problem, but I have read some people here who do experience discomfort with raw veggies. So....1) check with your NUT and if you get the all clear 2) try some slowly and carefully (as with all foods being reintroduced!)

she definitely seemed to feel more guilty eating them than I would have

just a quick funny story I thought I'd share So….crackers are a slider for me. I don't think I'm alone in that! Last night I decided to indulge. Stood in the kitchen, opened the package and had a couple. Then I remembered I needed to turn off the sprinkler in the backyard. I asked the dog if she needed to go out – she was snoozing in the living room. She indicated that she was waaay too sleepy and comfortable to go outside, so out I went by myself. I was outside perhaps 5 minutes. When I returned, the dog met me at the door with a look—you know the one: ears down, head down, tail curled under, and a so-sad demeanor that said “I feel soooo guilty.” I soon discovered the cracker box – chewed up --- in the middle of the living room floor. There were cracker crumbs all around. I shook my finger at her for a well-deserved scolding…..but as I headed to the trash can to throw out the remains, I was secretly smiling. She saved me from the slider. Good girl! lol

I bet your mom will be absolutely thrilled! You're probably nervous because you love your mom and what she thinks has high value to you. I bet she is going to be so happy for and proud of you! I know my mom was so worried about my future as an obese person. She worried about my happiness, my quality of life, and the health problems I was likely to develop as a result of it all. She has told me she is so happy and worries a lot less! Mom's are great. Enjoy your time with her!!

Found it! And I'm passing link along to anyone that is interested in her blog -- it is a fantastic story of her journey. She's awesome! Here's the entry that talks about changes she noticed at 7 months post surgery: http://www.queenofcrop.com/archives/2012/05/

Yep that must have been it -- because I was an avid reader of Queen of Crop!!!

and the after is from Aug.... so 2 months ago....yeah I can see it. (I did a wuick google search. Pic from nj.com)

I fully agree on both points! I think he's lost more than we can tell. A good ole before and after picture would be helpful

Can't remember where I saw it -- it may or may not have been a VST member --- but she posted before and after pics of close up of just her eyes, and it looked like she had had an eye lift! Her before made her eyes look puffy saggy & older, and her after was awesome -- like her bright shining eyes were now SO BIG! I'm hoping for that effect . . . .

In my mid 20's I lost 75 lbs with weight watchers and I definitely freaked out over the difference in the way I was treated. Bitter is an excellent word to use. I was indeed astonishing how differently I was treated. This kind of thing can really mess with a person's head, and in my case I believe it is largely what led to me slipping into old habits and regaining my weight -- and then some. I say find a counselor NOW. You don't want to jeopardize your success. A counselor can help you unravel all these complicated feelings, and help you find ways to center yourself. You are still YOU, but you are different. I imagine my experience this time may be a bit different as far as the attention because I am a lot older this go round. But I think if I start feeling uncomfortable I will go to a counselor, because I don't want to go back to that place. Best of luck to you, and I'm glad you shared here on VST. This is an excellent place to start for support. But a good counselor would be very valuable for you too.

that is so exciting! I'm headed that direction too -- can't wait! congratulations!