Beckyyb93

So, surgery is right around the corner for me and I'm going to make darn sure I have things that I can stand to eat. I already have the Protein shakes covered but now I'm on the hunt for the best broth. I prefer chicken, but I'd like your input on your top favorite broths to drink. If I can avoid doing things like mixing the ramen packets with Water and tossing the noodles that would be preferable. I'm 100% willing to make homemade broth if you guys have a recipe that rocks I'd love for you to post it! That broth in the hospital is always so tasty but it's sure hard to find something that tastes similar from the grocery store. Thanks a bunch! Edit: Urgh, this is posted in the wrong section...sorry guys I'm new and will figure it out.

Well, I had 8 months of history on Medifast that was monitored by my physician and have had cholesterol problems for a while and blood pressure problems for a few months. But I agree, the insurance did accept it quickly which just worked out nicely for me.

Hey guys, I'm Becky and I'm new here. I have been stalking the forums for a couple days and decided to start a post. I'll be keeping an updated log of my progress with pictures, weight, and measurements so be sure to check back! Here's my story: I'm 19 and have been morbidly obese since middle school. I was extremely athletic when I was young, gymnastics and competitive cheer along with riding horses since I was 5. I was always bigger than other kids but mostly it was muscle. My parents got divorced when I was 8 and it ripped my world apart, I had issues with depression and ended up going on Zyprexa which is now I believe off the market due to the insane weight gain. I gained 100 lbs over 4 months, it was CRAZY! I stopped cheering shortly after because I was too heavy to be wearing a skimpy uniform. So, that just made me gain more weight and lose muscle. I was heavy in high school and it just kept getting worse. I have dieted and can get down to 200 lbs but it all comes right back when you stop the diet. My weight really holds me back emotionally and I'm starting to get high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, etc. I'm now in college to get my BSN (nursing school) and am in a sorority. I have been with my boyfriend for over a year and he is my other half, we live together and are really happy. He is also overweight and is trying dieting, he supports me 100% and is right there cheering me on with every step I take. I'm extremely lucky to have him with me and he promises to take good care of me after I get out of surgery. My mom is also a huge part of my life and support system, she is my best friend and my own personal cheerleader. Between her and Matt, I'll be in great hands post-op. So, my life pretty much rocks and losing weight would just be the icing on the cake so I can't wait until I slim back down! Maybe, I could even cheer in college...that would be a dream come true! So far my journey has been wonderful, I became interested in the sleeve after my most recent weight loss fail and am at my highest weight ever! I started calling around early November looking for a surgeon who could get me in before the end of the year. I found Dr. Ricks in St. Louis and his nurses said it'd be tight but was possible. I went in the next week for my first appointment and good goly gosh is he just the sweetest guy you will ever meet. He's got a bedside manner that rivals any doctor I've ever worked with, I instantly felt comforted. We chatted for about an hour and he answered all of my questions, he set up some tests for the next week and off I went. I went in for testing and to meet with the nutritionist which all went smooth as can be and then I awaited a call letting me know about insurance. After 2 weeks, I got that magical call letting me know that I'm approved for surgery! We set up a date, December 19th which is the week after finals. I go in for my nutrition class and my blood work Monday then surgery the next week. Luckily I'm only on clears and shakes for 3 days prior to surgery...so no dying of hunger for weeks like others have to endure! Starting weight: 260 Starting measurements: Arm: 18” Forearm: 12.5” Hips: 54.5” Waist: 44” Bust: 48.5” Thigh” 30” Calf: 17.5” Shoulders: 52” Neck: 16” Here are my before pictures: I'll be sure to keep you guys updated as the days fly by!