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I have had this same issue. The Protein Shakes give me horrible gas and send me running to the bathroom. Someone said to use a soy based instead of the whey. I'm going to try that.

Life is in moderation,and so is the food choices we make. I had a very bad week where I over did it with food, but I'm looking forward to next week to start on the right track.

You feel like a loser because of a mini muffin? Girl...you need to relax a little. No need to beat yourself up. You ate something that may not be ideal, you didn't run over a puppy on purpose. Track it and move on. You won't always be perfect and expecting that of yourself is only setting yourself for failure.

I'm only 4 months out, so I haven't faced that myself, but I can just imagine how difficult it must be. I don't really have any words of advice, just hang in there & know that you have done an amazing job so far. I can't even imagine 96 lbs yet...wow!!!

I went out with my gf's a few nights ago and felt so incredibly sexy! I had on new jeans (size 14) and an adorable jacket (size XL) with some new knee-high boots. For the very first time, I felt normal. I wasn't the 'fat girl' of my group and felt ELATED! I loved getting up and walking around, just so people could see me And I loved when my friend said, 'You don't waddle anymore.' And I overheard another telling a friend, 'She really looks good!' It's so great to have the support of my friends and to hear people saying how great I look. I feel absolutely amazing! My 'fat girl mentality' is slowly leaving, never thought I could look & feel so good!

I'm due in 12 days... I'm so excited to meet my little man... I have managed to make it through my entire pregnancy without gaining any weight. So ready to lose the last 30 after I have him. I'm 1 year post op and have not been able to really enjoy the weight loss since I got preggo so quickly. It was all for a good reason though... I'm so thankful for everything in my life. This surgery was def life changing in so many ways and I wouldn't change it for anything.

I'm 3 1/2 weeks out and have had my first date night with my husband! I checked the menus online and chose a local fish place where I could order a shrimp cocktail. It was great! I started on my "appetizer" and by the time he was done with his dinner and coffee, I had managed to eat 2 whole shrimp. Afterwards we went shopping for a new blouse and jeans (2 sizes smaller than pre-op size). Great night out!

This liquid diet is absolutely for the birds. Day 7 of 10, you sir can KISS MY GRITS!!
Wait a minute I don't have any grits…

STITCHES?? I had 5 little incisions and NO pain what so ever!! I must have been very blessed. I also had the liquid pain meds but never had to use them (THANK GOD!!). Sorry you are in so much pain. I hope it's over soon!

Hahaha my family does the same thing...EXCEPT for my cheese...that calls for serious screaming from mom and they don't wanna hear it ;-P

It isn't my husband, but my son who has been doing this. He has decided Carnation Instant Breakfast is his favorite thing in the world. He has been eyeing my Syntrax, but I said NO! The funny thing is he was then lecturing me on nutrition because he now knows about it through his drinking the Carnation breakfasts.

I am 2 months out. Really, if there is something I want we are out of, he would get it for me. He's a wonderful guy but for some reason, it really irks me.

We found out we are having a girl! I'm currently half way through my pregnancy and ecstatic. Cannot wait to meet her! Still only about a 7lb gain. I bounce between 200 & 207. But I've had kidney stone and a dangerous bout with my blood sugar last night. I dropped to 48 anything below 65 is not good and mine was dangerously low. But I'm in good hands so I'm not too worried I've had gestational diabetes with the two previous pregnancies. So I'm handling it accordingly. The doctor will probably see me tomorrow.
I'm just grateful for a healthy baby and so far a pretty good pregnancy.
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I have waited a long 3 weeks with phone calls. .. anxiety. . And frustration and today. ..I GOT MY APPROVAL CALL! I can't explain how I feel in this moment! Im so excited and I just can't hide it! Lol..Ive been calling. .. emailing and freaking out. I was becoming discouraged and wondering if the wait was a sign. ..But as I'm in a training class in Charlotte today I get the call and literally spaz out once I hear the voice mail in front of my whole class.......ughhhh in excited
Keeping my fingers crossed

Yes two months. The man has lost 51 lb in two months. Look at the difference! I will mention he is 60 years old and still had these fast results. If you're a young male and are wondering whether to get the surgery, I hope this helps in your decision making.
HW 298
SW 278
CW 227

You know that saying " you have to LAUGH to keep from crying"....Bless his heart!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOW!! YOU BOTH LOOK AMAZING!! I CAN'T WAIT TO GET THERE!

I work the mid shift but I try to do a yogurt first thing in the morning or Protein Drink since I'm thirstier. It works for me!

So I was talkin to my dad today. Kind of giving him an update on my progress. I'm 6 weeks post-op 55 lbs down total (between pre-op and post). I was explaining that my doctor wants me to try getting in my Protein calories by eating more often. Since I can't eat very much at a time. And what does he say? "I wish you wouldn't have gone so drastic and had so much of your stomach removed" Really? Like I would have been able to go to the surgeon and said "Hi there. I'm obese and I know you normally remove 80% of the stomach but I'd like to still eat food afterwards so can you remove say 50% instead? That'd be great. Thanks!" Bless him. I know he's worried and I explained that I'll be fine and that eating and drinking is getting easier everyday. He doesn't understand why I did it and doesn't understand the procedure or process.
I try to keep a good spirit and elected to be amused instead irritated by these type of comments.

I skipped pureed entirely. I'm 3 weeks out tomorrow. I'm eating real food cooked thoroughly and that can be well chewed. I take it slow and as soon as I feel full, I stop. Consequently, I'm eating 5 small meals a day. Feel much better for it, too.

Had my surgery yesterday around 5. Did my leak test this morning. All is fine. I was given Gatorade this afternoon. It tasted sooo good after having fasted for so long for the surgery. Looking forward to starting the rest of my journey. Next post will be a long one detailing my experience here in Mexico for those who have not yet been through this.

Saw dietician tonight. I have now lost 60lbs post op (sleeved 26 April), 76.5lbs including pre-op. Those are numbers I never thought I would or could achieve so- woooohoooooo!!!
For a non-tall person, whose BMI is now just below 27 (started at 41) and whose health is changed beyond recognition, all I can say is thank you sleeve, I literally couldn't do it without you, lol!! You have changed my life forever.
I have now revised my target weight, which gives me 14 lbs to go (don't know why ticker keeps showing 7lbs). Cosmetic surgeon says my boob job will take 5 of those lbs away.... It's all getting soooo close....
Am away back to my happy dance (which I can now do for way longer without losing my breath, ha ha ha!!!) Normal service resumed soon......

Thank you thank you thank you! When can you come over and make it for me?

No real issues, I'm blessed , but I have my week appointment on Monday.

My surgery October 1, I'm doing ok. No real issues. I'm ready to workout, tonight I feel like I'm catching a cold, throat hurt a little, sniffles. Temperature has changed.