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I should note the ulcer is the 'worst case scenario'. It is more likely hunger or heartburn! Didn't want to alarm you

See a doctor. And start a PPI. It kind of sounds like it could be an ulcer...ever have a problem with that in the past? Ulcers in your duodenum (the first part of your intestines, connected to your stomach) feel the way you describe and get better when you eat. A PPI is how they are generally treated, that and checking for h pylori.

I told a handful of ppl and I suspect the rumors have been flying and that some of y close friends have spilled the beans. But if ever asked how I am losing the weight I reply honestly..eat less and exercise more. None of their business but I also understand not wanting ppl downplaying your hard work. I know I have worked so hard to lose this weight and don't want that overshadowed bc I had some help.

I take generic viactive. No problem whatsoever. Yes the citrate is better but carbonate is more than sufficient for most.

Interesting but I find strength training so much more enjoyable and 'easier' than my cardio sessions, which include high intensity intervals at least an hour and really pushing myself. I think adding in a strength training class or video 2-3 times a week is a great approach...in addition to your cardio. Good luck!

Haha nothing is tmi on this site I think. That's really interesting. I'm not sure why that would be the case...are you aroused with all this wetness or is just kinda your baseline? And is it all the time? The reason I ask is bc when ovulating its normal for your vagina to produce more lubricant...and if you have lost a lot of weight your body (like mine) may be responding by jumping back into ovulating cycles. When we are overweight many become anovulatory so it may be your body kicking back into fertile mode. This is purely my guess...

One last post...I am 5.5 mo out if that makes a difference

The Greek yogurt pops are at my publix but I know fresh market has a ton of flavors

Yes the curry chicken is in the cold foods section. I think the costcos vary though. I have seen it at fresh market though. As for the sesame crackers they have them at my local publix and also at whole foods. I forgot to mention I also get Gordon's frozen grilled shrimp an add it to premade sauces like a curry

Some of my favorites: Sukhi chicken curry. I love flavorful foods as I'm more satisfied that way. costco sells a large serving which I eat off of all week. I don't even miss a starch. I think can get frozen version at Fresh market. Trader joes turkey meatballs Trader joes turkey meat sauce just the sauce Salmon burgers from whole foods Sriracha so I can add it to anything from chicken and tuna salad to Soups Amy's tomato bisque soup--I add a laughing cow cheese to increase the creaminess and add Protein Amy's lentil Soup Kashi go lean crisp cinnamon --add it to Greek yogurt with some jam for Breakfast Jiff to go natural Peanut Butter cups. Individual servings. Bumble bee tuna salad in Thai chili and lemon pepper. You can buy them with some crackers too for an easy meal on the go Laughing cow cheese...all flavors Baybell cheese low fat Individual breakstone 2% cottage cheese Ak mak sesame crackers are amazing! Yasso Greek yogurt Popsicles in various fruit flavors...70 cals and 6g protein and it satisfies my sweet tooth Giardheli 72% dark chocolate Pickles, pickled asparagus to add to tuna salad Pure Protein Bars (chocolate peanut butter is my favorite) and pure protein chocolate shake at GNC for 35g protein

I think they are gross. I can't do the powders. Tried a couple brands of unflavored in many things but between the texture and off putting during an aftertaste I have unused tubs of the stuff! Now I just eat my protein or drink a pure protein shake (35g). Hopefully your taste buds won't be quite as discerning!

I'm really struggling with this too. I have lost about half my hair thickness. I just purchased the nioxin hair system at ulta for thin hair. I have also stopped using any heat on it and bought a more gentle brush. Hope these changes will help. Good luck

My breasts used to be awesome and now they look like I've had five kids. Not a good look. But I am glad I didn't have anything done before surgery. I do intend to have something done about them once I'm done losing weight. But I run into the same problem as you...I haven't had children yet so is it a waste to get them done, have kids, then get saggy ones again?!

I know my nutritionist upped my carbs bc of all the exercise I do. I don't think everyone's body is created the same...some function better with more carbs and that's okay. I would make a nut appt. and in the mean time go up to 80 or so and see the results. We have these sleeves forever so you can experiment some. Good luck!