ladylaura

This may be a weird question (lol), but is Diet Snapple decaf? I have a bunch of it here, and want to drink some. But, I know everything needs to be decaf, and I can't find anything on it saying if it is or isnt?

Sorry for the TMI LOL But, the past few days I've been having dumping syndrom. If it's not called that for the sleeve, I'm not sure what to call it? It happens after every 'meal' (I'm only 9 days post op....so a meal would be Soup, pudding, Jello, etc..lol) How long does this last? It would make it hard to go to the weddings I have to be at this weekend

I know this is probably a long shot, but is there anyone around the Ventura County area? I would love to have someone else to talk to out here and possibly go on walks with and such

That's great! I understand all those emotions...I went through them too. It's completely normal I had second and third thoughts, doubted myself...thought "why not just stay on weight watchers instead of doing something so drastic?" stuff like that. But, I'm really glad I did it! It really is helpful and my biggest issue was portion control...now, it's not an issue LOL You will be so happy when it's done and you get into routine Excited for you!

I don't blame you! I hated not having food I can chew LOL (weird how you miss that, isn't it?). Don't feel bad you've lost 6 lbs! That's about where I was. But it says you're down 45 lbs? That's amazing!! That is great Keep at it! When I did weight watchers before the surgery, I was lucky to be down a pound or two in one week...so 6 lbs in 10 days is awesome I had my surgery at my doctors surgical center in Woodland Hills. It went well, thankfully

Oh cool! I'm in Moorpark! We should all meet up somewhere! I'm doing okay. Kind of frustrated because I hit yet another stall It's been 4 1/2 months and I'm only down 51 lbs (I know I shouldnt complain...but it's difficult). How are you all feeling?

Thanks!

Down 51/52 lbs! (depending on the day and water weight LOL)...4 1/2 months out. Looking forward to losing even more! Yay!

I have the same problem. I was thinning and losing it before surgery, and now it's worse Gobs of it coming out and clogging the drain...it's so depressing! I'm taking Biotin 10,000 mg and a homeopathic remedy, but so far, no regrowth. I hope it comes in soon too!

Thank you!!!

You need protein. You're probably starting on stage 2 now, right? What really helped me in soft foods was pureeing chicken (it sounds and looks gross, but if you add marinara sauce or something to it, it's pretty good!), or even tuna. Try to get maybe 2-3 oz in and if you're hungry later, eat again. Jello is good too...

How long did it take you to start to see your hair grow back? I'm a little over 4 months out and it's been falling out in globs I already had thinning hair and now it's worse. I take 10,000 mg of Biotin daily, and bought that "Wet" brush people talked about (good brush, btw! lol)...but...still nothing. How long does it normally take? Anybody know?

Oh man, I can't imagine not coloring my hair LOL Ugh. But..anything that may help I guess Thanks for the suggestions! 6-7 months out I can see regrowth? Not too much longer! I just hope it's not a ton more hair gone before then lol

Wow! 6 1/2 a week is amazing! I think the most I lost in the beginning a week was 4 LOL Now, I'm about 4 months out and I'm lucky to get 1-2 lbs a week It's been frustrating. You are doing amazing!

I'm 4 months out now, and I know I can start to introduce everything again (and I have been). The one thing I haven't tried are the breads and pastas. I've been afraid. One, I'm afraid of craving them again like I used to, and two...well, you hear horror stories about it getting stuck and everything. When did you try to eat breads? And how was it for you? I've done crackers, matzo, and corn tortillas...

Thanks everyone! Maybe I won't crave it so much after all. I'm thinking now that maybe it's because I haven't had it that I want it (that forbidden food thing...). I don't eat much anyway, so it wouldn't be a huge amount. But...I try to allow myself other things once in a while (ie: ice cream LOL) just so I don't make this feel like a diet and allow myself that treat every so often. Maybe I'll feel more comfortable with the idea soon and try it

I was just in Disneyland for 2 days and all I did was eat out. It wasn't awkward, but I have had experiences where I ask to order off the kids menu and both places asked me if there was a reason for it (which I thought was ridiculous. One said she had to ask her manager if it was okay. Seriously?!) But, I usually just order a'la carte or something small...or split it with someone. I don't really drink when I eat, but there are times I need to take a sip just to wash it down. So, I usually have water or ice tea with me there anyway.

Is so hard! I find myself getting back into old thoughts and habits when I was on a diet before. I'll eat something and feel guilty. I can eat 3 oz of chicken and an artichoke, and feel bad thinking I ate too much. I know I'm not eating a lot, but I feel like when I do eat (and I do try to eat only when I'm really hungry), the guilt kicks in and part of me wants to just not eat at all. Does anyone else struggle with this too?

What do you normally eat for a small snack that is low in calories and high protein? I'm hungry, but I don't want to eat too much...

I'm about 3 1/2 months out and everytime I eat and/or drink I gurgle in my throat, tummy, etc....and it gets loud. Very embarrassing LOL

I love the chocolate covered frozen banana too! Cosco has it and Dole (I believe) puts it out now where it's 4 banana slices in dark chocolate. They're in 100 calorie pouches and it's perfect for the sweet tooth I was hoping my sweet tooth would go away after surgery, but no such luck lol

I never stopped coloring my hair LOL It's really thin now and bare in places I didn't want to wait...I don't know how long it will take to grow back..

I did that too...and it does get easier. Hang in there!

I'm curious about what everyones cycle has been since surgery? The first couple I had after surgery, it seemed fairly normal. But, now it's only been 19 days and I got it. WAY early! Anyone else finding it bounce all over the place? LOL

Wow! Interesting..