Vicki1955

VSG on 5/29 and am down 89 lbs so far...been in a stall for a couple of weeks and am not happy about it...anyone else in the same boat?

VSG 5/29..down 59.5 lbs so far...very excited to continue on my journey. Keep up the great work May buddies.

Been taking Levothyroxin for over 30years and I had surgery in May...not change or problems whatsoever.

Surgery date 5/29 I am down 53 lbs and 4 pant sizes...starting to really feel great...lots of energy...so happy with my sleeve!

I am two months out and did not lose this past week. I am wondering if anyone else has experienced this..just a little frustrated.

I google searched this and said possible leaks or strictures..on Obesity Help. http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/carmelita/blog/tag/vsg+leaks+and+strictures/

I bought the Kay's Naturals protein chips...did not realize these are mostly Soy Protein...I am allergic...duh..gave me a lot of burps and farts LOL

You look amazing and we all hope to be JUST LIKE YOU...share share share please!

you said protein chips so I ordered Kay's Naturals Protein Chips....chili nacho, crispy parmesan, and cheddar cheese kruncheeze...I don't think this is the same as yours...oh oh

Thanks...just ordered the protein chips in three flavors...hope they are yummers!

Congrats....that has to be an amazing feeling...can't wait.

I tried the New Whey protein and I was sick to my stomach yesterday for most of the day...just threw the last two in the garbage.

Just went through the 3rd and 4th week stall myself...just keep doing what the doctor ordered and you will see you weight begin to drop again...don't be discouraged..and if you need to munch be sure to stick to protein items.

Every surgeon has his own post surgery plan that they want you to follow...best advice is to do as he directs.

I just went the the week 3 stall and I finally had a 1.5 drop this morning..mine was a week long but everyone is different.. hang in there and keep up the water!

Today is four weeks since surgery...just went through the dreaded week 3 stall which lasted a full week. Got on the scale this morning and was down 1.5 lbs so I hope I am on the downward trail once again. I know they say the stalls are just part of the journey but it is worrisome when you are only eating 800 calories and nothing moves. Still very excited and looking forward to what comes next..little things are getting easier like getting the work shoes on and getting in and out of my Mini Cooper..Yippee

This phase goes by very quickly...I did chocolate Malt O meal for breakfast and stuck with creamy soups for lunch and dinner because I was so sick of the sweet protein drinks..need to still have those also between breakfast and lunch and also between lunch and dinner. Hang in there.

I would eliminate the broths for a day and see if that helps...they are loaded with sodium and make you retain water.

My surgeon's instructions state to aim for 9 grams or less per meal.

I was told that I could begin my mushy phase today at the Dr's office and I came home and broiled some Orange Roughy...I think I ate too much because my stomach hurts and I am wondering how long it takes for this to go away, if I should drink to try to move it along or just be patient....Won't do it again ..aarrgghh.