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Has anyone tried these? What are your thoughts? Are they any good? Are they worth it? [ATTACH]39365[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]39366[/ATTACH]

Yes good problems are the best.

Thanks ladies. I'm tickled to death to see some curves. Haven't seen them in years. I work in an office with a strict dress code. I'm down 80 pounds and my clothes have gotten way to big. I'm also vertically challenged 5"2' in addition to being over weight. I usually have problems shopping second hand for dress clothes. But losing weight this fast it's just too expensive to shop anywhere else. I'm resigned to stop in at goodwill every week or two to see about slacks. Rarely do they have petite sizes. I did get three pairs of slacks one slightly short (could be Capri for a tall person) one slightly tight to shrink into, and one fit but too long (guess I'll be hemming them). Did find cute tops though. So not a complete success but not a failed trip either. I'm looking forward to shopping at the mall some day.

[ATTACH]39305[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]39306[/ATTACH] Excuse the dressing room and my disheveled look. I went to goodwill in hopes to get a couple pair of slacks and a few blouses. I've shrunk out of almost everything in my closet. I tried these two tops on and was floored. The black one was still too snug but I went ahead and got it anyway. It will fit soon.

Thanks. I love the half fast loser thank you.

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I usually use my crock pot a lot for our pot lucks. My issues with put licks post sleeve. It's that they are usually high in carbs and low in Protein. And what protein that does show up is usually beef or sausage. Both of which I have not been able to eat since surgery. I used to make a ground beef, Rotel tomato, and Velveeta dip a lot. And serve it with tortilla chips. I guess it would work with ground turkey or chicken and veggies as chips.

Thank you

I was like that pre-op. I can only imagine post-op. I feel for you.

I don't mind if the name is changed. I just have no idea how to change it.

Well the potluck went well. The turkey meatballs were really good. I'm going to start getting them for at home. Someone did think to bring some fruit. So I ate meatballs and fruit. Very yummy.

Thank you for your responses. I think I'm going to go with turkey meatballs in marinara.

I like your idea. Didn't think of that. Turkey or chicken chili might work too. I definitely can't do beef chili.

Having a pitch in/potluck at work tomorrow. I looked at the list of what everyone is bringing. Everything is either carb heavy or junk. So, in essence nothing I can eat. I need to sign up to bring something but I want it to be something I can eat. I'm almost 4 months out so I'm not limited by diet just by my sleeve itself. Any suggestions? My sleeve does not care for lunch meat or beef products so those are out.

Sorry you had to go in but if you required that many bags sounds like you really needed to go. I've also given in before and got IV fluids. You should start feeling better soon. Keep Working on your fluids. It will get better I promise.

Try drinking some G2 it helps. I also struggle with my fluids. I'm 3 months out and litterly forget to drink when I get busy. Since I have so much more energy I'm busy all the time. I drink a 12 oz bottle of G2 a day in addition to as much water as I can get in. I also set an alarm on my phone to remind me to drink. Hope that helps.

Has anyone tried doing T25 by Beach Body? I'm about 12 weeks out and 70 pounds down. Still 212 though. I was interested in trying T25 but am concerned that it may still be to intense for me. Also concerned that I might hurt myself trying it. Anyone one else try it? How was it? Oh currently my workouts are walking with weights for 30 minutes every day. I need to start doing more but it has to be something I can do from home and doesn't take a lot of time.

It might been the way it was cooked but I tried it a couple weeks ago in the cafe where I work. I didn't care for the taste or texture. I might buy a box and try cooking it at home and see if that makes a difference. I'd love another source of protein. Currently can only tolerate chicken which is getting old.

I am a few days shy of 3 months out. The first 4 weeks were rough. I definitely had buyers remorse. Had a lot more pain then I expected. Had a hard time getting in my fluids and eating. Ended up getting IV fluids at week 5 and what a difference that made. I'm still not able to eat or drink and much as I hear others can but I feel amazing. My energy levels are through the roof. I'm down 40lbs since surgery and 70lbs down from my highest weight. Yesterday I jogged with my son for the first time ever. No I do not regret this.

I like the consistency of the Quest bars. Feels like I'm eating a meal. Some of the others remind me too much of a candy bar. I'm trying to steer clear of all candy type things. I started eating Protein bars at about 8 weeks out. Mainly because I needed the extra calories and protein. Was still having a hard time getting them in. Now I just use as a meal replacement or if I'm feeling like additional calories are in order.

I like the consistency of the Quest bars. Feels like I'm eating a meal. Some of the others remind me too much of a candy bar. I'm trying to steer clear of all candy type things. I started eating Protein bars at about 8 weeks out. Mainly because I needed the extra calories and protein. Was still having a hard time getting them in. Now I just use as a Meal Replacement or if I'm feeling like additional calories are in order.

Man I love Crab legs. I'm beyond tired of chicken and Crab is the only other meat that will go down. A rare treat but a good supper for tonight

It gets better. One morning you'll wake up and suddenly you'll be about to get more down. It just takes time. Try to be patient and not try to push to hard. I know your thinking "easy for you to say" But we've all been there. I promise it will get better.

I have not tried to drink soda since surgery (12 weeks out) but I really have no intentions to. There is a lot of nasty stuff in them that I'm no longer interested in consuming. Believe me it was one of my hardest habits to break. I was a 2-3 Diet Pepsi per day drinker. Plus the fear of the bubbles in my tummy is also undesirable. I find I don't miss them as much as I thought I would. Now coffee on the other hand, that I miss.

Have you tried some crystal light or those flavored drops for your Water? I know the feeling. I was nauseous for the first 4 weeks after. I ended up dehydrated and had to get 2 leters of IV fluids. My recommendation would be to get a antinausea medication from your doctor if you don't already have one. Try different fluids untill you find one you can tolerate.