Sharon7370

I was like that for about 3 months after the operation eventually got it under control and have only been ill less than a handful of times. It eases and gets better

Off to see my consultant this afternoon, hopefully I can get some help with the hair loss and general feelings of being run down. Feeling very fatigued to at the moment.and weight is plateauing even though I still have at least another 40 lbs to go

I had a drink immediately after eating last week because I had a bad cough and needed to try soothe my throat, straight after that I was in the bathroom staring at the bottom of the toilet bowl!!

I'd say go with what makes you feel happy in yourself. Have you had the one where they say you cheated by having the operation. I got that one last week from a lady who had lost 3 stone dieting on her own (she'd put it all back on mind and I was noticeably slimmer than her)

Pre consultant appointment -4lbs Pre op diet-10 lbs Month 1 - 20.8 lbs Month 2 - 15.82 lbs Month 3 - 15.68 lbs Month 4 - 9 lbs Month 5 - 15 lbs Month 6 - 3 lbs Month 7 - 16 lbs 41 lbs to go fingers crossed

I'm 7 months out and just look ridiculous with the amount of hair I've lost, my hairdresser even suggested I get a pixie crop last week and this may well be my only option. As I have an appointment on Monday with my surgeon I'm holding on to see whether I am missing something from my diet that may help. I discovered through research that I was not getting enough protein in me I need 100 grams to help me lose weight I'd be lucky if I was getting 20 grams so I have added protein shakes and so far today I have managed to get 64 grams of protein in. I also take zinc and biotin to strengthen the hair when it does grow. I know nothing I've told you will help with your hair loss but your not alone if that is of any comfort.

I was doing herbal life shakes before the op to help lose the weight and had some left so I've got some to use up. Just been to holland and barratt and bought 2 huge tubs of whey protein at 78grams per 100 grams of powder shall try it and see if it makes any difference in the meantime I will buy a hat

Do protein shakes count as a drink or food, I'm not worried about the calories of them because I don't eat enough calories too worry its the half hour between eating and drinking I'm concerned about. If its a drink then no wait time for a cuppa if its food I have to wait half an hour

Hi I was sleeved 20/12/13 and have lost 107lbs so far. I'm stuck in a it of a rut weight loss wise at the moment and my hair is falling out badly! I worked out that I am probably only managing 10grams of protein a day. I do take a multi vit once a day. Any help tips or advice would be great

Happy post op Birthday

I have my 6 month post op check in a week, I think they are doing bloods then.

I only eat 3 meals a day I couldn't manage any more than that

I have some protein powder, hubby was taking it to gain weight, I will pinch it to make a fruit smoothie

I thought protein was my issue now just got to try get some in me somehow!!

Hi I'm from the north east, I had surgery on 20/12/12, scary but the best decision I've made since deciding to have my kids. I was originally 290 lbs and mow I am 184. I have dropped from a size 22/24 to a size 14/16. For the first time in over a decade I feel alive. I would honestly say I have had no problems. Until now! I feel a little run down. I can only seem to eat about 10grams of protein and I know it should be so much more. I haven't a clue wether I should be taking more than just a multi vitamin to help and my hair is falling out a LOT. Anyone with advice or tips out there I would greatly appreciate it

I still only manage very small portions. I'll have a fat free yoghurt or small banana for breakfast, a very small tuna salad at lunch and a small piece of chicken with carrots and broccoli for tea, the portion size is less than a saucer full as I am full so quickly.

I had my sleeve 7 months ago and have lost 106 lbs to date. I have felt run down of late suffering from a mouth ulcer and irritating cough also a Water infection and a rash that looks like a mild dose of shingles. My hair is also very thin. I suffer from Primary Biliary Cirrhosis (an autoimmune disease of the liver, sleep apnoea and fatty liver disease. I take Ursodeoxycholic Acid 600mg and Provigil 400mg for the PBC. I am on a Multivitamin plus Iron once a day. I only manage to eat about 10grams of protien a day. What additional supplements should I take to feel better and get back on track?