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as long as the scale is trending down over time, there is no need for worry. do not fret about a pound or 2 up from a day ago or whatever minutia has got your head in a spin. the body loses weight in a stair step pattern. lose a little, level out, lose more, level out, etc. i dont believe in a 'stall' or a 'slow loser'. i think these terms just lead to people labeling themselves and getting into negative headspace. just keep doing what you're doing, as it appears to be working, right? don't compare to other people and their loss pace. each is different. remember that slow, steady weightloss is better for your body overall. we tend to lose the most in the first few months, and then we slow down a bit. losing 1-2 lbs a week is a reasonable goal. this is not an instant thing. remember to look at the overall picture.

as long as the scale is trending down over time, there is no need for worry. do not fret about a pound or 2 up from a day ago or whatever minutia has got your head in a spin. the body loses weight in a stair step pattern. lose a little, level out, lose more, level out, etc. i dont believe in a 'stall' or a 'slow loser'. i think these terms just lead to people labeling themselves and getting into negative headspace. just keep doing what you're doing, as it appears to be working, right? don't compare to other people and their loss pace. each is different. remember that slow, steady weightloss is better for your body overall. we tend to lose the most in the first few months, and then we slow down a bit. losing 1-2 lbs a week is a reasonable goal. this is not an instant thing. remember to look at the overall picture.

I drank a ton of herbalife Protein drink mix. it is clear and has about 25 gm Protein / 20 oz. It comes in a powder. (i got it on ebay or amazon). two flavors, berry or mango something. kill 2 birds with one drink. win win. p.s. Isopure tastes like catass.

Oh don't be discouraged! I was sleeved May 12th and have lost 39 lbs. And am pleased. You are not only losing pounds but inches also ! This is good! Life is good ! We have been given a new chance ! :-)

I would go back to closely monitoring your intake, like with mfp or some other cal counter app. Maybe work in a Meal Replacement shake for a meal or so per day. cut your carbs like mad.

if a seed could get through your staples, the food and gastric juices would be getting through too. Therefore you would have a leak. There is no more risk of seeds going through your staples as any other food. It's not like the staples you put in paper. there are three rows usually and they are very close together. Plus, after you are healed, your stomach is a whole organ again, like it was before, only smaller.

The Chia Seed.
The humble chia seed!!
If you're struggling with Constipation, try incorporating chia, either in a pre made drink (love grape chia kombucha by Synergy), greek yogurt with chia on the bottom (17g protein), or make your own chia pudding (many recipes online).
My bf works at one of those hippy grocery stores and just brought home some chia yogurt one day. HOly Crap---literally.
Check it out. Chia is high in Protein, Fiber, Essential fatty acids, and many many Vitamins and minerals etc etc. Do your own research. I'm amazed.
-unbe

The Chia Seed.
The humble chia seed!!
If you're struggling with Constipation, try incorporating chia, either in a pre made drink (love grape chia kombucha by Synergy), greek yogurt with chia on the bottom (17g protein), or make your own chia pudding (many recipes online).
My bf works at one of those hippy grocery stores and just brought home some chia yogurt one day. HOly Crap---literally.
Check it out. Chia is high in Protein, Fiber, Essential fatty acids, and many many Vitamins and minerals etc etc. Do your own research. I'm amazed.
-unbe

The Chia Seed.
The humble chia seed!!
If you're struggling with Constipation, try incorporating chia, either in a pre made drink (love grape chia kombucha by Synergy), greek yogurt with chia on the bottom (17g protein), or make your own chia pudding (many recipes online).
My bf works at one of those hippy grocery stores and just brought home some chia yogurt one day. HOly Crap---literally.
Check it out. Chia is high in Protein, Fiber, Essential fatty acids, and many many Vitamins and minerals etc etc. Do your own research. I'm amazed.
-unbe

Truthfully these settings on the machine are nonsense. Do this. 220 minus your age. That equals your absolute highest heart rate. Then times that by 40%, this would be the heart rate suggested for someone just starting to work out. From there you can go up as you get "better" and more fit until you reach the 85% of your max which would be your max cardio heart rate before going anaerobic.

"fat burn" is bs. Go hard or go home!

yep no problem with pills. even day after surgery.

Makes me think of that old jokey retort "If you're not cheating, you aren't trying hard enough!",
so that's it, we are just trying harder!

Having been through it, there is no way I could have hid it from those close to me. I think that would have added such a level of stress that I could not have dealt with. I know there are a lot of ppl that have concealed the surgery, by telling little white lies... I just don't see that there's anything shameful about having this surgery. My scars are just now starting to fade, but still noticeable. I know this is not what you wanted to hear. I know you are set on keeping it from everyone. For me, it is my secrets that keep me sick.

bypass is better for people with type 2 diabetes, or have 100+ lbs to lose. The sleeve also doesn't have the same complications with absorption (iron/ vitamins) that you see with RNY/ bypass. I think its a huge personal choice, along with your doctor's guidance and education.

Having been through it, there is no way I could have hid it from those close to me. I think that would have added such a level of stress that I could not have dealt with. I know there are a lot of ppl that have concealed the surgery, by telling little white lies... I just don't see that there's anything shameful about having this surgery. My scars are just now starting to fade, but still noticeable. I know this is not what you wanted to hear. I know you are set on keeping it from everyone. For me, it is my secrets that keep me sick.

Having been through it, there is no way I could have hid it from those close to me. I think that would have added such a level of stress that I could not have dealt with. I know there are a lot of ppl that have concealed the surgery, by telling little white lies... I just don't see that there's anything shameful about having this surgery. My scars are just now starting to fade, but still noticeable. I know this is not what you wanted to hear. I know you are set on keeping it from everyone. For me, it is my secrets that keep me sick.

This person is batshit. Lose her "friendship" gratefully.

This person is batshit. Lose her "friendship" gratefully.

Having been through it, there is no way I could have hid it from those close to me. I think that would have added such a level of stress that I could not have dealt with. I know there are a lot of ppl that have concealed the surgery, by telling little white lies... I just don't see that there's anything shameful about having this surgery. My scars are just now starting to fade, but still noticeable. I know this is not what you wanted to hear. I know you are set on keeping it from everyone. For me, it is my secrets that keep me sick.

They are good for Protein. Watch the CARBS! Their claim of 'net carbs' is not truthful. I love them and was eating about 2 a day, but my weight loss slowed. When I cut them out, I sarted losing again. Just my experience.

Hi guys, My progress so far is truly UNBESLEEVABLE. I'm so happy with how this is going. I've lost about 34 lbs since the 'before' pictures. I am 5'7". The before pix I was 255 lb. The After pix I am 221 lb.

bypass is better for people with type 2 diabetes, or have 100+ lbs to lose. The sleeve also doesn't have the same complications with absorption (iron/ vitamins) that you see with RNY/ bypass. I think its a huge personal choice, along with your doctor's guidance and education.

bypass is better for people with type 2 diabetes, or have 100+ lbs to lose. The sleeve also doesn't have the same complications with absorption (iron/ vitamins) that you see with RNY/ bypass. I think its a huge personal choice, along with your doctor's guidance and education.

Hi guys,
I I am down 70 lbs from my highest last Feb and about 50 since surgery. Another 30 or so to go to get to goal of 175. I'm 5'7 and very happy so far.