mstratto

Haven't been on in a while, but so glad I did to see all of the amazing before and afters! so inspirational. Here's mine!

Well... hopes have been defeated, so hopefully you all have some advice/suggestions. As some know from previous posts/profile, I was scheduled for July 9 revision from band to bypass given that the surgeon determined the band was no longer effective. While I was initially told that my insurance approved the revision procedure from lapband to bypass, I was informed late today by my surgeon's office that the insurance company only approved the lapband removal and NOT the bypass. Things are at a standstill at the moment trying to see if there's anything that can be done by my surgeon to convince the insurance company that it is indeed medically necessary. However, it's not looking good and there's a very strong probability that the bypass procedure will not happen. I hope to see my surgeon next week. I'll keep you updated as it goes. Things may change, but I will move forward with healthy eating and exercise regardless...based on research and from the evidence on this forum I know the bypass would have been the most effective tool to help me reach my goals. But...as my sister said to me today, "never say die and keep trying." Thanks for ALL of your support. Any advice/suggestions, please let me know.

yeah, I'm sold on "my fitness pal" - so cool!!

YAY!! Can't wait to hear your stories about recovery and success!

Hi friends! Question...anyone know of a really effective food journal app for the iPhone/iPad? I downloaded the "clarity health journal" app. Didn't know if there's a bypass-specific journal. I'd like to be able to track protein, water, carbs, vitamins and alike. Thoughts? Thx

You will do amazing!!! Keep us all updated on your progress

so amazing!!!!! great work!

hi all, I'm curious as to folks who are more than 2 months pre-op who struggle with eating at night (and maybe those who are a good time post-op from the surgery too). I seem to do very well in terms of controlling my eating behaviors during the day, but once evening hits I'm hungry (and make poor choices). I'm sure it has to do with emotional eating or using food as a relaxation tool, so I have the "why" down... Do others experience this? Other than "knowing" I shouldn't be eating bad foods at night (the "what"), I'm curious as to "how" to change this behavior. Maybe I should start a food journal? Suggestions/thoughts? Thanks

LOL! thanks for that haha...can't wait to see what I feel/look like at or around my goal weight