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Erythritol' date=' found in stevia is also a sugar alcohol however studies/google have indicated that this is the best one to consume because the side effects are much less. Granted they downturn that folks with digestive problems should avoid this type of sugar alcohol it tends to depend on the individual. I have a Vitamin Water daily and it makes me feel great and love the flavors, more particular Yumberry! It's a Chinese strawberry. It really is yummy:)[/quote']

I've been using stevia for a while now, and it is great!! The sorbitol sends me flying to the washroom within a half an hour. So much for the sugar free cookies!!

I understand, the powder along with Vitamins can really break someone. Try the glucerna carb smart shakes. They are coveted like ensure would be. Im sorry. Is there another Walmart you can go to?

Anyone know if it's ok to have coffee mate in your coffee after Rny surgery?

As long as its sugar free, I don't see why not.

The reason other stores won't cover it, is because it is considered a supplement not food.< /p>

I know!! Most stores won't cover the Protein Water or bars. The glucerna carb smart Protein Drinks are very good, sugar free, pack tons of protein and are covered!! It's not frothy and chalky like the powders. It tastes great. I have taken them out with me when I was busy. They are really filling.

No, no other place will do it but Walmart. I spoke with them, and it's true. Good to know for those who need it.

I hanks Mami, but I'm not able to do them without getting sick. I get most of mine from food now. It was just something I was reading about on a site, and thought it might be helpful.

M not posting this to get any negative feed back, as it is a very touchy subject. But this needs to be said because for some, it may be the only way one can afford to buy the protien drinks that are so costly. There is only one store that I know of if you have EBT. If you have an EBT card, you'll know what I'm talking about. Only at Walmart can you buy the K2o Protein Water packet, and the protien powder and bars with EBT/SNAP. I hope that this may help those who may not be able to get the powder on their own.

I'm so sorry you are having such a rough time. I understand how you feel. It's so normal at your stage to get depressed. So much has changed and eati g is no longer fun. It's painful, frustrating and can turn you off of wanting to eat, but not to cravings. It's understandable. At your stage I loved eating a packet of grits with a few sprayes of the parkway zero cal butter spray. It's by the margarine. It tastes great and goes down easy. You can ad a bit of shredded cheddar. Soups work great!! And if you chew the crap out of em, all kinds of the little rice cake packets cause next to no problems. I wish I had a magic cure for what you're going through, but just trust, it will get better. *hugs*

It's strange how sensitive I am to the tinyest bit of sugar. But my favorite thing to drink is hard cidar. I prefer the sweeter kinds. It had 19g of sugar per bottle. Not a single problem. I'm thinking it just hits differently. But I thought I was going to be billy badass and drink three in a row. I was smashed!!! Stayed so for about an hour, then I had a hangover from hell. It hits fast and wears off just as fast.

I'm with the ladies on this one. Would be great to see your face!!

Try Beanitos they are a chip made from Beans. They have black bean' date=' cheddar cheese pinto and flax, BBQ black bean, and another one I can't remember. I bought them on Amazon.com and they sell them in most health food stores. One small bag is 175 calories and 6 grams of Protein. Great with salsa, hummus, or guacamole.[/quote']

Sounds do yummy!!

My first week out, all I dreamt of was a bowl of refried Beans and cheese.< /p>

You look great!!

I didnt even check to see until last week. I refused to try jeans on two years ago when I hit 22. Just wait, it will be crazy in four months!

A little improvement since 7/25 down 32 pounds from 278 to 246

Lookin good!!! It all comes off in the blink of an eye. I've been pulling up the jeans I bought last week. I am not buying anymore until I stop dropping.

One photo missing

Some people are hard to talk to. I'm always happy to hear from you. What photo is missing?

Yesss! Finally get to see you glad you posted. You look great! I don't think you need to lose more. In my eyes you are skinny already.

I feel your pain. My son hit me in the nose with his head a few weeks ago. Thanks god it didn't break.

Lol thanks Mami. I've been waiting to post. Still dont care for what the camera does to me. But I felt it was time. I have been losing a little faster now that I have been able to keep things down.

It's a blessing that this surgery is available to us.

Thank you both so much!! I wish I was at goal now, but I noticed how fast I seemed to have dropped within this last month. I am so happy this has finally come to pass. Just a year ago, I would look at others before and after pics and cry. We are all on our way to a healthier life!!

I'm thinking about thirty to forty more lbs. then I should be 130-120. I'm thinking I'll get there before my year mark.

I'm not sure how much I'm down now. I've been without a scale of my own for a while now, but I think between fifteen and twenty lbs. I have gone from a size 22 jeans to a size 15 junior and I got those last week. Now they are falling down.

I've been an avid watcher since my surgery, and trust me, there are times I would trade a week of sex for a painless plate of deep fried anything covered in cheese and topped with potatoes and bacon. Then I drink some Water, feel it hit my grumpy pouch, and change the station.

I promise I'm getting the " have you lost your mind?" look. Thank you so much. I'm smiling like a child!!

Johnny, you know what I've been going through, I'm very happy now. And you have been such a wonderful friend and cheerleader for my health. Thank you!! Notice the camera hiding the face.. My son jumped and gave me a black eye and bloody eyeball. Love five year old hugs!!