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The fact that we lose hair now is an effect of what happened to nutrition (mainly protein) intake around the surgery time. If you'll amp your proteins up, it will get better but in about 2-3 months and there's no immediate cure. I am losing hair like crazy and was told that the peek is around 4 months post op, then it gets better. It would make sense, because after the surgery we don't take enough protein, vitamins or minerals...

Gnc actually sells pumpkin pie shake... It is decent, not overly sweet

Joining! I lost 50 since the surgery but hoping to lose another 100.

fabulous!!!

Actually, this is good call; it actually may happen if you are not careful what you eat, have bad case of dumping and won't make it to the restroom. I am always super careful what I eat and never experiment if I'm not home.

amazing!!! Awesome job, girl

my hair is falling out as well, I bought biotene and will start taking that daily... Or maybe twice a day... Did you try it before?

Oh my! This is funny and You look amazing!! Save it for future, so you always know what you went through.

Oh yeah, chantix made me nuts as well! I was smoking for about 20 years and quit cold turkey about 1.5 weeks prior the surgery. I tried quitting before but I could never make it longer than 6 months. My doctor have me huge motivation to keep myself from smoking - he always tests for nicotine and would not perform the surgery if you tested positive on the procedure day. After the surgery I had cravings, but I figured I don't want to waste all that effort and start again... I think smoking makes you higher risk for ulcers as well, no? Anyway... I'd highly suggest ecigarettes. They were a lifesaver in the past and you can get nicotine free liquid for it... I know this is sooo hard...

I get them at Whole foods but I think you can buy similar stuff at super target or any other grocery store

I am not an expert to comment on nutritional disadvantages, but I do have occasional chip or pretzel thin and have no issues with them. Some brand (sorry forgot which one) black bean chips have 5g of protein per serving and pretty low carbs, so it is not as bad as potato chips... Not sure if you'd be able to eat the whole serving though

Glad you liked it, I tried to pack mostly things you would like, so no protein mixes or jerky

Oh wow, that is great coverage. I had to pay waaaay more out of pocket!

Don't worry, I too believe RNY is the best choice. You are right about the studies and take into account that some people just don't feel comfortable with all the rearrangements done to their intestines, so they pick sleeve or least invasive band.