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Dr Krahn and his partner Dr. Channing Chin are excellent in The Inland Empire Southern California. I had lots of previous scar tissue on my stomach with a chance they could not do the surgery. First thing I asked hubby when I woke up.Dr. Krahn explained the surgery, talked to me again before the surgery, Dr. Chin has done most of my post op appointments. Mine was an open procedure and I would have it done all over again and can not wait for Onederland! Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 259 RYN 238, this week 209

I told people the truth from the very beginning. When people tell me I look great I get embarrassed. I have not been at this weight in over 32 years since the birth of my first child. When someone makes an ugly comment like you took the easy way out, I generally say if you think the surgery and lifestyle changes are easy then you do not know enough about the program, it is the hardest thing I have done in my entire life.

Does anyone have constipation? I only go twice a week. I take one collace daily but that does not seem to do the trick. I am 6 weeks out and only eating Protein and my many Vitamins including Iron. Any suggestions? Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 259 RYN 238, this week 209

So glad your family liked it. In addition, it freezes well - so I freeze some of it in meals I can eat!

Let me know what you think of the soup...

I could not eat that much in a day. 3 - 4 tablespoons or 3 - 4 ounces is it for me at one time.

All depends on how you feel. My surgeon said as soon as I felt up to it. My surgery was open, I went back to work after two weeks and I believe it was about two weeks for my hubby and I.

chicken tortilla soup 1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces 4 quarts water 3 stalks celery, chopped 2 cloves garlic 1 onion, finely diced 2 (14 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes with juice 2 cubes chicken bouillon 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 2 zucchini, sliced 3 carrots, sliced 1 Med Potato diced 1 small can tomato paste 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced 1 bunches chopped fresh cilantro Nonfat Sour Cream Directions: 1. Place chicken and water in a stockpot, and add onion, celery, and garlic. Cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is tender, about 45 minutes. 2. Remove chicken from broth, and set aside to cool. Skim off fat. Smash cooked garlic cloves against side of pot. Add undrained tomatoes, zucchini, carrots, potato, cumin, cayenne pepper, white pepper, and bouillon cube to the broth. Cover, and simmer 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add tomato paste to thicken soup. 3. Skin and bone chicken, then dice or shred into bite-size pieces. Add chicken to soup . Heat through. Season with salt to taste. Ladle into bowls, and garnish with cheese, green onion, sour cream and cilantro.

Chicken tortilla soup with light sour cream (homemade) very yummy! Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 269 RYN 238, this week 203

I was awakened by the wind and the umbrella that was flying around the deck. I called to my husband to help me. I was in my underwear and a Tshirt. We have a mirrored closet near the front door. As my husband was bringing in the umbrella I wondered who was that person standing there in their underwear and then I realized it is me!!!!!!!!!! Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 269 RYN 238, this week 203

Almost 60 days out can you see a difference? I made it to onederland - need to update my tag line!

Found this new tomato sauce at Stator bros. 1/2 cup is 50 calories and the sauce is very tasty. Although it is very expensive $9.99 for the jar. I took hot Italian turkey sausage browned it, and mixed a 1/2 cup of this new sauce. It made two meals for me. I have a problem with sugar anything over 1 gram and I will dump. Yesterday was a good day, no dumping and at least 60 ounces of water. The sauce name is Lucini Italia Hearty Artichoke Tomato Sauce 100% natural no sugar added (made in Italy)

I think my bowel issues are over - I take one Colace three times a day and eat applesauce every other day. Not sure what does it - but I am thankful regardless. The applesauce makes me sick to my tummy for about 30 minutes - more than likely too much sugar - 11 grams for the unsweetened.

Listen to the doctor - you are too early to do anything else. How much of the magnesium citrate did you drink? My doctor's office said to start with 1/4 of the bottle, if no results drink another 1/4.

Have size 18 W pants, I am only 5'4" so if you are tall they will not work. Also have several dresses size 22 - 20. Most are career pants and same for the dresses. I am located in Southern California.

Me too, we'd is my weigh in day! Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 269 RYN 238, this week 203

I Really like yogurt but every time I go to the store and look at the yogurt, every brand I look at is full of sugar. Can someone recommend a low sugar yogurt? Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 269 RYN 238, this week 203

Ground turkey and refried Beans with a little green taco sauce so yummy and makes several meals Egg salad with light mayo and dill pickles Meatballs with sugar free spaghetti sauce shredded pork with green via verde sauce Broiled Salmon with fresh lemon What are your favorite meals? Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 269 RYN 238, this week 203

I am a grazer, I am very glad I dump if I eat the wrong foods. If I do not dump! then I feel sick to my tummy. I would be putting weight back on if I could eat everything. I love the fact that I can only eat a little three tablespoons and that I am not hungry - cravings yes. This time of the year, candy has always been my downfall so glad I can not eat it! Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 269 RYN 238, this week 203

I walked 4 miles today. It was cool outside and a little breezy. Walking is so good for my soul! Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 269 RYN 238, this week 203

Please share the buffalo balls they sound really good. I made a dish prior to surgery that was chicken, bell peppers, onion with blue cheese and buffalo sauce also very good but At this point in my journey, I do not eat the veggies. Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 269 RYN 238, this week 203

Amazing I hope I look that good in 10 weeks! Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 269 RYN 238, this week 203

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I am not tired at all - the problem I have - husband is ready for bed early like we have for years and I have more energy. So I have been keeping the house a little cleaner, reading more and need to incorporate exercise in my daily routine - other than walking. In the beginning I was tired - but I went back to work after two weeks off. In my 51 days, I have had two breakdowns and asked my husband why did I do this to myself - both bouts were centered around bowel issues. So 95% of the time or more, I am good, I am a slow learner and did not realize that things I took for granted have sugar like BBQ sauce and ketchup. The most important things - listen to your doctor and the nuturionist, allow other people to take care of you - I could not wipe my backside and had to ask for help - take the pain medication and sleep when you are not walking. Make sure you pack chapstick and lotion - my skin has become dry with the surgery. I feel like I have learned more about me during the last 51 days than I ever have before - part of it is due to the RNYTALK website and learning from the many wonderful motivators that have joined this group.