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Everything posted by Cerrin
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A better chewable vitamin?
I found the liquid B12 in my health food store. It is actualy B Total Has more then just B12 and I put one dropper under the tounge and hold it for a few seconds then swallow it. Really works well I think I got 2- 1oz bottles for less then 15 dollars and one bottle has lasted me a LONG time. I dont take it every day. But I left one at work so when I was getting that sluggish feeling Instead of having caffeene jolt I could have a B12 jolt. Works better then caffeene in my opinion.
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A better chewable vitamin?
I do a liquid vitimin. Put it in a shot glass and Down it in the morning. Taste dosent last too long but the vitimin effects are great! Then I have liquid B12 for when I am feeling sluggish.
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What foods can you NOT eat since the surgery?
I can eat Fries...I usually dont because they fill me up fast. But I will have a few when I am craving them. When I go out to eat I usually choose something I REALLY want. eat slow and I am fine. OH and I do tend to pick things I am sure will heat up in the microwave. Because Now I actually have left overs. lol The only food garenteed to make me PB is pork chops. They are just too thick for MY band. Everything else I am ok on. As long as I chew enough and eat slowly. I do not drink any carbonated beverage. But that is my choice I dont like the effects carbonation has on your stomach. and no caffeen for me either. lol
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You know you are a bandster when....
When you can pack a baggie of peanuts to take to the water park and count it as your meal. AND not be hungry the whole day. lol
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You know you are a bandster when....
When you can look down and see for yourself your shoes are untied...And then not havve to hunt up a chair for yout be able to tie them.
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December Surgery Dates
lol Get Both! Jewlery is a nice thing Clothes is a must. lol
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Wasabubblebutt is in recovery
Lol the band police....I get the diet police. Grrr "can you eat that?" I hate that. It really irks me. I play enough mind games with food I dont need anyone elses imput on what I eat. I am losing weight. Maybe not super fast. But I wanted the slower weight. Sometimes I just want others to mind their own business. But I am glad the people on here are being suportive. It is nice to know we have a good group here. I have missed you. And glad your doing well. Keep up your strength
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You know you are a bandster when....
when Burping is not even thought as rude anymore.
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You know you are a bandster when....
You think getting a shot is no big deal after having fills.
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You know you are a bandster when....
You wear safty pins in your pants to keep them on.
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Is "stuck" immediate? or creeps up on you?
No question is a dumb question. No it dosent block your airway. Sometimes it feels like it. if it did you would just cough and puke it all out.:biggrin: And usually if your stuck you will be able to tell with in a few moments of taking that bite.:teeth_smile:
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You know you are a bandster when....
When you continually have to explain to your friends you ONLY want water and your not just being polite.
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Wasabubblebutt is in recovery
I was wondering where you went to Wasa. I missed you. I really value your input on protein. You really helped me and I hope the Sleeve works well for you and you will be able to eat real food again. I wish you the best of luck.
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Is "stuck" immediate? or creeps up on you?
The thing that gets me is when I am too hungry. I take too big of a bite and swallow (old habit) then while I am in the middle of the second bite/swallow. I realize I am stuck. But for me if I try to walk it off I will definitly puke. But If I give it a few minutes I might be ok. It is the sliming that gets me. ick Who knew saliva was that thick. But I always know if I am stuck while I am still eatting.
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starting BMI over 50? come on in!
You both will be ok. I was nervous about having surgery too. But I am so glad I did it. Just listen to some happy music and relax. Let them give you something for anxiety. My Dr percribed me some Xanex for the little bit before surgery. I only took a few. But was so glad I had them for those times were my worries overcame me. And the First fill is no big deal. dont look at the needle and let the Dr do the work it will be over in no time. and stay on you liquids for 2 days after. You will be fine!
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December Surgery Dates
That is so awsome Chris! I am having a hard time keeping motivated to excercise. I was doing so good. and now the heat is killing me. I dont want to do anything with this heat.
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6 MONTHS! Progress Poll
Hot damn! I am also so glad I had it done. It is a pain sometimes when I really want to eat something and cant. But it is such a great feeling seeing the weight come off for good.
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I need smaller pants please!!
Awsome! Great job.
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6 MONTHS! Progress Poll
Everyone is doing so great. It is so much fun seeing everyone get smaller. Woo hoo!
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6 MONTHS! Progress Poll
Wow Chris, sorry Your not getting the fills you need. My dr is VERY agressive about fills. I am thankful to him he is. I think I am almost at my sweet spot.
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6 MONTHS! Progress Poll
lol Yeah we are a demanding lot. congrats on the 46 lb loss. I also got back into the rythem of the gym again. I did my 4 miles last night
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Shoes shoes shoes!!! :)
Thanks Aubrie, That is what I wanted to hear. my legs are where yours began and The swelling is less then it was but is still bad. I cant wait to be able to wear sandles and not have gross ankles and feet. I want my sexy feet back.
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I am going to be honest ....
OH sorry I went to the water park with one of my friends and got stuck for over an hour on 1/4th a corn dog. slimed and PB for over an hour. Then I thought it was done sat down on a recliner to rest and PB all over myself. ewwww Right down the swim suit. I had to sneak off to a family bathroom to clean up. Thankfully no one saw me. I was discusted.:thumbup:
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Shoes shoes shoes!!! :)
I just want the cankles to go away. I used to have sexy feet. I want them back so bad.
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Holy COW!!!
That is so awsome