odessallen

Good
- I can exercise for thirty minutes without feeling like I am going to die
- I love the feeling of loose clothes
-I have four sizes in my closet and enjoying getting to wear my favorites again
Bad
-I do not like having to eat/drink all day to get the Protein consumed
-it hurts when you don't chew your food enough
- Constipation -milk of magnesia gies me diarrhea. Going to try the Smooth Moves tea.
Still no regrets. Glad I made the decision. Hopefully most of this will subside in time.

My random thought:
I am overwhelmed when it comes to shopping. It took me 4 hours and 20 mins to buy a single pair of jeans this morning. Im sure it will happen once i get the hang of it, but i really thought i would enjoy shopping. There are plenty of choices and 'cuts' to choose from. Aargh.

Same here.....the choices! ARGH!

I love the Pure Protein-chocolate and Peanut Butter bars. It has 20 grams of Protein and 2grams of sugar. I get them from Walmart.

Checking in......
H W - 246
S W - 235
C W - 178
TOTAL WEIGHT LOSS - 67 lbs.
Feeling pretty good. One of my fat rolls on my back is gone. Yeahhhhh! No longer have a double chin either' I can eat whatever I like so that is good. So many times I allowed my eyes instead of my stomach determine my hunger only to he disappointed. Was on size 2/ now in size 16.
#lovin the new me.

Checking in......
H W - 246
S W - 235
C W - 178
TOTAL WEIGHT LOSS - 67 lbs.
Feeling pretty good. One of my fat rolls on my back is gone. Yeahhhhh! No longer have a double chin either' I can eat whatever I like so that is good. So many times I allowed my eyes instead of my stomach determine my hunger only to he disappointed. Was on size 2/ now in size 16.
#lovin the new me.

Checking in......
H W - 246
S W - 235
C W - 178
TOTAL WEIGHT LOSS - 67 lbs.
Feeling pretty good. One of my fat rolls on my back is gone. Yeahhhhh! No longer have a double chin either' I can eat whatever I like so that is good. So many times I allowed my eyes instead of my stomach determine my hunger only to he disappointed. Was on size 2/ now in size 16.
#lovin the new me.

I am in week three also and seem to have stalled. Still have pain eating my soft foods so I retreated back to my Protein Shakes. I am getting sick of those so I noted some others that are referenced on this site. I really appreciate everyone's contributions. This site has been a HUGE help.
SD - 12/17/13
Down 32 lbs

That is awesome Odessallen!!! I'm still doing a Protein shake in the morning. I think having a variety of Protein Shakes helps so I won't get bored...cookies and cream one day and vanilla cheesecake the next!
I haven't really been interested in eating which is a HUGE plus! I did have some grilled salmon this week that was heavenly!!! Basically just sticking to Soups (egg drop has been my fave) with a scoop on unflavored powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein powder and lean Protein. I was a volume eater before surgery and only being able to have 5-8 bites is good but, I no longer look forward to eating. I know that's a good thing.

HW - 320 12/2/13
SW - 313 12/17/13
CW - 277.1
Not as fast as I would like but felt better after talking to my but and she said I have lost 25% of my excess body weight!! So that made me feel better!!! Plus I got into a 2x workout pants and all my previous ones were 4x!! Just skipping right over 3x I guess.

Went to my NUT Monday.
Starting weight 245
Surgery weight 235
Current weight 198
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Total loss 47lbs in 5 weeks
Starting 6th today
Happy to be down from size 20 to 16.
Woot! Woot!

HW - 234
SW - 214
CW - 196.3
Current size 16-14
Bye Bye 20-18's - super stoked

HW---245. VSG date - 12/17/13
SW---235. 5ft 5 inche
CW---198
Total weight loss --47 lbs
Tuesday I get to eat anything except for steak and raw veggies! Yeahhhhh
Went from size 20 to 16.
When I first had the surgery I wasn't sure I would make it through the first 6 weeks. Sick of Protein shakes and soft foods. 47 lbs later the joy if wearing clothes that are too big is unbelievable. I am so glad I made the decision. I really wish I did it a long time ago.
My goal us to get down to 135lbs. I can start exercising next week which should help a lot!

Went to my NUT Monday.
Starting weight 245
Surgery weight 235
Current weight 198
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Total loss 47lbs in 5 weeks
Starting 6th today
Happy to be down from size 20 to 16.
Woot! Woot!

Congrats on reaching onederland!!

Went to my NUT Monday.
Starting weight 245
Surgery weight 235
Current weight 198
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Total loss 47lbs in 5 weeks
Starting 6th today
Happy to be down from size 20 to 16.
Woot! Woot!

Went to my NUT Monday.
Starting weight 245
Surgery weight 235
Current weight 198
-----------------------
Total loss 47lbs in 5 weeks
Starting 6th today
Happy to be down from size 20 to 16.
Woot! Woot!

Went to my NUT Monday.
Starting weight 245
Surgery weight 235
Current weight 198
-----------------------
Total loss 47lbs in 5 weeks
Starting 6th today
Happy to be down from size 20 to 16.
Woot! Woot!

Went to my NUT Monday.
Starting weight 245
Surgery weight 235
Current weight 198
-----------------------
Total loss 47lbs in 5 weeks
Starting 6th today
Happy to be down from size 20 to 16.
Woot! Woot!

really? None at all? Hunger was back for me during month 5 and elevated as I got more active over next few months. I would say my hunger is only controlled because I eat Protein and veggies every 3 hours. I definitely have hunger. If i do not keep eating, I get light headed and "weak"

HW-247. SW-237. CW-200.
Total weight loss --- 47 lbs
Hit a stall with no weight loss week 3-4. Had to give up my 18-20 jeans so I am excited.

HW-247. SW-237. CW-200.
Total weight loss --- 47 lbs
Hit a stall with no weight loss week 3-4. Had to give up my 18-20 jeans so I am excited.

I HATE cold food. Having to eat a small amount slowly is driving me nuts. Waiting between bites so it doesn't hurt is smart but cold food at the end is nasty. Hopefully this too will pass. 4 weeks out!

I know what you mean Tami...I had Rx Naproxyn especially for the cramps...can't take that anymore...tried Tylenol, but that didn't seem to even touch the pain. Grrrr.

I had mine the week before surgery, then started about 5 days late... Boy this one is a doozy! Very heavy and bad cramps! Missing my ibuprofen which has always helped in the past! Have 6 week follow up next week, will definitely ask what I can take because Tylenol is not really helping.