Zoey716

Congrats on being sleeved!! Hope you're doing well so far! The meetings are held the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 - about 7:30ish. So the next meeting is March 27th. Hope to see you there!

I think the support group meetings are very helpful too. This was my 2nd one that I have been to, and I love hearing everyone story, where they're at, where they have been, what works for them, what doesn't work for them etc. It makes me feel like I'm not alone in this process.

Really enjoyed the meeting tonight at Synergy! Glad there is such a nice and supportive group!

I don't think I would have volunteered this information before this process. When I started looking into having surgery, I told him that I qualify just because of my BMI (over 40), but never mentioned what weight I was. He was with me for my consultation with the surgeon and I think he finally pieced together just how much I weigh. He's very supportive and after the surgery I will be happy to share with him how much I weigh!

Fantastic!! Congrats on finishing the marathon!! What a GREAT accomplishment! You should be very proud of yourself!

Great job! You look great!

Hi there & Happy Friday! I have been reading *read - lurking* for a few weeks now. I really appreciate all the information, tips and suggestions that this site and all of the members provide! I have already had my surgical consult, psych eval, taken 1 of my 2 required nutrition classes, have had blood work done, and now just waiting for my PCP to provide a letter clearing me for surgery. Then I should get my date! Surgeon said my surgery date could be in about a month! I have started drinking the recommended Protein shakes (fusion Bariatrics), for one meal a day, leading up to the liver reduction diet 2 weeks prior, which will then be 4 shakes a day. I had my first shake this morning - the Cinnamon Roll flavor (which was supposed to be one of the best flavors), and have to be honest, I thought i was going to throw up. Has anyone else had this happen? I'm hoping its just because its new and I'm not used to the flavor/texture. Thanks again for any input. Happy Valentines Day!

Thank you so much everyone for your input. It is appreciated. Next time i see my nutritionist (next Wed), I am going to ask her if I can try other brands of shakes. They were pretty specific on the one brand (Fusion), so i just want to make sure using other brands is "okay" Thanks again!