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@@PorkChopExpress Even 2 years out, I am still on a BP medication, but a lower dose and a MUCh cheaper drug... Good luck on your journey and may 2017 be full of many successes!

Man you rock. Great job. Sent from my XT1254 using the BariatricPal App

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Good luck Jon....

I agree there is always healthier choices... We went to Braum's a while back, they were having their grill green chili chicken sandwich. I ordered it, without a bun (caused some confusion, but they got the point). Grilled chicken, a slice of cheese and topped with green chili, and I could only eat about 1/2 of it... It was a delicious meal, and I snuck an onion ring in as well.

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@@BigViffer Great article thanks for sharing.

Are you drinking enough? are you taking blood pressure medication? Do you have access to a blood pressure reader? You might want to discuss with PCP or surgeon... Good luck on your journey

@@BigViffer good advice on the Vitamins, I nearly forgot about that.... and yes more Protein can be hard on your kidneys. Since we don't know what your pre-existing health issues might have been, besides being over weight I would add, please check with your PCP/Surgeon.

I would add another Protein drink in, if you can... my goal was to get in about 100 grams/day

Are you getting enough protein in? How is your weight?

Sounds like you are not drinking enough. Even 2-3 months post op I was struggling to get my water in

LOL... Yeah... I am still wondering what a football bat actually would look like and what would you use it for?

@@taxudown looking good. Keep up the great work

I noticed after loosing about 60 pounds not only did my libido come back, but I and y partner noticed my 'little' friend not being very little any longer, and yes, the ability to act on those desires is more profound and satisfying to each of us. Good luck on your journey! I'd say, keep your chin up, but well that seems to happen spontaneous already!

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/kidney-stones/basics/risk-factors/CON-20024829 Dehydration. Not drinking enough Water each day can increase your risk of kidney stones. People who live in warm climates and those who sweat a lot may be at higher risk than others. Certain diets. Eating a diet that's high in Protein, sodium and sugar may increase your risk of some types of kidney stones. This is especially true with a high-sodium diet. Too much sodium in your diet increases the amount of Calcium your kidneys must filter and significantly increases your risk of kidney stones. Being obese. High body mass index (BMI), large waist size and weight gain have been linked to an increased risk of kidney stones. Digestive diseases and surgery. Gastric bypass surgery, inflammatory bowel disease or chronic diarrhea can cause changes in the digestive process that affect your absorption of calcium and water, increasing the levels of stone-forming substances in your urine.

One of the risk factors for developing gallstones is rapid weight loss.

Nice another gay in Texas...

@haolenat What is the 'other' way??? I want to know what I am missing out?

Hey Ann LGBT friends are here and very supportive. I live here is North Texas with my husband of 2 years, been together for 12. Good luck on your journey

That is awesome Cody...

What's up @@kwyant1976

Congrat's on the surgery and entering into this new chapter of your life! Keep us posted on your success and your stalls... yes we have all had them, and more importantly, I think I can speak for everyone here, we are all here to support each other, answer questions, the best we can, and offer our support to each other! Good luck!!!

@@UpandAtom I would suggest Water therapy, if that is allowed by your ortho. Water moving will put less weight on the affected joint and allow you to get the exercise you need. Just a thought? Sorry to hear about this set back, you've made great progress... and your journey has some more way to go! I wish you all the best as you make the right decision for you...