Josh2xh

I bought the magic bullet but it circulated to much air that wound up in stomach limiting what I could consume. It was undrinkable if I added any milk. Most of the time the froth would not dissipate no matter how long I let it sit. And once you put ice in, the froth is locked in.

I tried just ice and Water first then adding the Protein powder but the crushed ice melted to quickly defeating the purpose.

The immersion blender was better but still created too much froth.

I am not really sure what's to post this. The bugs section doesn't seem to have any posts so I don't think there will be any visibility. I am only using the mobile app version :

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I had clumps for the first few months until my chemist wife figured it out. Use room temperature Water first. Use about 2/3rd the recommended amount. shake it with the Blender Bottle. Make sure you use the whisk they come with. Shake shake shake. Then include the ice to make it cold. You should end up with the recommended amount of water once the ice melts a bit.

I doubt this could be done without shakes. It's tough enough to hit our Protein goals even with the shakes.

This is insane. Beautiful before and beautiful in a different way after. You're accomplishment is just stunning.

So time had past I I think I figured a solution. I want taking in enough carbohydrates , sodium, liquids. The most important for me was sodium once I upped my salt intake I haven't had any dizziness . I still struggle with consuming enough liquids to avoid dehydration. I'm just glad the dizziness is gone and I'm able to work out pretty hard at the gym

I didn't tell anyone except my husband and my mother about my surgery. They knew about how important it was for me to keep this to myself.

I found out yesterday after church that my mother had told her entire "small group" which is about 50 people. I had someone walk up to me after church asking how I am doing after the surgery and how much weight I had lost. I was dumbfounded.

I asked her if she told and she said just her small group because she wanted me covered in prayer. I get that, I truly do, but she didn't have to tell them what kind of surgery it was. I am so hurt. It's an awful feeling to know your own mother has betrayed your trust. And if all those people know, everyone might as well know. She took that choice to tell away from me. It was the one thing I thought I had control over. I am so hurt.

I don't know what the point of this post is. I guess I just have to get it out. I'm having a really hard time right now.

I literally had the same experience. My dad is better than anyone I know at respecting personal boundaries. But I went to church and someone came up to me asking how I was doing. I was so pissed at my dad and the situation he and the individual put me in. I just thought it incredibly rude of the individual to ask me the way she did. My wife was even blown away.

I thought I had gotten over this but reading your post brought back the memory. I don't have a clue how it can be made right.

Some fun while we wait for our turn? Why not!?

Complete the sentence! What are you excited to finally be able to do or redo?

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I am excited to finally be able to shop for clothes any where I want.

Jess,

This is so thoughtful of you. I live in Santa Clarita but also work all around LA and North LA. But....

I too didn't like the premiere chocolate. The vanilla were OK but I got sick of those.

Again. This was so sweet of you. I wish I could take them off your hands.

If there was one thing you had to give up, it should be soda. Even sparkling Water is loaded with sodium.

Before surgery I did ok with planes trains and automobiles. Boats are not bad, but not great. Rollercoasters have always been a nightmare.

After surgery... Rocking in my arm chair makes me dizzy. Test the waters first. I actually did test the waters in a pool. It didn't go well.

Eating and drinking have been a chore for me. I rarely hit my Protein goal but when I do, it's because I consumed so many oz of liquid I was alternating Drink / eat/drink/eat. The gym has been a life saver for me. It's a ton of work, but it gives me plenty of energy, makes me thirsty and hungry for Protein.

But I do feel like my life revolves a round good now. And snacking has become a necessity.

Your skin has retracted very nicely. You look awesome.

I share your problems at the gym. But i knew it was very important to let my trainer know what was going on with me and my surgery. This didn't prevent an episode (I passed out for a few minutes). I found out that when I perform an exercise that puts my head below my waist I get light headed. So my trainer just tailored my workouts to avoid this.

It's an 8 oz bowl. Up until around month 6, my bowl was 4 oz. At 6 months I noticed I could eat a bit more every meal and by month 9, I was up to 8 oz.

Now at 18 months, I can eat between 8 oz to 14 oz depending on the food. Protein is much more dense, so I can't eat as much as something like salad, vegetables, or fruit.< /p>

This is extremely helpful information. Thank you for sharing.

Your pictures kind of make you look like Chelsea Handler.

I tried instant mashed potatoes earlier this week. I put a full scoop of iso pure unflavored Protein powder which thined them out quite a bit. I put a small amount tarragon, garlic salt and pepper . They were amazing. By day three I ate about 3/4th of a cup with no ill side effects. I think the thin consistency help digest things quicker.

Its amazing how our bodies react to change. You were a pretty girl when you started. Now you are stunning. Good for you.

@@Josh2xh I plan on working out harder and hopefully I can tone up if that doesn't work I guess some skin surgery but that is far from my mind now something about that surgery doesn't put me at ease and also it's not all that loose

That is fantastic. I am really worried about the skin. It is really the only major concern I have even though I am more than a year from having to worry about that. I just know that its really important to help the skin retract while the weight comes off.

I am jealous that you arent worried too much. I studied the surgery options and they dont seem viable for me. But never say never.

Anyhow thank you for your reply.

I am sure you are in a PPI like prilosec or some thing better, but are you taking it first thing in the morning and with a cup of Water 30 minutes before you eat?

Slim,

Now that you have hit your goal weight, do you have an excess of loose skin? And if so how do you plan to handle that?

Oh no. That sounds unfair. I am sorry you have to have the revision.

I don't think this is common but I wouldn't worry. Be greatful. One of the biggest problems we face is dehydration. Its so hard to get in enough liquid.

I have taken ambien for the past 2 years to get to sleep. The day after surgery I took up where I left off. I usually put it under my tongue to dissolve. The taste isn't bad unless you move your tongue about a bit. It takes abot 15 to 20 minutes to completely dissolve.

Obviously this is not a liquid but it should suffice for your needs.

Matt this is just amazing. i hope you float like a butterfly and sting like a bee on that court.