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@@Gr8fulday Congratulations on your sleeve date! The support groups are open to everyone. Boise St Lukes Anderson Center 5th floor 7:00pm May 18th Summer Meals Meridian _ Meridian St Lukes Basement Cheyenne room 5PM May 12 Medical health after surgery. Cooking classes 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month Free Cooking and Bariatric Lifestyle Classes Following Weight Loss Surgery Meadow lake Office Building, 5th Floor Cooking Classroom 3525 E. Louise Drive, Suite 500, Meridian

Hello @@Ms. Babyboo your health and being there for your children are great reasons for weight loss surgery. Welcome to BariaticPal

Hi @@dimples 03 The veterans forum has some great advise to check into. Do you know how to find the different forums on the site? Always get to basics when all else fails Protein, Log food, Cut Carbohydrates, Get Water in and work out.

@@kristyc It's normal to be nervous. I'm so excited for you both. Just know the pain is temporary and your results will be amazing! @@kristyc It's normal to be nervous. I'm so excited for you both. Just know the pain is temporary and your results will be amazing!

@I'mALoserBaby Don't worry about Protein? No I have never received that advice from anyone in my surgeons office.

@@Lrckey0610 Oh yes, I was disproportionate in my weight loss phase. I'm an apple shape. chicken legs and a big middle. It will balance out with time.

@@rdy4chng The only person that has to be happy with your results is you. We all have stressful lives. Its all a choice of what you want out of this and if you are willing and ready to put the hard work in. Making changes of how you handle stress is a good place to start. Instead of stress/emotional eating choose an activity to replace that behavior. You mentioned you have never worked out. Maybe its time to try it. Its an excellent way to release stress. Walking and advancing to what ever activity works for you. Wishing you the best, Jenn

@@JPF1961 I understand what you are going through. Just know that with this process of weight loss surgery things will come up that you have to deal with and change. I'm thankful for the weight loss but I'm even more thankful to have a happy and positive out look on life again. Relationships have been improved. I date my husband again. I take my kids to the gym and outdoor activities. I take time to talk to strangers. When you are feeling good and are in a better place mentally people respond to you in a more positive way. There will always be people who want to tear you down. I just choose to keep my positive high and keep positive people around me.

@@M3l1 easy to find bariatric friendly deserts..Just google it pumpkin Cheesecake pudding Parfaits 1 (6-ounce) container light vanilla Greek yogurt (I like Dannon Light ‘n Fit) 1 (4-serving) package sugar-free instant cheesecake pudding mix 1 1/2 cups low-fat milk 4 ounces light cream cheese 1 cup pumpkin puree 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice Can add Protein powder What are meringues anyway? They don’t have any flour. They don’t have any fat, (except if you dip in them in something like . . . dark chocolate!) Meringues are egg whites (all protein) whipped up like crazy, with added cream of tartar, salt and sugar substitute, then mounded on a baking sheet and baked . . . forever! They take about an hour and a half in your barely hot oven (225 degrees F) and then you turn your oven off and let them sit for ANOTHER hour, cooling down. It’s a crazy way to make Cookies, but the end result is nothing short of YUMMY! Your kids will love these lighter-than-air, chewy, sweet goodies, almost like cotton candy except with a heck of a lot more protein! WINNER! Print Dark Chocolate-Dipped Almond Meringues Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 2 hours, 30 minutes Yield: 2 dozen Dark chocolate glaze: Dark Chocolate-Dipped Almond Meringues 4 large egg whites 1/4 tsp cream of tartar 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup spenda or stevia 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 tsp almond extract 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa 1/2 cup 72% cacoa dark chocolate chunks (I broke up 4-5 squares of Ghirardelli Twilight Delight) Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper, securing with masking tape. To Prepare Meringues: Beat egg whites with a mixer at high speed until foamy. Add cream of tartar and salt; beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar substitute, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form (do not overbeat). Gently fold in vanilla and almond extracts and cocoa. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet. Place in preheated oven. Turn temperature to 225 degrees F and bake 1 1/2 hours or until dry. (Meringues are done when the surface is dry and meringues can be removed from paper without sticking to fingers.) Turn oven off; leave meringues in oven 1 hour or until cool and crisp. Remove from oven; carefully remove meringues from paper. Cool completely on wire rack. To prepare glaze: Place dark chocolate chunks in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) 30 seconds or until melted, stirring until smooth. Dip half of each meringue in chocolate. Place on wire rack to dry. Store in an airtight container. Notes When preparing these cookies, be careful not to overbeat the egg whites; properly stiff peaks will have the consistency of marshmallow cream.

@@faxxy Two weeks out? You are still recovering from surgery. Give yourself time. 40 to 60 pounds in 2 months? Look into statistics. And also realize that we all drop weight at different rates. Everyone would love the weight to drop quickly. Weight loss surgery is not a magic solution. Work the program your surgeons office have given you. You will be amazed with the results you get if you are willing to put the work in. Wishing the best for you, Jennifer

@@jadama22 I was a bit concerned about looses skin when researching WLS. Now I realize having my life and my health back far out weighs the loose skin issue. Compression undergarments do wonders. Plastics are an option if you can afford it.

Just some things to try Make sure to have a serving of vegetables with your Protein. The Fiber will keep you full longer. If you have a craving its ok to satisfy it to get it out of the way. Find bariatric healthy sweet and salty Snacks... sugar free pudding with added Protein powder. Jerky etc.

Dating my husband Summer afternoon on a restaurant patio. Having lunch outside with just the girls.. Urban decay makeup and makeup tutorials on youtube getting more relaxed and comfortable in my own skin any new adventure I can find Dating my husband Summer afternoon on a restaurant patio. Having lunch outside with just the girls.. Urban decay makeup and makeup tutorials on youtube getting more relaxed and comfortable in my own skin any new adventure I can find Dating my husband Summer afternoon on a restaurant patio. Having lunch outside with just the girls.. Urban decay makeup and makeup tutorials on youtube getting more relaxed and comfortable in my own skin any new adventure I can find

@@timetotakeitoff I'm stronger for longer gym times. But yes I am also a weakling. I have noticed some things. If I have the car door in my hand and a gust of wind catches it. The car door now pulls me. When weeding I used to grab the weed and lean back to pull with my weight. Now if I lean back nothing happens.

@@teacherlady2133 When I was heavy I never put much effort into my makeup. When I hit onderland I bought Urban Decay's Naked3 Palette as a small goal gift. I am now such a girly girl. The colors are great for my age. Can easily go from a subtle day time look. And pump it up for night. I love Jaclyn Hill. She has some great make up looks. https://www.youtube.com/user/Jaclynhill1

Here is an web site on bariatrics and reactive hypoglycemia (reoccurring low blood sugar) http://pamtremble.blogspot.com/2010/10/reactive-hypoglycemia-after-bariatric.html. Since I have lost the majority of my weight. My blood sugars have been hitting mind numbing lows in the 50's. I found some resources that have information on diet to manage blood sugar levels. Examples of meals and snacks that work well for stabilizing blood sugar include: lowfat cheese and whole grain crackers slice of whole grain toast with peanut butter sandwich made with whole grain bread fat free plain Greek yogurt with a small piece of fruit or 1/2 cup berries large salad with abundant veggies and a source of protein (chicken, tuna, beans, egg) Keeping a food and lifestyle diary may help you determine which foods and other factors lead up to a blood sugar crash. First and foremost, you want to follow a diet designed to regulate your blood sugar level. This generally includes eating small, frequent meals spaced evenly throughout the day, such as every 2-3 hours. Meals should consist of moderate portions of high-fiber whole grains (such as 100% whole grain cereal or bread, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, quinoa, sweet potato), some lean protein (such as turkey, ham, fish, egg, beans, lowfat yogurt or cheese), and healthy fat (such as nuts, nut butters, olive oil, avocado). Sugars, especially in the form of beverages (juice, soda, etc.) and sweets (candy, jelly, table sugar, syrup, honey, cookies, cakes), should be avoided as much as possible, as they stimulate the pancreas the most because the sugar rushes into your bloodstream rapidly. Starchy carbohydrates digest down into sugar as well, so it is important to eat these in moderate amounts Starchy carbohydrates digest down into sugar as well, so it is important to eat these in moderate amounts (such as 1/2-1 cup), and choose whole grains over refined flours. White pasta, rices, breads, and cereals are more or less guaranteed to make you feel lousy after eating them as they are digested quickly and raise insulin levels. Fruits also need to be consumed in small amounts, as they contain the natural sugar, fructose, and are best consumed with a source of protein, such as cottage cheese or nuts. Even though fruits are an excellent source of fiber, the sugar content is enough to cause your pancreas to over-react if eaten on an empty stomach. The goal is essentially to not eat carbohydrate foods without including a source of protein or fat at the same time. Proteins and fat help stabilize blood sugars by making the carbohydrate digest more slowly, as proteins and fats take longer to digest and do not convert into significant amounts of sugar. Strenuous exercise burns sugar out of your muscles and bloodstream quickly, so you may be more prone to low blood sugar during extended periods of activity as well. Eating a snack contain a small amount of carbohydrate and protein (such as yogurt or trail mix) within 1 hour of strenuous activity may be enough to keep you going strong. Developing a habit of eating small, frequent meals and taking healthy foods with you for work, school, and when on-the-go, is your best weapon against suffering the symptoms of low blood sugar. If you find incorporating the above suggestions is still not improving your symptoms, you may need to sit down with a dietitian to develop a personalized meal plan to meet your schedule, food preferences, and overall lifestyle needs. Contact your dietician for more information. There is no point in living day-in and day-out with symptoms of hypoglycemia when there is a common sense way to tackle the issue and regain your quality of life!

Mine started at 3 months out. It is still going at 10 months out. grrrrrr

@@Vad1988 I would have never let my husband talk me into wearing skinny jeans. With weight loss its been funny to learn that just because it fit's does NOT mean I should wear it. Especially at my age

@@js1234567890 I'm not sure specifically what emotional things you are going through. It's all a learning process. We all have things to work on in life. I wish you the best, Jenn

@@snowkitten At 9 months out my body started to hang on to my weight. I'm ok to maintain at this weight. I'm still working out..I bounce around 135 to 140.

@@js1234567890 Excess skin or dieing early from health issues....I will take my excess skin. Me, my husband and the occasional Dr are the only ones who see me naked. (lol) compression garments work fine at this point.

@@robga999 I agree with the other post's. The amount you have to loose is a factor. I hit my surgery goal at 7 months. It still would have been fine if it took longer. Being healthy and prolonging my life has always been my goal.

@@miller1109 sugar free vanilla Jello brand pudding. Add Peanut Butter.

@@CanyonBaby http://www.caltrate.com/calcium-supplement-products/600D3-soft-chews I like the chocolate soft chews. They also have vanilla.

@@Rockhound6165 A few things to try with your Protein add a good portion of vegetables if you are able to get them in at this point after surgery. The Fiber helps you to feel full Keep healthy snack options available. If you have a craving of salty or sweet. don't be afraid to satisfy it. Its good to get the craving out of the way. Salty (Jerky etc ) Sweet (sugar free chocolate pudding etc)