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I drink the Premier Protein shakes that you can get at Sam's, costco or Walgreens. They have 30 grams of Protein per shake and I think it is 120 calories. I just getting sick of drinking them. I ordered some beneprotein online and should be here anyway to add to Soups and stuff. I am on my 2nd week getting ready to start my 3rd ! Can't wait for soft foods ❤️

I agree with original poster-- haven't we all heard multiple times "if you would only make better choices, get more excercise, etc". Usually from a thin friend or relative. And it was usually hurtful and annoying and we thought to ourselves " they don't understand how hard it is". Now to hear the same from people who DO understand is worse. Did they forget? I do not plan to live on salad either. I want to eat as a "normal" person. Normal foods, normal meals with my family, (even dessert once in awhile), but in much smaller amounts. That is where I need help and my new tool gives me that.
Some people with certain co-morbidities can't do a lot of strenuous excercise or strength training but can still have success from their surgery.
So, let's all remember where we started and not be judgmental about how others choose to go forward with their tool. We are all different, but we've ALL experienced enough judgement to last a lifetime. I for one will not be part of that culture just because someone is losing slower or doing things differently.
P.S. I don't believe those "perfect" people never put a bite of cake or a brownie or a bite of ice cream in their mouth!

Hey everyone! I'm 17 weeks post op and down 60 lbs. I was just wondering if this weight loss was a little slow considering that I have a friend who has lost about 100lbs in the same time frame. Regardless I am so so so happy with my sleeve and the decision I made to change my life. Please if anyone has tips or tricks let me know! Thank you ????

Ha ha ha is not encouraging. It is good, wonderful and a blessing you were one of the fortunate ones. Thank god for that. Please be more supportive. This is a real issue being felt by a real person. I know that if someone said Ha ha ha to me with everything that I have been through..... Well, you can guess the rest.

I have lost 95 lbs. I cannot believe it some days. I look in my mirror and don't recognize who is looking back at me, and yet sometimes I go "There you are! I have missed you!"
I have only 15 pounds to go..............yay me...

I recently read a great blog post addressing these kinds of issues. I think it might be a good read for you and your daughter. Best of luck
http://www.strongcoffey.com/index.php/no-a-daughter-reacts-to-moms-decision-to-have-weight-loss-surgery/#more-2665

I made a pizza today for lunch. The reason I got the sleeve was so that I could have my favorites, just way less of them. If I feel like I'm able to eat what I like I'll be less likely to give up. I had one small slice and put the rest away for another day. There are probably people rolling their eyes at pizza talk, but I'm never going to be a clean eater. So I might as well have a bite or two of the foods I do like.

Someone posted this recipe for a Pizza Crust made out of ground chicken breast. I tried it today and it was really good. I was able to make 4 crusts and with toppings was only able to eat 1/2 of a pizza. Very filling and lots of Protein. I froze a few for future use.
I definitely recommend trying this, it was very easy to make.
http://sassysouthernyankee.com/2014/02/chicken-pizza-crust/

I was sleeved 9/25/14. I have lost 35 pounds so far. Looking for a mentor. I am 5'3 and have 65 pounds to go. Thanks. Melanie

I am just so excited and I can't think of any other person or people to share with (as most of my friends and family don't know about my WL surgery). Yesterday I went to see my Oncologist for my 3 month check up after battling Breast Cancer all Summer. Not only was she so happy to see my weight loss and life style changes, as this is essential to the cancer not returning, but my blood pressure was 124/77. I haven't seen those numbers in years. I have been on the high blood pressure border line, and some times over that borderline, for quite a few years. It feels so good to be healthier and be inspired to make better choices. I am exercising and eating so much better. I feel like the surgery has made this so much easier.
Also, last night I went shopping and bought 3 pairs of size 14 jeans. I can get them on, but they are still a few weeks from being comfortable....I will use them for inspiration over the Thanksgiving holiday. Has any one been stressing over the upcoming Holidays? I have. I am struggling with the urge to entertain. Nothing sounds good to cook. Maybe I will do a potluck with my family this year. Any thoughts?

I find it hard deciding what to cook for Thanksgiving too. Potluck is a great plan. Maybe provide the meat and let your guests bring the sides and dessert.
Congrats on your good update too.

I went and saw my oncologist last week and when he came into the room he told me he was so glad that I had had the sleeve. When he saw me in the hall he told me he was starting to think what tests to run because of my weight loss. I also battled breast cancer the last year.

I was sleeved on 9/25. I'm now off of my restricted food plan but have managed to stay away from the "devil foods"....you know, rice, Pasta, sugar. I don't know about you but eggs completely fill me up for the entire day. Figuring that out was important to me because unlike most sleevers, I didn't feel my physical restrictions under my diet plan. When I was allowed to eat oatmeal, I ate a bowl and a half. Heck, I was hungry! Lol When I was finally able to eat eggs it was the very first time I experienced unbearable fullness after two small bites. This was weird to me because before that I felt hopeless like my surgery and all I went through to get it was in vain. Although I was losing weight, I felt in the long run, my surgery wouldn't be effective. I was allowed fish two weeks ago and went to the Olive Garden to Celebrate a family members birthday and ordered Tilapia with garlic mashed potatoes. I stared down at my plate when it came and started to panic. I felt like "ok, if I'm able to eat it all, my family would think that my surgery was for nothing". I took like three bites of everything and was stuffed! We all have something that will trigger a physical restriction. You just have to find out what that is for you. I've lost 41 pounds so far. Good luck and I wish you all well on your weight loss journey.

Different things work for different people. I am probably more what you expect... I am almost a year out and in maintenance but haven't had bread, Pasta or rice since pre op for the most part (tried rice once and about three slices of bread total). If I have carbs they are incidental from fruit, grains like flax, dairy, coconut flour, nuts etc.
I am impressed by those of you who can rate enough meat at a time to get 20-30g of Protein in a meal! I can do two thick slices of lunch meat (maybe three on rare occasion), three or four shrimp, or 2 ounces of turkey/fish/chicken/meat.
I use a lot of shakes and Protein Bars to get my Protein in.
For the original poster...
I like syntax matrix (PB cookie, vanilla, choc, mint cookie & vanilla) I mix one scoop with 8-16oz Water or 1% milk. Same with BSN Styntha-6 (Moccacino is my favorite!) I also like syntax nectar in Iced Tea and Roadside Lemonade (mix with 10oz water).
I also LOVE Quest Bars for protein.
I get all of my protein at GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe or on Amazon ????
I weighed 271 on the day of surgery. I am now 139 almost a year later.

11 months out I range 800-1000 calories and aim for 85 grams of Protein. Breakfast: double espresso with a 12-oz vanilla Premier Protein. Morning snack: often a Light & Fit Greek yogurt. Lunch: Quest bar and piece of fruit; or hummus and veggies and fruit. Afternoon snack: herbal tea, fruit or Atkins snack. Supper: lean protein and a vegetable. Evening snack sometimes: fruit or Greek yogurt. Occasional treat such as glass of wine or tiny dessert. Down 82 pounds from highest, down to size 6 from size 20. Still working on the last few pounds.

Hang in there girlfriend ! It will happen! I haven't worked out either! I don't like it but unless I want to be flabby I have to ! Bummer!
Isn't losing 85%of your stomach enough ????????I know I have bought 3 pairs of boots and none of them for my calf yet ????

I've averaged about that much per month since my surgery (I was 233 day of surgery and now ~6 months out I'm 140). The only reason I wish it had maybe happened a little slower is because I think my skin might have handled the loss slightly better.. but I dunno, maybe not. I'm still happy and my surgeon is super proud of me!

Thank you everyone!!! Congrats on all your weight loss too!!! That is amazing!!! I think I am going to keep doing what I am doing. My goals are being met daily, so I'm not really worried about it honestly. After all, I feel the best I have felt in a very, very, very long time!

All of them are awesome! Love PB&J, lemon pie, berries, brownie,etc!!

Hang in there girlfriend ! It will happen! I haven't worked out either! I don't like it but unless I want to be flabby I have to ! Bummer!
Isn't losing 85%of your stomach enough ????????I know I have bought 3 pairs of boots and none of them for my calf yet ????

Hang in there girlfriend ! It will happen! I haven't worked out either! I don't like it but unless I want to be flabby I have to ! Bummer!
Isn't losing 85%of your stomach enough ????????I know I have bought 3 pairs of boots and none of them for my calf yet ????

Hang in there girlfriend ! It will happen! I haven't worked out either! I don't like it but unless I want to be flabby I have to ! Bummer!
Isn't losing 85%of your stomach enough ????????I know I have bought 3 pairs of boots and none of them for my calf yet ????