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Love the video!

Giving up CPAP for good! ❤️❤️❤️

Giving up CPAP for good! ❤️❤️❤️

Giving up CPAP for good! ❤️❤️❤️

Giving up CPAP for good! ❤️❤️❤️

Follow up post, I was just approved for Surgery 4/24/15 and will have the procedure done with Dr. Zare on 7/20/15!

Follow up post, I was just approved for Surgery 4/24/15 and will have the procedure done with Dr. Zare on 7/20/15!

Follow up post, I was just approved for Surgery 4/24/15 and will have the procedure done with Dr. Zare on 7/20/15!

My goal size is to wear a 36" waist "loose" fit and large size shirts, and not more extra large or extra extra large! I am hoping to get the surgery this year and am a 38"-40" currently with a tight fit.

Mike...Congrats, Dude!!! It's a great feeling!!!
If I've said this once, I've said it a thousand times...PLEASE don't make the same mistake I did!!! I got so excited that I got out of my 44 - 46 pants and into 36's that I went on a damned shopping spree!!! And then about 2 months later, THEY were all too big and I had to give them all away!!! Don't invest in a true wardrobe until you get down your comfortable goal weight, which you most definitely WILL achieve!!!
Once again...congrats, my man...keep up the good work!!!

I moved into size 36 jeans today after a brief 2 week stint in 38's! I'Ve been in tight 42-44's for the last 8 years so this is the best feeling in the world. The fact that it happened in the middle of a 2 week weight stall is even better.
I can't describe how much this changes my "head" in making me realize I am really going to be successful with this surgery. After so many failed diets and weight loss trials over the years I guess I just got programmed to expect eventual failure. This sleeve is changing my body as well as my head and I'm beginning to feel like I now have a tool that is more effective than anything else out there.
Looking forward to 34's. Think I'll Celebrate by going to the gym!

They also have an amazing taco seasoning packet. I mixed it in with my refried Beans and topped it with cheddar cheese and unflavored Greek yogurt. I buy their taco seasoning by the box. It stores well and one packet easily seasons 8 #s of meat.
Honestly there is so much great stuff there, it is hard to make a list. My suggestion is to leave yourself plenty of time to look around and read labels. You never know what may inspire you.
My closest Trader Joes is 3 hours away. I also stock up when I am there.
Have fun!

No regrets. Had bypass one year ago today. I am currently at 143 lbs. Highest weight was 250 lbs aug 2013. I have confidence again and have even started dating.

I don't know if this is old news or not but I found a new portable food that is perfect for us! It's a StarKist tuna packet that I buy at Walmart for $1 a piece and comes in a variety of flavors including hickory smoked, sweet and spicy, lemon pepper and my personal favorite - herb and garlic.
They range from 16-19g of Protein and 90-110 calories a packet. They definitely cure hunger pains but won't fill you up to the brim. I love these as a mid-day snack straight out of the bag or accompanying something for lunch.
I personally like the herb and garlic the best because it isn't dry and I don't feel the need to add anything to it, unlike the sweet and spicy which is pretty dry and needs mayo which is terribly unhealthy. I tried adding avocado instead but I didn't love it.
They're just the best! Hope this helps someone else fill their lunch bag like it helped me :]
 

Thanks for sharing

My Dr was Dr Marc Zare in San Jose, Ca Good Samaritan hospital he is an awesome doctor I am very pleased with my results