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I've been buying from netrition for years. I've bought much of what you have bought plus the sugar free davinci syrups that I use for coffee, shakes, and puddings. The flat $5 shipping is great for larger orders.
I enjoyed Carbquik many times, but I don't completely trust all thins labeled "low carb." But in moderation, it certainly is delicious.
A hint on cheese crisps...you can make them in your microwave in about 2 minutes. Sprinkle an ounce of shredded cheese on parchment paper (works best) and nuke for 1:00 to 2:30 minutes. It varies with the cheese (mozzarella browns very quickly). You can sprinkle the cheese before cooking with any spices that compliment it such as cumin/cilantro with cheddar or italian seasoning with mozzarella.
You can also create the baked cheese in the oven: http://www.joyfulabode.com/low-carb-snacks-homemade-baked-cheese-crisps-recipe/

Hi @@darkfeary474 I am in the Frederick area also! Having my surgery this coming Tuesday at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore.

I too am from Frederick County. I opted for Northern Virginia because Fair Oaks was a Center of Excellence.
You don't see the doctor that much so going somewhere our of the area isn't that big of a deal. You should shop around. Don't let distance be the deciding factor.

Hi Drmeow,
I am in Frederick. I decided to travel to Baltimore for my surgery. I didn't like the fact that all the doctors at Meritus had their practices in Pennsylvania. I checked some in Frederick, but was only able to find one doctor that did the surgery. I have not had surgery yet, but am scheduled for January 20th with Dr. Schweitzer.

The process for working toward WLS can definitely be a long one. Insurance companies are very specific with what they require of their patients, as bariatric surgery is costly and requires a lifetime commitment on the part of the patient. Many of us have problems that could easily be related to our weight, but I'm not surprised that insurance companies want to have documented medical files that these issues factually exist and that other measures have been taken to try and resolve them. It can try your patience with all the steps you have to take, but you're on the right path to a better overall health- keep us posted & feel free to ask your questions

One thing I would be cautious with Medicare about is that they will stiff you on some meds... liquid pain meds are like 2-3 hundred dollars, so make sure your surgeon writes you a script that will be covered. My gf has this issue & went through post op with no meds after she was released home from hospital. Good luck everyone.
They covered everything else though.