AngelaWilliamsMD

I use the anti-aging and multi vitamin patches in different places, and rotate the places every day. For example, one to each arm on Monday, one to each breast on Tuesday, etc. I haven't had any lab deficiencies and my anemia that I had prior to surgery (and the patches), has resolved. I practice as an Internal Medicine physician and although I have no affiliation with PatchMD, the idea of using impregnated Patches with vitamins...or other medicines, is not new and is well studied.

With a BMI as low as yours, I'd think really hard about RNY...if that's what's been presented to you. You're not even symptomatic, right?

You're still early out, you may want to lose some more weight first and not rush things. Getting clearance by a physician is never a bad thing either!

Sorry I'm late posting, but I weigh 128.7!

If they wrote a letter stating you didn't need it, that should be more than enough

The sight and smells make me nauseated sometimes post-op. Perhaps that's what is going on?

Me. I freaked myself out to the point that I flew myself back home the same night and resolved to do better. Don't let this happen to you...you'll be okay.

Interesting read, thanks for posting!

Congratulations!

I'm not sure I understand your question!

I agree with what the others have said, slow it down. It sounds very early to be doing some of the things you are doing!

Yes. The 6 weeks I took off were completely worth it in my case. I had mental and physical fatigue that didn't really get better until I was on soft foods and steadily getting in my Protein the first month.

I don't remember specifically the food I had on Thanksgiving, but I had enough foresight about my WLS that I correctly guessed that it'd be one of the last times I'd be able to eat like a regular person and had fun with it. I take a cruise every holiday with my significant other and always have a lovely time. So, what I'm getting at is why not just enjoy the holiday for what it is and relax? You'll have plenty of time to plan in January....I recommend having a fun time and not stressing out over a food plan that you likely won't follow anyway?

i take my Vitamins and get my liquids, but my program instructs us not to use Protein Shakes or powders...

Can you elaborate on why? Just curious.

Physician

I can relate. Sometimes staring at the multiple scars over my stomach puts me in a sour mood. Stay strong!

So sorry to hear this! Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way.

Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way...

Why not just keep going. You're almost there.

First time- high school

Last time- 3 or 4 years ago, but I've been yo-yo dieting for years. The last time I can remember maintaining this weight for over a year or more? Not sure I ever have since my freshman year of college.

Eating the same foods at very low caloric intakes will slow your weight loss with time. I've found that I've been able to break a stall easier when I shake things up, or essentially shocking your symptoms as @@Babbs so aptly put it.

I tried it at about four weeks. But even now it's one of those foods that sits very heavy in my pouch.

Completely agree.

Good morning, I'm hoping to reach goal with this challenge, so here I go!

Current weight 132.2

Goal weight 125

I use the Multivitamin and anti-aging Patches. They adhere well to the skin and labs don't show any deficiencies, so I'm happy! I also like to not have to worry about the extra calories and carbs I'd get from the gummies I used to take.

130.6