Katrinakit

That's just wrong. Let's hope it was an invalid test and not that they mixed up specimens with someone else (who got surgery and WAS pregnant). :-(

I have had my metabolic rate tested and it is definitely lower due to years of yo yo dieting. HOWEVer I actually think that doesn't give the whole picture. Even when I am in a highly controlled environment where I have no access to extra food, if I eat the calories in my rmr and workout for 6 hours a day, I don't lose. This suggests to me that other factors are involved such as perhaps greater absorption of nutrients in some individuals? Also, not all calories are created equal and just because almonds are high calorie according to a calorimeter doesn't mean it will equate to the same number of absorbable calories in your body. We still have so much to learn.

I have had my metabolic rate tested and it is definitely lower due to years of yo yo dieting. HOWEVer I actually think that doesn't give the whole picture. Even when I am in a highly controlled environment where I have no access to extra food, if I eat the calories in my rmr and workout for 6 hours a day, I don't lose. This suggests to me that other factors are involved such as perhaps greater absorption of nutrients in some individuals? Also, not all calories are created equal and just because almonds are high calorie according to a calorimeter doesn't mean it will equate to the same number of absorbable calories in your body. We still have so much to learn.

I have had my metabolic rate tested and it is definitely lower due to years of yo yo dieting. HOWEVer I actually think that doesn't give the whole picture. Even when I am in a highly controlled environment where I have no access to extra food, if I eat the calories in my rmr and workout for 6 hours a day, I don't lose. This suggests to me that other factors are involved such as perhaps greater absorption of nutrients in some individuals? Also, not all calories are created equal and just because almonds are high calorie according to a calorimeter doesn't mean it will equate to the same number of absorbable calories in your body. We still have so much to learn.

And, the success rate in the long term without surgery is pretty close to 0.

Just had the tasting today and I have to say that Isopure coconut is awesomesauce!

I can't wait for pureeds because I have always wanted an excuse to eat hummus all day ;P

It's bee a roller-coaster with the communication at my doctor's office, but I am very happy to report that I finally have my surgery date!!
I go in tomorrow for a pre-op diet class and then over to the hospital for an EKG, final blood draw, and chest x-ray...
Then I guess I start my diet the next day (not sure yet)
And surgery on May 16th!!!!!
So excited! So ready!

I upped my Water today and went on a long hike and it seemed to help

I think I'm losing again!!

I upped my Water today and went on a long hike and it seemed to help

I think I'm losing again!!

Hey Kat,
Do these last 2 weeks clear liquid and protien shakes. Rule, NEVER more than 4 total carbs in your Meal Replacement. I am 4 days post op. My doc puts her pts on 2 weeks liquid prior to surgery. sugar free Jello, broth, keep it at about 60 grms protien per day. I started on 1 Meal Replacement Jan 4. Went to two Meal Replacements mid March, all liquid on April 14. Went from 291 to 248. Let me know how I can help.
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I was in the same dilema my dr told me I had to loose 15 lbs in 5 days CRAZY RIGHT.I sat there and told my dr that's impossible. He had me drink 4 Protein shakes a day no food.the day I had to go in to get weighed ibwas really nervous .I got on the scale I couldn't belive it I lost 14.8 pounds .
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Good luck! I'm so excited for us!

9 days away and so anxious I'm practically levitating. I'd go smoke a bowl- something I haven't done since Reagan was in office- if I didn't fear the munchies so much. I'm only sleeping by the grace of Benadryl. My poor husband is probably trying to find me an Ativan diffuser for Mother's Day.
But as scared as I am, I'm more afraid of going blind or having a foot amputated or losing my freedom and mobility so I will suck it up and do what needs to be done. Hopefully in a few months I'll be back here reassuring others that it's the best thing ever long-term.
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Good luck to those of you having surgery tomorrow! This is getting real!!
Please report back when you can!

It's almost mayyyyyy [emoji4]

I screwed up yesterday and hope it doesn't affect me reaching my weight loss goals. They want me to lose 14 pounds and I have lost 9 so far with 2 more weeks left so I am hopeful but TOM is coming so not totally confident. I am drinking a lot of Water to flush all that bloat from the sodium out.
I have had 2 slip ups since I started. The first time it was the day after my EGD and I think it was because I was out of it on EGD day and got behind on my Protein supplements. Yesterday, it was because I went on a really tiring hike and didn't drink enough Water or Protein ( I sweat incredible amounts so the 16 oz I brought must have not been enough) By the time I got home I was ravenous. Live and learn, I guess!

It's almost mayyyyyy [emoji4]

I agree. It is really difficult to pick a goal weight when I have been overweight my entire life. At the moment, I have picked a reassess weight instead: 190. When I get to 190 I will reassess whether I am happy there or want to go lower!

I haven't even had the surgery yet and I am enjoying this thread! It is giving me a window into my future. I wish more RNY peeps would reply.

I am no where near maintenance but I really like this thread!!! Great questions

WOOHOO!!!!

Has anyone tried Nutritional Yeast in place of cheese? I use it on steamed vegetables yummy, healthy and adds a lot of flavor.
It's not like yeast you use in bread.
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