Everything posted by CanadaLoser
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I hate shopping...wait, what?
I am so with you!!! I am currently on a shopping trip and don't even want to shop. I don't know where to go, what style to buy, and don't feel good spending money on things that I hope won't ft soon anyway. I'm down 90 pounds with about another 100ish to go so I need new clothing but also still have a ton to lose. I actually hate shopping now. And I sued to love it.
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5 month anniversay
Congrats! That's awesome!!
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Severe back pain after weight loss?
Totally makes sense. I'm also experiencing it after losing 90 pounds. My body shape has changed so much and I'm carrying weight very differently.
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Cold medication
DayQuil and NyQuil.
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anemia with iron deficiency
I have suffered with anemia for years. Do you have heavy periods? That can be a major cause. Try to find an Iron supplement that works for you - it took me a long time to find one that didn't give me side effects that made me not want to take it. Also, take B12 as mentioned above Yes, you might be getting lots of iron rich foods, but probably just can't eat enough of them with your tiny tummy now. And is women have it worse as we lose each month. Good luck!
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How often do you weigh yourself?
Same here! I don't let myself sweat over small gains but daily keeps me accountable and let's me know about a stall quicker so I can bust it.
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What's your experience been with alcohol after surgery?
I have had a few drinks a few separate times. I was a cheap drunk....2-3 over the course of about 6 hours.
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Vegas, regrets and a NSV
You are likely stalled because you ar not eating enough food. Your body is in starvation mode and holding on to every calorie it gets to help you survive. Same thing happened to me. I had to push myself to get 1000 calories a day on a regular basis in order to start losing regularly again.
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Who else got sleeved on the 28th of march?
I'm down just about 90 pounds (about another 100 to go) and feeling great. Weight loss is substantially slow now. Maybe 2 pounds a week instead of what used to be 5-7....but at least it's going in the right direction. Also still constipated at times but less frequently then a few months ago thankfully!!
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Hair loss
Almost identical situation here. Started falling out a few weeks post op and at 5 months is still coming out like crazy but o can see some new growth coming in now. I take Biotin religiously! It's super thin. Used to wrap my elastic band around twice, now I need to do 5 times.
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Hand on your heart - how bad were the first few days after getting sleeved?
I seriously questioned my Dr as to if he had done anything. I caught a cab and went shopping ;8 hours post op! Lol
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Hey vets question about stalling
Stay the course. A stall about 3 weeks post op is totally normal! [emoji3]
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NSV shout outs
That's so smart! Thanks!
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NSV shout outs
My wedding ring is too big and I won't be able to wear it for much longer. It's a good thing cause I'm getting smaller but also a bad thing as I don't want to have it sized multiple times so I will have to go without it for a quite a while until I get to goal
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Who else got sleeved on the 28th of march?
I have been struggling the last two weeks. Lose a bit, gain a bit. But basically stalked for 2 weeks. It's so frustrating. I know it's part of the process and I'm trying not to let it get to me but it's starting to. The only thing my tummy doesn't like right now is almonds. Shrimp is iffy so I've been avoiding it for a few weeks. I'm down just over 60 pounds since Mar 30 and lots of clothes are too big so I've bought a few smaller sizes. My wedding ring is almost too big to wear now too...so not sure what I'm going to do about that! I'm also grumpy at times - the hormones are no joke! From fine to almost crying over nothing. So annoying!
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Cost of gastric sleeve without insurane
That seems crazy high for TJ, why so much? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I was about to say the same thing! Who in the world is the surgeon in TJ charging $17k?!?!?! It is because i am high risk because my BMI is almost 60 so it costs me more as they have to have extra medical staff during the operation for me. The cost also includes flights, my companion's expenses and ongoing support. The $17k i didnt mention is in Canadian dollars too. With the current exchange it works out to about $13k US That is still insane high. Which Dr? I had a high BMI and was about $6000 US for everything you listed above. Including the flights from Canada, follow up care, etc.
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Feeling Judged
She's jealous. Plain and simple. She is taking out her jealousy by putting doubts in your head. Ignore her and give her even more to be jealous about
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Sick all the time
I have been feeling similar to you but it seem like mine was because of too much acid. I take my meds but have also added Malox and Tums regularly and it seems to help a lot.
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NSV shout outs
Shopping for new clothes is such a great nsv
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Oscar Meyers P3 portable protein packs
I make my own! Some deil meat, cheeses and nuts. Easy and healthier!
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102 lbs gone babeeee! Post-op GB 35 weeks
. Amazing!!!' Damn girl!!! AMAZING!!
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In My Hospital Bag
I took a heating pad and it was the best things no ever for my gas pain!!
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Depressed?
32 pounds is 6 weeks is a huge accomplishment! I hope you are celebrating those milestones!! For me I have found that Water and Protein is key. More so then exercise. One day at a time. Just follow the program and it will happen!
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How many nights in hospital?
It depends on the Dr and how surgery went. My Drs norm is 2 nights. I know someone who didn't spend any nights. Surgery at 8 am, home by supper.
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Bummed Out After Watching "My 600 Lb Life: Where Are They Now?"
They key of me is keeping myself accountable. I know it's a delicate balance with weighing too much, but keeping my eye on the scale keeps me accountable. It will help me stop it from creeping up.