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Sleeved on March 15. Down 21 lbs. today was my first day on solids and it was rough. Had a deviled egg and crab legs. I got pretty sick. Learning how to eat slowly is going to be a struggle for me. But I welcome it with open arms. I'm so blessed to have had this opportunity and I won't waste it.
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@"1excited". Looks that way!! Kinda cool to have a twin. Lol.
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Congrats ladies!!!
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Sleeved on March 15. Down 21 lbs. today was my first day on solids and it was rough. Had a deviled egg and crab legs. I got pretty sick. Learning how to eat slowly is going to be a struggle for me. But I welcome it with open arms. I'm so blessed to have had this opportunity and I won't waste it.
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Lithonia Sleeved 9/24/14
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So I haven't been on much in the last couple years. Just steadily keeping my weight from fluctuating too much. I am having a TT and breast augmentation on 5/2 with Dr Michael Salzhauer (aka the real Dr Miami) in Bal Harbour, FL (Miami area). It's all paid in full. It was about $12,000 that I took the last 14 months to pay off.
I started at 350 (give or take since I don't know how much I got up to really)
I'm now at about 200. I went as low as 170 but looked unhealthy. I love my curves as they are now. However, the pain the excess skin causes on my back is more than I can bear.
Everyone keeps asking me "are you excited??", "aren't you terrified??", and "are you sure you want to put your body through that??" Yes. Yes I do. To all of it.
Here's a couple pics I had from before and during the processes. Thank you for everyone that has been so supportive.
     

Haha well I was ready to pass this as miscommunication but after reading what the great, high ranked, bariatric God @@Babbs has to say about this, and viewing that my original respondent liked such a immature response of this sort, I can whole heartedly say that there was no miscommunication. This is the definition of shaming someone for being new, and stereotyping me as part of a group I did not know existed.
This is immaturity, and says a lot about someone's character.
At any given point there are more new members than old members. And at one point, the old members were new members. So, everone, quit passing judgment and putting yourself higher than others.
Best,
Sanju

Alright, before this gets any more hostile... I have come to this forum for advice many times before and there are some great people that offer great knowledge without passing judgement.
I'm this case, I came here worried about not feeling full when I realized I had ate a lot more than I had ate in over 2 months. This was while having dinner and preparing my lecture for class for tomorrow morning.
So it is my fault that I asked the question I already knew the answer for. What I should have asked is why I was able to even consume this meal without realizing I was more than full.
But In my opinion, the answer I received seemed of the shaming nature. This is my opinion, you do not have to agree. I am strongly against shaming of any form, especially on public forums. We are all here for advice and to learn. There are ways to give advice without sounding completely negative.
Yes I ate to much this time, but no that does not mean that I do not know the guidelines, or know about grazing, or not have a diet plan. I am not saying that I know it all, there was a reason for asking.
Best,
Sanju

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at 2 months out, You are fairly new to the forum. Take advice that is useful...The advice that doesn't apply and let it fly. Try not to take things personally..People will answer with advice from their experiences. My suggestion is to be open to other peoples perspective.
All of our instructions are different. Yes, you will be able to eat more as you progress after surgery. Check with your dietician or Dr. with your concerns about stomach stretching and eating too much.
I'm not a wrestler. I am a distance runner. I easily burn over 1200 calories on 13.1 mile runs. I run three days a week and weight lift 3 days a week. I use a sports medicine dietician.
Best of luck to you.
Nutrition Factshttp://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/calories/subway-6-inch-turkey-on-flatbread-american-cheese-spinach-tomato-cucumber-deli-mustard-16414025

My nutritionist told me 99% of us will experience a weight loss stall at the 3 week mark. Just to drink enough Water and try to get in my Protein. I too got some unflavored Protein. So sick of the flavored shakes. I get to start soft foods Wednesday!!! So excited about that. I'm over puréed foods to the point I want to gag. I've lost 32 lbs as of this morning. Still a LONG way to go! I'm taking the flintstones complete and added Biotin this week too to help with hair loss later on. We got this!!!
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I just have to share because I'm finally seeing a difference in my body! I'm 3 months post-op and I have lost 74 lbs. I took a picture this weekend and finally could see a big difference. YAY for little victories and a place to share it where others understand completely!

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I have lost about 30lbs in 5 weeks. I feel good but I guess I thought I was going to be losing at a rapid pace. You see before and after and if anyone is like me you think it happened in 24 hour period.
I am constantly reminding myself to enjoy the journey. And take it day by day.

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Is anyone else having this issue??

I had vsg on 3/16 and I'm sick of walking.. I'm ready to run on my treadmill and outside. When can I start? Incisions are healed. Eating solids just fine. Nutrition is on point, and my sleeve and I are loving each other. We are finding balance and embracing our new life together... but I need to step up the fitness side of things!! ????
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Sleeved on March 15. Down 21 lbs. today was my first day on solids and it was rough. Had a deviled egg and crab legs. I got pretty sick. Learning how to eat slowly is going to be a struggle for me. But I welcome it with open arms. I'm so blessed to have had this opportunity and I won't waste it.
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3/15/16 Sleeve Surgery Here.
I've hit a weight loss slow already and having trouble getting everything in that they want me to ... Protein, Water, even food. My "menu" shows 1/4 Protein, 1/8 cup starch & 1/8 cup fruit or veg. and I can only get at most 1/2 of that in.
Of note ... do not attempt carbonation - I did at a bull roast and ended up in the bathroom throwing up bubbles.
I have lost 36 lbs so far including some on the pre-surgery liquid diet.
My starting weight was a healthy but fluffy 330.
I've reached my first goal of pre-kids weight and under 300 lbs ... I am now at 294.
I set goals in my mind by 10 lbs because each time I drop 10 I feel I've accomplished a lot.
My overall goal is 145-165 ... I have a long, long road ahead.
Thoughts, comparison, tips welcome.
Also I'm getting ready to switch to Isopure clear protein - I'm sick of flavors and I think that is part of my intake hurdle.
Need a better Vitamin though ... doc wanted me to take flintstone complete ... I'm on opurity optimized for bypass and sleeve. I'm sick of this taste too. I'm thinking of a liquid to get it down and done. Thoughts?
And finally, congratulations to everyone for taking this journey ... it's not easy but it will be worth it. I'm happy there are support groups and tons of resources for us all. Knowing your not alone makes a huge difference.
Have a great day!