Jo Scott

Yep. The hardest part for me is slowing down to eat. I have eaten quickly ever since my daughter was little (she is now 31 years old). I still eat with a baby spoon to help me slow down. I get way too full too fast, so I know I still need to eat slower and chew much longer than I do. Hardest habit I've ever had to break!

Yep. The hardest part for me is slowing down to eat. I have eaten quickly ever since my daughter was little (she is now 31 years old). I still eat with a baby spoon to help me slow down. I get way too full too fast, so I know I still need to eat slower and chew much longer than I do. Hardest habit I've ever had to break!

My worst problem is one no one ever talks about. Gas, severe stinky gas. It has gotten so my manager has pulled me aside and told me to fix it, as both my co-workers and my patients are complaining! I cannot figure out if it is from something I am eating, or nerves, for real. I have no warning, just stink. How embarrassing. I did talk to one doc about it, and I think he was embarrassed as he just laughed. If anyone has any suggestions, I am all ears!!

I love my fitbit! I agrees it keeps you accountable for yourself and I like liking it to my phone so I can look at my accomplishments in chart form. Very easy to use as well!

I have lost 80lbs since last
September. This is great and all but my most accomplished was getting off all insulin and pills. That was the real goal for me. My co-workers were very skeptical when I told them what I was planning. They discouraged me each and every day and said all kinds of things like, "you are taking the easy way out!, you will have to take Vitamins for the rest of your life." etc. In response t0 the negativity I kept thinking I would rather take Vitamins every day for the rest of my life than have to stick myself 4-6 times a day with an insulin syringe. I would rather have a few possible complications after surgery than feeling like crap every day (no energy, did not like to look at myself in the mirror). For those people that think this is the easy way out, I have to say, this is an ongoing working journey, eating 6 small meals per day, counting Protein and fat intake, finding time to exercise, even on holidays, etc, etc. (no complaints by the way, I really do love my new life!!). So, all in all, I sometimes feel like telling my co-workers to trust in themselves when looking at the unknown. It will be great if you have the faith and believe in yourself (smile).

I love my fitbit! I agrees it keeps you accountable for yourself and I like liking it to my phone so I can look at my accomplishments in chart form. Very easy to use as well!

I have lost 80lbs since last
September. This is great and all but my most accomplished was getting off all insulin and pills. That was the real goal for me. My co-workers were very skeptical when I told them what I was planning. They discouraged me each and every day and said all kinds of things like, "you are taking the easy way out!, you will have to take Vitamins for the rest of your life." etc. In response t0 the negativity I kept thinking I would rather take Vitamins every day for the rest of my life than have to stick myself 4-6 times a day with an insulin syringe. I would rather have a few possible complications after surgery than feeling like crap every day (no energy, did not like to look at myself in the mirror). For those people that think this is the easy way out, I have to say, this is an ongoing working journey, eating 6 small meals per day, counting Protein and fat intake, finding time to exercise, even on holidays, etc, etc. (no complaints by the way, I really do love my new life!!). So, all in all, I sometimes feel like telling my co-workers to trust in themselves when looking at the unknown. It will be great if you have the faith and believe in yourself (smile).

Having to have the 6 month nutrition class really helped me to understand the whole process. It is truly alot of information. After your procedure, It will all kick in and plus you will have all the info to go back and read over. My book stays open

I felt like my six month diet helped me wrap my brain around this process. I've read a lot of posts in the past year and researched a ton but I felt like that time was really preparing me for life after surgery. Some programs really want to focus on successful outcomes. I know a few surgeons who build their practice on making sure that this is a lifelong treatment for obesity not just another weight loss scheme. These surgeries are tough and being prepared mentally is important.
During my preop time I would sometimes wish I didn't have to do the six months but post surgery I realize that it gave me time to be full prepared for the lifestyle change.

Thanks Lisa! I just took the plunge. I won't know until I try, but I'm really hoping this will be another useful tool in my box. I'm sorry you forgot yours today!!
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Me!!!???? (they need a redheaded girl on the emojis lol)
Fitbit keeps me accountable! Tracks steps, calories spent, and you can connect with others you know to do "challenges" daily or weekly. The kicker? I left it on my dressing table this morning when I went on my 26 mile sojourn.
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My worst problem is one no one ever talks about. Gas, severe stinky gas. It has gotten so my manager has pulled me aside and told me to fix it, as both my co-workers and my patients are complaining! I cannot figure out if it is from something I am eating, or nerves, for real. I have no warning, just stink. How embarrassing. I did talk to one doc about it, and I think he was embarrassed as he just laughed. If anyone has any suggestions, I am all ears!!

Yep. The hardest part for me is slowing down to eat. I have eaten quickly ever since my daughter was little (she is now 31 years old). I still eat with a baby spoon to help me slow down. I get way too full too fast, so I know I still need to eat slower and chew much longer than I do. Hardest habit I've ever had to break!

Yep. The hardest part for me is slowing down to eat. I have eaten quickly ever since my daughter was little (she is now 31 years old). I still eat with a baby spoon to help me slow down. I get way too full too fast, so I know I still need to eat slower and chew much longer than I do. Hardest habit I've ever had to break!

Yep. The hardest part for me is slowing down to eat. I have eaten quickly ever since my daughter was little (she is now 31 years old). I still eat with a baby spoon to help me slow down. I get way too full too fast, so I know I still need to eat slower and chew much longer than I do. Hardest habit I've ever had to break!