nwheeler3573

Awesome sauce!!!!

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I can't believe I made it into the 100's , Goodbye 200's. Started the process in June 2016, was 290 lbs, diabetic, sleep apnea, GERD, high blood pressure, back and knee problems. Surgery 4/4/17 weighed 250 lbs, I had been going to the nutritionist and learning to eat right, gave up regular coffee and switched to decaffeinated, still drink decaffeinated, I finally get to shop in the regular section, no more plus size, I am so happy, feel so much better, no longer on meds for diabetes, GERD, no sleep apnea, and blood pressure meds cut in half then again hoping to stop at 6 month checkup. I had multiple stresses through the program, my apartment but my down and I lost everything, I got custody of my 15year old daughter. Became an American citizen, my brother passed away, Today I weigh 193 lbs. My goal is 175   
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Fiiiiiiiinally made it to 1-der Land Today!!! Had my 9 month post vsg follow-up yesterday.....I am ELATED!!!! God is good - ALL da TIME!!! Praises be to TMH....Imma Celebrate this morning's scale victory with a taaallll mug of java & self-reflection

Sleeved: 11/15/16
Hw: 353
Sw: 326
Cw: 199
Gw: half of the highest weight

Wow wow amazing results. I am having sleeve sept 8th. I have 140 pounds to my goal. I am hoping to be as successful as you guys. Great motivation.

I am 7 months post op, sleeve.
HW 386,
Day of surgery 366,
CW 273.

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I am 10.5 months post-op. I have lost 209 pounds so far. That puts me 4 pounds from a normal BMI and 8 pounds from goal. This journey is the best thing I have ever done for my health and well-being!

August 16 will be my year surgery anniversary and I am down 80 pounds. I started at 263 now 183. I have hit a few stalls and I am in one now, but I have learned the Sleeve is a tool and you must do as your Dr has told you to keep in maintenance. I feel really good, blood work is normal, no more high sugar levels. Overall, no regrets in having the surgery:)

Hi. I had my surgery in December of 2013. I was wondering how many of us "senior" sleevers are on here😊 Thanks!

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It's one nice thing about this board, that we do hear all sorts of stories. The terrible, and the beautiful. Each of us has our own story.. leading up to the surgery, as well as after.
I hope your brother in law knew that, as with any surgery, complications were possible. They are relatively infrequent, but ultimately that doesn't matter when it is YOU that is sick (and it sounds like he got the absolute short end of the stick ).
I don't know how much you know about the process of weight loss surgery, but this type of surgery is reserved for people that are at least 100lbs overweight, and either are, or are likely to suffer health consequences from their obesity. Surgery is a last resort when diet and exercise haven't produced the desired long-term results. There is usually a 6 month diet, psychological testing, physical testing, nutritional counseling, psychotherapy, etc. It's a BIG deal to meet all the requirements to even qualify for the procedure, so chances are very good that your brother in law knew how big a procedure it was, before going under the knife.
Me personally, I was pretty much at the end of my youthful, useful life. My health was on a downhill slope that wasn't going to end well. I HAD to leave the dangerous path I was on, and I was willing to risk my life to do so. I think most everyone that has this surgery would say the same thing.
Again, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother, and I hope that the doctors can fix him up! As long as there is breath, there is hope.

That is so helpful LittleLizzieLilliput...it gets frustrating at times when you realized the entire has past and you haven't eaten. Thank you

I just had to keep trying things out. I search for recipes that are low carb, high Protein and then I look for foods that sound good. It's practice. Now I make a great low carb Chili, sloppy joe, butter chicken, teriyaki chicken and pork loin. IMO it's important to spend the time to make good, really good, homemade dishes, I just focus on a main dish - no sides. I make enough for two different types of protein dishes 2xs a day each for the week. I found that it's so important to me that the food tastes good, then I am willing to eat. Other than that I then kind of forget about it until I suddenly realize I haven't eaten for over a day.

You said you feel like you are mourning food .... Honestly Hun, you are. And that's ok! I am almost 2 years out, lost about 140lbs, and no longer take ANY prescription medications for comorbidities (just allergies). The few weeks leading up to surgery were HELL for me. I was miserable, fought with my kids, and my husband &I had a really rough time helping each other through. I mourned the loss of food, especially when I watched my family eat what I couldn't. Then I had my surgery. BEST DECISION OF MY LIFE!! My husband went to a couple post-op counseling sessions with me & it actually strengthened our relationship. I started walking & then running road races, which has lead me to a group of amazing women. But most of all my view of food COMPLETELY changed. I am never hungry. I don't miss eating certain things, and if I get 'head cravings' I let myself have a couple bites and that is usually plenty. My entire life has changed. Vent away if you need to ... People here are great sounding boards! But try to remember that this is just a small step as you move towards the rest of your life!! Good luck!

Thanks Berry78 and yes I have tried this. Depends on where I am working it does work. For example when I work in ICU I carry a snack bag since I cannot leave the floor without relief and Im in the same area all day, usually about 8000 steps. I rearly have sugar drops on these days. However when I'm assigned to working on the floors I'm constantly walking very very busy and although I'm not confined to one area and can grab a quick snack at my leisure usually I'm so busy with crashing patients that I don't realize I haven't eaten until I become symptomatic. I've tried setting my phone but usually don't feel it as I can only have it on vibrate. I typically get 14-20,000 steps when I'm working the floors so I'm using much more energy and my sugar drops quicker and more often. I work as a respiratory therapists for a very large hospital. So Im currently a work in progress. Thanks so much for your input .

Wowwwww...congrats on your 1 year
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If I eat a lot of sweets I don't dump I just get nauseous. Not a good feeling and it will last up to an hour so make good choices.

Very inspiring thanks for sharing I'm just getting started in my journey
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I guess I'm an occasional lurker. I had surgery almost 6 months ago on May 4th. The first month was really hard but once I got back on solid foods I haven't had any problems. My initial start weight at consultation was 270 pounds. Day of surgery I was about 248. Today I am at 185 pounds a total loss of 85 pounds! I think the weight loss has finally slowed down a bit since I haven't lost anything for about 3 weeks or so. I am enjoying the new ways I eat. I eat a lot of Protein as suggested by the doctor. I haven't had any problems eating anything. Right now chicken, fish, and turkey are the main things I eat with a vegetable side. Still working hard to get down to goal weight which is between 160 and 165. I am so glad I did this.
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I transitioned to solid foods like I did at each other stage: one new food at a time.
Just look at what is allowed on your program and choose something that looks good to you. Weigh and/or measure your portions. Continue to eat mindfully: eat slowly, take small bites, and chew thoroughly. Listen to your body and see how it goes.
Continue to track your food and have fun trying new things. You may find that you like completely different foods than you ate pre-op and that your old standbys no longer appeal to you. It is an adventure.

My NUT and Physician have us crush our Vitamins and do Calcium chewers
Jennifer

I had surgery 4/4/16
HW 274
SW 248
CW 184.4
I'm so close to no longer being obese!!
The first pic is about 4-5 years ago, I was probably 250 ish

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Omg, thank you Hellya. I see my clothing doing the same thing. So yes, feel good about that. I guess I felt like the scale was the main indicator. Thank you thank you and thank you again.
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Thank you gemigirl. I felt as though I was doing something wrong. Try to smile but was so disappointed. I received my period shortly after surgery but it last longer than normal. Sometimes it feels better knowing it is not just you. Thank you again. Sent from my LG-H631 using the BariatricPal App
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I'm in a similar boat, I lost 9 pounds a week out, then nothing until yesterday (4 weeks post-op). I've lost 1.8 (total) the last 2 days.
It's frustrating to be going this slowly, but I'm not worried. I have no idea the kinds of things my body is doing, but I do have faith I will lose the weight--even if it takes it's sweet time coming off. I'm just continuing to do what my Dr and NUT has told me to do.
Also, I have lost inches. I've not measured, but my clothes are all getting too big. Things are happening, just not on the scale.
Have faith, and know you are not alone.