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It is so nice to find out where everybody is actually from thank you for all who has replied
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Hey! Way to go!! When was your surgery?
I'm with you in the terrified of regaining camp. I have put so much work into this change, as I'm sure you have!
Not sure if it will help but this is what I'm doing.
Focusing on staying on the plan. Instead of focusing on my scale as much, I'm focusing on my number of active minutes and being consistent with my workouts. (I love my fitbit.) I'm focusing on more consistent mile times and enjoying my workouts. This outlook is helping me with my current stall. I'm feeling stronger physically and not so defeated when the scale doesn't move because I'm doing what I can.
Eating is a little tricky for me for a lot of reasons. I'm trying to focus on giving my body the macro nutrients it needs and paying attention to how different foods taste and make me feel. Mindful eating.
In some ways, I'm the same person I was before and in others ways not so much. So I'm also trying to figure out who I am now. And how to make good habits and a better relationship with food part of that new identity.
I feel like this is all very vague and unhelpful. So I hope some people who have done this longer can give you some better feedback. Keep going and recognize how far you've come. All the best!
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Congratulations you look great
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Beautiful!!
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November 21, 45 lbs from preop.

I asked my dr what creamer she used in her coffee. She said CREAM! She said if you look, cream has less sugars than anything else, including skim milk, and you actually need to use less of it.
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Plus the fat it has in it is healthy for you and keeps you feeling satisfied longer.

You can answer, "Either is fine with me.", when asked, "Would you like a table or a booth?"

costco has Pasta made out of Edamame and it was pretty good! I don't remember the exact nutrition but I just know the calories vs Protein was awesome.

I'm 7 weeks now but not looking to drink just curious as to others experiences of people really waited a full year and outcomes. Thanks for answering the question
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I actually went out for a big fancy dinner with my friends the first day I was allowed steak on my plan. Hahaha. I took three or four bites and had leftovers for a week.

I had wine about 7 weeks it was fine. I doubt I will do it again. I don't think it's a good idea for me to drink. I don't need the calories and there is risk of alcoholism. Just my opinion.

I don't use but totally support, rock on my friends!

I have done that too! Made a mistake out of habit.

I have done that too! Made a mistake out of habit.

For all of you who are battling food addiction, you may want to check out this movie. It is on Netflix and when my husband and I saw it years ago, we ditched fast food, and looked at food differently. Also due to health issues I had we stopped all soda and began juicing fresh vegatables. It makes a big differece. It is called "Hungry for Change". Also look for "Food Matters". Also on Netflix. I know the food addiction, mine is sugar and I battle everyday (just like an alcoholic) to beat it. I often say I want to go to alcholics anon...and learn theit process...but.....they give out donuts!!!!!÷lol, I know it's not funny but it is and let me tell you when you are going through a tough journey...learn to laugh...it really helps. I waited a whole year 1/2 of doing research to make this decision. I am 57....I gave it to God.
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