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Dumping doesn't happen to everyone. I've never had that issue. I'm in month 6 and have tried eating pizza & a cupcake (separate occasions). The pizza was gross after I chewed it to death. Honestly, you probably won't want to eat this kind of stuff! It's different when you are conscious of the major lifestyle change you just made, the progress you gained. But so far I've had regular foods, just without the breads, rice and pasta. The restriction works! Measure, eat slowly and enjoy life!

I think you are doing well! This is our new normal and for me, I don't plan to live a life that's boring or completely miserable when it comes to my diet. That being said, I make changes I can live with. So far so good! I can do half of a bunless burger during a 20-30 mins meal and I'm satisfied. I've even had a few bites of cake at a party. It didn't even go down well. I felt full fast & was ok knowing I didn't go overboard. Do I sometimes want more? Yes, but I think it's just old behaviours and I push past it. After my timer goes off, I'm sipping a sugar light drink, or sugar free slushy and I'm happy. You are doing fine! Just relax and enjoy the journey to a new normal.

Look at us, we ROCK! Thanks so much everyone. It's so good to support each other. Last time I lost significant weight it was 40lbs on WW program. I barely paid attention to my body and relationships with food. This time around I'm planning to stay "present" and enjoy/celebrate every milestone while learning new habits.

Today I went shopping and was so happy I got teary-eyed in the fitting room. Size 18 to size 10 in about 5 months. At my last NUT visit, she didn't seem too impressed. Am I supposed to be losing faster? It's not easy but I'm determined to keep this going!

Thank you all for the encouragement! So true! MSinger. Yes, I am trying to stick to the meal plans. It's getting harder now that I notice I can eat more normally but I avoid everything with bread, pasta, fried food etc. Sugar is now becoming a problem and I am working on increasing my protein intake. I think the NUT was upset with me because I readily confided that I ate a few things I wasn't planning to. I wanted her to help me with solution strategies, but she was too busy judging me.

I used to be triple D and the heaviness caused dark strap marks. I'm smaller now but the marks are still there. Tried OTC beaching cream for a few weeks but no luck. Anyone have other tips I can throw in the mix? Aye, my shoulders are really sexy! And I can see my clavicle! Ready to show out in a new off-the-shoulder top.

Oh wow. I'm going to look for that video.

Maidenform is better I think. I use Flexees or one of their thigh shapers that's very thin, no band on the leg. It's great under a summer dress because you don't get extra hot and sweaty.

I do this also. My ice is still there at the end of the day! Bringing the lunchbox is good too because they always have bad food choices at work meetings. Prepare your own.

Like everyone said, it's a phase. You're gonna have quite a few "phases" to get through in the next months. After surgery my emotions were all over the place! It gets better. Hang in there!

Definitely call your doc about this. Maybe your skin is dry? Put a few drops of pure vitamin E on it. I had something similar a few months back. I wouldn't describe it as "pain" just a pulling sensation that was not comfortable. Extra moisturizer helped.

Yup. Same happened to me. Don't be discouraged! Your body is trying to adjust. The weight will start falling off after this. Just stick to the plan, drink water, take the vitamins. Good luck!

As soon as I healed enough to take pills instead of chewables, I went to GNC and switched out some of the vitamins.

I tried so many brands! Finally found one I can tolerate ... Isopure because it does not get frothy and tastes great. I stick to Dutch Chocolate with skim milk. Sometimes I put a few tablespoons of decaf coffee to switch up the taste, or use cinnamon.

Thank u for this post! I'm at month 5, down 47 lbs since surgery and notice I can eat chips and half a cupcake without getting sick. It scares me. I have some emotional eating issues and I'm struggling to stay the course get to goal (25-30lbs more to go) and remain successful. I could cry right now. It's been a rough few days and I'm emotionally weak. Gonna go drink some water too because I'm slightly dehydrated. Maybe that's what's causing my moodiness and depression?

I only told people (close friends) who I knew wouldn't judge me. A lot more care about me than I originally thought, and since they've seen me take on other recent calculated risks to improve my life and be happy....they get it...and are happy for me. No one else needs to know. People at work make comments about how much I have lost weight and I say, "thank you" or "It's a life long journey and I'm not giving up! I hate working out but I'm gonna keep going with that too."

You are doing great! I know what you mean though. Though my clothes were looser I didn't REALLY notice either. Now, I am stopping to examine everything so I can be more present in the journey and celebrate my successes.

I was worried about what to eat while traveling through Indonesia, so I packed some Isopure protein in my luggage, and hoped for the best. Turned out ok considering. I ate grilled chicken, tiny bits of rice, eggs, veggies, no noodles, no spicy stuff. Twice I hid food in napkins and stuffed it in my purse so people wouldn't look at me funny. (What have I become?) The locals kept asking if I didn't like the food! I know maybe I should not care but I did. I don't regret the surgery but I realised how much I mourn food, and my ability to eat different kinds, especially while traveling. Feels like it took some of the fun away. Couldn't drink alcohol either. I don't have a question. Still have some adjustments to make going forward & wanted to post my thoughts to see if anyone can relate.

Oh forgot to mention that I'm 3 months post surgery.

I had pizza for the 1st time tonight! It was a work function and that was my only available option. But it went ok. I had one slice, and ate the top off, barely had much of the bread or crust. I could only get half of the slice down before the fullness set in. I'm happy. I got a "taste" without going overboard.

Yeah I posted a thread about this last night. Bawled like a baby in the shower, then today was so depressed. I just hope it stops soon. I'm glad I at least have all of you with support and advice. I started the Biotin and realized that my protein intake needed a boost. I do about 40g for breakfast in a shake then maybe 10-12 for lunch and dinner. My tests all say I'm not nutrient deficient but this hair loss shook me up. So I'm gonna do more water and protein.

Lololol! This thread has me cracking up!! Thanks guys. I needed to laugh for real.

Wow! That's awesome progress. How do you feel?

Guys I don't know what to do but my hair loss is really making me have a panic attack. Two weeks ago I had a huge pile in the tub. Now today...more loss. IN CHUNKS. I expected SOME loss but this is ALOT. I'm scared!! My hair has always been strong and thick.

Thank you so much! You're right. No one notices except me because my coily 'fro is still a bit thick. I couldn't help the tears though :-( I just have to keep telling myself, it will grow back.