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I found this very touching. I hate to fly because I feel like this woman. A NSV will be flying to Alaska in September and not getting panicky about taking up too much room. What are your flying stories? https://futuretravel.today/what-it-s-like-to-be-that-fat-person-sitting-next-to-you-on-the-plane-85006e263778

184. Ate like crazy this week ☹️

I've done that, too. In fact, this weekend has been like that for me. Every time I focus on building the "getting back on my horse" skill/ habit. We can all get back on track when we stop judging the slips and move on. My NUT said slips WILL happen; it's all about the response to them. [emoji173]️

I also meant to add that I had lap band surgery 17 years ago and really gave up 10 years in. It's easy to lose the North Star, so to speak, but it's never a lost cause.

Wow, this is tough. My surgeon's office allows spouses/ family members to attend some "open" support groups. Does your wife's surgeon have such groups? If so, I'd suggest attending one as a member of her support system. If not, perhaps you could offer to go with her to see the surgeon's psychologist or nutritionist? Maybe that would help you better broach the subject? I think the most importantly thing, though, is to let her know you love her regardless.

Well, just know that people are thinking of you and sending you warm wishes! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

How are you feeling,@browngirl89?

I had a protein shake before work, one at noon, and a small container of either Greek yogurt or Muuna cottage cheese in the afternoon. Don't forget to drink lots of water and be gentle with yourself! [emoji173]️

Good advice,@introversion. I've noticed feeling very tired so I've bumped up my calories, too. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Wow. You look so different. Thanks for sharing your photos and progress! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Thanks for sharing your pictures. You look great [emoji106] Love that confident smile! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Wow! Congrats!!! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

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I found that the focus on protein left little room for carbs from grains. Early on my carbs came from yogurt and cottage cheese. Regarding tracking vitamins, I use a great app called Round. Otherwise I think I'd likely not take everything. I also track my medication on it. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I'm 5 1/2 months out and haven't lost any. Hope I'll be one of the lucky ones who gets a pass, but I'm not banking on it. I'm taking all the recommended supplements plus Biotin for regrowth. I'm also taking Biosil even though it's expensive because my hair stylist swears by it for recovery from hair loss/ trauma. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Awesome. Lol! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

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I'm five months out and exhausted and cranky, too. These hormones have been the worst part, I think. I sometimes feel like I'm white-knuckling it in regards to the hormones. I asked to be put back on birth control in hopes of finding some relief, but I'm not noticing any. I need to try yoga. I meditate, but I need to do more. At least we're all feeling it- we can't all be crazy, right? :-)

ditto!

That is totally awesome! I think I'd lost 27# at three months and was pretty proud of that. Don't let stories of people losing sixty pounds in two months discourage you! We all lose differently. You've got this!

Thanks, everyone, for your responses. My nutritionist thinks I should keep the calorie level where it is but add in a serving of fruit and a serving of grains per day. I don't know what I think of that since it'll kick me out of ketosis. I'm consulting with my psychiatrist this morning bc it's possible that this is depression, which is something I've struggled with since childhood.

Glad you got to your surgery date! See you on the other side [emoji3] Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

@resitton Thanks for your reply. I read about bad potty responses so am keeping to a low dose for now. I hadn't thought through the calories of MCT so will keep that in mind. I'm thinking of trying the bulletproof coffee. [emoji3] Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Also meant to add that I don't want to stop Keto bc it really helps reduce cravings.

Just a suggestion: if you're really over drinking them, you could stop the order and give what you've got to a food pantry. Lots of elderly people need protein like that. My state hasn't approved Insure providing shakes even though I'm pretty sure I'd get covered. I'm hoping it gets approved soon bc I drink shakes 1-2 times a day. I'd hate to think that part of the hold up in concern over people abusing the prescription.