MsNat3

Charlotte

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Greensboro area

Hello everyone. I thought i would drop in and say hi. I am a little over 6 years out from my Sleave, (went to Mexico) I lost 153lbs in 7 months end happy to report 6 years later it is still gone!!!!
Dream my friends. So much better than anything I imagined before hand.

Congrats Sir!!

You are on your way to success!!!

I'm 7+ months out and down 205lbs.

You got this Bro!!

I had RNY surgery on 4/11/17. I just wanted to post a progress face picture. I'm off all my diabetes medications and off 3 of 4 blood pressure medications. This is best decision I ever made!
HW: 324
SW: 318
CW: 263
GW: 180

I had a new work photo taken. That's the only picture I have of myself before beginning my pre-op, so it's my "before." I was shocked to see my new photo. I almost look gaunt. I don't think either photo looks like me.

15 lbs from goal. It's taken me a bit but Im there ! SW: 268 Weight day of surgery: 245 CW: 150

I'm officially one year and one week out from my surgery date. I can't believe it. I've lost 140 lbs from my highest weight and I'm literally stunned at how the weight has just fallen off. Some people do not even recognize me because of this. Sometimes I do not even recognize myself because I feel like I will always be the "chubby" girl I've been since childhood. I've tried to explain this to some people but most don't understand... and I don't expect them to. I have always known this strong, amazing, resilient person was here, but didn't always know my potential to be such, because I was too busy hiding, unfortunately, but most likely, from myself. The first few months post-surgery were extremely difficult, but I feel I've gotten more accustomed to my new lifestyle now and I feel wonderful now. Just wanted to share...
I also wanted to ask... How many of you have lost a similar amount of weight within the first year or so? I asked my surgeon if it was typical to lose so much for someone my size and age, but I didn't really get an answer. He just told me I should be extremely proud of my progress... which I am! (I started at 325, I'm 5'11 and 25 years old)
Cheers, y'all!!! Whether you're drinking a Protein Shake, Water, or anything else...
Pictured is me at my surgery date last year on June 21, 2016 and May 31, 2017... [emoji12]
 

Thanks all!! You guys are too kind <3
As far as skin goes, I have more questions about that than most any other issue. I have many friends who lost 30-50 lbs less than I did, around my same age (28), and were left with folds of excess skin.
It's highly uncommon to be left with so little after a weight loss as large as mine - and I wish I had words of advice for the many people who ask me daily what my "secret" was!
The truth is, your excess skin (or lack thereof) will have more to do with your age, general body composition, skin elasticity, and genetics, than it will have to do with anything you do externally.
I exercise and use regular lotion on my skin every night. That's it. That's all I've "done" to have so little excess skin. I chalk it up to a whoooooole lot of prayer and good skin tone & natural elasticity, honestly!

Thanks for the kind words, all!!
As as far as diet advice, during rapid weight loss I followed my surgeons plan to a T. I just kept losing and losing. I got to 10 lbs below goal (my goal weight was 163 lbs) and started adding back in some complex carbs to stop the weight loss. I've been in the 150-153 lbs range ever since.
FWIW, I still can't eat 4 oz in one sitting. I usually max out at around 6 bites of anything. I still eat high Protein, moderate fat, low carb - usually 50 or less carbs per day - and I count total carbs, not net carbs. During rapid weight loss I stuck to less than 15 per day.
I eat around 1,000 calories a day, sometimes a few extra if it's a long run or heavy workout day. I eat mostly protein and veggies, with an occasional serving of quinoa or a slice of sprouted whole grain toast with PB2 in the morning.
I cook every morning, pack lunches for myself and my husband, and also cook dinner every night. I've learned how to use herbs and spices to flavor my food and I really do enjoy cooking delicious and unique meals - we don't do boring, lol.
Oh, and I still only drink Water, one 6 oz cup of coffee every morning, and dry red or white wine.
All of this is my day to day norm, obviously - but if we have a date night, I'll eat a few bites of my husband's Pasta, or we'll share some cheesecake moderation is the spice of life!

OMG you look incredible! I'm at 21 months and down over 150 pounds wondering if I should keep striving for further weight loss as I am already thinner than I've ever been as an adult, but after looking at your pictures I think I can go all the way!

Hi guys!
I get on here every six months or so to update y'all I've never made a topic with progress pictures before, so I thought I would this time, as I've been maintaining below goal for almost a year now.
SW: 323
CW: 153
Size 24/26 to a 4/6
No skin removal
I ran my first half marathon in February and am running another in November, which is pretty cool! When not in race training mode, I run 3-6 miles, three days per week, and do HIIT style training (heavy weights and cardio) at the gym 2-3 other days per week. I tend to fluctuate between 150-153 lbs, depending on the time of month and just general day to day food/water intake.

Awesome. People are amazed when I tell them how fast it's coming off. I'm 9 days out and I've lost 30 lbs. From 319 to 289. Mostly Fluid loss I imagine but I'll take it. Makes all this worth it.

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I was stuck in a stall at 310lbs. I just finished my period today and peed. I lost Water weight because I am now 292lbs at 4 weeks.
My surgery weight is 339. I didn't think it would be like that. I was expecting like 20-30lbs the first month, not nearly 50lbs. 
Purple lipstick was a month before surgery. This the car one was just yesterday.

I'm scheduled for August 21st. They have to schedule my pre-op appointment with the nutritionist and then I meet with my surgeon sometime in early August. What state is everyone located in? I'm in North Carolina.

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I can't believe it guys! I really can't! I am seriously crying tears of joy.
When I started this process I was 540 pounds (I'm 5'10) and I wore a size 36/38.
As a lot of you know I had my panniculectomy on June 5th and they removed 15 pounds of skin.
Before my panniculectomy I wore a size 22 bottom and 14/16-18/20 top. I had bought smaller sized pants before my surgery because most of my pants were held up by my extra skin flap.
Guys...I fit into a size EIGHTEEN!!! And I look super good!! I'm attaching some before and after pictures for you guys to enjoy!
I can't believe this is real life!
My stomach is flat!!
(Please excuse my one drain in my one picture!)

6 months post surgery. Hit 2 of my goals today. I'm down 100.2 pounds and got below a 40 waist. (38 down from 52)
Still a fair amount of work to do but I'm confident and excited about the rest of the journey.
I've adopted an entirely new lifestyle and attitude toward food. Just started my weight training to tone and build what's here.
Hope everyone is doing well and I'm looking forward to seeing you guys soon!

Hey just relax! I was anxious as well but I got a boost from a sorority sister who had bypass surgery.
Yes, I stared the liquid diet actually 3weeks out...it will take time to adjust so start now! Eat something you like today as your last regular meal...like seafood or steak or whatever. Decide on starting Protein Shakes for Breakfast, I started with slimfast shakes....I also had Ideal Shake....I use the IdealShake to feel up once in the day and the slim fast was the rest of the day. During the that first week I did slip but I only did a salad and it had a piece of grilled salmon but after that I went back to shakes!!!!!
Most important was the week before the surgery, I exercised extensively, walking helped me reach my goAL weight. In addition to shakes I started sipping on broth, beef is better than chicken to me. I bought egg drop Soup mix and it was good!!!!!....lol
I went from a panicked 308 one week out to 294 on day of surgery.
I'm resting today so my tummy can heal....I'm havin Popsicles and Unjury with yogurt today....maybe some beef broth...lol...
Val

This post is for anyone looking for a mentor to help support them through their weight-loss journey!
I am 6-years post-bypass (pics below) and as a veteran looking back the one thing I wish I had more than anything was an accountability partner for support at any point throughout my journey,
Whether it be:
A simple hello
Advice on how to manage a balanced and healthy lifestyle (recipes, food substitutions, health products)
Information and advice on how to manage a recent complication you've been experiencing
I am here to offer my ear and provide you with my knowledge and expertise to help you reach your health goals
Remember that we're all worth it and we were born with the #freedom2thrive

My video....




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I was mainly concerned about my liver (and asked my surgeon to show video/photos of it), which I have a high res photo paper of:

I would have liked to see video of the whole thing being done, but it's cool seeing this.. likely the only clear picture I'll ever see inside my abdominal cavity.

Thanks for that great simple advice!!!

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6 weeks out yesterday and I couldn't be happier!!
I don't have any pics yet but thought I would share some of my sleeve adventure for those on the same road or those considering this surgery.
The Wins!
1) 17.1kgs down at 6 weeks out mark (37.7 lbs)
2) My fat feet/cankles have shrunk - down 2 buckles holes on the work shoes!
3) Fat clothes I hated being given away to charity
4) Fitting into clothes I haven't worn in easily 5 years
5) Energy levels are great and sleeping well
6) All this extra time in hand now to do stuff! I'm not eating or thinking about what my next meal will be or thinking about food at all really
7) Snoring reduced significantly
8) Had terrible heartburn prior to surgery - NONE after!
The strange head stuff I wasn't super prepared for:
1) Going from craving breads/carbs/sweets to craving meat and cheese Like never before
2) Regretting going out because buying a meal is just a waste of money. This NEVER EVER was a problem before - there was never anything left on the plate!
3) Looking forward to exercise - umm wtf? This just cannot be right
4) Staying the same number on the scale for 3 weeks but centimetres lost from my body
5) Not being able to stand sweet things. I used to love lollies/candy/cake. Now even the smell makes me feel quite nauseous
6) Forcing myself to eat when really I could skip a meal and not be concerned
7) Taking 30mins to eat something I previously would have scoffed in 2-3 mouthfuls
Overall I just wish I hadn't delayed this surgery at all. I was a lucky person with minimal pain, no reflux and easy recovery.
My only concern right now is the keloid scars I have from the wounds. I'm a very fair caucasian female now with thick red ropey scars. Currently trying CircaCare collagen Patches on them to try and reduce the redness and raised look. Will share my before and after pics if it works well as might help others. I did know this was a risk with my skin before going in, and to be honest, even if they don't go away, I don't really care as everything else is working out well.
Hoping to be under 100kgs, and lost over 20kgs for my birthday at the end of June!

I'm down 43lbs so far. Finally had to go out and buy a few new jeans this weekend.

6 1/2 months out. Lost 52 lbs so far. The left is my highest weight at 239 and the right is currently at 188 lbs.