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Hi, how’s it going? You all look absolutely gorgeous 😍 Starbucks Bathroom Selfies: the return of the vegan leather jacket. This is before a 4” haircut, it’s been too long for a while.

After any procedure or surgery , I can barely control when and how fast I needed to be in a bathroom. It however always normalizes in time. (I also noticed if I’m circling the edge of a UTI, I have the same frequency issues so these days I take D mannose if I think one is coming on. It solves the issue pretty instantly)

Passover and feast of unleavened bread in my house so I present an authentic Matzah dressed in butter and lingonberries IMG_2063.MOV

So many beautiful dishes! I think everyone should audition for a cooking show 😍

Perhaps try tracking food again if you have not been. Tracking forces me to be accountable.

With VSG (my original surgery) I also never experienced the odd warning signs. I had to stick to measurements (1/8,1/4,1/2 cup etc) then under eat slightly because my full sensation came 15+ mins later (super annoying 🤨) the feeling was a lump in my throat that would not go away no matter how often I swallowed and sometimes tightness in my chest. Now with RNY, the delayed full sensation is still in effect but I can still overestimate my capacity and pay the price. So I have to pay attention while eating and consciously choose when to stop. My BF calls me two bites <insert name> because I almost never finish anything just incase 😉

Ooooo hair edition 🤩 such a cute classic 90’s style

This cut looks really good on you. It’s a nice length and shape!

Looking good!

AMAZING! CONGRATULATIONS 🎉

Congratulations 🎉

Same

1. Probably biotene mouthwash but not sure, I didn’t use anything 2. Super common and you maybe tired for a little while post op too 3. Morphine, oxy and hydrocodone also have no effect on me. I requested Dilaudid post op (while in the hospital only) transferred to oral tramadol at home for a couple days then used extra strength Tylenol until I was pain free. I did not form an addiction (I have no issues with addiction to pain meds and had several surgeries after with the same routine with no problems, but I always stay vigilant by using pain meds pony when truly needed ❤️) 4. Only IV the pain pump (Dilaudid)

For me, Cardiology clearance was an EKG & Pulmonary was a sleep study.

I ❤️ Salmon too!

My ideal amount of calories fluctuates. I have a scale that tells me what my BMR is based on weight/body fat/muscle mass, hydration, etc. It currently says around 1560 so I *try* to keep this in mind when I make choices throughout the day if I’m trying to lose a little. Technically, I think I could go over this amount by a couple of hundred calories and be fine but I would need to track for an extended period of time to be certain. That sounds like a lot of work to me 😢 You may need to come up with a way to figure out your needs, but a few things to keep in mind: Are you at or close to goal/normal weight? That can slow the process down a lot. Do you know your weightloss vs maintenance calorie goals ? If you haven’t gained or lost, you are likely in maintenance. COVID/Quarantine stressors have affected a lot of people. Some people have lost but plenty of people have gained weight as well from stressful times. You maybe maintaining. Any other major life changes like medication of menopause, subsequent illness can cause plateaus and even gains. I hope that helped a little ❤️

❤️Congratulations on advance!!!❤️

I think these need to be quality controlled...

I like Floradix Iron and Herbs for fast absorption and bioavailability (ask doctor first)

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Easiest on the full site, harder on mobile Go to the menu section and under account you’ll find options for profile or account settings. I believe it’s under one of those menu items

Scrambled tofu looks amazing 😍

☝Agreed Unfortunately there is probably nothing (non surgical) for the amount of excess skin we WLS folks have. And if you find something that promises wonders it will likely cost more than traditional skin removal surgeries with less effect.

Thankfully it’s not thrush. That takes forever to go away and often comes right back, it’s so annoying. Are you currently drinking more protein shakes than clear fluids? The protein shakes can cause a coating too because they are so thick. This happens to me when I drink too much tea w/cream and not enough water. It does go away if I brush after each drink. Good Luck!