Missy161

I sure as heck hope so bc I've been killing myself at the gym and am not losing an ounce! Keep it up and be persistent, that's what I've been hearing. Eventually it will have to pay off!

I got a veggi spiralizer and make zucchini noodles- sauté it in olive oil garlic and onion powder put spaghetti sauce on it and love it! Got the recipes on Pinterest too.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 191 GW 135

Still close! Lol

That sounds really good! I just got home today have been on holiday, so at the hotel . i had the yellow bit of one egg lol. skipped lunch because i was busy and had like a 2 ounce beef pattie for dinner, i barely even rememeber what i eat usually , i ate better yesturday . i had duck and spinnach for my lunch yesturday at the hotel lol. I hope you feel better!

I'm an idiot! My surgery was 6/22 not 7/22!

but your steak and asparagus has me salivating!

I had a vanilla pure Protein Shake this morning for Breakfast.
for lunch I had a 2 ounce grilled chicken tender (leftover) that I sliced up with 1 ounce of shredded mozzarella cheese on half a Josephs pita pocket (just discovered these! 30 cal for half a pita and 3.5 g protein!)
I had small gala apple and some rice crackers for Snacks - should not have had the rice crackers - I took a short nap and woke up hungry and they were handy... they were 72 cal, 1 g Protein and 14 g carbs - really shouldn't have eaten them.
Not at all sure what I'll have for dinner. Right now I feel gross from the crackers - may just have a yogurt or some deli turkey and cheese.

Tonight I had 4 oz of steak and about 6 asparagus tips! It blows my mind that I am so full! My biggest battle is slow eating! That has been my battle for years but now it is essential for me to slow down! I had a little lasagna for lunch! Seems crazy at 4 weeks post op! I will be seeing the surgeon soon. Then I will know if I am doing ok or not!

I'm 8.5 weeks out and when I hit 1000 it's too much for me. My average now is 700 cal per day over the last month., but that's average because I have 3 1000 calorie days in the mix. For example, today I stayed completely on plan and have yet to have dinner - I've had 427 calories and 51 g of Protein so far today. I'll probably hit my 700 average today and get another 10-20g of protein.
I agree, for 4 weeks out for a woman 1000 seems like a lot if it's the average. I did have a 1000 day at 4 weeks out.

I'm 8.5 weeks out and when I hit 1000 it's too much for me. My average now is 700 cal per day over the last month., but that's average because I have 3 1000 calorie days in the mix. For example, today I stayed completely on plan and have yet to have dinner - I've had 427 calories and 51 g of Protein so far today. I'll probably hit my 700 average today and get another 10-20g of protein.
I agree, for 4 weeks out for a woman 1000 seems like a lot if it's the average. I did have a 1000 day at 4 weeks out.

3-4 ounces depending on the density of the food. I ate a packet of the Starkist tuna Creations and it was yummy. I think I ate about 2 ounces of steak and an ounce of a sweet potato. I'm at 8 weeks now and it's probably close to the same. I had the tuna tonight and didn't eat the whole 2.8 pouch - i had a few rice crackers with it.
My average calorie intake per day for the last month has been 700 calories.

3-4 ounces depending on the density of the food. I ate a packet of the Starkist tuna Creations and it was yummy. I think I ate about 2 ounces of steak and an ounce of a sweet potato. I'm at 8 weeks now and it's probably close to the same. I had the tuna tonight and didn't eat the whole 2.8 pouch - i had a few rice crackers with it.
My average calorie intake per day for the last month has been 700 calories.

Hi, I'm in pueblo west. I just started this journey.

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We should have a meet up somewhere in Denver like a support group.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 194 GW 135

Nope...let me clarify. I could lose weight just fine without surgery. In fact, I'd lost 200+ pounds over the past 2 decades preceding surgery, and I'm only in my 30s.
I'd lose 30, then regain 50. I'd lose 50, then regain 90. I'd lose 60, then regain 100. Rinse & repeat.
I could lose weight without surgery, but couldn't keep it off. Bariatric surgery offered the last hope for me to actually keep weight off for a lifetime.
I regularly eat out. In fact, a casual observer wouldn't know I've had surgery if they were sitting at the same restaurant table as me.
Moreover, I eat bread and Pasta, but I can tolerate them just fine because I live a very physically active lifestyle. My more sedentary counterparts who consume too many carbs often experience stalled weight loss and weight regain.
Good luck to you.

I get Protein2o at Safeway and Kum and go. I love the wild cherry. I saw it on Amazon too.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 191 GW 135

Yes! Please do another challenge! Hubby is gone for 6 weeks and I want to drop 15 more pounds before he returns- need some motivation!


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 192 GW 135

Wow! So sorry you went through this! Hubby had something similar with his rny 11 years ago- very scary indeed! Glad you are on the mend!


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 191 GW 135

I'm in one now. 8 weeks post op and have been the same weight for 2 weeks. Plugging away though.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 192 GW 135

I'm down 33 pounds in 26 days. Keep the faith and you'll be fine.

LOL, I threw up a little in my mouth on this one (ignorant Texas cracker = gags on mackerel), ROFLMA, but the rest of your menus sound D-lish!!!

I think I'd follow up with your doctor. They can make sure everything's on track and give suggestions on how to make it stop.
Si sorry it's so rough!



Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 191 GW 135

Very common! Lack of energy is the major complaint after surgery while healing. It took me 3 weeks at least to be able to even walk around the block without wanting to sit down and rest. Keep your Water and Protein up as best you can- this is always a struggle for me. It also takes months for the anesthesia to get totally out of your system. My surgeon said the healing process goes on for at least 6 months. So rest and take care of yourself.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 191 GW 135

I get shoulder pain when I eat. The doc says it's referred pain from my stomach/gas. It may be the same thing. I agree, chew well. hope it gets better.

Very common! Lack of energy is the major complaint after surgery while healing. It took me 3 weeks at least to be able to even walk around the block without wanting to sit down and rest. Keep your Water and Protein up as best you can- this is always a struggle for me. It also takes months for the anesthesia to get totally out of your system. My surgeon said the healing process goes on for at least 6 months. So rest and take care of yourself.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 191 GW 135