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I only break my 4 meals/day routine occasionally, and that is to have a few nuts. So those days are 850 calorie days.

My BMI was 38 at first consult, 36 on day of surgery. I did worry about losing weight during the 6-month period before surgery, but once I had insurance approval, I was all in. I don't believe your body will go too low. That seems pretty rare here on the message board.

I like Nutrametrix Isotonix 'cause I can mix up one 8-ounce concoction in the AM and I don't have to think about it for the rest of the day. Surgeon says its fine to consume all of the Calcium at once this way. I just restocked for 3 months -- $125, so it isn't cheap.

A week ago, I got Bariatric Advantage Vitamin and calcium capsules and tablets and tried that for a day -- damn thing got stuck and I was uncomfortable for over half an hour. Plus multi-dosing. Not for me.

Sure enough, I will burp.

I don’t eat any processed stuff except Premier Protein with my coffee. I do eat 2% cottage cheese, but nothing else is lowfat. The postop diet is really very clean. SFH Pure is an more natural Protein Powder if you are looking for options. I used this pre-surgery, but then my tastes changed.

Google says $125 -- not cheap, but I know I'll do it when I get another 40# off.

1 hour ago, Kimbero said:

How much have you lost apple? 2 months out. I love premier. The caramel one was my breakfast/lunch today

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39.2#s -- 12 in the 2-week pre-op, and the rest since then. I like banana. :-) I usually have 8 ounces with 8 ounces of iced coffee in the morning because it helps me meet my Protein goal consistently.

I remember being *thrilled* when I woke up after surgery. For some reason I was super worried that it wouldn't happen. :-)

You look fantastic -- congratulations!!! And 15#s, holy cow!

When I eat, I'm satisfied, but I also get hungry before my next planned "feeding" (LOL). Like you, I'm at 800 kcals per day.

15 minutes ago, AshAsh1 said:

Whoah whoah whoah, lets leave that drama where it started. Lets not cross posts.... and She is well qualified to fight her own battles, she doesn't need you, I assure you.

Yes, Jenn is certainly more than capable of managing her own affairs. I just called it like I saw it. As for crossing posts, isn't that what led to this thread in the first place -- a little tit-for-tat? Plus, I've been on this board since last August, and I don't recall that there even was an active moderator before, so why demand more mods?? This is my last post on this topic.

Since there is only one moderator that I know of, your OP is thinly veiled criticism of her -- not cool.

Sorry about the bad trial with the shake. I suggest you try a few before giving up, because you'll be drinking them afterwards, too. Premier Protein is pretty popular around here -- I mix mine 50-50 with iced coffee, even now at 2 months out.

Maybe get a Dexa scan at local hospital?

3 minutes ago, Creekimp13 said:

One disturbing trend I've noticed recently at this site...is a lack of balanced weight loss experiences in your moderation team.

The bariatric community is diverse.

There are older people, younger people, people who want to lose weight to uber fitness levels and people who just want to improve their health. There are 200 pound people who want to weight 130....and there are 400 pound people who would love to reach 250. I wish the moderation team represented ALL of these experiences...instead of JUST the smaller people.

The VAST MAJORITY of people who have weight loss surgery....statistically are not going to reach goal. Most of us will end up on one side or the other of a 60-70% excess weight loss. It would be nice to see some moderators who understand and continue to live this struggle.

There is little input here from people who have weighed over 350 pounds. I'd like to see a moderator whose journey includes these weight ranges.

It would be nice to see more male voices in moderation, since while they are in the minority...we do have a significant male population.

I'd like to see an older moderator who is sensitive to weight loss after menopause.

Can we please have some moderators who are not JUST women who started in the 200 pound range, in their 30's and 40's...who are now fitness junkies?

We desperately need some balance.

Whaaat? Creek, there's nothing wrong with the moderators, and we mostly self-monitor anyways.

@MIZ60 Say yes to the cruise!! I am going on a 5-day cruise to Bermuda on Saturday, but I'm nervous about the food -- I didn't log or weigh my food yesterday, and it made me antsy as all get-out!

Well this thread certainly struck a collective nerve! No big surprise -- this is, after all, a life changing experience for all of us. I agree generally that most people are technically doing their best, but "best" is highly subjective and variable. Why not Celebrate people going balls to the wall? After all, it is indisputable that there is a window for losing weight.

Woot! 100#s is freaking amazing!!! I will be here cheering you all the way down to 125, @FluffyChix, I know you can do it!

Bravo -- congratulations!!

I am so sorry to hear about your daughter's medical issues -- I'm sure you are beyond stressed! I would encourage you to not drop out now. You can always revisit your decision right up until scheduling. All the best to both of you.

16 minutes ago, Creekimp13 said:

My mom, kiddo nd myself did a three generation Mother's Day..... Vegas Style at the casino yesterday. Laughed our butt off and had fun. Was a nice day for a road trip. We were going to shop and do garage sales, but the 40 degree weather and ice cold rain inspired us to be naughty indoors instead. We had a blast.

My brothers have plans with Mom tomorrow, and hubby and daughter are taking me to a Rent-a-horse place to go trail riding. Supposed to be a gorgeous day in the low 70's.

Wishing all the moms a wonderful Mother's Day!

Damn, did the casinos on at Lake Tahoe decades ago :-)

11 minutes ago, Creekimp13 said:

Happy Mother's Day to all the Moms:)

and daughters

Hey Matty-man, vent away. We don't need anything emotionally positive. We are here for you.

24 minutes ago, henabena said:

Hi teather. I deal with generalized anxiety and panic disorder. Was sleeved 5/7. I understand how you feel. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have questions. The docs gave me anti anxiety meds before I got wheeled back. I had also taken my klonopin before surgery. It helped a lot.

You should consider weaning yourself down or off AD's. My surgeon is a man of little words, LOL, and he was...disgruntled that I was still taking Paxil at 1 week, LOL. Since surgery I have gone from from 30 to 10 (week coming up), Paxil, and onward to 0.. Its tough, and I get weird symptoms, but nothing to stop me from progressing. Can't wait to be free after 10 years.

20 minutes ago, CCTXWIFE said:

My husbands surgeon said to wait 6 months but everyone is different. Good luck!

As did mine -- good advice!