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I smoked for 30 years and quit old turkey 10/17/2017, the same day I started my pre op diet. Its still hard, but Im so glad I did it. I agree that Im WAY more proud of quitting smoking than weight loss. 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 231 GOAL: Healthy

Whoooo Hooooo! That sounds great, CONGRATS [emoji106] 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 231 GOAL: Healthy

Oh duuuuh, sorry. Today is my one month Post Opdate. I have lost 30 lbs. i did hit a stall for 8-9 days. Now Im back to losing a pound a day. ?[emoji322][emoji898][emoji106] 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 231 GOAL: Healthy

Hi Cody! I will be your surgery buddy! I can help you navigate everything. Ask me ANYTHING as Im an open book and not shy. I live in Texas but will be moving about 20 minutes from the New York line within the next couple of months. 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 231 GOAL: Healthy

I just came off of an 9 day stall. Yesterday I lost a pound and today Im down 2 more. My nut said to up your water and protein. When I did it started coming off again. [emoji4][emoji106] 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

If you are going the commercial route, make SURE the vitamins are tested. It should say USP tested. That is a voluntary program that Vitamin and Supplement makers can submit their products for testing. The only 2 I know of off the top of my head are Nature Made and Kirkland brands. Kirkland is available at Costco and Also sold on amazon. Nature Made is everywhere. 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

Tespo... hands down! You can buy on amazon or BariatricPal store 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

Freezing Whey protein has no effect on it. It can change the original consistency of what you had frozen though. Cooking Whey protein depends on how long and at what temp you cook it. Whey Protein begins to break down the amino acid bioavailability when the temperature hits 167 degrees Fahrenheit. That breakdown makes the protein much harder for the body to digest. As an example: if you cook it at 194 degrees Fahrenheit for over 5 minutes you still have 80% solubility, so you only lost 20% efficacy. What bodybuilders do is mix it in after its heated and eat it right away. Also, don't always cook it. Make shakes, stir into pudding, applesauce, etc. Hope this helps [emoji106] 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

How are you feeling this morning luv? I hope you can go home today. We are all rooting for you!! Please keep us posted. [emoji123][emoji106][emoji40] 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

That link only showed calories which means nothing 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

That information is incorrect. It's science. Research more or speak to your nutritionist or others on this board. That line of thinking is scary and can very quickly derail or slow your progress. Ketosis does not discourage you from eating. Ketosis is the state where your body burns fat for energy, not sugars/glucose. Carbohydrates turn into glucose and your body will use the easy way.... sugars. The reason we are on this diet is to get your body into ketosis so your body helps you lose the fat. Its 1000% better to burn fat than glucose. Most of us are here from those old school bad habits. High carbs and sugars is how we got here. This is not my opinion, it's science. Do some research and you will see. Yes, calories matter. BUT ...where those calories come from is very, very important in how your body utilizes the nutrients it is given. I hope this makes sense. Don't trust me ask anyone on here. 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

Id really like to start a board on here for products that are good for our diet. Do you have any others? You know after looking at what I posted... I don't think it is the correct nutritional info. [emoji51] Do you happen to have it? 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

What are you talking about per meal? You need to be concerned with Carbs. If you keep carbs and sugars low, calories fall into place. Your goal is basically eating a ketosis diet. You need to pay attention to your macros. I do not break down calories for each meal. Lol This has 11g of protein and 1 net carb and no sugar. Nutritionally this is a MUCH better choice. Best part is that it tastes good, not like cardboard [emoji106] If you like it then have at it. Im attaching a pic from an email my Nut sent me this morning. 1 whole pita blows your macros for the entire day. Not a great idea. This stuff is so filling I cant eat more than a 1/2 slice. Maybe Im looking at the wrong product that you are referring to? I will attach the nutritional info that I found for the pita. 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

I found this bread online and bought some. It is AMAZING! They carry lots of stuff [emoji4] holdthecarbs.com 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

Ive been particularly weepy too. Skipped Thanksgiving and will skip Christmas too. My family are all passed away. My sons go to their Dads family's on every holiday. Which really, really hurts. Ive been alone on holidays for a few years and I HATE the holidays. Spent the day crying [emoji22] 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

Whoo Hoooo! Fantastic job ? 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

Im guessing they hydrated you while you were in the ER? If so you shouldn't have any issues today/tonight with dehydration. Did they give you a shot for nausea? Im so sorry you are having such a tough time. No worries, it will pass and your new life will begin [emoji4] PS: When you go back make sure they give you: a leak test, 2 bags of fluids and anti-nausea. You may need phenergan (anti nausea) suppositories until your tummy can tolerate fluids. 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 234 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

Call your doctor. If you cant reach him/her then go to an ER at a hospital that has a Bariatric Program. Get well soon. 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 235 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

@jcb123 I LOVE your hair! I have had long hair forever! Im about to completely change it up and cut it all off! A totally new me [emoji4] 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 235 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

11/22/17 check in. I have lost ZERO pounds. Im 3 weeks from surgery ☹️ 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 235 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

I haven't lost a dang thing in a week! [emoji45] I guess this is the 3 week stall. Rather discouraging to say the least 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 235 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

[emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] Human Etch-A-Sketch... lol 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 235 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

Here Im reposting @Chloebird chart, so all this good info stays together! 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 235 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

@BigViffer he said curt. [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23] That cracked me up. Imho you were not rude. Everyone just relax, if you don't like or disagree with someones post... skip it. Easy Peasy Sleevers [emoji106][emoji2] 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 235 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?

You really look stunning. The coolest part is I can "see" that you are happier. Yes... in the pics. You look more confident and very happy!!! Im thrilled for you!!! WELL DONE[emoji106]?[emoji123] 5' 5" HW: 259 CW: 235 GOAL: Healthy and hard 140-ish?