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Your nails are so pretty! Is dip your favorite? Are you worried about the UV exposure with the lamp when you do gel over them?

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Lol! No, not a faux nail, or like the old acrylic nails. It is an acrylic powder that you "dip" your nails into and it sticks to a base coat you apply first. You repeat the procedure 4 times. I used clear powder, 2 dips of colored powder, then clear powder again. The end result though, looks exactly like the old acrylic nails. Kinda thick.

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Hi, KarenLR75! Yes, I tried the powder dip nails at home...2 days later I had to soak them iff because the layers of acrylic "popped" off one nail leaving it bare! I tried to open the bottles to reapply to kust one nail, and they were sealed shut and impossible to open! My nails aren't damaged from the powder dip because I soaked for an hour in acetone and didn't try to pry the acrylic off. If I do it again, I will have it professionally done! I loved how durable and "protected" my nails felt when I had it on.

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I, too, have developed thin, peeling fingernails and I take 1000-1500 mg of Calcium a day, so I don't think it is a calcium deficiency. I'm almost 8 months out, and first noticed this a few months ago. I got so fed up with my nails, I posted on here and got some great advice about powder dip nails. I wish you the best!

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I'm always on the fence about endorsing a sedentary lifestyle, it's rubbish to your health
So many people have said it so very well so I'll just leave encouraging words here

I had gastric bypass and my diabetes was eliminated right away! Lots of other benefits, too! Good luck whichever procedure you choose. Welcome!

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I just hoped that once I got down to this size I would learn to appreciate the way I used to look before I got fat. But that didn't happen. Still unhappy with the way I look. And... I have NEVER given a crap what other people think about my appearance; I am my own worst critic as is. I had a lot of OTHER reasons though. I couldn't do simple things and tasks like wiping my own booty was starting to become challenging and I was NOT about to let it get past that point. The quality of life factor played the largest role in my decision.... because my quality of life was going downhill.

Hi, there! I'm 57 and had my RNY on March 27, 2019. I am 5' 3.5" and started at about 230 or so. High weight was 246. I'm now 158. I recently increased my calories and the weight loss accelerated. Go figure! I was eating no more than 800 calories for months. I know you didn't ask about calories, but wanted to motivate you to eat more when you can. Congratulations on your surgery and best to you!!!

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My team recommends Benefiber, and says that Metamucil and Citrucel add too much bulk. !! There is a generic equivalent that is not as expensive.

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I was asking about that because I recently took Dayquil and swesr that one of the pills got stuck in the opening between my pouch and intestines! I had pain for about an hour. I'm going to stick to liquid Nyquil.

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My team recommends Benefiber, and says that Metamucil and Citrucel add too much bulk. !! There is a generic equivalent that is not as expensive.

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One year surgiversary today and 157lbs lost!

I weigh daily even though it DRIVES ME INSANE seeing weight fluctuations. My psychiatrist told me yesterday that since I have body dysmorphia I should cut back on weighing, but I am obsessive so... if you understand and accept that your weight may fluctuate, daily seems to be pretty common on here.

The polish lasts that long (and longer) for me almost always, though it may start to wear a bit at the tips if I am really hard on them. You can, if you want to/need to, take off the polish and re do it before doing a new dip set without any problem though. You would maybe need to buff very lightly again to smooth a bit before repolishing is all. Easy!
I have tried the colored dip some, but I like the polish over clear option the best for myself. (Though I can see how other people would like it as it saves nail polishing steps and would not wear off color wise at all, ever.) I just don't like being "stuck" with one color once I dip and it's much easier to find the exact shade I like in a traditional polish.
I like to use Essie brand polish and I clear top coat it twice. If you "cap" the outside edges of the nails with clear top coat the polish job will hold up much longer too.
If you decide to give it a go, post a pic. Hope it works well for you!

Doctor's scales always weigh heavier because you've usually got clothes on, and they don't weigh you at the same time of day. I really would not worry too much!

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Doctor's scales always weigh heavier because you've usually got clothes on, and they don't weigh you at the same time of day. I really would not worry too much!

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Doctor's scales always weigh heavier because you've usually got clothes on, and they don't weigh you at the same time of day. I really would not worry too much!

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Hi, K. Lee, and welcome. Do lots of reading and educate yourself. I chose bypass because I had GERD, and I know I'm crazy, but I'm a recovering sugar addict, and wanted the fear of dumping that comes with bypass!! I'm very happy with my choice. Diabetes is gone, high blood pressure gone, knees feel better, etc. Of course the same would hold true if I'd had the sleeve, I'm just happy I had bariatric surgery!!

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I personally find it really toxic to compare my weight loss to others on this forum because we're all so different. I just get discouraged! That being said I'm losing about 10 pounds a month and am 6.5 months post gastric bypass. My team is pleased with my progress. Don't worry too much, just exercise and follow your team's plan for you, and you'll do fine.

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I did not have an endoscopy before RNY, but already had documented GERD. An endoscopy wouldn't have told them anything they didn't already know.

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You are not supposed to drink carbonated drinks ever again.

Well, mine runs around 95/60, so not as low as yours. I used to have HBP prior to surgery. I'd call your primary care provider. Good luck, and keep us posted!

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I take benefiber and ducolax twice a day to prevent severe Constipation. I know how miserable it can be!

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Thanks so much for that suggestion! I had wondered about that process. I'll have to check it out!

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Thanks, ladies!! If I try gel nails, and mine are already paper thin and peeling, will it damage them more?? I'd like to try the gel, but am apprehensive.

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