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I tried eating it once. Had intense stomach pain for about 4 hours. Worst thing I’ve felt since surgery, which was over a year ago. I can tolerate the Flat Out wraps and corn tortillas fine but not trying the Zero Carb bread again!

They might all be different but at mine everyone introduces themselves. After that, talking is optional. I am shy too and really enjoy support groups at over a year post op. You’ll be fine. ?

Congratulations!! ?

This is my first photo post on BP! I read this forum almost every day and find it so helpful but never had the nerve to post a picture. My one year surgiversary was last week and I’ve lost 118 lbs total. Hit my goal in less than 10 months and been maintaining since. Before this summer, I don’t remember the last time I wore white pants, but now I have 3 pairs! ?

I ate very little fruit until maintenance mode. Now I eat some fruit most days. Never had any issues tolerating fruit.

No issues here either

I was able to add fresh fruits and veggies 6 weeks post-op. No issues with salad except limited capacity. I still try to eat the protein first, or most of it, almost a year post op.

I’m like kcgirl— a year out and usually cold. On the bright side, I used to sweat like a pig and now rarely do. I’m even cold at the gym sometimes!

My puréed Foods were things like yogurt, ricotta cheese, applesauce (unsweetened), non-chunky soups, thin cream of wheat... I never actually puréed anything except canned peaches and pears.

It’s your stomach digesting. Lots of noise and movement going on in there. At least that’s what I have!

I lost all my excess weight in 10 months. 115 lbs down. I’ve been maintaining for a month now and so far so good. Logged everything every day, focused on protein, limited carbs, go to the gym. Nothing magical but doing it all works!

Sounds like you’re doing great—congrats! The energy comes with time. After 3-4 months, I had more energy than I can ever remember.

That was exactly my pattern. Weight loss almost always happened on the weekend. I have no idea why but it became predictable.

I have people tell me often that I look younger after losing 115 lbs but I think I look older. Either way, I look and feel so much healthier that it’s worth it. And I’m a size 8, which is crazy to me!

I agree with flip flops. You’re not going to want to bend over to tie your shoes or deal with socks. Definitely slip on shoes.

Olive oil, avocado, nuts, 2% or 4% yogurt or cottage cheese

@summerset—tzatziki recipe please!

I’ve gone from 44DD to 34C. Band and cup sizes both go down!

Be careful with the zero carb bread. I’m 10 months out and tried it about 3 months ago. I felt like a balloon was expanding in my stomach for 4 hours. It was awful! I’ve had good luck with Flatout Wraps. The chipotle flavored one is smaller and just like 60 calories I think. Or I do half an original one.

Swiss Miss reduced calorie hot cocoa (35 cal) made with Skim Milk has been my go-to evening snack.

@Hop_Scotch excellent article! Thanks so much for sharing.

Yep I have this. I’m almost 10 months post sleeve.

Is it possible you’re thirsty in the middle of the night? I’ve noticed I sometimes confuse the two now and a glass of water, Gatorade Zero, etc can really fill me up when I think I’m hungry. Maybe try drinking 8-16 oz at 2 am and see if that helps??

Depends on your insurance requirements and surgeon’s requirements. Make sure you understand both.

The Baritastic app has some simple recipes. Ricotta bake was one of my favs.