Colorado Cowgirl

I did. Not often.

Looking at a pair of jeans and being able to get them over my once huge rear end!

Big congratulations!

67 and surgery April 1st. Down 71 lbs and full of energy and less aches and pains. Off BP meds since 1st week. Portion Control has always been my Achilles heel and this surgery does the trick. Definitely am changing my habits. This will lengthen an active life but it isn't a magic bullet. You still have to do the work. Good luck with your decision.

28 minutes ago, Sandra Nuelken said:

I am 2 1/2 months out and about 50 pounds down. My knees hurt less and I'm looking forward to our camping trips. I'm having trouble staying in clothes, not a problem though. I found 3 trash bags of clothes in the attic that I had "outgrown" so I'm sifting through them. When I go into a restaurant I know I can sit anywhere. I also check the menu online and know exactly what I will be ordering. I also take a small plastic container with me for all the leftovers. My sister suggested a thermal lunch bag with container so you can keep it cool. I'm making plans for trips and travels. None of this would be possible before. I'm 73 and now I have some good years ahead. It had been a year since I was upstairs, now I go up and down without any issue. I know food is not my friend and it was limiting the rest of my life. I eat what I need and I no longer need everything I see. I feel that I control the rest of my life, my body no longer restricts it.

Wow to all of the above! I'm 67 and enjoying life almost for the first time in my adult life. Congratulations!

How has your life changed?

Those are great. I bought tapas plates and appetizer forks and spoons at Bed Bath and Beyond. Six months out I am still using them. Ellen DeGeneres has a pretty set I bought to treat myself. Non food reward!

I was told that there are hormonal changes after surgery. The mood passed quickly.

While your stomach is healing you won't want to put anything else in it. The warm liquids were soothing to me during that time.

No issues here either having both done.

Yes. For me it's lack of fluids. Stand up slowly.

Sometimes I have nightmares about big time cheating. You should be fine so long as it doesn't become a habit. Now you can get back on track!

Unflavored Protein powder. I put it in broth, scrambled eggs, smoothies, etc. At the beginning that was the only way I could get protein in.

I couldn't drink anywhere near my 64 oz for about two months. My doctor told me to do the best I could. Check with your doctor.

My PA tells me to count calories and my nutritionist tells me to measure. Since Portion Control is my nemisis I track calories and eyeball portions. I hate the idea of deprivation so I pay attention within reason. No sweets or higher carbs until maintenance. Do whatever works for you.

I had a hernia for years before my sleeve. It was repaired at that time. I'm only five months out but so far so good.

You had major surgery. That is what you should tell your boyfriend.

I am going to try it bc I'm bored with everything I drink. Would you compare it to Crystal Light? Thanks so much for the heads up!

Thirty lbs. in a month is unbelievable. You might not see this kind of a loss again in a month. Congratulations!

Get back on track. Measure your food and eat slowly to give your body time to feel full. Eat at the same times each and every day. Protein, protein, protein. Saying that you didn't do the surgery to allow this to happen to you is a huge tell. The surgery isn't doing this to you. You may want to look into some therapy as well. It has helped me immensely. Good luck.

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Mine just slowed down at 5 months and also started around 4 months. I also have thick hair and have no bald spots as a result of the loss. I thought no you'll be fine.

Awesome!!!

Initially I cut them in half with a pill cutter and waited 5-10 minutes between pills. Now at 5 months I can swallow them whole but still space them out

I get sick when I'm dehydrated. Dizzy, light-headed and weak. You may need fluids. Start logging your intake.