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.

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.