Kayylaa

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Lazy for choosing one type of weight loss surgery over another Unprepared for or undeserving of weight loss surgery because of Deserving of complications or disappointing weight loss because of their choice of weight loss surgery This tread is now frozen.

How does everyone seem to have so much free time at work? I might have chosen the wrong profession...

I consider myself to be progressive and liberal. I’ve learned recently that it’s not ok just to be “not racist” in a passive way. We have to stand up for our fellow American citizens and live in an anti racist society.

(We also need to care for everyone in poverty and provide freaking insurance to everyone.)
I read this post on Instagram and realized how much I still have to learn and understand.

Another example of feigned innocence. That post wasn't a sincere question about Medicare, just as this post wasn't a genuine question about weight gain.
You seem to have a need to put others down for a myriad of reasons including gaining weight (on a WLS forum of all places) or for being in the unfortunate position of needing to rely on government benefits (did you return your stimulus check?). And then there is the subtle and not so subtle racism you display, by referring to weaves and protesting. Do I need to bring up when you posted COVID is being overblown to make Trump look bad?

My diet is very similar to yours. I can have seven Premier Protein drinks a day, one popsicle, 2 sugar free Jello, 2 8 oz servings of broth. The I have like 40 calories left that I can spend on the above. No going over 1200 calories.

they're kind of all across the board. Some people don't even have one at all!
some people are allowed one small meal a day
I was one of the unlucky ones who had two weeks of liquids only. I could drink all the Water and no- or very-low cal beverages (like Crystal Light) that I wanted, 4-5 Protein Shakes a day, unlimited sugar free popsicles and sugar free Jello, and a limited amount of broth and V8 or Tomato juice (I think it might have been just a cup of each)

I had a 2-week pre-op diet. The first week was 3 Protein Shakes plus one frozen meal under 350 calories (no rice or pasta) per day. The second week was 4 Protein shakes per day, no solid food. I was also allowed to have Water and other calorie-free beverages, broth, and up to 2 servings of sugar-free Jello or popsicles per day.

For the sleeve, two weeks prior, two Protein Shakes and one meal for dinner. A 4oz Protein and up to 2 cups of non starchy veggies. Day before surgery all liquids. I don't know how I did it but I did!

Maybe for the same reason you’re on here??? A lot of people have lots jobs which it turns affects their mental health.

What I do know is what you have posted, which is blatantly racist
Are your welfare check won't cover your weave and nail....

Maybe for the same reason you’re on here??? A lot of people have lots jobs which it turns affects their mental health.

But it was to point fingers ....
What's stopping people from either... growing there on veggies or buying them and having more time to food prep. Also, why aren't people taking the time to exercise more.... walking, running, yoga, stretching..... repurposing those milk jugs and filling them with water/sand. Grab those resistance bands and use them or the exercise equipment you are using as a clothes hanger
I find it disingenuous that a two time WLS patient would question why anyone would gain weight. I still can only see the reason for your post as to not so humble brag and to smugly look down your nose at others.

Maybe for the same reason you’re on here??? A lot of people have lots jobs which it turns affects their mental health.

Maybe for the same reason you’re on here??? A lot of people have lots jobs which it turns affects their mental health.

Yeah, I hardly ever log in here anymore because... sheesh.

As a two time weight loss surgery patient, you truly don't understand why people gain weight?
Everything you just posted could have been said about you or any of us. Didn't we all hear "Just eat healthier. Just exercise more."? How did it feel when you encountered that type of attitude pre WLS? Was it helpful or motivating in any way?
Even in Rants and Raves, what is the reason behind this post? The only point I can see is to feel superior to others. Reminds me the the post from earlier this month, "STOP MAKING EXCUSES." It's the same myopic point of view and lack of empathy towards others who may be struggling.

Maybe for the same reason you’re on here??? A lot of people have lots jobs which it turns affects their mental health.