KathyLev

I had mine in May of 2023. I'm doing great , thanks for asking ! I've been eating low carb ,very small portions and except for a months long stall, everything is going a-ok I haven't had any carbonated drinks or alcohol so far, but I don't miss it. My stomach handles everything good with no problems. I'm down 2 sizes and couldn't be happier ! All my lab work have been perfect and I'm off 3 meds that I took for a long time. Diabetes is no longer in my future ! How have you been since your surgery ? You lost a ton !!!!!

I'm sharing your happiness !!!!!!!!!!!!! WOHOO !!!!!!!!!!!! One-derland finally !!!

.......... I "think" I broke the stall ! * knock on wood* ? Yes! I've been at 192 for months and nothing I did would break it. Finally ....I am gradually going down and as of today I am 185 ! It's the weirdest thing - all summer I was exercising and walking and the scale wouldn't move. Now that it's winter in Wisconsin , I haven't been walking at all except for grocery shopping and the weight loss started again. The only reason I can think of why I was stalled is,I must have been gaining muscle . Well - I'm not going to question it .... I'm just going to enjoy it I'm so happy to be a "loser" again..... LOL

I didn't know about the 30 minute rule . I guess I've been doing it wrong the whole time ! I constantly have a drink in my hand and usually end up drinking about 90 oz. a day!

Congrats !!!! It's funny how much a pound can mean to us. I couldn't get below 200 and when I got down to 199 ..... I was SO happy I was in ONEderland LOL

Well Ms.sss .......you made me smile more than I have in a month !!!!! I even LOL a couple times I'm so happy for you !! Happy anniversary and may you always remain HAWT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You have one thing we all share ............ fear of the unknown. The "what if's " can kill us if we let it. As I was told ( because I'm a worrier) to just take it one day at a time . It's working Best of luck to you - I'm glad you found this forum !!!

As Catwoman said, your stomach will let you know ! I (stupidly) chugged about a half a glass of water once and OUCH - it hurt ! I have a 30 oz. cup that I refill 2 - 3 times in a day and just sip on it all day. I've also been using a straw since month 2 , no problems.

I had my surgery in May ........... I looked in the mirror yesterday and noticed I HAD CHEEKBONES !!!! Holy cow - I don't remember ever seeing that !

You're moving along fast ! The end is going to be a whirlwind ...suddenly all your appointments are over and you're in the hospital !!! You sound excited and I'm excited for you ? Best of luck with everything and keep us informed on how you are doing.

Women tend to do so much stuff for other people...isn't it nice when we can do something great for ourselves ? I hope you have many more years of happiness from your surgery !

How AWESOME !!!!! Watching you makes me wish I had done this surgery much sooner

I drank Herb ox chicken buillion powder. I just got mine at the grocery store ... but here's a picture of it from their website . It's really good,too ! https://www.hormel.com/brands/herb-ox-bouillon/product/chicken-granulated-bouillon/

Tek - you are such an inspiration . Every time I read one of your posts,I feel like I've been energized and given a terrific pep talk !

I'm going to have to try that ! I looked it up and Walmart has it . Thanks Alycat23 !! ?

Me too. I didn't have to wait.

I bought a bottle of protein water called "Ready" . I thought I'd try it and OMG - it was so darn sweet !!!! UGH !!! I don't know why companies make their products like that. I'm also hoping someone can suggest a good protein water. (Thanks for bringing up the topic )

I agree ...........Sleeve2bypass has had so many things done,she's an expert by now , bless her heart ! I hope you can get the advice you're looking for

................and a happy, successful and prosperous New Year !

Yeah !!!! Get ready - this is going to be quite a ride !!!! I'm HAPPY for you !!!

Well - it's here. This will be my first Christmas since I had my gastric sleeve. That means " food fest 2023" . ? Our whole family gathers together and brings tons of food. Our whole family is mostly overweight,too. I know I'm going to get the "you look skinnier since the last time I saw you " and "oh you have to try this- it's a new recipe " and "is that all you're having ?" I don't have a problem controlling what I eat - it's handling people who are trying to control what I eat ! I'd love any advice or tell me how you navigate a food based party. Thank you so much

Welcome !!!! I had my VSG last May and I LOVED the feeling of not being hungry ! LOL My doc said it comes back except for a lucky few. Enjoy it while it lasts Jump in anytime with questions or concerns - we're here for you !

I've been on a stall for 4 months now !!! It sure is disappointing to have that happen. It's like doing all that work and not one acknowledgement from the scale ! I put the scale away and focused on other things - like being able to walk without gasping for air I also measured myself - and even though I'm not losing weight , I lost 15" ! So there's that ! I also talked to my doc about it , and she told me to go back on my presurgery liquid diet for a week or two. She also suggested changing up my proteins to see if that helps. I'm still experimenting with her advice . Don't let the stall get you down ! Good luck with everything

Boy - you sure have that gray cloud following you ! Get rid of that damn thing !!!!! You deserve blue skies and unicorns for all you went through. On the bright side ....looking at you in that hospital bed - you still look awesome like you're ready for a night on the town ! I was only in the hospital for 2 nights . I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror .... YIKES ! I was downright scary looking. *shudder* I also had that stress test- my chest was sore for days. I'm crossing everything I can cross that you get home and feel better SOON ! ((( Gentle hugs ))))

From everyone I have talked to , it seems like the first 3 days are the worst. Your body just went thru trauma and it's trying to figure things out. Rest and be comfortable ! Take it slow and you'll be fine.