spoiltmom

We have a Hobby Lobby here but they only have vanilla, strawberry and lemon flavors, that's it. Our grocery stores carry vanilla, rum, lemon, strawberry and coconut. Not much variety so I find the Capella drops simpler.

You can go here to read more about the flavor drops and/or purchase them. http://capellaflavordrops.com/ Netrition.com also carries them.

I'm wanting a Tummy tuck and breast lift/implants. Depending on the recovery time I can do it either in January 2012 or in May 2012. I still have 20 pounds or so to lose first but when should I start the process of finding a surgeon? I need to know what all is involved in the procedures, recovery and costs. Should I start now or wait a few more months?

It's thicker and higher in protein. I use it to make salad dressings. It makes them thick and super healthy!

I flavor mine with sugar free hot chocolate mix, Hills Brothers Sugar Free Cappucino mix and Capella Flavor Drops. The Flavor Drops I order but they are cheaper than the Torani and DaVinci syrups, the shipping is also super cheap and they are small enough to throw in your purse with no problem.

You can definitely see the difference! Congratulations!! By the way, I love your haircut! I went for a cut just like that yesterday but mine sadly, looks nothing like that. LOL

I just posted a bunch on our clothing swap board. They are free. Just pay shipping. I just want to give them to someone that can use them.

Okay I cleaned out my closet and I got rid of a lot of stuff. If you want any of it just pay shipping and it's yours. I have: 1 pair size 14A Faded Glory blue jean shorts 1 pair of Lee size 14 blue jean shorts 1 pair of Faded Glory Navy blue and Green Plaid shorts in size 16 with an XL Faded Glory Navy Blue Cami/Tank 1 pair of Faded Glory Red and Orange Plaid shorts in size 16 with an Old Navy Red Tank Top in XL A purple Old Navy tank top in size L An XL Cream Colored Old Navy shirt. It's sort of sheer and you wear a cami under it. It's brand new with tags and short sleeved An XL Blue and Green striped Old Navy sleeveless top An Old Navy size L Purple smocked Tank top Faded Glory Stretch Jean Capris size 14 St. John's Bay Khaki colored Skort in size 14 A pair of Old Navy Dreamer cut jeans in size 14 regular- these fit more like a 16 though A pair of Old Navy Sweetheart cut jeans in size 12 regular A pair of Lee shorts new with tags size 13/14 These are dark blue and tanned stripe A pair of Old Navy Bootcut low waist jeans in size 14 regular And last I have 3 pair of Cruel Girl Jeans they are size 15 Long Lowrise, 13 Long relaxed, 13 Long regular All my tank tops that I have listed are flowy tank tops, not tight ones. They don't cling to your stomach If anyone's interested let me know.

Thanks! I do snack on Almonds already but I also have some peanuts. I may try mixing them for a mixed nut snack.

It's too help you cut calories. Sugar is just empty calories with no nutritional value at all. A little here and there isn't bad though.

I was banded last August. I have only had one minor set back and that was from having my band too full. I started at 227 and I now weigh 163. I'm almost at my goal and I highly recommend the band. I know 3 others who have it. They have each lost over 150 pounds and kept it off. They have been banded for almost 5 years now. Just do what your doctor says and you will have great results!!

I use natural calm. You mix a little with Water and drink it before bed. I use it daily or rather nightly. It works great! http://www.petergillham.com/wp/2009/11/natural-calm/

I've been off track just doing liquids for a couple weeks because my band was tight. I started eating again last week and I'm trying to track everything daily. My problem is if I don't track I find I eat mindlessly and eat too much. If I do track I don't eat enough. Today for example I've had 900 calories and that's after eating supper and my Protein shake. I have coffee for Breakfast and then a shake a little while later. Then I had lunch and a snack and supper. I could increase my calories by lowering my protein and/or adding more carbs. Today so far I'm at 900 calories for the day, 35 carbs, and 108 grams of protein. I feel like the 900 calories is too low though. My current weight is 163. Or should I just eat meat that isn't quite as lean? That would up my calorie count also. Not sure which way to go.

What are you guys eating tonight? I still haven't planned my dinner yet.

Thanks again everyone:) I just bought me some new summer shirts in a size MEDIUM! I can't believe it!

Good Luck Monica! I hope it goes really well for you!

First what's your BMI? I'm glad I got my band and I wish I would have done it sooner. It's been awesome for me!

I go through mine once a month. If it's too big it goes. If it's too tight or fits perfectly it stays. If I don't do this then it takes me forever to get dressed because I have to try so many things on before I find something that will fit.

I'm out of lean ground meat so I'm using ground chuck for a recipe. I pan browned it, drained it and rinsed it. Now that I've gotten most of the fat out of it, how do I figure out how many calories and fat grams per serving?

A few weeks ago I was too tight. I couldn't keep anything down and I was having reflux. Then I got an unfill. I'm eating again and having no reflux problems but when I drink coffee or eat something hot/spicy I get heartburn. I have had heartburn issues prior to the band. Is this something normal or am I a little too tight still? It's fine as long as I don't eat/drink any trigger foods.

Jan the spotting could be due to either. You should get your hormones checked. That may help you a great deal. Way to go Shadena and Khloe!! I'm now down to 165 and a size 10. I'm wanting to lose about 20 more though.

Is that thick or thin? I bought some BSN Lean Dessert and it mixes up really, really thick. I'm not liking it.

Not sure if we are allowed to ask this or not but where do you buy your Protein powder from? I've seen the actual protein prices and the shipping prices vary so much from website to website. Do any of you know who is truly the cheapest?

You can also order a variety of samples from Nashuanutrition.com My favorite is the Syntrax brand.

I only have 5.