March 2010 Sleevers

[Sheri 0]

:lol0:I was sleeved on March 25th also. Im on day 28. Highest weight 229, preop 210, today 188. I am 5 ft tall, the Dr.'s goal weight is 110, mine is 140. Im muscular and big boned, I dont think 110 is possible for me. I have enjoyed reading everyones posts. It is very helpful. I am going to try soft eggs, I hope I have as much success with eggs as most of you have. If yall have any other recipe ideas please let me know. Im from New Orleans, so flavor is absolutely necessary. lol I am living in Mississippi now. Glad to meet you all! Sheri chichis30@yahoo.com

[mommaof4yoopers 3]

Sheri... soups! You can easily add Protein to them as well. You're doing great!

[wannalise 15]

Sheri that weight loss is AMAZING!!! Good for you.

[Debbie031010 0]

I lost 21 lbs in 2 1/2 weeks. I was concerned at such a rapid weight loss, but now I have not lost one lb. in 6 days! So now I am concerned in the other direction. LOL

Some people loss every week... I am like you, I have not lost any weight this week. I saw my Dr. On Monday and he said I can eat regular food but I am too scared so I am staying with soft foodlow carbs. It will start coming off again.

[4re4me 1]

I kind of feel like the odd ball. Everyone's posts always talk about how good and energetic they are feeling and I am just not there yet! I am happy for those of you who are enjoying your sleeves so much. I can't wait to be there with you. For now I need to just focus on staying hydrated and trying to not sink too deeply into a crummy attitude.

I'm with you. I feel great that I had the surgery and confident that the weight will come off I am absolutly exhausted. I find myself grabbing a bench for a few minutes if I am walking around the mall for a while or just up on my feet for an hour or two. I have NEVER dont that before. I don't dare hit the recliner after work or I will nod right out. Water intake is fine, Protein intake is 70+ on most days so not quite sure what the problem is. Maybe I'm just getting old but I am really wiped out at the end of the day. I had the misfortune of injuring my foot a few weeks after WLS which has severly limited cardio exercise. I think that is probably the issue. I am back to every other day on ellyptical and hope it whips me back into energetic shape.:sad0:

[Sheri 0]

I understand how you feel, I have always been a very active person, when I first had the sleeve I was dragging, and then I started having my coffee in the morning, and it has helped most days, but I definitely dont have the energy I used to. I do sometimes get dizzy, but I think thats from lack of food or certain foods. Your body isnt getting fueled like it used to. I have a problem getting enough Water, I used to drink water like crazy, but I have to sip, and when I have been working in the yard and dieing for water, sipping it sucks, and I tend to drink to much and it doesnt feel good. In order to get the energy when I have alot to do I cheat, I fill up on caffiene any way I can. I dont excersize like most have, I have 10 dogs and 2 horses, among other critters, and they keep me busy. Spring has help also. I love gardening and yard work. Thats how I get my excersize. I used to use my eliptical, but its out of order presently. We do have a excersize bike and I may start using that, because my legs are getting a bit fluffy. lol. Just remember, this is a whole new life for all of us, retraining our bodies with proper nutrition and I think the small amounts just might be the reason we feel a little week and exhausted. Our bodies are still big but the "gas tank" isnt. This is just an opinion, take notes on your days and talk to the Dr. about your concerns. Good Luck! Sheri:smile1:

[4re4me 1]

You know the thing I like most about this surgery? When you are at a food court in the mall and hungary go to the folks that are giving out samples on the toothpicks. One or two samples and you are good to go. Its like getting free lunch.

[mommaof4yoopers 3]

You know the thing I like most about this surgery? When you are at a food court in the mall and hungary go to the folks that are giving out samples on the toothpicks. One or two samples and you are good to go. Its like getting free lunch.

That is hysterical! I haven't thought about that!

[wannalise 15]

Yeah! Yesterday I let myself have my first really yummy food post op (and I thought I was going hog wild!) I went to my local fast food place and ordered their budget cheeseburger 59 cents, and ate about 3/4 of it and was super done, and honestly satisfied. It tasted yummy to eat something different. Then the bonus was when I entered it into my day it didn't ruin the world. Nothing too major!!! I am gonna learn how to live successfully by dang!

[Sheri 0]

Thats awesome! .....samples, never thought that far ahead. lol I was told by a friend of mine that had the bypass done, she gets the smallest burger without the top bun, the bread is too much for her. I think thats what I will do also, besides I dont like the top bun anyway. haha Tonight I baked a potato than I spooned out the insides ( I did it carefully, saving the shell to make my hubby a snack by filling it with bacon and cheese etc.) then I put the potato in a small pot added broth then cottage cheese and a dab of butter with some Tony's seasoning (gave it a lil kick) very good. Would enjoy any ideas to change things up a bit. Thanks!

[4re4me 1]

Any March Sleevers experience a stall yet. I have just lost 2 pounds over the last 3 weeks. My Dr told me it would happen but I sure aint liking it.

[txaggiemom 0]

Not me, but I think I am a slower loser compared to others and maybe that is why?:thumbup:

[Robbiehage 1]

I am currently in a stall, just trying to remember that the scale will eventually move again!

[wannalise 15]

I am right with you, the weight loss has slowed down for a bit, but just think a true stall is NO weight loss for a 14 day period. I need to throw some more exercise in the mix to shock the system a bit. Just look at those tickers! That is still a lot of weight lost in a 2 month time period. Go us!

[Robbiehage 1]

True Wannalise, I went to the movies on Sunday and I did not miss that extra 40 lbs in the seat one bit!! Made a huge difference!