Here's my story!

I've struggled with my weight my entire life. Blah, blah, blah! This is, I'm sure, the same story for most of us. I've tried all diets and have had a lot of success only to see the weight gradually come back the minute I stopped exercising and "dieting". I haven't stepped on a scale for over 7 years nor did I go to the doctor's office in this time frame. Quite frankly, I didn't want to hear the number, my weight. In the spring I started doing research on weight loss surgery and decided to move forward and attend a seminar. I was so impressed! Even though this was not covered by my insurance and I paid out of pocket, I moved forward with RNY. I didn't really "diet" prior to surgery but I didn't go on a eating binge either. I only had to do a 3 day surgery prep and had my surgery on July 14, 2014. This is my "before" and "during" pics. The last 3 months have truly been life changing. I've learned so much from this site and others. I look at food so much differently now. I don't consider myself as being on a "diet". Instead, I just choose to eat really healthy foods. I've stuck to a really low carb/high Protein diet. Pretty much the same for all of us. I really enjoy reading all of your stories and get something out of all of them. As of today, just about 3 1/2 months post op, I am down about 85 lbs! Here's to the next 3 months!!!

Great job. Thanks for sharing.

Congratulations!!

Oh My Goodness! The weight loss is amazing. You just sparkle!

You go girl!!!! I'm inspired by your enthusiasm.

Thanks everyone! Every story I read is so inspiring to me as well.

Day 2 of my 2 week prep diet. I've had my 60+ gms of Protein and at least a half gallon of liquids. I've got a little headache but other than that I'm doing ok. I've heard that days 3 and 4 are the worst, then after that it gets easier. How did the pre diet effect you?

@@Dabliss111114

My doctor only required a 3 day prep but I did 4 just so I could get used to drinking Protein shakes. When I decided to move forward with the surgery in April I quit drinking all soda/ carbonated beverages/ caffeine , etc. I started getting all of my Water in everyday about 3 months prior to my surgery. Could the headaches be caffeine related? How are the Protein Shakes going for you? If you are a member of costco they have a really good Protein shake (premade in I think 10 oz. servings) It is Premier Protein. This is what got me through the pre-surgery prep and the weeks after surgery, I although for the first week I thought it would take an entire week to finish a 10oz shake! They taste great! When is your surgery? So happy for you that the prep is going pretty good for you! Best of luck with everything. Although I am pretty much a newbie myself and far from an expert, please let me know if I can answer any questions for you. Some of these post/topics really helped me immediately after surgery.

You look fabulous, keep up the great work! Cant wait to see your 6 months postop pics

Wow! You look great!

@@karebearr100

@@SummerWheelerchic

Thank You!

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Your beautiful now! I can't wait to see what you look like at goal )

@@bellabloom

Awe, thank you so much! It's been a good 3 months! Here's to the next 3!!!