I am so excited that my insurance approved me and I'm set for June 11th. However I'm freaking out a little bit because now it's like HOLY CRAP it's REALLY HAPPENING!

Any other June Sleevers around? Any words of encouragement or advice?

xox

Denisse

First let's clear things up, you have always looked great, and the other thingy is temporary, you need to look for alternatives for awhile, tuna canned chicken etc... , I've read also from some of the veteran peeps in here that vegetarian is possible but a little hard at first since your vitamins and proteins will have to come from tablets and powder shakes, as the weeks go by your senses will vary and change,y nose can pick up on little things I never noticed before, as do my tastebuds, I find McDonalds disgusting in taste and smell, I've also acquired new skills like grilling and my latest passion Stir Frying, I made a Stir Fry Cashew Chicken last nite and it was awesome, I love my Wok, try new things, maybe go to deli meats and cheeses for awhile, I love Pastrami now, and also eat Cashews, I heard that for some peeps they acquire a strange taste for things like Spam, and even potted meats, stay strong and hang in there, I had my moment on the 4th of July where I was strongly craving of all things a Dos XX dressed up, I wasn't even craving the meats or sausages, might also wanna try some egg drop soup or hot and sour soup, don't give up you've come a long way, I went to my PCP last Thursday and she said I was at 322lbs, I didn't even think I would get close to 299 til December so I'm excited, I began my journey even before my fist appointment in April, I was at 388 in December, and in April at 362.2lbs so I'm -64lbs already and today I fit into a size 52 shorts that 8 waist sizes, I'm also at the gym in Beast mode and people are seeing definition, I think I'm addicted to this crap......lol see if this floats your bubble ⬇️

Got sleeved on june 19th....so excited for my journey.

Looks yummy!

I was sleeved June 17th, so I'm at 6 weeks post op. I've "only" lost about 17 pounds since the surgery. I've been following my diet, exercising quite a bit (walk/jog/hike 1.5-3 miles 5 days per week). Im getting in liquids and my Vitamins. I'm supposed to aim for 1200 calories daily, but I'm only getting up to 500-600 on average per day. That's the only thing I could imagine factoring in to not losing as much as others seem to be.

I admit that I'm a little frustrated and wondering if anyone else is in my shoes or if any one has thoughts about this.

Thank you in advance.

I got my June 23 and have only lost 16. For 2 weeks I didn't lose anything. I weigh 196

I'm happy with the loss! I don't want to loose too fast , flabby skin!

I'm doing everything right too! Everyone is different and you have to consider your metabolism and your starting weight. I have lost a ton of inches! I was in a size 14/16 and now size 10/11

@anewbeginning15. What was your starting weight?

On average I consume anywhere between 500-800 cals/day. And I'm STUFFED!! I find that drinking a lot of water is part of the weightloss key for me. I try to keep carbs < 40 & protein around 60-70. I am loving my sleeve!

Drinking water is hard for me

@anewbeginning15. What was your starting weight?

I was 269 on the day of surgery.

A couple years ago I was up to 325.

I'm doing everything right too! Everyone is different and you have to consider your metabolism and your starting weight. I have lost a ton of inches! I was in a size 14/16 and now size 10/11

Thank you! Comparison is the thief of joy, but it's hard not to.

Mp1409 size 10/11 is great!! LOSER!! "L"! CONGRATULATIONS!

I've lost 37 lbs, tight in a size 16 yet. Started at 254 DOS, June 18.

Edited July 31, 201511 yr by peteyrulz

I was sleeved June 12. I'm down 51 lbs. I feel absolutely amazing! I can't wait to do measurements in 2 weeks!

My pic from this afternoon. Sorry it is sideways. It won't upload upright.

Drinking water is hard for me

I also had a hard time drinking water. Now, 6 weeks in, it is getting better. Even drinking milk or protein shakes went down smoother than water.

Drinking water is hard for me

I also had a hard time drinking water. Now, 6 weeks in, it is getting better. Even drinking milk or protein shakes went down smoother than water.

I can hardly drink water. My nut said to try cold tea, and I've gotten more than 50 oz the past two days.