I finally made the thread for those of us who are scheduled for May 15th. It'll be fun to hear how all of us are doing during our journeys. Feel free to share!

There are many of us on pre-ops now and some have a few days. Just about a week left!!! How awesome and exciting it is! ?

Dont forget to FOLLOW the thread!

I stepped on the scale this morning and it was 181. So I am still bouncing between 180 and 181. That is ok by me. I felt so healthy and had more energy than i ever had on this trip with the kids. We were up at 6:30 and going all day long outside in the sun until 11:00-11:30 in the evening. I logged 103,000 steps for the six days. I stuck to my plan pretty well with only 3 days where my carbs were between 50-70 instead of my usual 30-35. So overall I think I did good.?

3 hours ago, Apple1 said:

I stepped on the scale this morning and it was 181. So I am still bouncing between 180 and 181. That is ok by me. I felt so healthy and had more energy than i ever had on this trip with the kids. We were up at 6:30 and going all day long outside in the sun until 11:00-11:30 in the evening. I logged 103,000 steps for the six days. I stuck to my plan pretty well with only 3 days where my carbs were between 50-70 instead of my usual 30-35. So overall I think I did good.?

In due time. But until then...you should definitely read that book. I think you'll be quite surprised and amazed. Especially in regards to diabetes. I'm flabbergasted really on the science and studies that have been done. Why are these things not published or being screamed out to the world? ....money and the fact that so many listen to the media without fact checking. I was like that once. It's really sad. Sounds like a conspiracy right? Most likely it is. Im glad there are at least the few handful of doctors and scientists that are trying to get the words out. You should totally check out Blue Zones (Zones of people who are the most healthy and longer living on the planet). We could all benefit from why they are adapting their diet lifestyle.

10 minutes ago, Newme17 said:

In due time. But until then...you should definitely read that book. I think you'll be quite surprised and amazed. Especially in regards to diabetes. I'm flabbergasted really on the science and studies that have been done. Why are these things not published or being screamed out to the world? ....money and the fact that so many listen to the media without fact checking. I was like that once. It's really sad. Sounds like a conspiracy right? Most likely it is. Im glad there are at least the few handful of doctors and scientists that are trying to get the words out. You should totally check out Blue Zones (Zones of people who are the most healthy and longer living on the planet). We could all benefit from why they are adapting their diet lifestyle.

Loma Linda California is one. The medical school there is run by my church. I would say 75% of the members of my church are either vegetarian or vegan with about 25% eating clean meats. I have learned from many church sermons about the benefits of a plant based diet, but have not had the courage I guess or faith to do it.

I am going to read the book. I actually had a conversation with some friends last week while camping and they were talking to me about going vegan and how it had really helped them health wise.

I admit I am afraid of what will happen with my diabetes. I need to just research it for myself. Thank you for posting about the book. I'm gonna order it tonight. I think the Lord is leading through my friends and you.?

I was vegetarian for a little over a year until about 4 mos into my weight loss nutrition classes. I stated adding meat back into my diet because I felt like I did go heavy on the carbs and was worried that Is ruin my chances by not eating right. I should check out that book because my 14 year old must decided she is going to become a vegetarian. We've tried to stay away from peek and red meat anyway and I don't eat seafood. Thanks for sharing.

7 hours ago, Apple1 said:

Loma Linda California is one. The medical school there is run by my church. I would say 75% of the members of my church are either vegetarian or vegan with about 25% eating clean meats. I have learned from many church sermons about the benefits of a plant based diet, but have not had the courage I guess or faith to do it.

I am going to read the book. I actually had a conversation with some friends last week while camping and they were talking to me about going vegan and how it had really helped them health wise.

I admit I am afraid of what will happen with my diabetes. I need to just research it for myself. Thank you for posting about the book. I'm gonna order it tonight. I think the Lord is leading through my friends and you.?

I believe He is! You will be amazed about chapter ten...diabetes. I want to share so much but don't want to botch it up trying to or make it sound like I'm just picking something to put fear in anyone. That's why I have the Proteinaholic thread. If I could post all of that chapter I would. Lol.

i cannot wait till I hear it from you...the GASP!!!

6 hours ago, hmills653 said:

I was vegetarian for a little over a year until about 4 mos into my weight loss nutrition classes. I stated adding meat back into my diet because I felt like I did go heavy on the carbs and was worried that Is ruin my chances by not eating right. I should check out that book because my 14 year old must decided she is going to become a vegetarian. We've tried to stay away from peek and red meat anyway and I don't eat seafood. Thanks for sharing.

I am totally plant based now, for about 3-4 weeks consistently. I eat heavy on the complex carbs, grains, legumes, etc. I eat a good amount of veggies too. Haven't really gotten in to fruit, but I do incorporate it. It hasn't changed my weight loss, I'm still losing. My loss has taken the back seat in regards to my focus being solely on how healthy I will be/am on the inside. I could be a very healthy weight and be dying on the inside and I just cannot accept that. I even told my husband, if I stay at this weight, 212 now, and keep my plant based whole foods diet, I could be very happy knowing that I'm preventing disease and just darn healthy. But the bonus is the this point, I still lose weight. Kudos to your daughter for wanting to go vegetarian, it'll help her body in the long run and for starting so early.

Hey y'all. My husband forwarded a family pic to me today with the question "can you see the difference?" My jaw dropped. I was probably my heaviest here at 266. I almost can't believe that's me. I surely didn't feel that big, but I was. I'm so thankful I had wls and I changed my diet. Sorry I edited my darling, beautiful children out, but too many weirdos online these days. lol I may share in a pm though. My hubby is grown and can take care of himself. haha!? Now I couldn't find a current pic cause I haven't been taking any. So I guess I'll do one tomorrow perhaps.

7 hours ago, Newme17 said:

Hey y'all. My husband forwarded a family pic to me today with the question "can you see the difference?" My jaw dropped. I was probably my heaviest here at 266. I almost can't believe that's me. I surely didn't feel that big, but I was. I'm so thankful I had wls and I changed my diet.

You were beautiful then and you are beautiful now Your smile really lights up your face. You have a wonderful family.

I can see a big difference.

8 hours ago, Newme17 said:

I believe He is! You will be amazed about chapter ten...diabetes. I want to share so much but don't want to botch it up trying to or make it sound like I'm just picking something to put fear in anyone. That's why I have the Proteinaholic thread. If I could post all of that chapter I would. Lol.

i cannot wait till I hear it from you...the GASP!!!

I want to believe it, but if I am honest I have my fears and doubts based on the testing I did on myself.

I am going to keep an open mind though and really research this. I know a plant based diet is very healthy and I know there are many within my faith that have joined the centurion club. Here is a short clip

Oh hon, you and everyone here are all most welcome to be here in this thread. I want everyone, no matter their wls date, be comfortable to come and share and be encouraged here. [emoji4]

Thank you I appreciate it [emoji5]

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Hey y'all. My husband forwarded a family pic to me today with the question "can you see the difference?" My jaw dropped. I was probably my heaviest here at 266. I almost can't believe that's me. I surely didn't feel that big, but I was. I'm so thankful I had wls and I changed my diet. Sorry I edited my darling, beautiful children out, but too many weirdos online these days. lol I may share in a pm though. My hubby is grown and can take care of himself. haha![emoji4] Now I couldn't find a current pic cause I haven't been taking any. So I guess I'll do one tomorrow perhaps.

Yes I so swe tge difference. Like Apple1 said you look beautiful tge2n and you look beautiful now.

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Yes I do see the difference. Like Apple1 said you look beautiful then and you look beautiful now.

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2 hours ago, Apple1 said:

You were beautiful then and you are beautiful now Your smile really lights up your face. You have a wonderful family.

I can see a big difference.

Thank you both, @fatima635 and Apple1.

1 hour ago, Apple1 said:

I want to believe it, but if I am honest I have my fears and doubts based on the testing I did on myself.

I am going to keep an open mind though and really research this. I know a plant based diet is very healthy and I know there are many within my faith that have joined the centurion club. Here is a short clip

An open mind is good to have. It allows for growth and humbleness. I have always been that way, I'm open for change and always open for correction. I want to walk upright in my life with truth. I'm going to watch the video when I can, looks interesting. Thank you for sharing!

Thank you before this I think I was sick over a year ago! All those vitamins I take do help but this time it got me lol

So my visit to urgent care didn't do much and yesterday it was back to the doctor. I have a really bad respiratory infection that has developed into slight asthma as I have such bad tightness in my chest and yesterday was winded going up 3 yes 3 flights of stairs. All this sickness however has helped my stall and I'm 2 pounds from onederland! I have look at the bright side lol hopefully by next week I should be to normal!