It was 2 years today I had my gastric sleeve! 135 pounds gone....it's the best thing i could have ever done for myself.

Welcome Rhonda!! Keep us posted on your journey! This is the best thing I could have ever done!
Sherri

CONGRATULATIONS!!! You sound like you are doing well. Water was really hard for me to get in. I am just now (a year out from surgery) able to get as much in as i really need. The food thing gets...

Too bad you have given up so quickly. I have given and received wonderful support and advice from this forum. Everyone doesnt check the website daily. Now that I am over a year out from surgery I...

I had quite a bit of hair loss too. As soon as I could, I started taking over the counter prenatal vitamins. They are higher in biotin and iron (i was anemic so i needed the iron) My hair loss...

Thanks. I really dont have trouble getting my protein in, but I am a year out. It was hard at first, but it is much easier now.

Hey yall! I have been experimenting with protein shakes and decided to share a few of my recipes. Let me know what you think!
Peanut Butter Cup
Ingredients
8 oz. low-fat milk (I use almond milk)...

I hit a stall around my 4 month anniversary. I went back to the liquid diet for 2 days and changed my workout, that kicked me back into shape! Now I am at a stall again so I am changing my workout...

I'm in New Orleans! Keep us posted on how everything goes!

I never thought I would be that girl that found peace and joy in going to the gym...BUT I am that girl! As I reflect on the past year, I can't believe that I had surgery, lost 100 pounds and I am...

Hi everyone!
Has anyone ever ordered from "bariatric choice"? I received their catalog from my nutritionist and I noticed that many of their items are high in protein AND high in sugar and carbs....

Oooo Pizza was one of my favorite foods pre surgery. I am 8 months out and I can only eat 2 bites (small bites) of a slice now, and I am full. That is one thing I miss. I am going to try lynnden's...

I have been there. Step back and really pay attention to why you are eating. Are you bored, depressed, eating out of habit? I tend to eat for those reasons. I try to find another activity to do if i...

Honey! It is so good! My boyfriend (who doesnt know I was sleeved) is happy happy happy! I am happy happy happy! If you are a recent "sleever" trust me when I tell you, it gets better and better!!!
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I had more acne than I ever had in my teens after my surgery! Now that I am almost 8 months out it has cleared up. I just used over the counter creams and cleansers. Hang in there! It gets better!
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Of course you are welcome here! I attend a support group with various wls patients and we share tips, information, and support.
We will still love you girl!
Best of luck with your bypass!

Sherri

CONGRATULATIONS! This is only the beginning!

I had an emotional moment over the weekend. For the first time in over 20 years I was able to walk into a store that didn't specialize in plus sizes and I bought a dress off the rack!! I tried the...

Congratulations!!!

this is the message I keep receiving: <p>Database Error</p>
I don't think my files were too large. I will try again.
Thanks,
Sherri

Anyone having trouble uploading pics to an Album? I keep getting a <database error> message!!
Sherri

I am so glad things are gong well for you! I am a few weeks behind you. I can't tolerate meat well either. I agree that this is the best decision I could have made for my overall health. Shopping is...

Welcome to the losers bench! I am in Louisiana as well. This is hands down the best thing I could have done for my health. Good Luck to you!
Sherri

I am a little over 3 months out and the Nectar is by far my favorite. I don't do chocolate, but I love the vanilla torte in the blender with fruit and a little almond milk. I also love the ice tea...

It will all work out in the end. When it is time for you to have the surgery you will. The money will come. Trust in a higher power and stay committed to your health and well being regardless of what...