I've lost over 200 pounds and have 17 to go to make my original goal, which I think I would revise and lower. The surgery was a huge success for me. I went to Juarez and had excellent medial care...

Wow three years later, you are still at your goal weight? That's so inspiring. I'm happy but still live in fear of the weight.

What is the pouch test?

one year = 190 lbs gone.
No complications. (Not one!)
There is nothing I would reccomend more highly than this operation for people who struggle with their weight.
I have my life back.
;);););)
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I never had buyer's remorse, but I sure was dissapointed that (in Juarez) they don't give you any narcotics. I would have liked to not have had as much pain. They sent us home with the same ...

Congratulations! You look amazing!

It will get easier! I don't think of my sleeve often. I also don't have situations where I eat too much. After two months, I knew what would be too much and I never want to feel like that! If I am...

Love the balloon idea.

Thank you for that. I try and live on chicken breast, trukey breast, etc. but every now and then crave something a little more. I might try part of one of these meals.I think it would be good to have...

I would consider surgery but I have no insurance. I think that's the only way to get rid of them. My son (5) tells me "that's not a cool way how you walk down the stairs". I know! I know! Nothing...

I have lost 100 lbs and while my problems with plantars fascinitis come and go, for the past month I have been in agony. I have to walk like an idiot when I get up. (Like Lurch). I have to go down...

Inspiring! I have lost almost the same amount as you and when I see people I haven't seen in a while, I wonder if they can notice. I04 lbs is a lot. I am not saying I need people to notice (because I...

The area near my incision feels that way, but nothing on the back side! Yes, check with your Dr. Congrats on your surgery!

Sounds like a nice break from straight up beef, chicken and turkey; which is all I eat. I wish my kids (4 & 5) weren't so picky- I'd be all over healthy recipes like this. Thanks for sharing.

I am tired of big breasts. I either want to get small athletic ones (and finally be able to golf) or some new high, plastic ones. I've been tethered to expensive minimizers and bras since I was a D...

This happened to me and it happens to everyone. So much so, that I think many people roll their eyes at these posts now. In the beginning, it's hard to be doing everything right and see no weight...

Congrats to you. It sounds like things are going well for you. I loved the spirometer. I left feeling my lungs were in such a great shape. Your post is a reminder to use it!

I have had a day like that too. Of course I prefer the low hunger days where a pslice of turkey and a piece of cheese fills and sates me.

Of course, but building up your pectorals as you are losing weight will definitely help with the shape of your breasts, especially if you are young(ish).

Well it will help! And yes, for myself I want to get a breast reduction!

You have to do exercises and build your pectoral muscles. These are easy to do, you can do them anywhere, with weights or solo. Pushups against a door frame. Just get going!!!

Nice! I think that would have helped me on my drive home... every pot hole--- ugh!!

Thank you! I will look in to this ASAP!

Hi, I was wondering if anyone has used any sort of band device around their midsection? I have an area above my waist that just feels floppy and flabby. I know to do sit ups and toning exercises....

You look so beautiful!!! Congrats on your success!!!