I am about 10 weeks out. I still drink one Premier Protein drink most days, 30 G protein. I usually eat one key lime Greek yogurt for breakfast-12g I keep the Breakstone 4-packs of cottage cheese...

I had the sleeve surgery to lose 60 lbs. My PCP stated that I was a good candidate for the surgery. I have high cholesterol, sleep apnea, and prediabetes. My body became resistant to losing weight. I...

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"I am a week back from surgery with Almanza, and I am telling you, if you still can, change to another surgeon now. He cut me open and didn't do a single thing. The...

I think your are on the right track in considering a band revision to sleeve. The band has a high rate of failure vs the sleeve which is highly effective. I am about ten days out from sleeve surgery...

Oh yeah, I forgot to mention that Jerusalem Hospital is not a hospital. It is a clinic located in a strip mall in TJ.

Gina, I see that you will be having surgery with DR. Ortiz this month. Personally, I would ask for his and/or Dr. Morales' recommendation when you are down there. Also, Janese, your coordinator with...

I was sleeved on 1/31 and feel your pain! Until yesterday, 8 days post op, it hurt me every time I swallowed any drink. I could feel the liquid get to the esophageal sphincter and gurgle and slowly...

It is recommended because your lips may dry out after two days in the hospital and nothing by mouth. You will be getting IV fluids, though. Honestly, I had chapstick with me and never used it.

I am at the Marriott 3 days post op sleeve with Dr Elias Ortiz. After all I have learned and experienced, I believe it is worth the extra $200 to go with Dr Ortiz. The care given by him, Dr Morales,...

I wore a belly wrap/band for weeks after my tummy tuck. It felt best with it on. I know what you're going through; tummy tucks are not for the meek! I did not do housework for at least 10 days....

So sorry to hear of your frustration. My first thought is how much protein are you taking in everyday. 60 g is minimum necessary. I have read that not getting enough affects weight loss. Stay...

I have a suggestion to decrease your carb intake on milk. Hood makes a Calorie Countdown 2 % milk that only has 70 calories and 3g carbs.

Hello Raven. I am new here too and am scheduled for surgery 1/31/14. I think that you are located a couple hours from me; South Pittsburg, TN.
This site and ***************** are great sources of...

Wow. Congratulations on your weight loss success!
I know exactly where Spring City is; I have a friend that lives there.
Where did you join the Tops group? Online or local to you?

I have the...

Where in East TN are you located? I am near Chattanooga and about to be sleeved in TJ on 1/31/14.

My doctor's recommendation is walking for the first eight weeks. After that, you may lift weights and participate in more strenuous exercise.

The idea is great! Though, I was unable to read the nutrition label because it is so small and will not magnify. Need to know calories, fat, and carb content before I will order.

I just scheduled through Janese at A Lighter Me for surgery with Dr. Elias Ortiz on January 31, 2104. I am traveling there alone. What date is your surgery?