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    Re: 4 months post op and 75lbs smaller

    Great job on the weight loss and being able to stop meds. That is a sign you are on the way to a healthier you. The hair thing is going to happen, you can't stop it but I swear the biotin helped a...
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    Re: Struggles.....

    I am two years out now and I struggled a bit when I stopped paying attention. My doctor had actually told me I was too lean and my body fat was too low. I struggled a bit to switch over from weight...
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    Re: Airport security

    I travel often. I take the single serve packets of protein shakes with me when I travel. I use the Chike brand for protein drinks. I usually keep them in my laptop bag along with protein bars and...
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    Re: Weight remaining flat

    I really wish doctors would talk to their patients about this. It messes everyone up. I know it did for me. I was worried I wasn't doing it right. but a quick search and you will see just about...
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    Re: Teeth turning black!

    I certainly had the horrible taste in my mouth for several months, but not the darkening of my teeth. I think the bad breath is really common while you are in the quick weight loss stage. You body...
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    Re: One Year out, 158 lbs down

    That is a great story and I couldn't agree with you more. So glad you found the quality of life you were looking for.
  7. Re: 5 months out and need ideas of what to eat..,

    Another good resource for food ideas is the blog site The World According to Eggface. She has some creative and tasty food ideas. I scroll through her site any time I need some new ideas. For me,...
  8. Re: Maybe somewhat tmi but need some advice from ladies!

    I know you asked Ann but I seem to recall several members here getting a big surprise when they got pregnant in the first year after surgery. I did a quick google search brought up several articles....
  9. Re: Maybe somewhat tmi but need some advice from ladies!

    We store estrogen in fat. When you lose the fat, the estrogen floods your system. It is not unusual to see changes and irregularity. The good news is that you are in for some fun sexy times... the...
  10. Re: My appetite seems to be returning. Is this normal?

    Yes, everything Ann says. I am coming up on my two year surgery date and I agree that after the swelling goes down you can get in a bit more. I still go for between 3 oz (red meat) or 4 oz (chicken...
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    Re: Umm Compliment ???

    well, now you know why her cats pee on her.
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    Re: Menopause and the sleeve

    Lots of big love to Ann2. Sometimes you just need to say it and she does. We all get what we give. If all you send out is negativity, that is all you get back. The weight doesn't just fall off,...
  13. Re: Down 110lbs and I've Lost My Relationship too

    I will be honest, I thought my weight loss was going to end my 18 year relationship too. I got to a point where I had to choose living in the boonies with him or moving to NC for my job. We are not...
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    Re: What I miss the most.......

    I do drink ice cold water but usually not in big gulps. I still sip sip sip. Also, I do drink ginger ale now, I just found one that has not sugar or artificial sweetners and it tastes great. I...
  15. Re: Saggy skin what should you do about it

    first off, can we just talk about what an amazing organ our skin is. It has always been there for us. I has covered us and kept us from harm. When we expanded, it expanded. Everyone should stop...
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    Re: 30 lbs gone forever

    Great job. Imagine it was only 40 days to get 30 pounds lighter. Keep up the good work.
  17. Re: Pregnancy and Morning sickness with GS

    I was so sick with my first one that they had to take me off work for awhile. It sucked. But it passed and the next one was much easier. I would say that since this is your first child, your body...
  18. Re: 6.5 months out, absolutely no desire to eat

    My doc wanted me off the shakes and onto real food as soon as possible. Always protein first, then veg maybe fruit and then carb. I do protein shake now and then but never for more than one meal a...
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    Re: New member

    welcome, there is lots of good stuff to read here. Lots to learn.
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    Re: 100lbs and,goal.....

    Congratulations. That is a major success right there.
  21. Re: 13 weeks out- weight loss, hair loss, and looking the SAME

    I did the biotin and I highly recommend it. It will not stop the hair loss but it does really help when you start growing new hair. My hair is thick and shiny now. I still take it and I am over a...
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    Re: 1 year post op and what a ride!

    You look great and that smile on your face says it all. Great job.
  23. Thread: Worry

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    Re: Worry

    I did a thing when I stood in front of the mirror everyday and looked at my body. I was trying to see the changes. I really wanted to improve my body image too so instead of looking for the things...
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    Re: about the gallbladder

    it is not uncommon to have gallbladder issues after large amounts of rapid weight loss, but it doesn't happen to everyone. I asked my Dr about it and he said that he only removed it during sleeve...
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    Re: Salad

    I couldn't have raw veggies for four months. And to be honest, fresh greens still give me issues. Most of the time I just eat chopped veggies and leave out the lettuce.
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