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    Re: Almost two weeks post op!

    So funny that today I got a welcome to the forum email... A year and a half after joining! I think there may be a flaw in the system...
  2. Thread: Woot! Woot!

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    Re: Woot! Woot!

    I had about a month before my surgery. It seemed every other day I was having 'last meals'... I didn't gain or lose anything before my surgery. I would just say maybe keep it calm the day or two...
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    Re: Woot! Woot!

    You want to have low sugar. You're gonna be on a low sugar, low carb, low fat high protein diet. Think South Beach or Atkins, but eating SOOO much less. (And it actually works, because you have...
  4. Thread: Woot! Woot!

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    Re: Woot! Woot!

    Pure Protein (GNC, Vitamin Shoppe and some grocery stores) was the only one I could stomach at the time. Powder mixes made me gag. Since then, I use EAS AdvantEdge Carb Control (they have them at...
  5. Thread: Woot! Woot!

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    Re: Woot! Woot!

    Yay! Congrats! And most likely that is the case, that you don't have a fatty liver. I recommend start clearing out your kitchen and start finding what protein shakes work for you. I recommend the...
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    Re: Advice on some Debbie Downers please!

    Trust me, I completely understand. If you are going to a surgical center near you, see if your doctor can maybe suggest someone in the support group that is close to your age or weight. This wasn't...
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    Re: Advice on some Debbie Downers please!

    I went through this with half of my friends. "You look fine." "Why don't you just exercise if you're not happy?" Many didn't want me to do it. Something that you have to realize, there are people out...
  8. Re: It's 4:30am the morning after surgery and I have a few questions!

    Don't be scared! You need to get your fluids! To be honest, I am still crap at it, just because I am not a drink all day person. But remember, your stomach is a wound, and will take some time to...
  9. Re: seven months out, feeling anxious that weight loss will stop!

    I am in your boat. I'm also around the 7 month mark. I have been hovering around the same weight for a couple weeks now, and I'm mildly terrified. But, I have been averaging about 10 pounds a...
  10. Thread: Wondering

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    Re: Wondering

    I might avoid the jostling rides. Remember, you did have a major surgery. I can remember the rides with the bars when they stop... right into your stomach. I would probably wait until your lifting...
  11. Re: When does your hair loss stop? After it has all fell out?

    Even when you are doing everything right, it can still happen. You stress your body and deprive it from all the calories that you used to ingest... Your body sends what you do eat to the 'important'...
  12. Re: When does your hair loss stop? After it has all fell out?

    I am just about six months out, and mine started about a month ago. First, it was just me. Then my mom said, wow, you are losing it. I just decided to get a pixie cut and go darker with some high...
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    Re: home made smoothies

    I usually let it sit about five minutes. Then it turns into a foam at the top... And the air in this is quite a bit different from the carbonation in a soda. Hope this helps!
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    Re: just got sleeved and very confused

    I fully recommend getting yourself a magic bullet for this phase. I ate a crazy amount of tuna during this time. I ran it in my bullet with some fat free miracle whip. Yum. I wasn't keen on eating...
  15. Re: Just wondering where if I was moving along at a good pace

    You're doing great! I'm actually in a similar boat. I had my surgery on July 12th and have lost about 83 lbs. I sometimes feel like I fight for every pound right now... But hey, we are already...
  16. Thread: Hello!

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    Re: Hello!

    I had the most difficult time with the Unjury powder... The Vitamin Shoppe and GNC sell canned protein shakes called Pure Protein. Low sugar and carbs and for me, a better texture. Something to try...
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    Re: Hello Everyone..Newbie here!!

    Just enjoy the journey you are about to begin! And really use this site. I think without it, this would have been a bit more difficult to face alone (meaning people who know exactly what you are...
  18. Thread: Hello!

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    Re: Hello!

    Welcome! I started out bigger than what you are now (and shorter, lol). I think what has helped me the most has been sticking to my doctor and dietitian's recommendations. I am anal retentive about...
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    Re: Food dreams....

    When I got home from surgery, I had one where I just kept eating and eating... And I was wondering why no one was stopping me! I woke up convinced I had stretched out my stomach, lol. I think when...
  20. Re: Surgery scheduled for 12/13 and I have a question...

    I personally couldn't sleep more than three hours at a time. I am a side sleeper and found I couldn't lay on my side for about 2 weeks. I was a bit of a mess. The hardest part for me was something...
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    Re: New member-soon to be sleeved

    Congrats! And welcome to the first step of your new life! Take advantage of the site, it can be more of a help than you'll ever realize!
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    Re: a "stitch" in your side?

    The first part- that feeling is more due to the fact that you just had a bunch of your organs moved around, and one ripped out. That feeling soon goes away. I had it myself, on my left side. The...
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    Re: Cant Deal Wit It Anymore

    Honey, I hate to break it to you, but losing the weight isn't a magic fix all for your emotions. I'm not trying to be harsh, but it is a reality. You need to build up some self-esteem. I'm sure you...
  24. Thread: Hello

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    Re: Hello

    Don't back out! Think of it as working your way through to a better life. It truly gets better. I have to say it has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. Already it is easier to walk....
  25. Re: Okay...How Do I Fake Eat At An Event This Friday?

    Congrats! You must be soooo nervous... I wouldn't be able to EAT if I were that nervous... (wink, wink)
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