Hi All,

I've been a regular reader of this forum since I was sleeved and have learned so much from you all. Thank you for sharing your journeys with everyone--it really helps when you're in the...

I add unflavored protein powder (Unjury) to sugar free pudding--1 scoop for every cup of liquid you add--so you get a bonus protein bump with your "treat"...plus you stay satisfied much longer.

I'd listen to Ann. If you're on a mission to be "right" you might create more of an issue long-term. Meet the surgeon. S/he is much more important and essential to your success.

That's not to say...

Hi Jill,

I just had my surgery 3/13 and the first week was a little disorienting but it was really just getting used to a new routine to make sure I got in all my water, protein, and supplements....

My dietician gave us a recipe to make our jello and pudding high protein.

For jello (4 serving pkg):
Follow pkg instructions for dissolving sugar free jello in boiling water
Cool for 3-5 min...

PPI means proton-pump inhibitor ... which refers to the way the drugs act. They reduce your production of stomach acid which helps you avoid acid reflux and other complications.

My surgeon has us...

If your PCP is on board I wouldn't worry too much about qualifying Mcagma. My BMI was under what was needed and I didn't technically have the comorbidities that insurance listed as necessary. I...

I had my consult on 12/22 and my surgery was 3/13. I have BCBS insurance. The hardest part was scheduling all the pre-op testing so that I was done a month before surgery (Surgeon's policy.)

That is an excellent problem to have!

I am 3 days post op and am so happy that it went so smoothly. My incisions are a little tender but other than that I feel just fine.

I was doing laps in the hospital and met another patient. She...

Having had both knees replaced i can tell you it's the best thing I've ever done--just had VSL today so might be bumped to #2! I'd been in an accident and spent 10 years trying to "walk it off." The...

Tommy 1969 I just love your avatar... makes me smile everytime I see it!

Hi Jennifer,

I'm in the same boat. Single, live alone, and work from home. My immediate family lives 800 miles away. When I was filling out my living will/advanced directive it really hit me that...

Ann do you use a therapist that specializes in bariatric issues? Not sure they exist but am going to start looking for someone now before I have the surgery. Thanks, Amanda

They were probably too distracted by your resemblance to Marilyn Monroe to question your figure Ann.

Yay! I got my insurance approval today! Have been cleaning out the kitchen of foods I won't be eating and taking all your suggestions re best practices. Thanks for all the advice on whether to...

Hi everyone,

Thanks for all your threads. I've learned a lot by reading all your posts.

I'm not sure whether or not to disclose what I'm doing. Right now only my husband knows.

I've gone...

That is such great news! I am having surgery in March and am pretty anxious about it even though I know rationally it's the right decision. Hearing of your progress really helps...so happy for you!

Hi everybody, I've done all my pre op testing and now the procedure is just a few weeks away. Would love to learn tips that you feel have helped to with the transition.

Any tips about what worked...