I was fine after my surgery but I also developed an issue with milk based protein. It just did not sit well in my stomach. My nutritionist suggested that I go to GNC and they have a few options. I...

I lost 40 pounds before my surgery. I spent 2 months just doing what my fit bit told me to and cutting out soda(pop). Then I lost some on the 2 weeks prior protein diet. The rest has been since. Stay...

The whole reason that I even considered having WLS was that I knew that I had several health issues that I did not want to progress to a point that they were irreversible. I had been taking blood...

I am only a couple months post op, but I did notice a month ago a sense of jealousy or doubt in my wife's attitude. She saw the weigh coming off and that an attractive person was emerging that she...

Water is what the body uses to flush away everything as you are loosing weight. Without the water intake, dehydration becomes a big issue quick. I am struggling everyday with constantly sipping...

How long is this three week stall. How long does it usually last? I am ok knowing that it is coming but now that I have heard about it, I wonder about its duration.

Thanks for the input. I have tried heating pads and cold packs. the relief seems to be very temporary so far but it is getting a little better every day.
I was sent home with a Rx for Norco for...

Well I am one week out of surgery and have to say that some info was left out of the sales brochure but it has been mostly a blessing.
1) I wish someone had advised me to round up an old used up...

The thing with most addictions is that for most, addicts can just cut them out of their lives and avoid them all together and stay removed. A food addiction is different in that we all need to keep...

Thank you for the input. These were my big mental obstacles at this point as a few conversations raised the concerns, but you have helped to alleviate the fears. I am just starting the process so I...

I have been considering this surgery for a few years and am now taking steps toward going through. It seems that just about everyone is happy that they had the procedure done. I am curious about...