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Here's another good one: Giving up on a goal because of a setback is like slashing your other 3 tires because you got a flat.

@snakrysheltie Instead of stressing, call your insurance company. Mine was great about answering questions during the process. I was approved 2 days after the materials were sent - in fact - I got notice of my approval from my insurance company before my surgeon's office. What matters is what your carrier does and not what anyone else's has done - and what they do on your policy. You could talk to others who have the same insurance co but have a different policy and the process could be completely different. Good luck!

I spoke with my doctor about this same topic tgis week. She told me to play switch a roo when people asked about my weight loss....when someone asked...I could respond my saying yes I have been watching what I eat and exercising and then very quickly comment or ask them a question about them. I must admit I will have to practice that!!

Some people refer to that as "net carbs." I like Quest bars. 20g of protein, 180 calories, low sugar. Taste pretty good, especially the ones with chocolate in them. I worry more about sugar than carbs in general, and the point about deducting fiber is fair if somewhat new and unproven.

I'm the exact same way with muscle loss. I used to lift off and on, and I've never been this weak. The number 1 thing to deal with the soreness is to keep working out. Once you get used to it, the DOMS will only be bad when you increase intensity. My first week back, I hurt all over. After that, only bothers after a major workout, and it's never as bad as it was at first.

You wear very heavy clothes to that weigh in! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

NSAIDS offer too much risk in getting an ulcer post-op so its best to avoid them if you can. Tylenol is the go to for pain meds or the knock off brand for Tylenol. Also if you can steam like in a sauna or soak in a whirlpool post weightlifting I have found that to help with soreness after lifting heaving on weight lifting days. Try not to over do it, and remember Rome wasn't built in a day. So take your time slow and steady and you will get there.

April 12th I see the big day! I'm terrified and happy at the same time.

It can all be very confusing!! Are you still trying to lose weight or are you at maintenance? I think that will make a huge difference. You are right that it's hard to find options that are both low in carbs and fats. Sometimes we have to create our own recipes. I saw one recently that looks really good, that might help you with your taco craving. I saw where someone took cheddar cheese and spread it out on parchment paper. They put it in the microwave and melted it. Then they laid the melted cheese on the paper, over an upside down bowl. The cheese hardened and formed like a bowl. After it hardens, fill the "cheese bowl" with all the ingredients used for a taco. I'll see if I can find the recipe and attach it. If you haven't already joined, go on Facebook and join Rock's Kitchen. The administrator had WLS and wonderful recipe ideas are posted every day.