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GOOD MORNING EVERYONE! just a little message to throw out there because im excited!!! as of this morning I am down 216 pounds from 465 to 249 in almost a year AMAZES ME! I hit a stall for a month and stayed at 277... I really thought my weight loss ended lol but I changed things around and I started to lose again! the stall sucked!! it made me feel awful for some reason..then my co workers reminded me how far I've come already. this surgery wasn't an easy way out, it still takes a lot of work mentally and physically to get to where we want to be! so for those of u who are at a stall just remember its temporary and don't beat yourself up. I've got 50 more pounds to lose to reach my goal of being under 200lbs. (I never ever thought I could say that) and 69 pounds to get to my drs goal of 180. im almost there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

At 3 months out I was drinking regular coffee with no issues. Everyone's stomach is going to be a little different. I haven't heard of anything worse than some irritation.

I've had flu issues before and also thought that my band has slipped. After twice getting an abdominal scan, dr. said that with the vomiting and stomach issues, the tissue becomes swollen and it will become hard to eat. Stick to soft foods, liquids for a couple of days. But always check with your md. Good Luck!

I no longer have it i actually walked out the hospital without it and then I have been checked since and everything is normal thus far

Update, After three months. I've lost 68 pounds. Sent from my LGMS550 using BariatricPal mobile app

I have surgery on Monday 4/24. Good luck!!!

So sorry to hear of this news, just keep your head up it will happen in do time

The body needs carbs to regain weight (insulin is a building hormone). White sugar actually gets adrenaline going, which is counter productive since adrenaline is a weight loss hormone. (Ever see a skinny sugar junkie? I have!) So, concentrate on complex carbs, healthy fats, proteins, and vitamins so the body has everything it needs to start building again. Exercise should be moderate cardio (30 minutes, 3 times a week) OR walking 3-5 miles per day. AND weight lifting 2-3 times a week. I have no way of knowing how many carbs y'all should aim for, as it just depends on your own metabolisms. A good general starting point is 150g/day. If that seems high.. well it has to be to get you gaining. If it seems low, then add 50g a day to what you are currently consuming. Increase the carbs by 50g/day each week until you stop losing weight.

I am scheduled for May 29th. I cannot wait to get down there and get this going!!! I am so excited! LOL

Good luck Aggiemae, Sorry to hear about your facial paralysis. Glad it is getting better! Yes, steroids can be bad weight wise .... Earlier post op it was tough for me to drink lot of Water or fluids. I was able to guzzle a lot in one go, after 4 months post op. Still can now. I still add bit of juice or lemonade to my water, makes it easier to get it down. Sent from my SM-N910G using the BariatricPal App