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Oh my word! Amazing! Love it!

Actually, My ticker says 38 pounds lost... Subtraction!

Does this sound like I am on track weight-wise? I've lost 30 pounds in 61 days and have had a week and a half stall. Thanks in advance for your thoughts.

Ok, so as of this morning, it is 34 pounds in 62 days.

Today I went to costco. One of the "demo products" was a new Protein shake powder that was the best I have ever had so far, by far! I recommend it highly. I came right home and whipped up a delicious chocolate shake that far surpassed any others I have ever had. (And I have tried many.) Please try it if you have the desire and motivation. I would be interested to know what others think. Here is the information from the Costco website: http://www.costco.com/Browse/ProductSet.aspx?Prodid=11758117&search=vitamin+shake+mix&Mo=1&cm_re=1_en-_-Top_Left_Nav-_-Top_search〈=en-US&Nr=P_CatalogName:BC&Sp=S&N=5000043&whse=BC&Dx=mode+matchallpartial&Ntk=Text_Search&Dr=P_CatalogName:BC&Ne=4000000&D=vitamin+shake+mix&Ntt=vitamin+shake+mix&No=0&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Nty=1&topnav=&s=1 Nature's Bounty® Optimal Solutions® Complete Vitamin Shake Mix is a new and exciting way to get the nutrients you need. Each serving provides important protein, Fiber, B Vitamins, antioxidants, electrolytes, prebiotics, Probiotics and more! Energy Metabolism† - Vitamin B1, B2, B6 and B12 along with Niacin and Folic Acid Immune Health† - Vitamin C & D Bone Health† - Calcium and Vitamin D Digestive Health† - Probioguard™ proprietary probiotic blend & digestive enzyme blend Cell Growth & Function† - Complete profile of Amino Acids hair, Skin and Nail Health† - Biotin Contains balanced electrolytes and Omega-3 Gluten Free Excellent Source of Fiber - 5 grams per serving Excellent Source of Protein - 15 grams per serving Optimal Solutions® Shake is composed of a proprietary blend of protein. Each serving contains 15 grams or protein and provides 100% daily value of all B Vitamins along with prebiotics, probiotics and enzymes, to support energy metabolism and digestive health.† The B Vitamin Biotin also supports the health of hair, skin and nails.† Optimal Solutions® Shake is an excellent source of fiber, at 5 grams per serving, and promotes intestinal and colon health.† One serving of Optimal Solutions® Shake also provides 800 IU of Vitamin D, twice the recommended daily value for Vitamin D, which supports immune and bone health.† †This statement has not been evaluated by the food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Directions: Mix two (2) scoops (33 grams) with 8 ounces of Water. To increase the protein content to more than 20 grams per serving and enjoy a creamy texture, mix with 8 ounces of skim milk. Shake can also be enjoyed by mixing with your favorite vegetarian milk alternative. Best served cold. Supplement Facts: Serving Size: 2 Scoops (33 grams) Servings Per Container: About 27 Amount Per Serving - % Daily Value:* Calories 120, Calories from Fat 20, Total Fat 2 g - 3%, Cholesterol 10 mg - 4%, Total Carbohydrate 13 g - 10%, Dietary Fiber 5 g - 20%, Sugars 5 g - **, Protein 15 g - 30%, Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid)60 mg - 100%, Vitamin D (as D2 Ergocalciferol) 800 IU - 200%, Thiamin (Vitamin B1)(as Thiamin Hydrochloride) 1.5 mg - 100%, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) 1.7 mg - 100%, Niacin (as Niacinamide) 20 mg - 100%, Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 2 mg - 100%, Folic Acid 400 mcg - 100%, Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 6 mcg - 100%, Biotin (as d-Biotin) 300 mcg - 100%, Pantothenic Acid (as d-Calcium Pantothenate) 10 mg - 100%, Calcium 193 mg - 19%, Iron 2 mg - 10% Magnesium (as Magnesium Oxide) 38 mg - 10%, Sodium 140 mg - 6%, Potassium 250 mg - 7%, ProbioGuard™ Probiotic Blend (which contains 1 billion active Lactobacillus acidophilus, B bifidum, L. bulgaricus at time of manufacture) 850 mg - **, Digestive Enzyme Blend (Bromelain (from Pineapple), Papain (from Papaya fruit)) 200 mg - **, Flaxseed (which typically contains Alpha-Linolenic Acid (Omega 3) 168 mg an Other Fatty Acids) 888 mg - **, Stevia Extract (Stevia rebaudiana)(leaf) 114 mg - **. *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. **Daily Value not established. Other Ingredients: Chocolate Flavor Proprietary Protein Blend (Pea Protein Isolate, whey Protein Concentrate, Rice Protein Concentrate), Cocoa (processed with alkali), Fructose, Inulin, Natural Flavors, Maltodextrin, Tricalcium Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Soy Lecithin. Other Ingredients: Vanilla Flavor Proprietary Protein Blend (Pea Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Rice Protein Concentrate), Fructose, Inulin, Natural Flavors, Maltodextrin, Tricalcium Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Soy Lecithin. Contains milk and soy ingredients. No Artificial Color or Flavor, No Preservatives, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish. Suitable for Vegetarians. Typical Amino Acid Profile (milligrams per 33 g serving***) Essential Amino Acids Histidine 329 mg, Isoleucine 671 mg, Leucine 1,264 mg, Lysine 1,031 mg, Methionine 209 mg, Phenylalanine 715 mg, Threonine 683 mg, Tryptophan**** 150 mg, Valine 757 mg. Nonessential Amino Acids Alanine 610 mg, Arginine 983 mg, Aspartic Acid 1,618 mg, Cysteine 188 mg, Glutamic Acid 2,450 mg, Glycine 5017 mg, Proline 953 mg, Serine 764 mg, Tyrosine 547 mg.

I've always been great at losing, and THEN gaining again and again...

Yes, (not to sound flip), but I have done it before. Those times that I did, it was just a matter of time until I started gaining it back... I guess that's kinda it: It feels like the old patterns. I am worried a bit because I want to make it to my goal (I guess slow is ok). My husband had the surgery on June 4th and has lost 76 pounds. Hard to be losing slowly and steadily beside him... 70 pounds to go...

Oh... And I have about 100 pounds total to lose.

Would you choose to do it again?

Has anyone gone back yet? Any interesting reactions?

I had an appointment with my nutritionist yesterday. I told her that I was planning on having a protein bar for breakfast every morning. She told me that instead she would have a Greek yogurt. To me, the protein bars are way less in carbs, and high in protein. Does anyone use protein bars? What's your thought about my nutritionist's advice?

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What does it feel like when you are full? I am now 6 weeks out and it seems to be an actual PAIN feeling? Is this correct?

Good luck!

Any news recently?

Thanks for posting. It was helpful.

Well, I called my surgeon's office. The nurse said that the office tries not to prescribe PPIs because they can cause stomach polyps.

I have heard people talk about using an acid-reducing medication. What are some generic and non-generic names for those acid-reducing medications? I am on something called famotidine. Is that a ppi?

Benign polyps?

Why wouldn't Pepsid be as effective as Prilosec?

(crickets) anyone? What concerns me is the fact that it works so well , and yet is supposed to be limited...

I'm just a bit concerned because so many people here talk about taking a ppi. According to the box, it should only be taken for 14 days every 4 months. Medical people, any thoughts?

So now I have been taking omeprazole. All of the over-the-counter versions of the drug say in the warnings to do a 14 day treatment no more than every 4 months. Anyone know why? Anyone take it on a regular basis more frequently than every 4 months? Thanks!

Would you do it again?