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About LeanMeanFightinMachine
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- Birthday 04/27/1972
About Me
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Biography
I use myfitnesspal user name ScarletGinger. ;)
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Gender
Female
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Interests
Books, Art & Anything Creative
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Occupation
Social Worker
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City
In the Sticks
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State
MN
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LeanMeanFightinMachine reacted to a post in a topic: Welcome Gastric Bypass Veterans!
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BeagleLover reacted to a post in a topic: My 600lb life
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How many ring sizez did you loose?
LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to Wallflower7522's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Almost lost my wedding ring after two and a half months post op. Still have to get it sized... Waiting until goal. Not going to complain about that. -
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December post ops
LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to Greenize42's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I'm three months out and meat just ain't my thing at present. I can eat shrimp, fish, hummus, and ground meat so I think that's plenty good. I'm keeping balance with veggies, protein shakes, nuts, seeds, yogurt, fruit, water. I've never eaten this healthy in my life!! So little alcohol I could join the convent. Maybe one cup of coffee a day with lots of nondairy creamer...It's crazy! I did have an endoscopy procedure about a month or so ago and that helped greatly. I have trouble with water and exercise which are now my goals. I had my three month check up today with bloodwork so I hope my schedules have been working. We will see in a week with the results. I'm on my fitness pal and have a nice group of people supporting each other that helps! Best to everyone! -
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LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to KevinsBabyGirl85's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
HW: 206-210 CW: 160 -
Do i have a stricture?
LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to chelseabell91's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I had my surgery 12/31/13 and last month had tightness and inability to keep most solids down comfortably. I went in for the procedure, actually it was quite easy, and I feel much better. Recommend it! -
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LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to KevinsBabyGirl85's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hw 206 Sw 198 Cw 160 Surgery date 12/31/13 -
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LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to AutumnPunkin's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I had my surgery 12/30/13 and for a month was having significant trouble keeping food down and getting it in. It turns out my stomach opening was too tight, went to doc and had a dilation. I am doing much better as long as I eat slowly. May be worth a check with your doctor? -
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LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to sbstylun's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Wow, that's not cool! I'm requesting you no judging here. -
I am fascinated by all these shows about addiction. The addict does everything that they always do, scream, fight, manipulate, deny, bargain, abuse, lie, cheat.. Etc. whatever they have to do to get the next fix. It's sad and frustrating to watch someone kill themselves. It's sad to watch the enablers continue to help them do it knowingly or otherwise. I love watching the shows because when someone is in that place and comes through it to the other side, it's truly a beautiful thing.
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buddy in the Fargo moorhead area in the Midwest
LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to paigelarson89's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I'm looking for a mentor myself. Had my RNY in December and think I'm doing well now. I am struggling with fatigue and trying to find motivation to move it! I live in rural Minnesota. -
Looking for a Buddy. I don't care where you live.
LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to Kristin Davina's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I bought a few cases of Premier Protein shakes in chocolate flavor. They taste good, best really cold and have 30g protein in each 11oz carton. I also bought a container of unflavored Unjury protein powder to throw into recipes for added protein. I tried experimenting with the unjury powder and like hot chocolate sugar free, ice,Greek yogurt, half a banana, and almond milk. Yum! -
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Looking for a Buddy. I don't care where you live.
LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to Kristin Davina's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Plenty of buddies for you here! I had my surgery 12/30/13 (RNY) I did catch the flu in the hospital and bronchitis when I was recovering at home, but I'm feeling good and am down 30 lbs! There are many people who are considerate and helpful on here and threads chocked full of info for you to browse. You're gonna feel great!! -
Eating easier now after post surgical dilation. Shooting for 800 calories a day.
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LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to KevinsBabyGirl85's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
HW: 206 SW: 198 CW: 180 RNY: 12/30/13 -
Dr. Daniel Smith's /Minnesota People -COME ON DOWN!
LeanMeanFightinMachine posted a topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
I had my procedure 12/30/13 at Essentia St Joseph's Hospital Park Rapids, Minnesota. Thought after meeting such awesome, supportive people there I'd start a thread. I attended a nutritional meeting this past Wednesday and connected with many people from newbies to veterans all doing well. I'm still off work, had an endoscopy today to dilate my stoma. I feel a bit better. Back to step 2... I can do it. -
December post ops
LeanMeanFightinMachine replied to Greenize42's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Endoscopy tomorrow to dilate. Too tight, not getting enough calories in... I thought immediately- and this is a problem?! But, yes I realize why it's important just couldn't help feeling apprehensive of doc making it easier for me to eat.