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Absolutely, and to the point my Dr. told me to slow it down. Then mentally I just crashed... but one thing I know for myself is that inside me is a true fighter. Am I worried? No, not really. I will get back to a means of NORMAL, but as I'm also quite cyclical as far as seasons it should be right around early Spring. Big hugs!!

BRAVO!! Thank you for posting this. It seems we both seen Dr. A around the same time. My Sleeversary is on 9/15 and I had mine in 2010 as well. ABSOLUTELY we MUST work on our heads. I posted something exactly like this in my status today. This should not be taken so lightly that we all think this is some magical cure. It is NOT!! We will ALL have to deal with our food demons at some point. I'd go as far to say only a handful of us will be lucky enough to not need to do this. Majority of us will. The hard truth is, most of us became obese because of our unhealthy relationship with food. Many of us will not realize this until at least 2+ years post op. The difference between me today and me one year ago is vast... and I was even STILL over 1 year post op then. I have gained weight too. I do definitely plan to start working on that, because even though some people are telling me that I look better now (as opposed to the various "anorexic" comments I was getting before) I don't FEEL better. I do want to get back to my smallest where I was able to fit my big bubble butt in some size Zero NYDJ. I was tiny, but I felt amazing. One thing however to keep in mind that myself and YOU are a true fighter. If we weren't, we would not have gone as far as to go to Mexico and have our stomach's cut out. It's so easy to say "Get back on track, you know what to do... etc..." because yes, we know what we are supposed to do. There is a might huge difference between KNOWING and DOING. Like I said, most won't know how this feels until they are far out enough TO KNOW. Big hugs, and if you'd like, contact me anytime. Together we are stronger.

Yes MFP can be very simplistic. Definitely have the "like" button, it's annoying to respond to every single post which a LIKE button would work fine. Other than that I really like MFP and is helpful.

Well I wish you the very very best for the next week, and do your best to stay sane. Trust me, that sounds a lot easier said than done.

This is very true. Even this far out, my taste likings haven't gone back to what it was before. So for me hasn't been temporary. Pre: Peanut/butter: Hated Post: Love it. Just one example.

Great news CONGRATS!! You're really doing a great service to your new life.

Wow!! You're really workin it lady! I'm so happy for you. I can tell you this, fitting into those smaller pants have always been my favorite during my weight loss phase. I can't wear my weight scale around my neck... at least not without looking ridiculous.

Co Signing everyone else here... YOU LOOK AWESOME! Doesn't it feel great?

Go Grammy!! You are doing FANTASTIC!!

I call mine hubby and he calls me wifey. Funny... I guess we all have our own terms of endearment. Nothin seems to bother me too much.

I hope everything has worked out thus far All the best with your surgery tomorrow. Walk, Rest, Sip and repeat.

Wow wonderful news congrats!! As a revision patient I'll say I definitely don't regret my sleeve one bit! All the best on your insurance approval. Remember, if they're taking to long to give you an answer - the squeaky wheel always gets the grease.

Hi Grammy, welcome to VST I'm so very sorry to hear about your worries and troubles. I really hope that we are all able to offer you some sense of direction. If not, then some healing prayers. Stay strong! It seems you have been through a lot and it makes sense you wouldn't feel up to praise for your sleeve. Please keep us updated on how you're doing! Xoxo

Fantastic CONGRATS! Welcome to Onederland!

Wow what excellent results thus far! Keep up the great work and continued healing.

Great news! Just be careful not to do too much while healing. May your continue on the path to weight loss and good health. Cheers!

Hi everyone, I have moved this thread to a different forum. The one it was in was getting a little "top heavy". No pun intended. It can now be found here: http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/forum/17-gastric-sleeve-surgery-vsg-buddiesmentors/

If it makes you throw up, then don't worry about it and don't eat it. You certainly can still be a success without it in your rotation. As it is your intake is going to be so minute, especially your fluids that eating things causing you to vomit it up is a poor choice. You'll just make yourself sick and dehydrated. Don't force yourself to eat something your body doesn't like just because it has Protein in it. IMO, it's not even that much protein considering there are far better tasting options with higher protein content. That said I do like Fage, but I'd never expect another persont to eat it if they don't like it. It truly is an acquired taste. I'm the only one in my immediate family who likes it.

If you don't like it, don't eat it. Prime real estate is our stomachs, I'm going to eat all the nutritious foods, but I have to like them too. I don't get to eat very much.

Hi, anyone here is welcome to add me: Stronger_Diva Also, a quick link is in my signature line.

Yes and here's what we discussed in my Nutrition class exactly last night: Body Weight Lost: 1-2%, Symptoms: Thirst, Fatigue, Weakness, Vague Discomfort, Loss of Appetite. 3-4 %; Impaired physical performance, dry mouth, reduction in urine, flushed skin, impatience, apathy. 5-6 %; Difficulty in concentration, headache, irritability, sleepiness, impaired temperature regulation, increased respiratory rate. 7-10 %; Dizziness, spastic muscles, loss of balance, delirium, exhaustion, collapse. This information comes from a slide show from our class last night and was taken from the book materials. *** If you are thirsty, you are already slightly dehydrated. Drink up!!! If you experience any of the symptoms from the 5-6 % range, seek medical attention. You will most likely need an IV. DON'T LET IT GET OUT OF HAND: Dehydration is very dangerous and can lead to death.

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