LilMissDiva Irene
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When You Need Motivation Or Have Qs I'm Happy To Help :)
LilMissDiva Irene replied to LilMissDiva Irene's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Always Climbing Higher In the Event of Victories and Excellence (ACHIEVE) -
MY 5 YEAR PLAN begins with taking courses in my local College. I am studying for a Bachelor in Nutrition Science with a Minor in Fitness Instruction. I also plan to take other courses that will assist me in teaching others to use my knowledge and apply it to their own lives. I want to give back to my weight loss community!! I will work specifically with Super Obese and Bariatric Patients.
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2 Years Post Op-Before And After
LilMissDiva Irene replied to sleeve 4 me's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Um... where's the "Love This" button??? Beautiful inside and out. That is you!! Thank you for always being such a light force of positivity around here. God HAS blessed you my friend, and may He continue! With Admiration and Respect, Irene -
The Basics Boot Camp
LilMissDiva Irene replied to LilMissDiva Irene's topic in Post-op Diets and Questions
BTW I also use Land O Lakes prepared with Olive Oil too. It has a lovely flavor. I never use synthetic butter. Ever. I don't avoid fats as much. I choose to just eat healthy with moderate "good" carbs. White carbs is what I avoid mostly. -
One Day Post Op, Doing Pretty Well!
LilMissDiva Irene replied to Laceyloveland's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Great news! Your journey is here Rest well and take good care of yourself. Keep getting up and walking and doing your best to sip those liquids. -
Bad Breath Help
LilMissDiva Irene replied to gnvpur's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
If this is something you've only experienced recently, most likely it is due from eating low carbs. Ketosis can cause foul breath... unfortunately. Sadly, there really isn't much you can do aside from scraping your tongue, constantly brushing your teeth or perhaps the listering breath strips. Good news is it doesn't last forever. Mine usually lasts only a week or two when I put myself back in that state. All the best! -
5 Confessions (Join In)
LilMissDiva Irene replied to ebthompson2010's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yep sure can! On the computer full version it lists surgeons under the profile picture. Dr. Cirangle was going to be my first choice but instead went with Dr. Aceves. Dr. C is an excellent surgeon and well, not hard on the eyes... :wub: -
When You Need Motivation Or Have Qs I'm Happy To Help :)
LilMissDiva Irene replied to LilMissDiva Irene's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Remember to be thankful for all the wonderful blessings in your life. Being negative or seeing all the bad things going on or all the awful things that have happened to you in your life isn't going to do much except bring you down, and give you excuses on why you should keep abusing yourself. Stay bright, happy and cherish all the love you have in your life. Look forward to your improvements, but also keep in mind anything worth having will never come easy. Fight until the wheels fall off... I know I always will. God Bless. -
When You Need Motivation Or Have Qs I'm Happy To Help :)
LilMissDiva Irene replied to LilMissDiva Irene's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
If you aren't serious about getting fit, you seriously aren't going to get fit. -
When You Need Motivation Or Have Qs I'm Happy To Help :)
LilMissDiva Irene replied to LilMissDiva Irene's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Excuses and no confidence: The only things holding you back from your personal best. -
Band To Sleeve - Thoughts?
LilMissDiva Irene replied to asherje's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi there I revised from band to sleeve in Sept 2010, and I was originally Lap Banded in Feb 2008. It is absolutely UN TRUE that ex bandsters to poorly with the sleeve. For ME the Lap Band failed... I did not. I know it seems like a common feeling that we ourselves must have done something wrong, but I refuse to accept that. I must be right too because I blew through my sleeve and I've been at goal for over a year now. I'm happy, I'm fit and I'm slim and trim. That's all I ever wanted with my WLS procedure and never got until I was sleeved. I workout nearly every day in some capacity. I eat by the sleever rules most of the time (I'm not perfect!!) but those two thing ensure I remain in my tiny clothes and toned and fit. I highly encourage any Bandsters to take the plunge to the Sleeve if their Band did not work out for them. YOU are NOT a FAILURE... Failing means giving up and since you're here considering a revision, you have not given up. Blessings! -
A Few Questions..
LilMissDiva Irene replied to BentleyJade's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This is perfect advice. Everyone is different and some do need less carbs per day to lose, however these rules are a good starting point. I did exactly this (except my water intake after the first few months went up to around 100 oz per day) and I lost all my excess weight in about 10 months time. Also of all my workouts, walking has ALWAYS been my greatest fat burner. Not even running (though I did do that...) but walking. Good luck to you! -
Denied...but Yet Approved
LilMissDiva Irene replied to MBMom's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi MB Mom, my advice to you is don't panic! I have to tell you I've noticed a great deal many people in the WLS community who have the Gastric Bypass and are doing wonderfully. There are some differences in the procedure so I have to tell you to find a WLS message board that discusses GB just like we discuss the Sleeve here. Thinnertimes.com is a good one. Also even doing a simple Google search you will find an incredible amount of information out there on the internet for your reading. I want to throw in there I know someone personally and in real life who had the Gastric Bypass procedure. He's doing great and I'd say has lost about 200 Lbs in the last year alone at least. I never asked him exactly how much he's lost only because I hate it when I get asked that all the time. Truth be told he's taken the spotlight here away from me and I'm a bit grateful! Haha All the best to you!! -
God Is Good All The Time
LilMissDiva Irene commented on Thyckness718's blog entry in Thyckness718's Blog
Amen!! It's nice you recognize your blessings All the best in your journey! Xo -
5 Confessions (Join In)
LilMissDiva Irene replied to ebthompson2010's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have a secret crush on YOUR surgeon too... -
5 Confessions (Join In)
LilMissDiva Irene replied to ebthompson2010's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
1. I confess that I'm not perfect HOWEVER I'm still at goal living my thin and fit dream. 2. I confess that I don't always follow all the sleever rules HOWEVER I'm 2 years post op and I'm healthier than I've ever been in my life. 3. I confess that I do eat sugar and carbs sometimes HOWEVER I'm regular in the bathroom. 4. I confess that I secretly would still love to get smaller HOWEVER I love the way I look in pictures and in the mirror. 5. I confess that I no longer worry about what I'm eating as much HOWEVER it's nice to constantly obsess about what I'm eating. Enjoy life people, because that's what this is really all about. In the end, only love and family really matter. Blessings! -
Encouraging Myself
LilMissDiva Irene replied to HalfTheWoman's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Wow you look great! In such a short amoutn of time too, you have a lot to be proud of! congrats =) By the way I went through the same emotions when I had my band removed and revised to sleeve. I kept it hush hush because of the embarrassement I felt as I was not successful with my band. However today I'll tell anyone who asks. It's a nice liberating feeling. That said, to each their own. Whatever you feel the most comfortable with is what you should do. Good luck!! -
Excuses and no confidence: The only things holding you back from your personal best.
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Long-Term Vsg: When Did You Feel Like Capacity Stabilized/"stopped Growing"?
LilMissDiva Irene replied to sirensiren's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Oh ha! I see I did respond to this message. Whoops. -
Long-Term Vsg: When Did You Feel Like Capacity Stabilized/"stopped Growing"?
LilMissDiva Irene replied to sirensiren's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi Leah, I apologize I just now seen your question. I'm not on often, and the best way to get my attention is to either quote me or write on my profile feed. I did mean only three quarters of one cup. It all depends though, that's if I'm eating properly. Last night I ate maybe 3 Oz of spare ribs and a few bites of broccoli and I was satisfied. I could probably push a little more but I hate how I feel physically if I do, especially with eating dense meat such as pork. Now popcorn on the other hand... is another story entirely. I am always thankful for my sleeve though, it will always be there for me when I'm willing to use it wisely. Take care! -
Hi there, I happened to see your update. I'm so sorry you're going through Chemo. I just wanted to let you know I'm praying for you. Xo
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My Nutrition course starts next Thursday, the 30th... Yayyy I'm sooo EXCITED!! I have to start back up so I didn't get preferrential seating, so I had to take the class there. No Online, but hey it will probably be better instructed this way. Me, always looking at the bright side. However, after this I will get first pickings so I'll be sure to get the Online courses right away. Woot!! My new life is starting... =D
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I'm so excited for you! -
F. I'm a Runner!
LilMissDiva Irene commented on Beyon Sleeve's gallery image in Before and After Gastric Sleeve Photos
that is so awesome!! Congrats on all your successes! -
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