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I think generally that's true but not in my case. A lot of lightweights lose faster than me. Even with working out, my metabolism is slower than average. I bought a bodymedia which is a sensor put on my arm that calculates how many calories I burn throughout the day. I burn about 300 calories less than what the online calculator says I should. I'm thankful for this little device so I can adjust my intake a accordingly.

Since most of your stomach was taken out, I would think the band would cause more problems than with a regular stomach! I'm no doctor but it seems like that would be a horrible idea! What if it causes scar tissue, slips, or erodes? If all other options have failed, I would look into th DS. I've never heard of the band over sleeve.

Yes! I love it!

I can't stand to look at pictures of me now. I look deflated! Like someone who lost a ton of weight ....which was my biggest fear. My chin/neck is the worst....saggy. My face looks droopy. I remember thinking one of my friends looked better overweight when she first got to goal. But now I can't remember what she looked like chubby and she looks great! Maybe I'm just not used to the sudden change? Maybe it'll take time to tighten up? I know this sounds so vain but I think it's a real issue with rapid weight loss....right? Anybody who has been at or close to goal for a while ever feel like this? Did it get better?

Mmmm cinnamon toast crunch! I used to fill my bowl to the very top and munch away! How horrible, right? I would think in this day in age all the high sugar, processed crap food would be struggling. It doesn't surprise me that they are trying all they can to make a dollar.

*to become a*

I was perfectly healthy at 296 pounds too. I did this for my mental health. Honestly, preventing future ailments due to obesity rarely crossed my mind. I think mental health is equally important. I hated how I looked. I couldn't see how my husband could find me attractive! He was/is very attracted to me and I was constantly turning down his advances because I was so disgusted with myself. All the failed diets put me further into self loathing. I was tired of eating until I was absolutely sick for hours after eating. I did this to beca well rounded happy individual. This surgery did that for me! I don't have one regret! It's changed my life completely! Good luck to you!

I started the morning of surgery!

We have an independently own health food store. It's more expensive than even GNC or my local grocery store ! Sorry, I'm broke!

I think once that thing was removed, I'd eat everything in sight! I'd gain back everything I lost and then some in like 3 days!

That. Is. Craaaaazy!

What a transformation! Congratulations!

9 months out today (woohoo) and I still have a noisy stomach/esophagus! It's embarrassing because I'm a hairstylist and when at the shampoo bowl, my clients are very close to that area! Haha!

Thank y'all so much! I'm just now seeing the new me. I feel great! My excitement has returned!

Before surgery, I've tried every diet pill known to man! I'd go in ask for advice and they'd throw a great pitch of the amazing new pill. I even paid $90 one time for a 30 day supply. I know....my own stupidity. I went to Vitamin shoppe one day looking for the next new thing. The clerk advised me to look into weight watchers. Didn't sell me anything. I lost 70 pounds because of her.

Thanks to you Fiddle my lunges were much better last night!

I HATE GNC! It's all a scam!

Stop. Breath. Calm. It's been a month and a half. You haven't stopped losing. Your body is working hard trying to repair and build muscle. It's still healing from surgery. You're doing all the right things to get it healthy. The weight will fall off. Stop obsessing over a number. How much weight have you lost already? I know it's hard to be patient after having a major surgery to lose weight, but patience is key to have an enjoyable journey.

Thanks everyone! Sue, I could totally kiss you for saying that! Haha!

Jumping lunges?!?! Oh hell no!

I'm able to eat more now. Before I was able to eat 2 oz of protein and maybe 3 bites of veggies. Now I can eat 3 oz plus maybe 1/4 cup of veggies. I try to eat every 3-4 hours since I'm working out pretty vigorously, my appetite has increased for needed nutrition. It took a while to figure it all out but I finally feel like I've found what works for me.

Hair*

I honestly don't think I'll have that problem. I'm studying the human body in school and have researched nutrition since I got the internet. I know eating under 1200 calories is unhealthy. I strived to get to 1200 as soon as I could. It took a good 6-7 months but I made it. Now I eat 1300-1500 calories a day and work out 5-6 days a week. I'm losing at a healthy rate usually 10 pounds a month sometimes less. Saturday I'll be 9 months out and I've lost 92 pounds. It's important to fuel your body and give it the nutrition it needs. I only take a Multivitamin a day and my bloodwork is perfect. I have a few friends who've had the sleeve and only one is struggling with losing too much weight. She's always tired, doesn't work out, and still at two years post op only eats 800-1000 calories a day. My skin is the healthiest its ever been and my did fall out but was growing back at the same rate. It never got thin. Keep yourself healthy! Calorie restriction is only one factor of many to live a healthy lifestyle.

Nothing beats powdered cheese on a hot summer day!

Well, Jillian Michaela loves lunges!! So I do them everyday! I found that wearing shoes helps a lot but I'm still wobbly. I will focus on the advice given. Thanks!