No game

When you write "u" I'm assuming you mean "you" in which this case I think you mean me? No I am not a patient.. Which is why I have not given any personal recommendations about him (Garcia) But I am not trying to harm his practice either. Which is what I think all the unnecessary verbal attacks are doing.

Many people have a great experiences with Garcia and his team! And I'm sure many more will in the future. Although I have to say the foulness of this bickering (no matter what side you are on) is not helping him or anyone else to move on.. Things happen. Luna made some mistakes. he got caught. It does not take away from your Great experience and its ok that you liked him as a Person a lot of People did.. People do unethical things in Mexico and the USA (and elsewhere for that matter) it is how the medical practice deals with it that really counts.

I must say I am not a hater or supporter of Mr. Luna. I wonder (as was discussed behind the scenes) if putting the proof out here for all to see would appease everyone who has an "opinion" against the young woman? Personally, I think not.. I'm deeply saddened by this whole situation. I do not understand why it has come to this.

thanks for the awesome visual of your manly squirrel herding skills!

I could do it easily....

I just wanted to say I'm proud of all of us! This is not an easy journey ( I hate the phrase journey) for anyone. But we are doing it. There are good days and there are some really rough ones. I've spent so many years learning about myself and why I do the things I do. As I'm sure we all have.. But having the reasons and answers does not make the day by day easier sometimes. Yes yesterday was rough Anyway hope everyone has a good day Oh. I almost forgot, still down the two pounds. So this might be my new mark to grasp at and try to move lower from

It wasn't pretty but I made it through the day. I actually weighed two pounds less this morning before the fast?? It would be nice to have it say the same tomorrow.

Do you mean this thread? http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/topic/85905-digestive-enzymes-are-a-miracle/page__fromsearch__1 It sounded so good that I almost stopped at GNC today but they also sell those evil Quest bars that I keep reading about and that I would be powerless over should I be in the same room with them I'm sure!

I'm not a good one to answer because its always been an issue.. But I would imagine if it weren't a problem before that if you adjust your diet accordingly, it will work itself out. I know butter takes a small bowl of Fiber one (original cereal) everyday and swears by it! I'm thinking of adding it to my daily Greek yogurt.

I did enjoy my vacation and all the awesome meals yes! And though today is a holiday we are laying low. The whole family is exhausted from the trip. I had my first meal of Greek yogurt and it feels good to be back to routine so far. I must say I'm very emotional today though... overeating of carbs?? I love Point Reyes by the way, it sounded like a wonderful time!

It's what I have to do Andy. I cannot do moderation like some. And today is a perfect example. I've been crying on and off all morning because I'm literally going through withdraws. Because of the out of control (moderation to some) intake of "regular" foods over vacation. But me in this spot. If I don't stay wound tight about intake it spins out of control. It's just me. Thank you guys for noticing... Sometimes I need to cry out for help too.

Ok I just read all the new posts here and I must day I am finding it very disturbing! This change if topics, about your dogs, hedgehogs and other furry things... What about FISH??? (and coral they are pets too) I'm feeling like there is some discrimination going on here.

Ok this is from member maharet111 I always like her answer so I copy and paste it to these questions. Okay a little science here as told to me by my surgeon. Water has a high surface tension, meaning that its barrier to allow it to be broken down is hard. Think of a steel paper clip that floats on the surface. Now your stomach is like the size of a coffee stirrer at this point due to swelling etc. because of the high surface tension it is hard sometimes for the water to be absorbed and gets kind of backed up if that makes sense. So when you dilute water or mix it with something if breaks that high tension and thus can be absorbed faster. Not everyone experiences it but it is one of those side effects that can happen.

Thought I'd dig this up and dust it off.... I'm having a difficult time today and its early yet. Food addiction (addiction in general) is it ever cured? Even with cutting out most of the offending organ? No! Because the offending organ is NOT your stomach. It's your brain. My brain that helps me process and articulate life and its wonders. Is also my biggest "enemy" Food, consumption, binging, it's all I think about somedays. I've whet the appetite of this beast this week, and I'm out of control in my head. I can cry, I want the miracle, but its always just out of reach. I did this so I could have freedom for the rest of my life.. But I will never be truly free. I will always have to deal with the part of my brain that wants... needs...desires... Food in excess.

Have a good 4th today ladies! I will be fasting through it. Sweetums, I feel your frustration, I'm at the same weight all week and though I should be thankful it hasn't gone up over the vacation. I feel extra fat today and fasting has been hard this week. I'm hungry a lot, I think from over eating snack foods and I'm having a hard time getting back into it. I know I need to detox. But it's hard when you want to eat EVERYTHING! Ok chin up (slightly) and let's have a nice holiday.

Night

I'm old and tired, I must sleep now. Please let's all get on with our recovery and stop fighting. At the end of the day we have much bigger fish to fry... food pun intended

I think I was ripped off though. I was just looking up "Alaskan porcupine quill" and saw a chick on etsy selling a bunch of them for 5 bucks!

Neither did I! It's about the same length as a pencil, it was from an Alaskan porcupine.