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Down 2.2 lbs according to wii fit. I'm going to weigh in at surgeons office to see if it's different. that's 20 lbs all together. 40 if you go from my heaviest which was 4 or 5 years ago. I'm now 276.5 Yay!

Yay! Look forward to getting a new cookbook or two.

My husband royally pissed me off tonight. I'm a student at our local community college, next week is finals, I had a project due today that I wasn't able to turn in but my instructor said I could do turn it in Tuesday, day of our final. So I'm working on it. Yes, laundry needs to be done! Yes, dishwasher needs up be run! We're strapped financially right now so his tension is high already. I'm sitting at the computer working on my project and he proceeds to lay into me about our finances. And how now I'm trying to have stomach surgery because i can't control my eating habits. I know he said it out of anger but it came from somewhere. That's really how he feels, I'm sure of it. I'm too stubborn to cry at the insult but I'm upset. It hurts to know that that's what he thinks. He's been fairly supportive so far. I know he's stressed. I know it's a financial burden to do it, to drive almost 200 miles to go see the doctor. I know it is! He went with me to my first appointment, he said it would be okay. I feel like i should have cancelled the appointment for tomorrow and if he would have come out and asked me to do that I would have, I would have willingly postponed it. But he thinks I should know what he's thinking. Gah! He worse than a woman. For crying out loud, just last night he said its okay because I've been studying for finals and working on my project. He was kind and understanding. I don't want him to be the one doing laundry and cleaning the house. I want help but he works full time and is exhausted by the time he gets home. It's just been a difficult semester because I've overloaded my schedule. Sorry for ranting I'm just frustrated, hurt and upset. Thanks for listening. :/

Okay I don't see how there is a possible way to choose just one to spotlight. There are so many people on this forum who deserve it.

Thank you both.

You're welcome. Just remember first and foremost is your health. That Protein is so important. Just don't do the shots. The collagen protein won't absorb good enough. I haven't had surgery yet but I'm sure I'll be asking all sorts of questions when I do.

I had a friend who's 9 years out that she was the same way Panda. She can eat eggs now but still doesn't like them the same as before.

You all are doing fantastic. Keep up the good work. Thank you for sharing those photos with us. I look forward to the day when I can also.

I think he's an excellent candidate for the member spotlight. 4th! You've inspired us with your words I think it'd be great for you.

Try to find protein you like. Cottage cheese, scrambled eggs, tuna, Greek yogurt, protein bar, find a protein powder you like. Go online and look for sample sizes. Good luck!

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. It's so encouraging! Congratulations on your new life.

I'm so sorry for what you're going through. I'm glad that you've all posted this information on here though. I'm looking into RNY but my mom has been trying to talk me into getting banded instead. I've heard the stories from both sides. I know I wouldn't do well with the band. I need the possibility of the dumping syndrome to scare me away from sugar and fats. Your posting your experience here helps those of us who haven't undergone surgery yet. Thank you

http://m.voices.yahoo.com/liquid-protein-supplements-after-gastric-bypass-surgery-4796752.html This is basically the same thing my surgeon told me.

I hear that a lot. Would it work to mix powder with only 2 oz Water or milk instead of 6-8 oz?

I've lost 2.4 this week. Last week 281.1 This week 278.7 Total is 17.8 since march 9 Still haven't had surgery yet. Congrats to all who are having a good weight loss week. Don't get discouraged if you're not.

I've lost 2.4 this week. Last week 281.1 This week 278.7 Total is 17.8 since march 9 Still haven't had surgery yet. Congrats to all who are having a good weight loss week. Don't get discouraged if you're not.

My surgeon said to keep sugar alcohol intake fairly low, or at leadt keep aware of it She said that it will cause gas and therefore a lot of discomfort if you have too much.

According to my surgeon the protein shots are not good for you after surgery. The protein in them is mostly from collagen. She said it will not absorb the same as the other Proteins. The way she put it is if you use those you'll LOOK like you had gastric bypass, meaning you'll look unhealthy. She said that only a small amount of the protein will be absorbed and you'd have to drink a lot more for them to do any good. I thought they seemed like a good idea until she explained it.

Think thin are also available at WinCo if you don't have a whole foods near you. I tried chocolate strawberry and lemon cream pie. They're good but need to be eaten slowly for sure, even of you haven't had RNY yet.

I'm very sorry for what you've been going through. You're in our prayers. Hugs

Yum I'm going to make this this week.

Oh my goodness, I've been having the same thoughts. I don't really mind people knowing my business, I should but I don't. I worry that i'm going to regret it and that I'm going to hear I told you so from people. I'm not scheduled for surgery yet but my pre-op is scheduled for June 22 or something close to that.

Welcome to our little family of support here. Congrats on your surgery.