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Thanks, Ponchik! Where did you buy them?

I'll be 3 months post-op on Nov. 5th. Has anyone tried Veggie Straws/Chips? Are these and other low fat/carb snacks okay to eat in moderations? I realize these are empty calories and slider foods. I don't eat them every day.

Rossjr, you should have a surgery date very soon if you've completed the 6 months of weight management. After I completed Active Health, everything moved very swiftly. Actually, I don't even remember them submitting my case to BCBS. The patient coordinator called me with a date to see the surgeon, a date for the class, and a surgery date all at once. Depending on your surgeon's surgery schedule, you could have your surgery date 2 weeks after seeing him. You'll need those 2 weeks for your pre-op diet. Handle all of your personal business now and enjoy your favorite foods because your life is about to change...for better. I was off work for 6 weeks. Take it easy post-op. You'll be very lethargic at first, but you will get better.

Hi, ladies! I'm also a patient of Transformations. I had my surgery on Aug. 5th. I've lost 60 lbs and seem to be stalling now. Dr. Erin Cummins is my surgeon. I see someone has Dr. Carroll. I've heard a lot of good things about him. I wish you all the best of luck throughout this process. You'll be on the losers' bench before you know it. Good luck!

Good luck!

Hi, Stasea4! I'm from Hattiesburg.

I think we had our surgeries on the same day, August 5th. How many lbs have you lost? Congratulations on your weight loss. I'm down 33 lbs so far.

Thanks, ladies! You all have been very helpful.

I had RNY on August 5th and was discharged today with an oxygen tank. I have previously been diagnosed with sarcoidosis, but never required oxygen or steroids. I've been in remission over 8 years. My blood pressure was also elevated my entire stay in the hospital. I'm currently on 3 bp pills...one can't be crushed because it's a time-released capsule. Help!!! Has anyone else seen/heard of this problem with post-op RNY patients?

My surgery is Monday also! I'm extremely excited and ready to get this over with.

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Best wishes to you as well. I can barely stomach milk, period. So, I have to stick to the chocolate flavored. My surgeon didn't give me a specific amount to lose.

I'm not a very big fan of protein powders, but I've found Body Fortress' Chocolate Whey Protein Shakes to be delish! I purchased a jug from Wal-Mart for $15.00+. It has 30 grams of protein per serving. Has anyone else tried Body Fortress products?

Hi! I'm scheduled to have my surgery on August 5th by Dr. Erin Cummins in Jackson, MS.