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I'm only 5 years post of but wanted to say thank you for sharing. It's very inspiring to see someone so far out doing extremely well. I hope to be as successful in 10 years. HW 314 SW 296 GW 177 CW 169

That's hilarious!!! HW 314 SW 296 GW 177 CW 169

I'm 5 years out RNY. I also had Gerd pre-op and my doctor would only do RNY. I haven't had any complications, strictures, hernias or anything of the sort. I stay pretty active and hike often. I think better time is spent researching your surgeon and their rates of complication. That has a much greater effect on your personal outcome than overall averages. If you're confident in your surgeon, I'd say go with the sleeve but be open to revision if necessary. Good luck on your surgery. HW 314 SW 296 GW 177 CW 169

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Hey Y'all! I'm almost 5 years post-op RNY. I've been vegan for a year. I love to cook and find creative ways to get my protein in but I'm looking for what others eat on a typical day. For me it's something like this: Breakfast: almond butter on sprouted bread toast topped with flax seed/cinnamon or quinoa with soy milk and berries Lunch: spinach salad loaded with veggies topped with chickpeas or black beans, roasted barley and pumpkin seeds Dinner: Small sweet potato topped with 3 bean chili and a cooked veggie or sofritas, roasted veggies and brown rice Snacks: air-popped popcorn, fruit, hummus n veggies HW 314 SW 296 GW 177 CW 169

I'm here occasionally. Almost 5 years post-op. HW 314 SW 296 GW 177 CW 169

I was in a the same boat. I'm back to the basics and working out 5-6 days/week. I'm down 14 pounds of 25 I gained plus I wanna get to my goal weight. I started at 314. I'm at 188 now. We can do this!

I had serious reflux issues prior to RNY. My surgeon told me the bypass would eliminate my reflux. I'm 3 years out and have no issues with reflux. Dumping is not really an issue either for me but I know my limits when eating things that aren't Bariatric friendly. I would go over your medical history with your doctor and determine which surgery will give you the best outcome. Good luck on your journey! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I spend about the same but we're a family of 5 and my kids are growing so they eat more to make up for what I can no longer eat. The only thing special I buy for myself is protein powder/shakes otherwise we all eat the same healthy meals and snacks.

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I really like this idea. I'm almost 2 & 1/2 years out and I rarely post or comment because it feels irrelevant to where I am in my journey and what I'm going through.

Wow! You have done amazing! I feel inspired.

I'll be 3 years out in November. I'd be more than happy to answer questions or meet up for coffee.

We'll be taking 3 family camping trips. We're first time campers so it'll be interesting. In between we will be roller skating, bowling, swimming and hiking. Its great to get out and just do normal stuff with my kids.

Anybody in Colorado?

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Perfect for today. Thank you! Sent from my LG-H811 using the BariatricPal App

I have Aetna and had a nurse assigned to me during my approval process. She ended up being a huge advocate for me and my surgery was approved within 48 hours. She did get personal and I had weekly phone calls with her to track my progress and health. Sent from my LG-H811 using the BariatricPal App

So I really want to get a lower body lift, butt lift, arms and breast lift but the thought of having drains hanging out of me is terrifying. I don't worry about the pain or procedures just the drains. So my question is, how long did you have drains in and for how long?

I've been looking for a support group or at least a couple friends that understand what I go through.

I'm not getting the notifications either. Are there any good support groups here?

Hawaiian style sweet potatos 4-5 large sweet potatoes boiled and chopped in cubes 1/4 fresh pinapple diced with the juice 1/2 cup Splenda Brown sugar 2 tbsp vanilla 1 1/2 tbsp cinnamon 1 tbsp nutmeg 1/2 stick butter melted Combined all ingredients in a baking pan. Mix well, cover and cook on 350 for about 30 minutes. Top with unsweetened coconut and chopped almonds broil uncovered until coconut is browned.

Keep communication open between your psychiatrist and your surgeon. My psych was key in getting my approval and making sure my meds would be tolerable after surgery. Don't be afraid be open and express your concerns. It lets them know you are concerned about all the right things and are willing to address it appropriately. Good luck to you!

Love My Fitness Pal! If you log into the website from a computer you can setup your own intake goals so it's works just fine for us. I'm 2 years postop and need to get back to logging regularly. It makes a huge difference.

The menu is turkey, brisket, stuffing, collard/turnip/mustard greens with chicken breast, spinach salad, sweet potatoes, Mac n cheese, banana pudding, sweet potato pie and fresh fruit salad. I'll be eating just the turkey, greens, spinach salad and maybe fruit salad but I get the pleasure of cooking everything. :-)