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Just had my 30 day post-op appt and was told to not worry about counting calories but to concentrate on getting 70g of Protein, keeping my carbs under 100 and grams of fat under 30. I was super surprised about the 100g of carbs. I had been keeping mine around 50. I think I'll stick to that and continue to work on the protein and fat intake. Happy New Year!

I'm so proud of our group! You all rock! 2014 is definitely OUR YEAR!!! Rock those sleeves ladies and gents!!! xxxooo Mary

Just saw a commercial for lean cuisines saying they have 13g of protein. Has anyone tried these? Wondering how high the carb/sugar intake is.

Fiddle... Have you looked into Alexander technique? I studied it in college and helped a lot with my spine issues. It's quite difficult to find certified instructors but there are several books worth reading if interested.

Continued prayers for you Deez! Hang in there!

Anyone want to be Fitness Pal buddies? Feel free to add me! xmarycontraryx or email maryallisondixon@gmail.com

THAT'S AMAZING!!! CONGRATS!!!

It is 2014. Never again will I step on the scale and see the 310s, 300s, 290s, 280s or 270s!!! 268.5 today and I am sooooo happy I could do cartwheels!!!!!!

Finally cleared to exercise and so excited! It's been years since I've been active so I'm going to start off a little slow here and see if I can update and increase my goal once I get started. For now I'm pledging 45 miles on the treadmill walking for January.

Happy New Year my beautiful, supportive and hard-working December sleevers!!! The world is a better place with all of you in it! I look forward to the months ahead and sharing our successes and hurdles together. May 2014 bring a world of possibilities to us all. God bless and be safe tonight!!!

Sending good thoughts and loving prayers to our Sleevers tomorrow and Tuesday! Can't wait to see you on the loser's bench!!!

HW: 317 CW: 273 Sorry, can't remember my surgery weight. I think I recorded it here week one. Happy New Year Losers!!!

You are all so inspiring!!! I'm 26 days out today and am going to get my gym membership in a few hours. I hope there's a January fitness challenge that I can join!!!

Had surgery 12/2 and invited my niece and nephew over for a sleepover. I should have prepared in advance as I had nothing in my cabinets to feed them but Soups, Beans and protein! So, we ordered pizza and I made the decision to have one slice for dinner. It was delicious and I still finished my day under 600 calories. My Protein intake was low as I didn't have my usual Protein Drink at night due to being full. Now I'm starting to worry that this was a bad decision and my first step on a slippery slope. Is it possible to enjoy a treat now and again and still be diligent about my diet?

I've been cleared for baked fish this week and have clearance for meat, pork and chicken next week. What I can't seem to find it is when I'm cleared for seafood. My aunt arrives tonight from Seattle with fresh crab, salmon and cod and I would love to have some Dungeness crab fresh from the Atlantic!

I am obsessed with these dips! The roasted red pepper is my favorite. I've used it instead of sour cream with black Beans and it's delicious! The French onion is also a great dip for veggies!

I was given decaf coffee on my second day in the hospital. In fact, I drink a cup of decaf every morning. Caffeinated coffee is strictly off limits as caffeine stimulates appetite. I'd call your NUT, my cup of decaf coffee in the morning is the only sense of normality I have now on the post-op restricted diet.

Lol, sure!!!

That's the plan, I'm just hoping they're open. I just found it odd that on all of the guidelines I've been given, seafood has not been addressed.

Quick question sleevers... Do you have any diet instructions for seafood? I'm cleared for baked fish this week and meat, pork and chicken next week. Problem is, I don't see anything on my diet plan for seafood such as crab and lobster. Anyone else have specific instructions for seafood? Thanks!!!

Merry Christmas my fellow December Sleevers!!! May your day be merry and bright!! xxxooo

Thought I'd share what I saw on Dr. Oz today. He recommended the Fage plain Greek yogurt and said it had 20g of protein. Anyone who's having trouble with the protein shakes, this sounds like an awesome replacement. I haven't tried it myself but will definitely stock up on my next shopping trip!

Awesome job everyone!!! So proud of us!!! My scale needs a new battery so I haven't weighed myself since last week but am so happy with my decision! HW: 317 CW: 273 (can't remember SW)

I'm glad you posted this. I had surgery Dec. 2nd and am still having pain around my incisions, even while being sedentary. I considered contacting my surgeon but feel better after reading similar situations.

Oh Jess, I feel your pain! I haven't experienced any nausea until last night taking my multi-vitamins. Mine aren't chewable so I think I drank too much too fast but I really felt like I was going to choke and vomit at the same time (if that's possible.) LESSON LEARNED!!!