Healthy_life2

@@pr_pitbullgrl Here is a virtual weight loss simulator. Let me know what you think. http://www.modelmydiet.com/

So sorry in advance to the men following this thread. You know you lost weight when: you wear a v neck shirt and realize the loose skin is giving you a third boob cleavage. Time for a new bra

@@Tootsietoes This is from a place of caring and concern for you. (1) Anorexia (2) depression (3) body image issues (4) chronic pain (5) self destructive tendency's Is your Dr aware of your symptoms? Are you getting the medical care to address these issues?

@@lauraellen80 I love it! I guess I'm overcooked broccoli.

@@OKCPirate Wow, I see how you give @@Dub right up for the belly rubbing. Hope he wont mind.

@@CJ Porter I have herd great thing from other type two's that they are off medication. I am a type one. I hardly ever use insulin. Its been months since I've used it. Amazing what the surgery does for so many of us. So thankful to get my health back.

@@OKCPirate According to folktales and legends, if a person rubs Buddha's belly, it brings good luck, wealth and prosperity. We all need to rub a Buddha belly.

@@CowgirlJane Searching on the internet for way's to dress is where I found the body type chart. It was great to see what styles flatter your god give figure. Loved it.

@@FinallyFit50s I give it up to you, 20 years fire fighting. You are a strong woman. I see hourglass. What do you see?

@@♥dreamable My photos were the start of my weight loss.( I always hid from cameras in the past) People started in the middle?I had no idea? They will miss out on the full visual of weight loss.

Happy two year anniversary! THE HARDER THE CHALLENGE, THE MORE GLORIOUS THE TRIUMPH. Damn..! Nice muscles. What advice can you give on weight training and building up muscle?

NSV - Gym Motivation When you get on the treadmill and out run the 20 year old's...... Makes me smile.

@@♥dreamable My husband took photos of me each month.One facing forward and one profile. He also took a photo of me in my hospital bed the day of surgery.

@@bellabloom by the way..nice outfits. I love your dress.

@@bellabloom Athletic inverted triangle to me...Wonder what others think..

@@bellabloom Breakfast : eggs with green pepper and sweet onion. On days I need to get out the door breakfast of jimmy dean turkey sausage Yogurt is also a favorite.( mmmm caramel apple pie dannon light n fit) Lunch: At work I eat a bento box filled with chopped chicken, snap peas, red grapes and cheese. It all finger food. I'm on the run I graze it. its visually appealing, great for portions, so many options to fill it with. https://www.pinterest.com/eggface/bento-licious/ Dinner: many things to try. http://insidekarenskitchen.com/bariatric-friendly-recipes/

@@Margie122 Pounds Lost - Pounds to go vases. My best investment from the dollar store You get the satisfaction of sound when you move a stone over to the pounds lost jar..(hate it when I have to move one back for a weight gain. After reaching goal they look pretty and are a great reminder of how far you have come. 2 glass vases 3 Bags of glass stones (any color) 1 pack of peal and stick letters

I was asked to take mine. I used it after surgery recovering in my hospital room. I'm happy to say I no longer have sleep apnea thanks to weight loss.

@@Lexuskela Absolutely makes sense.It is surprising how differently I look at food now.

@@Lexuskela I use fat free cream cheese. Just my preference. You can also break down the recipes into bariatric portions (I use myfitness pal) it may help to see if it fits your program. Karen is a nurse and dietitian with my surgeons office. In her cooking class she keeps us up to date on health trends.Trends change all the time. Whats good for us now may not be good in a few months.( Thanks to her I know more about cooking with coconut oil than anyone should..lol ) Each of our dietitians give different instructions on healthy eating. I like her approach on eating healthy. It should nourish your body and still be flavorful. With her recipes my weight dropped, I don't feel deprived and found that I enjoy cooking. Not sure if this helped. Just my take on her cooking.

@@JamieLogical I believe none of us are exempt from weight gain. I have talked to my nurse from my surgeons office. Her opinion was patients that have gained weight may feel guilt or shame and don't report back on Dr's appointments or continue support. Being isolated most will have a substantial weight gain. I know my behaviors can slip back. Sometimes I need a reality check by the senior members. I also get inspiration from people that are currently dropping weight.

@@billw0917 Therapy/ counseling is a good option to deal with the mental/behavioral end of surgery. It is a good thing to prepare for stress/emotions/anxiety. I never found an "In the moment" way to deal with the stress eating issue. It was key to let go of the bad behavior and find a replacement. I hope you find what works for you.

@@FinallyFit50s It's an amazing feeling to be in the best shape of your life. I never thought I would have this fitness level in my 40's. I'm so thankful for my sleeve.

@@Dub Dang..Someone here is a master barbecue chef. We should enter you into a BBQ cooking competition. Summer has been great for outdoor cooking. I'm going to miss it in the winter. I give it up people that BBQ year round...Too cold for me.

My first solid that I loved was BBQ Salmon, steamed broccoli with white cheddar cheese.