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I also make cheddar cheese chips in the oven but they are kind of a pain in the butt. These are much easier. Also, another delicious treat I made tonight were skinny mozzarella sticks and used marinara for dipping. I'm telling u, they were just like deep fried mozzarella sticks. The recipe is on Pinterest. Just search skinny mozzarella sticks. If you wanna try them and can't find them, let me know. I'll screen shot it and post it. I served this with home made Salisbury steak tonight. Big hit. Yes I make my family eat my Bariatric recipes. Nobody complains. Lol. My husband had lost 50lbs himself since we started! My kids don't need to lose weight but if I can get them to eat healthy and not complain? I'm all for it. Pinterest, along with my cookbook from the doctor is amazing for new Bariatric friendly recipes Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I ordered all my bridesmaid dresses from davids bridal 6 months in advance. However, I had a pregnant one so we waited till 4 weeks before wedding and it came in plenty of time and even had time for alterations. Do not order too early. It may prove to be a waste of money. U never know where and how fast u will lose the weight. I'm not even 3 months out and went from a tight size 20 to a loose size 16 pants already. You just never know what will happen month to month Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You likely left the hospital weighing more than you went in pre surg. They pump you full of fluids. Don't worry, everyone goes through the same doubt Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You have to force yourself. This isn't a suggestion, this is required. Fluid intake is the most important of all. Even over Protein requirement. In the beginning, I got a 1oz medicine cup and forced myself to drink one the them every 10-15 minutes. I used a timer to remind myself. Aside from the health risk of only drinking 20oz of fluid a day, it will slow your weight loss. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My doc said if it doesn't make you uncomfortable, use them if you wish. Every case is different. I have never had an issue with it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

You are right. 15 more pounds. You look great! Keep those curves girl. Congrats! Can't wait to see these results on me. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Judy, I didn't post that. That's a comment from someone else. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey, I have been eating something I should but not I can't eat more than three spoons full, I took one bite of a burger and two teaspoons on mash potatoes and was super full TREAT PPL WITH RESPECT What? Did I miss something? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am sorry to hear. However, I don't feel that way at all. I may have had a rough recovery and suffered a few complications, but at this point, I feel this is the best decision I've ever made. My willpower to diet pre surgery was shot. I never would have lost the weight if not for surgery and I would have continued to gain and gain and fall deeper into depression. My family is very superficial and focus on size and looks and you are judged if you don't "meet the criteria" I was embarrassed to even attend family functions. I haven't seen much of my family in years. So, I am gaining my confidence back and the depression and self loathing is fixing itself. It was all weight related which caused me to eat more and more crappy. So for me, this was life saving. Literally Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

57lbs! That's great! What was your surgery date? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App When was your surgery? Are you at your goal? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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They cut a portion of your body out and to get to it they cut through multiple layers of skin, fat and muscle. OF COURSE IT HURTS! lol. Be vocal about your pain and they will address it with pain meds during your hospital stay. I went home the day after and took my pain meds the next 3 days. I was very surprised at how fast the pain was going away as opposed to my surgeries in the past. I was up and moving with minimal pain. So does it hurt? Sure. Is it worth every bit of it? ABSOLUTELY! I'll tell you what doesn't hurt anymore, my back and knees when I walk or shop or do anything with my kids. I'm only 50 lbs down and 2 months 3 weeks post op but I am feeling more confident, more active, energetic and more healthy. It is worth every bit of it. Do your research on the surgery and make your decision but Don't let the pain part be your deciding factor because the reward is so much greater than the price. Good luck P.s. I'm a wuss when it comes to pain. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I would try for 2 weeks after vacation ends if I were you. That you you can relax and enjoy. Not have to worry about liquid diet while on vacation and be tempted to cheat on it. The temptation is bad enough at home. Let alone on vacation. Have fun and congrats on approval!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I drink decaf iced tea and if I stopped using a straw, my teeth would be discolored in no time. It doesn't bother me at all. I've used one since day 50 post op. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

cheese CHIPS!! Best.invention.ever! My NUT gave me a recipe book made by other post sleevers. Spray a cookie sheet and bake small piles of shredded cheese until crispy. They are good plain, with salsa, with meat, with guacamole, with whatever you want on them. Love me some cheese chips. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am 2.5 months post op. hair loss started last week. I'm convinced I am going bald lol. My doc assured me that my hair is long and thick and I will be fine. But in the past week I have noticed a large change. Use to wrap my ponytail holder twice around and now can wrap it 3 times. All within a week. I am sure hoping it slows down or stops VERY soon. I had a rough start nutritionally since I could not hold anything down for 2 weeks. I think not getting my Vitamins and Protein may have amplified the hair loss. Idk Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Nothing. I don't like anything anymore! It's crazy. It helps because I don't overeat. The only food I enjoy post op is a taco salad. I've tried so many things. Even my favorite things pre surgery, taste gross to me now. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I tried to have a glass of wine the other night. Took a few sips and felt buzzed. Poured it out. Will be waiting a while before that happens again. I love love love wine and pre op would drink a bottle or two a week. But I'm fine waiting. I do not like being drunk Ps.....I'm 2.5 months out Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Don't delete the site. There is so much helpful info and so many helpful and kind people on here. Don't be afraid to post exactly what you want also! You will find after being on here for a while that it's the same handful of people that are always rude and have sarcastic, childish and unsupportive responses non stop. It shouldn't be like that but it is. Be the adult and look past them or if it's really bothersome to you, block them. I stopped reading responses from said handful of people. I scan right over them. They mean nothing to me. I don't know them and they don't know me. With that said, Grilled cheese may not have been the best choice but come on, you ate it, nobody else. Not sure why it effects them so much. Congrats on your weight-loss and glad your mistake taught you a lesson. We have all learned things the hard way. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have not been taking measurements, however, my clothing fits the same so I assume I'm not losing inches either. Idk Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App I wonder what the cause is??? I will have to say no to business trips if that's the case. Lol. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Thank you. I need it apparently lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I did 14 day pre op diet. Don't cheat, they will know you did and a responsible surgeon will cancel your surgery. It's for your safety. Stay in the hospital as long as they will let you. Recovery is a b@tch. But soooo worth it. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Yep. And to the OP: I'm on government assistance and I had to wait six months and complete a long list of things before I could be approved. Congratulations to your cousin on making what is sure to be a positive step in her life! How wonderful! You should see if she'd like to join BariatricPal and maybe the two of you could support each other in your journeys? Sent From BariatricPal App Already done Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have to say, I was a GENEPRO skeptic but I've only been using this for 2 months because I cannot tolerate others. Had blood work today and Protein level is perfect. So, I shall continue Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

That is how I like my steaks also, but even reading it in text now turns my stomach. I am glad I no longer enjoy food. That was my problem to begin with. Lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have zero desire to eat meat. Veggies and salad are all I want. I told my NUT and doctor about this today and they said it is a very normal occurrence. I try to incorporate meat into salads. Taco salad with ground and seasoned turkey has been my go to. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App