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Increasing water intake helps reduce this problem for some people. I try to drink 80 oz or more a day. Don't always get there, but my skin isn't a crepey as some people and I've lost a little over 150. My doctor still advises me to increase fluids tho.
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I am raising my grandchildren who were 3 and 6 at time of surgery. I told them from the day I decided to do this. Immediately my grandson and I started measuring my waist. (How big/little the gap was before he could completely get his arms around me!) I love it! We love it! Of course they said things like when will I be skinny or your butt is big. They don't understand ideal or goal weights. They do understand that there is no way to say someone is fat. So we don't say it. I had surgey 10/16 and still 70 lbs from goal. And now they tell me I am sooo skinny. Lol
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Considering Mexico For Gastric Sleeve
sxynana replied to Kelly Buchanon's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Dr. Cabrera, Mexico Bariatric Center 1-855-768-7247. He is amazing. I spent 2 nights in hospital and 2 nights at hotel. Dr also visited patients in hotel. Staff was great. Whole experience was great. Good luck and do your research. They have specials all the time and even have buddy discount. How cool is that? -
I ad 2 drops lemon flavored essential oils by Young Living to 16 oz or 3 dropps to 20 oz. What a difference in taste!!!!
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14 Weeks Post Op - Multiple Stalls
sxynana replied to FindingCarrie's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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From 289.7LBS To 143.6LBS!
sxynana replied to Iscarelys's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Did you have plastic to remove excess skin? You look awesome! HW 350 SW 301 CW 214 GW 140 -
Another Patient Death at A Lighter Me (ALM) with Dr. Jose Luis Curiel Marchena
sxynana replied to Alex Brecher's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
I had surgery in Mexico with Dr. Cabrera Oct 3, 2016. I am a very succesful small business owner. My health insurance would not cover the surgery so after MUCH research, I chose Mexico Bariatric. My surgeon, hospital staff and overall experience was awesome. I would recommend Dr. Cabrera and Mexico Bariatric to anyone considering the surgery. Mexico Bariatric is an American based company. And I failed to mention I am a registered nurse with 20+ years experience and my business is in medical field. -
I use measuring cup for everything but meat. I use a pocket scale to weigh meats. Bought mine at "head shop." They looked at me with doubt when I told them I just needed one to weigh my food. Lol.
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I hained 15 lbs immediately post op. Was only air, fluids and inflammation from surgery. Lost that plus at about 2 weeks out. STAY OFF SCALES FOR ABOUT A MONTH
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LOVE YOURSELF VALENTINES CHALLENGE
sxynana replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
When's the next challenge starting?! -
LOVE YOURSELF VALENTINES CHALLENGE
sxynana replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Yesterday weight:225 Challenge goal weight: 224. Missed by 1. Thank you for this challenge. -
Need To Lose 50Lbs Too Have Surgery
sxynana replied to HypothyroidFighter's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I didnt have to lose 50 in 2 mths but did by following the preop diet on MEXICO BARIATRIC website. Good luck. -
LOVE YOURSELF VALENTINES CHALLENGE
sxynana replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
CW: 227.1 GW: 224.0 I'm losing inches too, so I am satisfied. -
Taste AMAZING, even better when chilled after reconstitution. I stock up everytime I buy.
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You look great! Can I ask your stats? Inspiring. God bless you.
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9 months and 94 lbs lost. Progress Photo!
sxynana replied to bini120's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
You look sooo good! Only 10 more lbs and you are there! You must be proud. So excited for you! -
5 month post opt pictures
sxynana replied to vannababyy22's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Oh I work out 5x/wk -
5 month post opt pictures
sxynana replied to vannababyy22's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
You look great! I had surgery Oct 3 in Mexico with Dr. Cabrera (awesome), just over 5 mths ago. My starting wt: 350 CW: 227 I am 5ft3. I have alot of loose skin and am trying to keep extra hydrated to help with that. I do 30 min cardio and 40 min resistance bands. YOU LOOK AWESOME. I also am curious as to what exercises you are doing and other things to skin looking good.[emoji109][emoji109][emoji122][emoji122][emoji122] -
LOVE YOURSELF VALENTINES CHALLENGE
sxynana replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Weigh in 3/11 228.....Sorry I"m late, this is yesterdays weight. I am so thankful for this challenge! I had been in 230s for over a mth losing same 10 lbs. This feels great! GW for challenge 224 -
LOVE YOURSELF VALENTINES CHALLENGE
sxynana replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
3/4 a day late. CW 232 GW 224 and not changing it! -
PROTEIN SHAKE ADVICE-HIGH QUALITY, INEXPENSIVE , NOT A PROTEIN BLEND
sxynana replied to salasmall's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Unjury is good. Kinda expensive but I really enjoy Whey from Wal-Mart and Kroger. Cost is good too. I like the banana flavor. I ad 8 oz almond milk, and 8oz water to one scoop. Sometimes I'll put 1/2 frozen banana. REALLY good. -
LOVE YOURSELF VALENTINES CHALLENGE
sxynana replied to Dashofpixiedust8's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Weigh in: 233 Goal: 224 Todays date: 2/24 -
This is happening and I'm crying!!!
sxynana replied to Crafty-in-Carolina's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
You go girl!!!! -
Awesome. Party at doingit4me2017!!!! Great job. Don't buy too many new clothes and don't keep em in closet once you can't fit em anymore. I bought a few brand new pieces that I paid good $ for, and found out early on what a waste. I inly wore them once or twice. I sooo love going to consignment and thrift stores knowing I'm gonna find something cute I can wear and it won't break the bank.
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4.5 months update & pics
sxynana replied to The New Kel's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
You look amazing. This journey has been a blessing for me as well. I'm 4.5 monthes out too and the changes are sooo welcomed. Hw 350 sw 301 cw 235. Though I am in a stall, I feel amazing. Golfing, walking, playing basketball with grandson and dancing with grand dtr. Things I always said "I'm too tired" to do. Wish I would have done this sooner. No longer on meds for diabetes. Praise God. I go up and downstairs without holding railing or stopping to catch breath. Can't imagine what I'm gonna feel like when I get in the 100s. God bless and thanks for sharing.