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This is how I feel also. I want to get to 160 at least, but if I don't that's ok because I feel 😊 so good.

I have been missing reading the forums. I hope everyone is doing well. The signal is very poor where I am camping. We have been super busy. I have been logging 15,000-25,000 steps everyday. I am sun burnt lol and sore, but we are all having a good time. I am sure my stall will be broken because I am definitely not on the same routine lol I will catch back up with you all next week. here is a photos of our club.

I will have to weigh in on Monday because I am camping until Sunday.

Girl, you look fabulous 😊 So great to hear from you. Congrats on your weight loss!!!!

I have been weighing in and I am in the middle of a stall, but I am embracing it lol. I haven't had much time to post this weekend, but I did see your thread on the book. I plan to follow along for sure. it sounds like you had a great weekend 😊 I am super busy at work today. I'm trying to get a ton of stuff done since I will be out the rest of the week. My car is all packed up and I will be headed to Western Maryland mountains after work. Have a great week everyone!!!

I eat regular yogurt because I hate greek yogurt. Dannon makes a low sugar variety that is really good. I eat cottage cheese, and I only eat berries because they are a lower carb fruit. Sometimes I eat beans, but in small amounts. Basically I eat a variety of fish, chicken, turkey, some red meat, eggs, and vegetables. I don't eat anything low fat, but I don't target a specific level of fat either. I eat cheese almost everyday. I do not eat bread, rice, or pasta. Potatoes are a very rare treat in very small amounts. Salad greens and avocados are a favorite of mine also. I don't feel deprived eating this way at all.

I think if it was me I would try it. If it doesn't fit then don't worry, you know it will soon enough. Thank you for sharing what you are learning from the book on protein consumption. I will read it soon. I have it on my wish list on Amazon. I am doing well with low carb right now, but maybe re-evaluate when i get to maintenance. My arms are jiggley right now and I never thought they would be because most of my weight was in my belly. I am happy to hear you say it may change. It is a busy weekend for me getting prepared to leave on Monday for my camping trip. My daughter and grandkids are coming over for dinner tonight so I will be cooking up some arroz con pollo for everyone. Have a great weekend all!

I really like this Chike mocha coffee protein powder. It tastes great with unsweetened chocolate almond milk and some ice. I drink one every morning now. It has 20g of protein per serving.

You can get used to it. I was never a big fan of artificial sweeteners, but they don't affect my bs so I learned to like them in my coffee. I only use 1 teaspoon of splenda, and it tastes great to me now.

Very good point. We need some new things to focus on that also support our new healthy lifestyles. For me it is fitness, running specifically. I have set some short term and long term goals for races and this has really taken my emphasis away from losing weight already. I know the weight will come off so I am just eating right and working on building my running mileage.

For me lower carb works the best. I started eating LC back in January at 233 pounds and I lost down to 208 on my surgery date. The difference now is I am focusing on high protein. Having type 2 diabetes made this choice a no-brainer for me as my body is obviously very sensitive to carbs. Since surgery I have had normal BS and off all diabetes meds. This diet works because it is sustainable for me. My carbs usually fall out at around 25-30 net on a daily basis. One day a week I eat 40g net carbs as I have read and been told this is a good idea especially having a thyroid problem. My protein has been 75-100 consistently, and my calories are 950-1000. I have great energy and just feel healthy.

That happened to me this week except it was 1 pound.

i was 208 on the day of my surgery. I had been up as high as 255 and I have type 2 diabetes. I went for the sleeve because I did not want my intestines touched. I am happy with my choice. My diabetes is gone and the weight is coming off.

7/28/17 180.4 Scale didn't want to move this week.

Just keep in mind how far you've come and ask yourself is any of what you are craving really worth it? That works for me every time.

when I was still on full liquids I didn't wait to resume drinking fluids after drinking a shake, but once I started eating soft foods I did. The shakes count as fluid intake so treat the shakes like they are fluid once you start eating other things.

I am sure you will if you keep to your plan! We tend to lose a little slower because we are considered light weights, but I am still losing pounds and inches every month. Good luck!

It isn't that painful for everyone we all have different tolerances for pain. I didn't feel that bad at all. I never took a pain pill once I left the hospital. My worst pain was gas and a little nausea the first day. I don't want you to get super scared and back out.

I didn't have any pain after about 3 days post op. So I'm not sure what the average is, maybe I am a fast healer.

It probably isn't because you are hungry though. It is just acid and sometimes we mistake that for true hunger.

Wow, that is a new one for me. Why was there blood everywhere??? That didn't happen to me..

I am saving up for a tummy tuck and a boob lift. I think that is all I will need. I want a flat stomach and my boobs where they belong.,

Pre-op BMI 31.6 size-14-16 Current BMI 27.4 size 10

I did the same. I only told my immediate family and so far I am happy with my decision.

Glad to see you are doing well. I hope you continue to feel stronger.