Meadows76

Ah! Fiber One. Thanks for updating info!

Made pasta with this Hearts of Palms. Closest to consistency of pasta than zoodles or spaghetti squash.

Definitely not stupid question. I’m 11 months out. Not drinking 30 minutes before, during & after was the hardest habit to break. Now it’s second nature. It is lifetime. Theory is to always fill up with protein 1st to keep you satisfied & full. If you drink before eating fluid will fill part of pouch. If you drink during or after fluid will dilute protein. Works like a sieve & diluted protein passes thru quickly. You will then be hungrier sooner as protein not stored. And of course we want protein to last in body longer for muscle building & other essential properties protein supplies.

I’m 10 months out. I didn’t feel like myself until6 weeks.

Wanting to post but for some reason can’t find where to post pix on this thread😬

I’m 7 months out. HW 286 SW 245 CW 179. I only started to exercise now that in isolation. So most of my weight loss was prior to exercising. I’m in So FL where its hot & sunny. I’m fortunate to have pool. That’s where I do most exercise plus using hand weights. Haven’t seen big difference in any weight loss. But do see tighten of legs & some muscles developing! I don’t think muscles are so big that this is reason not seeing bigger weight loss. But do feel better. FYI- I do NOT like exercising. Never did. But slowly pushing myself.

Good for you!

Burping for me was clue when I was getting full. Not burping as much now. So I’m sure it will change for you too.

I know how exciting that is. My progression took longer than yours but I’m slow but steady. I, too, had 2x & even 3x. Yesterday I bought 2 tops in Misses XL! The right size & fit shows off your hard earned weight loss. I even had drawer of some smaller bras that I never even wore with tickets still on. Before surgery size 48 or even 50 cause I was so broad. Now some of these smaller bras fit & were 42 & 44! So encouraging even if scale doesn’t reflect #’s you want. Happy for you!

Had sleeve 9/23/19. Closing in to 50 lbs. From HW its 85. Last year when some of my basic clothing items were on sale I bought 2. One in then current smaller size then one size smaller. I’m now wearing the smaller size. I get rid of any clothes that are truly too big & not flattering. Will wear some tops that are a little bigger but not bottoms. I’m proud of my hard work & have no problem showing it off.

I never really burped before. Now I burp like truck driver when I’m getting full or am full. I think it is good Back up sign for me to let me know I must stop eating.

I eat out quite frequently as that was always my lifestyle. Just approach it entirely different now. Been going out since 5 weeks out. Greek is easy & go often. Initially had side of hummus. Other times soft gyro meat with tzaziki & a bit of tomato & cucumber with no skin. I always order from appetizer menu or sides & can always find something. My spending @ restaurants now is crazy. Where I used to spend on average $25-$40 now spend under $10! At Italian got side meatballs. Sports bar cup of chili. Sashimi @ sushi. Ma Po Tofu or Eggplant with some protein in garlic sauce @ Chinese. When in doubt I google if ok. Never feel cheated out that can eat & enjoy with friends. Besides it’s not just about the food. It’s also the company & possible ambiance of restaurant. Good luck!

1st day of pre op. Had 1st protein shake late AM. Didn’t want shake again for lunch. So had part of my pre planned dinner of small salad with vinaigrette dressing. Then rest of dinner a little later. Had 2nd shake 2hrs after dinner. Have no idea if this is ok.

My surgery date is 9/23. Tomorrow I start 2 week pre op diet.