BlondePatriotInCDA

I've officially lost one of me! I was always 108-120lbs until the last 10 years, I weighed in today and have officially lost 121bs A whole other me and boy am I glad to see her go..she wasn't the nicest person..always making me feel like garbage! AND Its getting cold out and I dug through my clothes looking for my fleece leggings, once I found them I didn't think...put them on, stood up and they dropped to my ankles, I about tripped! Happy and sad all at once...they used to be my favorite cozy warm leggings!

I too have noticed the "influences" being antioats. When I was referring to researching oats and finding they're not as good for you as they've once thought, I was referring to American grown / and or processed oats oatmeal. Too many residual pesticides, GMO's, cross contamination, fertilizers and finally stripping the grain. Make sure you choose non processed high fiber oats full husk types!

Lol I used to eat oatmeal, but after researching it and finding its not really good for you if its oats grown in the U.S (regardless of it being grown organically steel cut etc..) I quit!

I just wanted to say I've noticed in just your profile pictures your weight loss, you were beautiful before but you're gorgeous now - those cheek bones! Keep up the great progress!

I suppose I'm one of the few people after reading responses to the OP's post who haven't had their past food cravings or the food they love change. I still want pizza, phad Thai and Chinese food etc. No, grilled fish doesn't suddenly appeal to me anymore than it did before surgery, in no way is grilled fish comparable to fish and chips to me. I don't suddenly find a piece of fruit better than a brownie. There are times I'd kill for a roll or a sandwich with actual bread (not keto tree bark full grain bread) and yes I become resentful. I'm being totally honest, healthy alternatives don't taste as good (to me) and trying to change food I love/loved to a "healthier" version just isn't the same and doesn't taste anything close leading me to; 1. A waste of time and energy and cost, cooking/cleaning afterwards 2. Total disappointment and yes anger. I explain this because I found myself becoming upset because I wasn't and haven't experienced the sudden love of healthier food like others here on this forum leading me to be upset with myself. So, I'm being honest about my personal experience. There are some alternatives I have found such as Yasso "ice cream" bars and Wilde chicken chips, but that's about it. Unfortunately, I find myself just not eating opposed to stuffing yet another high protein non tasty food into my mouth. To combat this I stick to a few things I do like (you should know I've had food issues my whole life, in fact I almost died as a child because I'm an extremely picky eater - food texture issues). So, this is on me. I do get the required protein or close by drinking a fairlife protein drink. I say all this because the taste for healthier food doesn't happen for everyone and I don't want you thinking it most definitely will for you then if not wondering what's wrong with you!. I've only experienced dumping one time, but for the most part I can eat what I used too, the difference is I chose not too. Being thin to me is by far better than eating something I love and enjoy. Does it take a lot of joy out of my life? Yes, celebrations/holidays just aren't the same. I'm not trying to depress you, I'm sure you have enough of that as it is, but I am being realistic. You need to determine what your real priorities are; 15 mins of eating enjoyable food or 24/7 of being thinner and healthy? It all comes down to the mentality of it. Having your head straight on what you really want. I truly hope you're one of the lucky ones as all those who've responded thus far and you find healthier alternatives you like or you just don't like your old food loves, but be aware that might not happen and start getting it straight in your head now. Thinner/healthier/longer life/decreased co-morbidities vs. 15 minutes of food enjoyment and weight gain? Lastly, If I really want something I get it, take a few bites and physically walk away from it. I throw it away before I eat more or give it to my husband.. either way I get away from it. It all comes down to choices and what's really important to you. Good luck, you got this, you've haven't gone through all this just to throw away your opportunity for a healthier thinner life. It would be a tragedy for getting a few good tasty bites in. I really hope I haven't burst your bubble after reading others more positive your tastes will change posts, I wanted you to also read there are others who aren't that lucky but still do what's right for a healthier thinner life. Its all getting the mindset down and if all you read was just the your food tastes will change posts and that never happens you'll blame yourself like I did. I hope this helps you. Some may condemn me for my less than positive post, but I've always been a realistic no rainbows flying out my backside type and I would have appreciated both sides of it right after surgery so I knew all possibilities. Lastly, don't condemn yourself if you do cheat occasionally, just up step up and eat right next time!

"So I tried to walk with my thighs rubbing against each other and I ended up tripping myself because my shoes kept hitting against each other lol That was definitely crazy. But I love it!!! 😂😂😂 Thank you for the visions laugh!

Everyone's body and experience is different. Just trust the process and wait it out. You retain fluids after surgery.. Give it time.

Do what's right for you. Its your decision and your health. Period.

"lot of people don't know that most diabetics of color have dark rings around the neck called acanthosis". White people also have this sign/symptom of insulin resistance. Mine disappeared along with my weight loss too! Although, I was prediabetic.

I'm confused as to what "results" you're expecting? If you've had your psychological evaluation appointment and they've not called you to tell you that they need to postpone or cancel your appointments OR schedule more psychological sessions before you can progress afterwards you basically have your results - you're still in the program and are still going through the insurance required hoops. Am I missing something, or reading your question incorrectly? I'm fairly certain at the time of your evaluation the psychologist/ counselor would have told you that you weren't ready for the surgery or you couldn't move on to the next step! Everyone I know who couldn't go to the next steps was told they'd require a "few more therapy sessions" before they could have the surgery at the time of their original session. I wouldn't worry about your "results" but, if you are call them and ask!

Do you have another appointment at the clinic, dietician... Doctor...? If so, you have your answer. Fairly certain if you've had your evaluation and they didn't tell you there were questions or wanted to schedule another psych evaluation you're good. I never received "results"... the hoops just continued..

My evaluation was pretty useless. It took at most 15 minutes and the only thing they asked is why I thought surgery would work and what I was going to do differently.. Maybe a few more but I do remember thinking it was a complete waste of time and money, just one more hoop completed I had to jump through to get the surgery. I wouldn't worry about it. I also completed a questionnaire.. But if they were already made aware of your health history and you're still going through the process you're good. Just remember its not a session to unload all your emotional baggage - its a time to go through their hoops to get approval. Say all the right things unless you personally feel that you're not emotionally ready for it.

So, they were unable to determine what caused your hives, "Chronic idiopathic Urticaria" = Unknown Cause of hives. I hope they go away quickly for you!

@ShoppGirl thanks, I didn't know about the drop down thing!

Exactly, if taking biotin you need to stop 3 days before a blood test!

That's the way it always works 😔 Its never the other way around unfortunately. Sorry for the let down!!

Perhaps instead of trying to get "meals" down, start with just a few sips here and there throughout the day - space your nutrition out all day long. As Shoppgirl said, try different brands, perhaps one will work with your system better. Are you getting water down? I personally added protein to my fluids because I wasn't getting enough with my meals. It doesn't have to be much each time. Lastly, peanut butter is oily regardless of the brand, my guess is the fat might be causing issues as well as the sugar in berries could all be culprits. Peanut butter makes me nauseous. Have you eaten anything that doesn't make you nauseated? If so stick with that for awhile, better to get the same thing down you than nothing! I hope you feel better soon!

I've recently had those tests, they were a few points above "normal" but doctor said "in the margin of error" for lab values and wasn't worried. Thanks! Great info!

It was, but like me you too will come out the other end! Just trust the process!

I'm fairly certain its the other way around. The only thing you actually lose in hot weather is water weight causing dehydration. So make sure you drink more water with perhaps a bit of sodium added to your food! "You won't burn more calories in the heat, but that may be a different story in cold weather. According to the National Institutes of Health, the body works very hard to maintain its internal body temperature in both hot and cold environments. Yet, when it's cold, heat loss occurs and the internal body temperature drops, the hypothalamus (a small region in the brain) increases the body’s metabolism to generate heat. In addition, the muscles involuntarily contract to cause shivering and generate heat. Shivering also burns calories. However, a drop in body temperature or shivering only occurs in extreme and potentially life-threatening circumstances. Living in a cold climate does not necessarily translate to calorie burn." https://www.today.com/health/diet-fitness/burn-calories-heat-rcna157769

😁 Yeah it was, it was at 5 months in. My GP put me on Ozempic to break it! Now its coming off, just real slow. My first stall was 3.5 weeks, so I'm sure yours is coming to an end! Good luck and keep up the great work!

I'll trade you, I went 3.5 months on a stall!

Wow, first time I'm "hearing" about this. Which enzymes show up as off? Is there a reason? My liver thus far is ok, but my kidneys have been a little off - up a few points that the doctor attributes to "lab errors" or "lab differences" since its just a few points above normal. Thanks for sharing!

Lol funny, I refused to wear leggings before WLS having seen too many obese women wear them and thinking why, I didn't like my fat rolls why would I encase them in sausage casing for all to see??! Now its pretty much all I wear!

"show off my toned knees." 😂😂 I love it! Gotta love toned bones!