learned2bskinny

Happy 53rd Birthday radams!

For me, it's a balancing act. Old habits could creep in, but I also gained 5lbs on vacation, and once I got home back to my eating plan, I lost it within 6 days. It's weird, and my surgeon told me to expect a 10lb bounce around up and down after I hit my year surgeriversary which is June 3rd. So I kind of see what he is talking about.

My nut recommended 1500-1800 calories a day. Limit white carbs to 80grams, up the protein to 80-100, and stay low fat since I had my stupid gallbladder removed and can't eat full fat stuff anymore. I eat lots of veggies, and pita chips. I am finally able to eat avocados and peanut butter again so I think those healthy fats are helping me maintain. Since February 4th, I've dropped 13lbs. The gallbladder surgery sent me into losing again.I still have amazing restriction, and still eat by the rules 90% of the time, but sometimes I'll eat more potatoes, pasta or rice and some veggies at some meals just because that's what my body is craving. I've gotten over head hunger. I still make the best choice when it comes to snacks, but I splurge a couple times a week.

Hey chickee, I'm 27lbs below goal. My nut increased my carbs, and calories. I have to eat a minimum of 1500 calories on average, and get in about 60-80 grams of carbs per day. If I eat fruit, I go way over that, but I'm still getting in about 60-100grams of protein. It's tough because I still lose a couple here and there. I have to honestly graze now to stop losing. I am even eating white carbs to stop the lose, my body is in overdrive it seems. I even had to quit cardio and heavy working out, and just focus on muscle building.

Congrats on getting to goal. Maintenance is tough for me. I found losing much easier. But, now I just eat whatever I want, and quit stressing over stuff. So, far I'm holding steady around 123lbs. I want to gain back up to about 128-130, but I think my body is comfortable right where it's at.

Hey Rosie! Sorry I haven't been online for months. Congrats on your weight loss. I bet you look great! I have lost 86 lbs. and am 15lbs under my goal. My problem now is how to stop losing and just maintain. NEVER thought that would be an issue! Well, take care and send a hi to your dad for me!

Hey Sleeve Sister!

How are you doing! It's been a long time. I saw your picture. You look amazing! I have thought about you a lot. I am so happy for you.

I've lost 96lbs! I can't believe it. I have just about 10lbs more to go. It is amazing that only 9 months ago I weighed about 100lbs more.

I'm so sorry I haven't been in touch. I lost my cell phone which had your number. But we just got a new computer and I can get online again much easier.

Hope to hear from you soon.

Love Rose

Hello,

I came across a response you put into the low bmi forum. I'm considering VSG with a low bmi of 31. I was just wondering what your experience has been like? Where did you have the procedure? Did you have any complications being such a low bmi? How fast did the weight come off? Do you have a hard time with not being able to eat?

Any insight you could provide would be SOOO appreciated.

omg i thought u weren't gonna change your name!! and u didn't even pick any of the names i picked out for u... bummer.

it's ok this name is cool too....looking good skinnygirl.