January 2013 Post Op

[ready2smile 138]

OK. I've lost 70lbs. I had a stall that lasted about a month' date=' I wasn't getting all my fluids or Protein in. After I started doing that the weight fell off. Well now I'm leaving for vacation in the next couple weeks and I'm worried that I'm going to screw up. I do want to be able to eat a lil and maybe even a adult drink. Any advice?. I'm going to an Island for almost 3 weeks so there is no fast food but a bunch of mom and pop places. Help[/quote']

I just got back from a 4 day vacation fail so the best advice I can give is this: if you track, keep doing it (I did not and even though it seemed like I was eating small portions and making fairly decent choices, I had more "bad foods" than my body was used too, and the tiny amounts i consumed made no difference. I also drank more than I was use too, not a big alcohol drinker and hadn't had more than a couple glasses of wine since surgery-so it shocked my body and clung to all the empty calories. That being said, its my opinion that a few small sized adult drinks isn't a big deal on vacation, (i went a little over board one day) but if you do, double the Water for the amount of alcohol you intake. I did not. I also didn't take my Protein Powder with me, and didn't eat the Protein Bars I took. My body really needed that good fuel. I did a lot of walking, but still gained 2.5lbs. Last year on this same trip I think I gained about 5, but it was middle of summer and I sweat much more-Vegas in June is a whole diff ball game than Vegas in April. Mind you I was miserable last year with myself/situation, and this year I was able to zip line, fit in my airplane seatbelt with ease, and do/walk all I wanted without getting tired.

With that being said, enjoy yourself and don't stress about it. Just use your new tool and good habits to help guide your eating and drinking. I don't regret what I ate, just wish I had paid more attention to my water and protein intake; a week later I was back down the 2.5 + another 2. Travel food tips: high protein beef Jerky (walmart great value brand has 14g), protein bars, crystal light for waters, skinny cow candies (if you ever get a sweet tooth they are about 120 calories so they're better than eating a full candy bar or using 500+ calories for dessert) and find a way to take your Protein Drinks or see if they are available there. I didn't check a bag, just took a carry on and was afraid to bring a "powdery" substance through security, lol.

Congrats on the fabulous loss and happy vacationing!!!

[Nicole K 352]

I just got back from a 4 day vacation fail so the best advice I can give is this: if you track' date=' keep doing it (I did not and even though it seemed like I was eating small portions and making fairly decent choices, I had more "bad foods" than my body was used too, and the tiny amounts i consumed made no difference. I also drank more than I was use too, not a big alcohol drinker and hadn't had more than a couple glasses of wine since surgery-so it shocked my body and clung to all the empty calories. That being said, its my opinion that a few small sized adult drinks isn't a big deal on vacation, (i went a little over board one day) but if you do, double the Water for the amount of alcohol you intake. I did not. I also didn't take my Protein powder with me, and didn't eat the protein bars I took. My body really needed that good fuel. I did a lot of walking, but still gained 2.5lbs. Last year on this same trip I think I gained about 5, but it was middle of summer and I sweat much more-Vegas in June is a whole diff ball game than Vegas in April. Mind you I was miserable last year with myself/situation, and this year I was able to zip line, fit in my airplane seatbelt with ease, and do/walk all I wanted without getting tired. <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

With that being said, enjoy yourself and don't stress about it. Just use your new tool and good habits to help guide your eating and drinking. I don't regret what I ate, just wish I had paid more attention to my water and protein intake; a week later I was back down the 2.5 + another 2. Travel food tips: high protein beef Jerky (walmart great value brand has 14g), protein bars, crystal light for waters, skinny cow candies (if you ever get a sweet tooth they are about 120 calories so they're better than eating a full candy bar or using 500+ calories for dessert) and find a way to take your protein drinks or see if they are available there. I didn't check a bag, just took a carry on and was afraid to bring a "powdery" substance through security, lol.

Congrats on the fabulous loss and happy vacationing!!! <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />[/quote']

I brought individual packets of Syntrax Nectar Protein Shakes that you mix with water. Make sure it's bottled water at the island. They have yummy flavors. You can bring these packets on the plane too. Just have to buy water beyond security check point. If you mix it before you will have to throw it out.

[Frogjlr 57]

Thank yawll so much. I see my dietician tomorrow. Got lits of questions. Thanks. I love this place and the amazing people on here. God Bless

[Strong Motivated Sista 67]

Down To 176 lbs So Far Still Climbing To Reach My Goal

[G-MaYoYo 29]

4 months & 60 lbs down

[ready2smile 138]

4 months & 60 lbs down

You look fantAbulous!

[Frogjlr 57]

I love spicy foods, but since surgery I have to have hot sauce on everything and a lot if it. Does anyone else have this or is it common?

[jayla_mom_of2 25]

I have to have hot stuff and jalapeños on everything too. I've hit another stall and this one is just making me super mad. I'm stuck at 204 fr about two weeks now. I'm so close to being under 200 that it driving me nuts. I am doing the insanity workout and feeling better about myself. So far I've lost 61 pounds and I think it's great. Just ready to reach my next milestone.

[Frogjlr 57]

My starting weight was 372 on Jan 7th and today I'm 298. I feel great. Getting ready to go in our 2 week vacation on Anna Maria Island. I'm gonna go par a sailing. Super excited. Never would have even thought about it before.

[Frogjlr 57]

My starting weight was 372 on Jan 7th and today I'm 298. I feel great. Getting ready to go in our 2 week vacation on Anna Maria Island. I'm gonna go par a sailing. Super excited. Never would have even thought about it before.

[Frogjlr 57]

Woe. Im sorry that posted so many times. Lol. Oops

[Marla 35]

Gaining weight! Very frustrated!

[tika76 21]

4 months & 60 lbs down

Congrats! You look beautiful!!!!

[G-MaYoYo 29]

You look fantAbulous!

Thanks so much!!!!

[G-MaYoYo 29]

Congrats! You look beautiful!!!!

Thanks so much!!!!