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amccu18007’s Posts

amccu18007
on 2/4/13 6:40 pm

Topic: RE: Anyone else just live their life?

Your story sounds similar to mine. I just live. I maintain my weight without effort and no counting. However, I have started to work out as I want to become stronger and healthier( ie. raising my good cholesterol). People can't believe that I have ever had weight loss surgery.i bounce between 135 and 142 depending on my cycle. My size never changes despite weight gain or loss.

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 1/31/13 5:52 pm

Topic: RE: How the heck do you post a picture in this thing?

Don't you have to save it to your profile and then drag it to the reply screen from there??

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 1/31/13 5:49 pm

Topic: RE: 8 Month Update with Pics

Great job!!! Keep it up. I understand the no money thing...however, I have decided to use this time to try things on to find my style. I try on EVERYTHING :)

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 9/7/12 5:03 pm

Topic: RE: X-Post : Stevia - bitter aftertaste?

Same aftertaste with it?

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 9/7/12 3:21 pm

Topic: RE: X-Post : Stevia - bitter aftertaste?

I find different tastes with different brands. Have you tried the stevia in the raw? I haven't but sugar in the raw is great.

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 9/7/12 3:16 pm

Topic: RE: Should I drop back to liquids or mushy stuff?

Stay off the scale! Focus on healing, the wight will come off when your body is ready. Congrats and good luck!

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 9/7/12 12:43 pm

Topic: RE: Little scared but not enough to stop me

You ere not alone. I think everyone here has had some type of worry about this surgery. You will know when you are ready

good luck to you!

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 9/7/12 12:39 pm

Topic: RE: What happens if you forget to eat with a DS?

I think everyone is different. I get shaky and get a slight headache.I don't feel typical hunger pains or signs though.

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 9/2/12 7:21 pm

Topic: RE: surgery 3 1/2 days ago

Keep sipping and walking and you will fell better soon. 5weeks was my magic number and you will be there in no time! Everyday you make it through is one day closer to feeling normal again! Good luck to you and congrats

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 8/31/12 7:55 pm

Topic: RE: Now What?

You need to get over the hurdle of the pills. Chewables taste like ass IMO. Just practice swallowing your pills. As for the protein, your tastes will change after the surgery and you should be able to get your protein from food after a short while if you still cant find a powder that you like.you will do wht you need to or your will feel terrible. You can do this!

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 8/30/12 9:32 pm

Topic: RE: Achy Joints?

Oth yorkie, have you been tested for lyme's disease? It is easy to get and shows the same symptoms......I hope that you are feeling better soon.

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 8/29/12 2:57 am

Topic: RE: craving dill pickels!

I second just getting a spoon full of the juice. It is very refreshing.

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 8/29/12 2:45 am

Topic: RE: What's the truth about POOP?

My poo smells worse now. However, I poo on a schedule now. Once upon waking and then about a half hour later. It's like clockwork. I am 2 years out. I don't have a lot of gas unless I eat a TON of carbs. I have no intolerances. I wouldnt have a rny no matter what.

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 8/29/12 2:34 am

Topic: RE: TO DS or not to Ds..??

Who is your doctor??

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 8/29/12 2:25 am

Topic: RE: DS done now everything hurts to eat and has weird texture

Sounds like you need another round of medicine for the thrush. I needed two after surgery because of the same gritty feeling. As for the air bubbles, maybe you need to eat more slowly. Sometimes, if you eat too quickly, you swallow a lot of air.Good luck!

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 8/29/12 2:20 am

Topic: RE: Sister is having DS

Best of luck to her both on her surgery and the fact the she has you to guide her!

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 8/29/12 12:44 am

Topic: RE: Post Op / Pre Op - Energy Level

I feel like 6 weeks was my magic number. It was like a light switch for me. You will get there! Everyday is one step closer to feeling like you again

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140

amccu18007
on 8/29/12 12:42 am

Topic: RE: Surgery Date!!!

Congrats! Get as fit as possible. It will help your recovery a lot! Prepare as much as possible ahead of time as the first two weeks are hard( You are tired and sore). Good luck!

Amanda
SW 269 CW 135.6 GW 140