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Shrinking - in height -  Is it true that you can shrink after this diet?  Or is it because we get smaller in weight we just look shorter?  My family thinks I'm getting short... I've been 5'5" and at the h...

Silly but outstanding NSV -  So, today, I had a meeting at one of our satellite offices.  Their conference room has chairs with 'firm' arms - they do not move when you sit down.  Has been pretty uncomfortable...

Protein drinks - blech -  I can't take the taste of protein drinks anymore... they seem to get stuck.  I've tried every powder - online and from the store - liquid and more.  I've mixed with fruit, coffee,...

Six Star Protein Energy Shot -  Found this - what do you guys think of it?  The label reads very low in carbs/sugar and high in protein... Thoughts?

Surprise NSV - oh my!! -  I had to go to a meeting and after the 'meet & greet' I settled in a chair.  As the meeting progressed, I realized that I had crossed my legs.... not 'man-style' and was comfortab...

Gall bladder - Anyone else having pain from theirs?  Mine was 'healthy' so it wasn't removed at my VSG surgery.  Crap, I cannot even emotionally handle surgery right now.  I'm just now recovering...

Eating after VSG and (ladies) hot flashes -  I was sleeved on 12/5 and am doing pretty good in getting food/protein and fluids down.  However, after eating, I feel almost nauseous and have hot flashes. SO, is this my new ...

Kohl's clothes today!!

30 days post-op update and 1st noticeable NSV!! -  It's been 30 days since my sleeve.  Down about 37 pounds.  First day at work, trying not to miss my mid-morning nap! :)  It's been quite a journey: - Flew to Florida for 2 weeks ...

Dec 5 surgery update - kinda long - I was whining and in so  much pain when I got home from my 12/5 surgery and I vented on this forum.  Thanks for your support!  I went to my 10 day followup - down 14 pounds since s...

Day 6 ramblings -  Good afternoon suppor group!  Not sure what I would do without you guys... so thanks for your encouragement and support!! Today is day 6... I'm SO tired of clear liquids and am...

Day 5 ramblings -  Difference a day makes!!  Today, still feel pretty sore, but better managed today.  Still cannot tolerate protein shakes... the smells/taste make me nauseous.  Tried to add to dec...

Day 4 ramblings... not happy -  I had surgery on Monday, 12/5.  Home from hospital Wednesday and my primary thoughts are OMG WTH did I do to  myself? I can't even wipe my own bottom due to the pain.  I've not th...

Dec 5 - oh boy!! - Counting down to tomorrow morning - be at the hospital by 6 am...

Dec 5 - wow... that's close -  After everything that I've thought about, prayed about, had tested, etc., and now here it is... right around the corner, it's hard to believe.  All the last minute jitters are set...

Stenosis (Strictures) -  Anyone with a sleeve have the issue of strictures following surgery?

12/5 is FAST approaching - Went to my 3 hour orientation... feel a little overwhelmed... somehow I didn't connect that 12/5 is right around the corner... literally!!  Been heading to this point since May 26....

Acronymns - Many are using acronymns and I guess I'm too new to understand: VS vs VSG - both Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy? NUT NSV  Thanks - It's like learning to text all over again!!!...

Concerns - rambling - Scheduled 12/5 - leave for family vacation 12/23 for the holidays.  I'm concerned about traveling, what if I 'spring a leak' or have pain while I'm away from my surgeon/physician. ...

Acrylic Nails -  I've had acrylic nails for 15 years.  what is the impact on acrylic nails and VSG?

Negative issues -  I know I'm doing this for me... my health... my life... my husband is being SO supportive... He is wonderful.  But, and you knew this was coming, he's the only one.  My sisters ar...