Hkinzfnp uploaded 2 photos 7 years, 5 months ago

Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 7 months ago

What a difference a year makes.  One year ago I was in the operating room seeking help with my lifelong battle with obesity.  I have never been so scared and hopeful all at the same time.

Today I am down 102 pounds from my surgery date and a to


Hkinzfnp uploaded 2 photos 7 years, 7 months ago

Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 8 months ago

Ive lived in Maine pretty much my whole life so when the temp is in the 90s I am HOT!  I made cucumbers stuffed with ground chicken and a lemon Greek yogurt sauce for lunch.  Light, cool and refreshing!  Here's the recipe for anyone looking for a light


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 8 months ago

Today was the day...I stepped on the scale and I have reached my personal goal of 100 pounds since surgery! A total weight loss of 120 pounds from when I entered the bariatric program.  I am more scared of maintenance then I was of surgery or weight lo


Hkinzfnp uploaded 2 photos 7 years, 8 months ago

Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 8 months ago

i have been eating eggs with either bacon or chicken sausage most every day for breakfast.  It's a meal that I really like but getting wicked tired of it.  And I'm finding that the protein shakes just don't fill me up like they used to.  Can anyone mak


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 9 months ago

So I have a remarkable ability to complicate things, so leave it to me to make something as simple as this concept and make it more complicated!!  Just returning from vacation, have gained only 1-2 pounds but have definitely allowed more carbs while aw


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 9 months ago

At this point in my weight loss journey (down 114 from my highest) I have a fair amount of loose skin, especially around my belly area.  It's been itching a ton.  Anyone else experience this??  Cause I'm starting to feel like a nut case!!


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 9 months ago

I am about 9 1/2 months out from surgery and several things are happening that stress me out and confuse me...

  1. Sudden increase in hunger and capacity: I haven't made any huge changes in what I eat but I sure have been hungry.  I try drin

Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 10 months ago

Almost 9 months post op and in the beginning I couldn't do this without the shakes, I had at least one a day instead of a meal, usually breakfast.  But kind of suddenly I'm finding that I'm not satisfied with drinking a meal, that I crave "real" food.


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 10 months ago

It has been 8 1/2 months since my VSG and I have lost 84 pounds, and a total of 104 from my highest weight.  I should be thrilled, but instead I feel anxious and confused.

My weight loss has slowed to an absolute crawl.  Last few weeks my numbe


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 11 months ago

When I do "manage my tickers" the top ticker shows up which is accurate.  But when I post another one shows up underneath.  It's a little thing but making me nuts...anyone else have this happen??


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 11 months ago

Like many other VSGers out there one of my goals is to run a 5k.  Yesterday I was able to jog 3 miles without stopping, although I am still very slow!  I am super excited though since I've never gotten this close to finishing the 5k program before!!


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 7 years, 12 months ago

I am a bit over 7 months post op.  Literally the only food that I don't tolerate is dry turkey.  Have never had issues with anything else.  Most days I land between 700-800ish calories.  My nutritionist wants minimum 65 grams of protein but I try to ge


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years ago

i am a little over 6 months post-op and just bought my 2nd box ever of protein bars.  I had bought some previously as I was vacationing in Florida and wanted something in case I need to replace a meal.  Took me ages to eat them all.  I just bought a va


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

I am down to 189 pounds since my VSG 8/24/15.  Totally excited!  I know that I should expect to lose weight in a stepwise fashion and that the scale is not something to obsess over.  However, the last few days I have gained 0.2 pounds each day, I haven


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

I am about 5 months out from my VSG and feeling great.  Until recently I had been eating 3 meals per day and sometimes a snack in the afternoon.  Lately I occasionally feel a bit hungry so will have a cheese stick between breakfast and lunch.  As I'm a


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

I am 4.5 months out from my VSG.  I am down 59 pounds since surgery, 79 pounds total.  Couldn't be more thrilled with the result!  My question is about how quickly people eat.  I measure every single thing that goes in my mouth, 2-3oz of protein and a


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

I am so excited, it finally happened!  This morning I weighed in at 199.2!  It's been a while since I've seen that number.  

Consult weight: 268

Surgery weight: 248

Today: 199.2 :)

I certainly wouldn't consider WLS the e


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

Cappy, you are a genius!  This was pretty easy to whip up and I will get 8 meals out of it to heat up for work.  Absolutely delicious!  Lots of protein and low in carbs.  This will become a staple for me and I highly recommend it!!


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

About 3 1/2 months since my VSG and I think I have entered my second stall.  I know that these happen and that's ok BUT I have stalled out between 200-201 pounds!!  I seriously couldn't have stalled out at 199??  I guess I need to remember that I have


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

So, my whole body including my chest has shrunk since surgery.  But apparently not enough...I've started the Couch to 5k running program and I have been uncomfortable when running.  Can anyone recommend a great, supportive sports bra??  Preferably not


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

Several years ago my husband bought me a beautiful mothers ring with my kids birthstones in it.  A year or two ago I had to take it off and put it in the jewelry box. The day I did that I'm sure I told myself I was just bloated or needed to drink more


Hkinzfnp posted a discussion topic 8 years, 4 months ago

Last week I started the Couch to 5K running program.  I had done it once years before when I was much lighter.  I saw some posts on the Fitness forum with some people saying they wouldn't run unless they were 175 pounds or less because they were worrie

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