http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/jewels1111's Bloghttp://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,204128/Mon, 03 Nov 2008 11:23:00 -0800http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,204128/I had my 6 month check up with Dr. Glass in October and everything looks great!  My lab work came up normal, which I was relieved at.  I didn't want to take more supplements.  I've still struggled getting my protein in.  I've also had hair loss - not where it ... http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,182027/Thu, 07 Aug 2008 09:54:00 -0700http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,182027/I had my 3 month check up with Dr. Glass (one month late).  He seemed pleased with my weight loss but always has more that I need to be doing better.  He states that I need to be eating more meat and quit with soft foods.  Cottage cheese is just ... http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,162016/Sun, 25 May 2008 14:13:00 -0700http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,162016/I'm now able to eat whatever I want and man, is it difficult!!  I'm trying to get in all of my protein and liquids, vitamins and supplements.  I met with the dietician earlier this week and she stated that I was probably consuming about 16-20 grams of protein a day ... http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,156452/Sat, 03 May 2008 11:39:00 -0700http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,156452/This is my last weekend only consuming liquids.  I have my 4 week follow up appointment with Dr. Glass on Monday and will advance to soft foods.  I am so ready.  I'm getting sick of Boost and Crystal Lite.  The weekends have been the most difficult, since I seem to ... http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,154551/Sat, 26 Apr 2008 17:22:00 -0700http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,154551/Well, this has not been a good weekend so far.  I am feeling depressed because I miss food.  I'm not hungry at all, but I just want to eat for the taste and comfort.  I feel like a person with an addiction having a craving - I've been able to ... http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,151977/Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:17:00 -0700http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,151977/Well, I did attend work on Wednesday, which went very well.  I decided to take off of Thursday and Friday and will be going back on a full time basis on Monday.  Recovery has been going very well.  I'm trying to get my Boost down.  I haven't felt too hungry, ... http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,149993/Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:05:00 -0700http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,149993/Well, I made it through!!  The surgery went well and I'm now back at home.  Of course, I planned to rest today but my son had to stay home from day care sick and my other son got a snow day since we're having a blizzard in April - got ... http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,148548/Sat, 05 Apr 2008 18:44:00 -0700http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,148548/Well, the liquid diet has been undescribeable.  I started out and things were rough.  Then they got better and now we're in a rough patch again.  I'm dreaming about food every night.  The one thing I'm proud of is I haven't cheated once.  I do feel like I'm grieving over ... http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,144039/Thu, 20 Mar 2008 07:20:00 -0700http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,144039/I created a list of things I want to do when I lose weight. 1) Run a short marathon 2) Teach an aerobics class 3) Wear a swimsuit and feel proud 4) Shop at Victoria Secret and actually buy something for myself 5) Get a new wardrobe by shopping in stores besides Lane Bryant 6) Fit ... http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,143087/Mon, 17 Mar 2008 08:12:00 -0700http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jewels1111/blog/action,comments/blog_post_id,143087/Right now, I'm anticipating the liquid diet...yep, that's right,  I said anticipating.  I start my liquid diet on March 26 and it can't come soon enough.  I have been in a "last supper" stage for a few weeks and have faced food with total disregard of nutritious value.  I have ...