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exercise at least 3-5 times a week

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Fit comfortably in an airplane seat.

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Weigh less than 250 pounds!

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weigh under 200 lbs!

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Reach a size in the teens.

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Uyen Chu, M.D.
Initially, I was referred to Dr. Stevens; however, he was out ill and I met with Dr. Chu. My first impression was neutral. I have received high accolades from many about Dr. Chu and her expertise. No complaints about her care. A member of my bookclub works with her in the OR as a surgical nurse, and she feels Dr. Chu is a leader in her field. She told me that if she had to choose, she would choose Dr. Chu. The office staff are cordial and very knowledgable. She answered all of my questions appropriately and knowledgably. Surgical competence, for this kind of procedure, is foremost with me, and she has clearly demonstrated an adept hand. Her kind, gentle, calming bedside manner is an asset.
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kstorm6's Blog

One-Year Surgiversary: And miles to go before I sleep...
posted on 3/4/09 6:32 pm
    

I can't believe it's been a year already.  127 pounds.  That's a whole person.  I've been sabotaging myself, and I know it's time to get back on track so I can lose the rest of the weight.  Nutter Butter cookies, Mini Oreos, Mini Chips Ahoy, M&Ms, cookies, cakes, carrot cake from Copeland's...It has to stop NOW!  I don't get as sick with refined sugars anymore.  Pure sugar still does make me ill with sweating and mild nausea.  Most of the time I just deal with the effects to satisfy my sugar habit.  One taste of sugar and I'm hooked for the day.  I've started the protein shakes again more regularly and decided to lay off bananas and grapes.  Hopefully, this will cut the carbs that may be causing me to retain and/or gain weight at times.  Less than 1200 calories is hard to do. One day, I almost ate a whole Whopper AND onion rings.  Other days, I can't eat much at all, but those days are few and far between. Planning my meals would be so much more effective.  At one point,  thought I had gained 5-10 pounds!!!
     I'm dreading my appointment with Dr. Chu next week.  I know she's gonna come down on me for my lack of commitment.  The good thing is that I exercised a couple weeks ago, but I hurt myself AGAIN.  I had to get a massage to ease the knots.  Now that I'm planning to relocate soon, I'm not sure if I should spend the money to hire a trainer right now.  I guess it wouldn't hurt!
     Please send me all your prayers and encouragement as well as a "shame on you" for not being more committed.  Wish me well.


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