mandygarden
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years ago
Thunder Bay finally has a support group!! Our first meeting is Thursday, March 26th. If you are interested, please contact Mandy at [email protected] for more information. I do have a question for those who have started or are part of a support group
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Favourite protein powder brands - Looking for some suggestions for good tasting protein powders and where to get them. Unfortunately I don't have access to a Popeyes, Costco or SAMs. I can order online but shipping...
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Protein shakes - I'm only 3 days post op but I was just wondering if I could use frozen fruit in my protein shakes or do I have to wait until the purée stage? What about natural peanut butter?? Hav...
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
On the bench! - Hi everyone! Surgery was yesterday and all went well. I've spent the day sipping, walking and passing gas! Lol. Looking forward to healing and moving towards a new chapter in life....
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Make room on the bench!! - Hello and happy Tuesday! Surgery is tomorrow and I'm super excited! I didn't think it would be here so fast. Make room on the bench!
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
One week to go and trying to hold on - Heeeellloo Everybody!! One week to go and this week has been exhausting already. Had a few blips so far with the Thunder Bay clinic trying to work out all the new kinks with the...
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Homemade broth on Opti - Can I make my own broth if I strain it and skim off the fat while I'm on Opti. The book says it has to be under 10 calories per serving but how will I know the calorie count of a ...
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Add me to the surgery list!! - Met the new surgeon today and I start 3 weeks of Optifast tomorrow for my surgery on Wednesday August 27th!! So very excited and nervous. Thank you everyone for such amazing advic...
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Thunder Bay on the Surgery Map - Hello everyone! I am very excited to announce that next week I have my appointment to meet the two new surgeons who have started their practice at the Thunder Bay Bariatric Treatme...
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 9 months ago
Support Group in Northern Ontario - Hello everyone! Exciting news for Thunder Bay! We have two new surgeons here and they are starting surgeries in early August. Does anyone know of a support group that meets in Thu...
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 9 years, 12 months ago
Fit Bit - Hello Everyone! My journey is well on its way here in Thunder Bay. We are expecting our surgeons to start taking patients here in the summer so I'm still unsure if I will be havin...
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Any Northern Ontario's?? - My referral to the northern Ontario
Bariatric treatment centre has been made! The ball is rolling and I'm soooo excited. Anyone have advice on visiting this clinic or have travell...
mandygarden posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Heavy enough? -
I am 35 yrs old, 5'4" and I'm 240 lbs. I have been struggling with my weight almost my whole life. I have seen numerous dietitians, social workers etc. I have many health iss...
