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Biotin and Eyelashes - I have been using Biotin daily since my RNY almost 18 months ago. Although I have had significant hair loss, I know it is growing back. Another plus from taking the Biotin is th...

RNY Reversal - Has anyone had, heard of, or know anyone that has had to have their RNY reversed because of excessive weight loss and not being able to maintain a healthy weight? I bypassed my ...

Poison Ivy and steroids - I did some spring weeding and have developed poison ivy, sumac or oak (not sure which), and I'm very sensitive to them. I always need a shot plus oral treatment to get rid of it...

You know you've had WLS when..... Everyone chime i - Lets lighten the mood and have a little fun. You know you've had WLS when... I'll go first   You take so many pills that you have no room in your pouch to eat. You l...

Below goal, new problems, need help! Long rant - I am just a year out, I reached my goal at 10 months and now am below goal with orders to gain 8-10 pounds. Body fat % is just under 18, I am 5' 5" tall and 55 years old. I weig...

10 months out - I had my RNY 10 months ago on April 9th. Today on my 10th month surgiversary, I find myself under my goal weight, down a whopping 116 pounds. I weigh 119 now. I have been trying...

BMI, body fat and other guidelines - Good morning folks! I was never really given a weight loss goal to work towards. After an informal discussion 120 pounds was mentioned.  I am closing in on that goal at 9 months...

Carbonyl Iron Question - I have been taking carbonyl iron post op. As with any supplemental iron, it makes my stools black. Recently, that changed. I haven't changed my dose of iron and yet my stools ar...

Holiday weight loss - How did everyone do with their weight loss and holiday eating. I didn't gain any weight and this past week lost a few ounces. But the week before I had lost 7 pounds. I am only ...

Buying childrens clothes after RNY! - I am just a few pounds away from goal. I weighed in this morning at 129 pounds. I am 5' 5 1/2" tall and have now lost 106 pounds in less than 9 months. I have done extremely wel...

Joined the Century Club! - I just joined the "Century Club", having now lost 104 pounds. I don't know how to get the century club sticker for my posts. Could someone please help me. I am also kind of perp...

The power of positive thinking re: WLS - When reading the Title and content of some of the posts I have come to realize something. So many posts have a "negative" feel to them. If you think negative, it is going to be ...

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Transitioning into Maintenance - I am 7 months out, doing great, labs are wonderful and not scheduled to see my surgeon or nut until my 1 year Surgiversary. I am getting close to my goal weight, if you talk to ...

Is it ever ok to drink with meals? New twist on an - I go out to a nice restaurant about every 2 weeks. I like my steak dinner with salad and side. I do not drink with meals and I wait usually an hour after to start drinking again...

I need help with a craving. - I have followed my surgeon's and nuts plan since surgery. I'm about 6 1/2 months out and for the past few days, my sweet tooth has kicked in. I haven't given into it those cravi...

Skinny Friends becoming distant - This is bothering me. I told many of my friends about my rny, both skinny and obese friends. As I have lost weight, my skinny friends have become more distant, but my bigger friend...

Too much exercise? - I am officially 6 months post rny today. I am down 82 pounds. I eat only till satisfied, protein first, I'm sure you know the drill. Just wondering if there is such a thing as too ...

A Poll: Still needing CPAP post op? - I was wondering how many pre-ops that needed CPAP still need it post-op. If you were able to stop using it, how soon after your surgery did it take and how much weight had you lost...

No more granny panties...could be TMI - Well, I'm officially 5 months out from my RNY and I've lost a little more than 70 pounds. Now that I am slimmer, I tried on a matching bra and thong and WOW, I looked good in them....

Question about posting a profile pic - I haven't uploaded any pics of myself or even an avatar picture. I have several I would like to use. Whenever I try to post a picture of myself, it says it is too large. I have tri...

Exercise question for you guru's. - I work out several days a week at home. I do not belong to a gym. I ride my recumbent bicycle anywhere from 1-3 hours a day. I also use a pair of 3 pound weights for my arms and I ...

Grateful NSV's. What NSV's are you thankful for? - I haven't posted much about my progress so far. Tomorrow will make 4 months since my RNY and I've been thinking of all the things that have improved in my life and wanted to share ...