Mallory R.

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Ways to have "Dumping" - Can you dump in the form of "explosive" diarrhea?  I have never dumped with throwing up except for the foamies, but every once in a while will have diarrhea?  Could this be my body...

Does this happen to you and is it normal? - Does this happen you you?  I do fine with the appropriate size breakfast, lunch and any snacks before 4:00 p.m. but when I take a bite (or two) of my evening meal I get majorily  a...

Boost brand drink for protein - I bought a pack of "Boost" Calorie Smart chocolate drink this a.m. at the grocery store.  It has 190 calories, 4g sugar, and 16 grams of protein.  Do you think is a good protein dr...

Diabetic foot ulcers after RNY surgery - Hi everyone - I recently had RNY surgery and am down 33.5 pounds.  I am off of all of my diabetic medication and a couple weeks away from healing a diabetic ulcer that is on the bo...

Foot ulcers after RNY surgery - Hi everyone - I recently had RNY surgery and am down 33.5 pounds.  I am off of all of my diabetic medication and a couple weeks away from healing a diabetic ulcer that is on the bo...

Last post - who deleted it??? - I did a post about 30 minutes ago on addictions.  Did the powers-that-be delete it???  Was it somehow inappropriate?

Big wake-up call for me - I have been thinking alot this week about addictions because of the death of Wittney Houston.  I have realized that I am no better than she is because my addiction to food is just ...

Daily HaHa! -

100% Fruit Juices - Are 100% - no sugar added fruit juices ok?  I know I need to delute them with water, but my pouch get's cranky with the ones with Splenda etc.  I have not tried the others ones yet...

Opinions please - I am about 2 1/2 weeks post-op and need to start getting into a habit of moving a lot more.  Here is my situation.  I have a cast (w/ walking boot) on my right foot that has been t...

Why am I happy??? - I just did my BMI from my last weigh-in and I went down from Super Obese to Morbid Obese.  WOO HOO!!! 

Doc recommendation for proterin - I had my 2 week post-op visit this morning and the doc said I should get between 20 - 30 grams of protein daily right now.  Is it just me or is that too low?

2 week post-op visit - Well, I went to my doctor today for my 2 week post-op visit and I am now officially in TWOOOOOO-VILLE.  YIPPEE!!!  I lost 18.5 pounds. This site is awesome and extremely helpful...

What song gets you "pumped" to do some e - Working on a playlist to get my "mojo" working to do some exercise.  What is on the top of your playlist?

Stretching out your pouch!!!!! - Ok - so I am nervous - how easy is it to stretch out your pouch?  I am 12 days post-op and I have no problems drinking a good amount of water at one time and just ate almost a full...

Clumping protein drink - Does anyone have any tips on mixing protein drinks so they won't clump up?  I have tried multiple things to no avail. Any tips would be appreciated. TaTa for now! 

A tip for people early post-op - I am only 9 days post-op and drinking the bariatric shakes.  I find them too sweet and leave a yuck-0 taste in my mouth.  If your tummy can handle take a teaspoon and eat a small a...

Protein Drink with out the powder - I do not like and really can't afford the protein powder for a protein shake.  Does anyone have any recipes for one made without the powder.  Would soy milk be higher in protein th...

Are there any amputees on here? - Just curious if there were any amputees on this site.  My diabetes caused me to lose my left foot.  I SOOOOO wish I would have had this surgery 5 years ago.  I am currently 6 days ...

Has this happen to you or am I overreacting? - I am 6 days post-op and I am worried because I have not gotten that full / bloated feeling as of yet.  I am not gulping water but I take pretty good size gulps and then a lot of ti...

A great day that turned to POOP!! - Well, I got up this morning feeling really good 4 days post-op.  Hubby and I decided to go to a movie.  When I got to the seat I realize that there was going to be a problem.  The ...

3 days post-op and feeling good! - Well, I am 3 days post-op and feeling pretty good.  Still very sore from the incisions but the pain meds make me feel worse than the yuckiness of the pain so I am only going to tak...

Duh moment - I am having a "duh moment."  How do I add my surgery date to my information.  I have looked all over the place on where to add it.

TOMORROW!!! - Well, tomorrow is the day for my procedure and I am so EXCITED!!  Lots to do after work to prepare but don't think I will be able to sleep a wink tonight. TaTa for now! 

Packing for the hospital - I know this may be a silly question but I am going to start packing for the hospital this weekend (my surgery is Wednesay) and wanted to know if there was anything that you wished ...