rhudson posted a discussion topic 6 years, 11 months ago

Can anyone recommend a competent surgeon to perform the hanging skin surgeries in the Chicagoland area that will work with the insurance company to get as much covered as possible? And who won't hesitate to give you a cost for the procedures that aren


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 1 month ago

Ok -- weighed myself this morning and I have a "normal" BMI of 24.8 - I haven't seen that number or my current weight of 140 in over 20 years.  Feeling pretty great right about now.  


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

I sent my friends the info below because many of them asked us what diet we were following.  I had sent them the key bullet points of the eating plan - knowing how hard it is - and they haven't really been able to follow it for any period of time.


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

Happy Friday everyone!!  Hope everyone has a great weekend.

Breakfast:  syntrax nectar protein drink

Lunch:  split pea soup, skirt steak

Dinner:  chicken marsala, green beans

V & W:  on track

Exercise:  feeling s


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

Breakfast:  syntrax nectar protein shake

Lunch:  chicken marsala w/melted mozzarella

Dinner:  grilled chicken breast w/mushrooms and cheese - sort of marsala-ed

W & V:  on target

Exercise:  over 10,000 steps so far 


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 2 months ago

I truly hope everyone's 2016 is beginning on a high note.

B:  syntrax nectar protein drink

L:  grilled chicken breast, salad

D:  grilled chicken breast w/marsala mushrooms

W & V:  on track

E:  only 4300 steps so


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

I wanted to wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year before everyone gets busy with their New Year's Eve plans.  We have a little get together at my husband's American Legion post, but I'll eat my meals before heading out there.  I don't


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

Happy Wednesday everyone!  Hope everyone is doing great, recovering from Christmas and ready to ring in the new!!

B:  syntrax nectar protein drink

L:  skirt steak, caprese salad

D: chicken marsala with extra mushrooms

W


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

It so irritated me today to see how much less expensive men's clothes are compared to ladies clothes!  My husband can get away with getting $10 jeans, I know I sure can't do that.  I know there have been articles and news reports stating how it's more


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

Hope everyone's staying safe with this burst of severe winter weather.  I think the Chicagoland area where I am is getting the least severe so far, but it's been sleeting all darned day!  They had to put off starting the construction of our sunroom yet


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

Hello everyone!  Hope you're all having a great weekend.  I bought size 10 jeans today, I couldn't believe it.  I don't see a size 10 person in the mirror. It was freaking me out a little, I have to admit.

B:  syntrax nectar protein drink


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 3 months ago

Wow, just weighed myself 1 year post op - I can't believe I've lost 145 pounds and 189 overall in the last 18 months.  I'm 10 pounds away from where I want to settle in maintenance most likely - I just want to be in a size 10.  I'm in a little loose 12


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 5 months ago

It's our 12 yr. anniversary tomorrow but we got a head start today at Claim Jumper in Lombard, IL. Of course we brought most of it home but hey, no cooking or clean up! Going to Maggiano's tomorrow.

Breakfast: Syntrax Nectar protein drink


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 5 months ago

Thought I'd post since we're just relaxing at home today. Hope everyone's having a great day.

B: Syntrax protein drink

L: Skirt steak, caprese salad

D: Beef brisket, tomato salad

V & Water: on track

E: over


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 6 months ago

First time travelling by plan in a few years, on business this time.  I fit in the economy sized seat comfortably, not touching the passenger next to me...and was able to use the seat belt with NO extender and several inches of seat belt slack too!  It


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 6 months ago

Wow, 9 months post-op and I'm solidly in onederland.  Can't believe it. I haven't
weighed 190 since Oct 19th 2003 when I got married.  

I'm so glad to be a part of this group. You've all been a real godsend.  Thank you!


rhudson posted a discussion topic 8 years, 10 months ago

First off, I feel fine. But my 5 month post-op show the kidney numbers not very good. My PCP sent me to
a kidney specialist who wants to run some further blood and urine tests as well as a renal ultrasound
and possibly a kidney biopsy. We're


rhudson posted a discussion topic 9 years, 2 months ago
Food Dreams? - Oh my gosh, I can't believe I dreamed about eating tons and tons of wavy Lays potato chips. I can remember how crunchy and salty delicious they were...and even though in my dream, ...

rhudson posted a discussion topic 9 years, 2 months ago
1 month post-op PCP visit - My visit went better than I expected. I had been so upset that I gained weight after surgery so I was very nervous to weigh in. I intentionally did not weigh myself at home until n...

rhudson posted a discussion topic 9 years, 3 months ago
1 week post-op appt - kinda bummed - Just had to vent a little.  Went to my 1 week post-op appt today with my husband (he's on week 6 post-op).  My stomach is still a bit swollen, especially at that main incision poin...

rhudson posted a discussion topic 9 years, 3 months ago
Surgery complete, back at home - Had my surgery on Tuesday. We didn't know but December is a crazy busy month at the hospital so everyone wants to get surgeries done by the end of the year before new insurance pol...

rhudson posted a discussion topic 9 years, 3 months ago
Vitamin Options other than chewable - Hello everyone, my husband is now a month post-op and was wondering if he can just take swallowable vitamins rather than the chewable multi and calciums.  He's having a hard time w...

rhudson posted a discussion topic 9 years, 4 months ago
Low blood pressure after surgery - Hello everyone.  My husband had his sleeve done on 11/4, recovering pretty well, but between his blood pressure medication (which he doesn't take now) and the injections 10 days po...

rhudson posted a discussion topic 9 years, 4 months ago
Difficulty during post-op full liquid phase - Everyone,  my husband had his sleeve surgery on 11/4 and is on the 2 week full liquid phase. He's really struggling - the man is starving, grumpy and light headed. He's graduated f...

rhudson posted a discussion topic 9 years, 9 months ago
Exercise after getting the DS - Hello everyone, my husband and I are considering getting the DS rather than sleeve.  We met with our surgeonDr. Kane in IL this afternoon.  Beginning the process. We are wondering...
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Melrose Park, IL
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12/09/2014
Surgery Date
Jun 25, 2010
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