March 2007 Surgery Date

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LibertyJones
on 7/10/07 6:11 am

Topic: RE: How do you track your progress?

I weigh in 1 time a week (on Sunday). sometimes, I sneak a peak during the week, but really try not to. My surgeon's office keeps track of my inches. . . I started in a size 24 and am now in a 16. I also started at 265 and now weigh 195, so feel I am doing pretty well right now :).

Christal C.
on 7/10/07 1:54 am - Wichita, KS

Topic: RE: Eating Out

My doc had us eating mashed potatoes very early on. So I usually order that...I only eat a few bite fulls. My in-laws were visiting for a week and had us eating out almost every meal. I got tired of mashed potatoes really quick so I just started bringing my own foods. I'd pull out my little cheese sticks and crackers. No one ever said anything. Christal

Christal C.
on 7/10/07 1:50 am - Wichita, KS

Topic: RE: Down 86 pounds Since March

Congrats on your weight loss. Doesn't it feel great! I am down 83 lbs since March 15th. I am still struggling with getting in my protein and remembering to take my vitamins every day. But so far not so bad. I still want all the horrible food I used to eat...but I don't eat it. I've tried bites and it just doesn't taste good anymore. I mostly eat alot of 2% reduced fat cheese, lunch meats and turkey bacon...yummy! My hair is starting to fall out quite alarmingly...but it doesn't look like it's thinning...just lots of hair in my brush. Small price to pay I think. Everyone keep up the good work! Christal

deegee123
on 7/9/07 10:18 pm - Fairborn, OH

Topic: RE: I'm jealous of all you guys lol

I too couldn't eat meat and such lived primarily on nuts and such but had procedure done yesterday where they look down your throat and I had a stricture so they had to fix that hopefully in a week I will be able to eat more meat and such.

David S.
on 7/9/07 2:13 pm

RNY on 03/13/07

Topic: RE: Experiencing weird pain

Lots of people have sharp gas pains all the way up in their shoulder, believe it or not. Burps and toots help the gas pain.

My Dr. told me I'm OK taking most gas relief OTC's. I'd call your Dr.'s office to get an official answer. The receptionist could probably tell you. Fortunately, I haven't needed to take any so far, but Jodell has. I drink lots of water, and one of my favorite snacks is a few triscuits. Water and fiber help digestion naturally. Another good gas relief is exercise. --Dave 350/241/205

David S.
on 7/9/07 2:06 pm

RNY on 03/13/07

Topic: RE: Checking out your profiles

Hey Christmas Girl-- You've got no reason to hide your pics! You've come so far and are looking FAB.

You've gotta give yourself more credit... a 2 mile run in 15 minutes is good exercise, and you're presurgery self probably would have had a much harder time doing that run. I know I used to be dying on my eliptical machine after 5 minutes, but now can do a whole hour (not necessarily on the hardest setting). You're not only losing weight, but also look healthier. That was my primary reason for getting this surgery. No need to hide out, you're doing great!! --Dave

David S.
on 7/9/07 1:57 pm

RNY on 03/13/07

Topic: RE: HAVING LABS DONE

You're doing great too. Sounds like you're feeling good, which is a sign the tests will most likely be fine. If something comes up, at least you'll be able to keep a close eye on it!!! --Dave

Christmasgirl
on 7/9/07 1:22 pm - ID

RNY on 03/13/07

Topic: Checking out your profiles

Okay - I have been reading the "Marchers" profiles. It's pretty wild - we are all so different, but have this one major thing in common. All of our "fat" stories are so familiar. Those of you who posted "before" pictures are very brave and you inspired me to do the same. I posted before and 1, 2 and 3 month "after" pictures. Check it out if you get a chance. Congrats everyone!!!!