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Topic: RE: Need some help
Good morning!
I think you are on the right track by starting the day with protein. I have done protein coffee since about 3 months out, I stopped it when I got worried about calories and my weight loss stopped and even started creeping up. I went back to the protein in the morning and things have righted themselves again, I also stay satisfied through the morning which is a big help.
I eat a good lunch, I eat protein adn veggies mainly and eat until I am full (sometimes that seems like a lot of food adn sometimes not so much) But by eating until I am full keeps me from wanting to nibble all afternoon. My next pitfall is when cooking supper...I have found I have to have a legal nibble during this time, so I am having dill pickles or cucumbers, celery etc...You get the picture while I cook. It does limit my dinner portion quite a bit but with the protein in the morning and a good lunch I am very near my protein goal for the day. In the evening if I get hungry again (or if I need the protein numbers) i have a shake.
If the sweet crqavings get to me I keep some SF chocolates adn have a couple of them or a SF caramel apple! YUM!
Eating out is something I do a lot too, it just takes discipline to order what you know you need. Get a to go box with your dinner adn protion things out as soon as the food comes or try just sharing off of sweetie's plate.
You can do this!!! It is hard but you can do hard things, You are strong!!!
Cheryl
I think you are on the right track by starting the day with protein. I have done protein coffee since about 3 months out, I stopped it when I got worried about calories and my weight loss stopped and even started creeping up. I went back to the protein in the morning and things have righted themselves again, I also stay satisfied through the morning which is a big help.
I eat a good lunch, I eat protein adn veggies mainly and eat until I am full (sometimes that seems like a lot of food adn sometimes not so much) But by eating until I am full keeps me from wanting to nibble all afternoon. My next pitfall is when cooking supper...I have found I have to have a legal nibble during this time, so I am having dill pickles or cucumbers, celery etc...You get the picture while I cook. It does limit my dinner portion quite a bit but with the protein in the morning and a good lunch I am very near my protein goal for the day. In the evening if I get hungry again (or if I need the protein numbers) i have a shake.
If the sweet crqavings get to me I keep some SF chocolates adn have a couple of them or a SF caramel apple! YUM!
Eating out is something I do a lot too, it just takes discipline to order what you know you need. Get a to go box with your dinner adn protion things out as soon as the food comes or try just sharing off of sweetie's plate.
You can do this!!! It is hard but you can do hard things, You are strong!!!
Cheryl
Topic: RE: Dr Hornbostel
Dr Hornbostel was my surgeon. I do not know of him doing DS but Im like everyone else you might call him if he doesnt im sure he can refer you to someone. Dr. Hornbostel is an excellent surgeon. Ive had RNY and gall bladder surgery from him.
My problem I have now is that I cant eat much at all. I DO NOT LIKE TO EAT PERIOD. I eat enough to know to stay healthy but I rather not eat at all. Food tastes good dont get me wrong but I just dont like that heavey feeling after eating. I rather just drink . I do the protein shakes once again. But to eat. I have a hard time conviencing myself each day to sit down and eat a meal. Sometimes i forget to eat that is how bad it is. My godbrother had this surgery a year later than mine. My sister had hers done two months after I did. They can eat and eat and eat what they want. They have dumping sydrome. several times. I know what they eat and if it made them sick I diffently dont eat it. I just never get hungry anymore. but, I feel heathy and act healthy. I think this surgery affect everyone diferently. I really dont understand how some people are gaining their weight back if they had the same surgery I did.
My problem I have now is that I cant eat much at all. I DO NOT LIKE TO EAT PERIOD. I eat enough to know to stay healthy but I rather not eat at all. Food tastes good dont get me wrong but I just dont like that heavey feeling after eating. I rather just drink . I do the protein shakes once again. But to eat. I have a hard time conviencing myself each day to sit down and eat a meal. Sometimes i forget to eat that is how bad it is. My godbrother had this surgery a year later than mine. My sister had hers done two months after I did. They can eat and eat and eat what they want. They have dumping sydrome. several times. I know what they eat and if it made them sick I diffently dont eat it. I just never get hungry anymore. but, I feel heathy and act healthy. I think this surgery affect everyone diferently. I really dont understand how some people are gaining their weight back if they had the same surgery I did.
Craig Lee Watts
"Reach Out & Touch The Lord As He Goes By"
426 lbs Starting weight
212 lbs Goal Weight
159lbs AS OF 05,18.2013_______________________
267lbs PRAISE GOD.....
Topic: RE: WHATS HAPPENING EVERYONE
HI Ms Jan . how are you? Long time talky. Hope you're doing ok. I see you and Joe are once again enjoyingy our retirement. I think about you guys alot. Its been so long since Ive had time to even get online. My life is such a whirl wind anymore. Ive completed my three epiderals steriods for my back. I feel so much better. Hi to Colleen and everyone. Miss chatting with you all. I need to slow down some and take check of the situations more around me LOL. Just thought I would holler at you all. Im still around. I havent forgotten you guys. Not at all. Dont you guys think I have cause I havent. Keep on praying and he will keep blessing .
Iam the master of my fate. Iam the captain of my soul.
Iam the master of my fate. Iam the captain of my soul.
Craig Lee Watts
"Reach Out & Touch The Lord As He Goes By"
426 lbs Starting weight
212 lbs Goal Weight
159lbs AS OF 05,18.2013_______________________
267lbs PRAISE GOD.....
Topic: RE: Dr Hornbostel
Meaghan,
I first want to say I'm so sorry for your loss and so very grateful for the man you married who gave his life for me. That's the most wonderful gift anyone can give another person and although it is horrible for you, you must realize that there are hundreds of thousands of people who admire military people and their spouses for what they do for us every day.
That said, you have chosen the best kindest most experienced surgeon in Missouri in my opinion. Dr. H is a good man in addition to being a good doctor. He has so much experience. You need to Google Bariatric surgery and hernia. I have a good friend from this board who has been in the hospital for two months because of an internal hernia.
Dr. H knows about her and he will tell you that this is not something you should be stalling on. Take care of yourself and the rest will follow.
Hugs and best love and gratitude.
Lana
I first want to say I'm so sorry for your loss and so very grateful for the man you married who gave his life for me. That's the most wonderful gift anyone can give another person and although it is horrible for you, you must realize that there are hundreds of thousands of people who admire military people and their spouses for what they do for us every day.
That said, you have chosen the best kindest most experienced surgeon in Missouri in my opinion. Dr. H is a good man in addition to being a good doctor. He has so much experience. You need to Google Bariatric surgery and hernia. I have a good friend from this board who has been in the hospital for two months because of an internal hernia.
Dr. H knows about her and he will tell you that this is not something you should be stalling on. Take care of yourself and the rest will follow.
Hugs and best love and gratitude.
Lana
Adamsamah, Lana
"WLS is about making better choices, a healthier lifestyle and seeing how little you can eat. Portion control is the key to all weight loss surgeries. Bottom line - it isn't how much you can eat - it is how little you can eat."
Topic: WHATS HAPPENING EVERYONE
why is noone answering anyone on here? looks like everyone likes to read but dont want to contribute anything. ....
dont know about it...what do you think?
well we are almost back to Houston from Tucson...will be getting home probably this week end hopefully. we are both sort of road weary and tired and ready to get home and start selling stuff and getting it all ready to sell and get back to Ecuador. and of course the first thing my son says this morning is that there was snow on the ground in Republic this morning, doesnt make it feel good to be coming back to stuff like that. was hoping it would be warm so we could get the outside cleaned up....but i guess we will start with the inside of the house getting it painted and a project or two that we have wanted to get done ...then maybe it will be nice outside so we can get that done
after we get done saying hi to the grandson in Houston then we will be heading on out to Conroe to visit with sister and help her get her flower bed done. she has gotten side tracked with the new foal that her mare had so dont know how much she got done lol ....oh well if she hasnt gotten the outside done then i guess i dont have to help her ....anyway...
have to call our doctor today and get them to send a months perscription for Joes meds to wal mart so i can pick them up ...he is out of one pill completly and it is the one that you cant just stop . wouldnt you know....we thought we had more than enough. i counted all of them before we left and he had two months supply so dont know what happened to some of them.
talk to you all later....maybe if you all talk any...
dont know about it...what do you think?
well we are almost back to Houston from Tucson...will be getting home probably this week end hopefully. we are both sort of road weary and tired and ready to get home and start selling stuff and getting it all ready to sell and get back to Ecuador. and of course the first thing my son says this morning is that there was snow on the ground in Republic this morning, doesnt make it feel good to be coming back to stuff like that. was hoping it would be warm so we could get the outside cleaned up....but i guess we will start with the inside of the house getting it painted and a project or two that we have wanted to get done ...then maybe it will be nice outside so we can get that done
after we get done saying hi to the grandson in Houston then we will be heading on out to Conroe to visit with sister and help her get her flower bed done. she has gotten side tracked with the new foal that her mare had so dont know how much she got done lol ....oh well if she hasnt gotten the outside done then i guess i dont have to help her ....anyway...
have to call our doctor today and get them to send a months perscription for Joes meds to wal mart so i can pick them up ...he is out of one pill completly and it is the one that you cant just stop . wouldnt you know....we thought we had more than enough. i counted all of them before we left and he had two months supply so dont know what happened to some of them.
talk to you all later....maybe if you all talk any...
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GOD BLESS YOU TODAY
JAN COOK
Topic: RE: Dr Hornbostel
JJ
just wanted to thank you for replying and reaching out. and thank you for ackowledging my loss.
Even though the board is relatively quiet compared to some previous months and years, I LOVE the luxury of being able to read back into old posts. I have spent countless hours researching, reading, and gathering valuable info from the last few yrs of posts on this message board. MO message boarders are great!!! and I feel SO confident that I have picked the right surgeon for me! Now, I just have to hold my breath and see if he agrees to be my surgeon.
Anyways.. just wanted to say thanks again. I am still researching hernia's after WLS, so any info or feedback you have is much appreciated.
I hope you are doing well and that today is the start to a great week.
just wanted to thank you for replying and reaching out. and thank you for ackowledging my loss.
Even though the board is relatively quiet compared to some previous months and years, I LOVE the luxury of being able to read back into old posts. I have spent countless hours researching, reading, and gathering valuable info from the last few yrs of posts on this message board. MO message boarders are great!!! and I feel SO confident that I have picked the right surgeon for me! Now, I just have to hold my breath and see if he agrees to be my surgeon.
Anyways.. just wanted to say thanks again. I am still researching hernia's after WLS, so any info or feedback you have is much appreciated.
I hope you are doing well and that today is the start to a great week.
Topic: My Testimony
BEFORE
AFTER
This year I turn 51. Ive had a rough life. But, I know my Jesus never once left my side. So many people have come and gone out of my life but Ive enjoyed each and everyone of them. This year, July 24th , I mark 5 year anniversary of having gastric bypass surgery to save my life. All the things Ive been through in my life. I know there is a purpose and a reason why Im here. Years back I have excepted the Lord in my heart. Now, I will work for him. Thank you Jesus for a wonderful life.
BEFORE
AFTER
Begin Weight 426lbs................now.............164.5 lbs
Craig Lee Watts
"Reach Out & Touch The Lord As He Goes By"
426 lbs Starting weight
212 lbs Goal Weight
159lbs AS OF 05,18.2013_______________________
267lbs PRAISE GOD.....
Topic: Need some help
So I need some help. I've gotten off track with my eating. I need to see some of your sample meal plans for a day to refresh my memory and get me back to where I need to be. I see where things are out of control. I've forgotten that I'm not a normal thin person who can eat whatever she wants. I'm also dating someone so we eat out a lot and am finding myself ordering pasta dishes instead of something more pouch friendly and smaller portions. I still can't eat as much as a normal person, so my pouch hasn't stretched, but it's the food choices I'm making that are going to send me down a path I have no desire to go down if I don't turn around.
I would have posted this on the main board but I rarely post there and didn't want to be lectured. I need positive feedback and some cheerleading.
I've started having a protein shake for breakfast in the morning. I've looked on eggface's blog for some of the recipes I used to use earlier out. Any other tips or suggestions. I also find myself sneeking in drinks while I'm eating which scares me because I know that's a big no no!
So there it is. Pure honesty. I need help. Fill me up with your suggestions and ideas please!
I would have posted this on the main board but I rarely post there and didn't want to be lectured. I need positive feedback and some cheerleading.
I've started having a protein shake for breakfast in the morning. I've looked on eggface's blog for some of the recipes I used to use earlier out. Any other tips or suggestions. I also find myself sneeking in drinks while I'm eating which scares me because I know that's a big no no!
So there it is. Pure honesty. I need help. Fill me up with your suggestions and ideas please!
Topic: WHATS HAPPENING
Well Thursday we went to a place that is a reproduction of Old Tucson and is Tucson Studios....lots and lots of westerns and old west tv shows were all produced there. like little house on the prarie and Bonanza, and several others. I really enjoyed that place lots of silly and cute shows and all sorts of things that were really real looking like the olsen mercantile store...and the Palace Hotel all of those places that you have seen on the shows. , lots of memories...if you go to Tucson you have to go there.
Then yesterday we were going to go to the Botanical gardens and butterfly house , we had been there before when we were here last time so i told Teresa that if she wanted to go get some plants instead we could ...of course we spent more on them than i intended but she is good about taking care of them....we got lots of mints and sages and other cooking spices and tomatoes and peppers ...man i tell you they think good dirt out here is gold for sure. lol a 3 cubic foot of potting soil was 15.00 i never have to buy the stuff so dont know what it is at home just seemed like a lot.
I guess we will start for home today sometime. have to get everything packed up and ready to go first. and Teresa has some boxes she wants us to take to Sarah , her daughter , who lives in Rogers...and since we will be going back that way dont mind taking them...
well not a lot more to talk about , except hopefully we get home in time to see a lot of you at the COF meeting on the 8th....have missed all of you but sure hope it is warmer than it is today there when we get there. lol
I have become really spoiled to warm weather for sure.
talk to you all later.
Then yesterday we were going to go to the Botanical gardens and butterfly house , we had been there before when we were here last time so i told Teresa that if she wanted to go get some plants instead we could ...of course we spent more on them than i intended but she is good about taking care of them....we got lots of mints and sages and other cooking spices and tomatoes and peppers ...man i tell you they think good dirt out here is gold for sure. lol a 3 cubic foot of potting soil was 15.00 i never have to buy the stuff so dont know what it is at home just seemed like a lot.
I guess we will start for home today sometime. have to get everything packed up and ready to go first. and Teresa has some boxes she wants us to take to Sarah , her daughter , who lives in Rogers...and since we will be going back that way dont mind taking them...
well not a lot more to talk about , except hopefully we get home in time to see a lot of you at the COF meeting on the 8th....have missed all of you but sure hope it is warmer than it is today there when we get there. lol
I have become really spoiled to warm weather for sure.
talk to you all later.
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GOD BLESS YOU TODAY
JAN COOK
Topic: RE: Dr Hornbostel
Take care of yourself! Sounds like you are on the right path, and no you shouldnt have to be getting sick all the time.
You know there was an article published and posted somewhere here not too long ago about hernia's. I will go see if I can find it. It was talking about having laproscopic surgery and hernias. If I find it I will PM you.
Feel Better soon!
JJ
You know there was an article published and posted somewhere here not too long ago about hernia's. I will go see if I can find it. It was talking about having laproscopic surgery and hernias. If I find it I will PM you.
Feel Better soon!
JJ
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