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AA
on 1/13/26 4:30 pm - New York, NY
Topic: RE: What is your choice of iron? And how many do you take a day?

Cypress Poly Iron 150 mg.

I used to take 2 a day for years. But my ferritin was too high, So a few years ago, we went to one a day. Now I've been on one every other day for the last year or so. I'm having my twice yearly blood done in a few weeks so we'll see if it's still the right dose.

TDS 2005.

 

Duodenal Switch/Lap -- Drs. Alfons Pomp & Michel Gagner - New York City

4/4/05: 265 lbs/BMI: 45.6

4/11/05: 256 lbs/BMI: 43.9 (date of surgery)

7/27/08: Gallbladder Removed

 

melissa K.
on 1/12/26 2:39 pm - Ventura, CA
Topic: Imipramine / tofranil after DS help!
Hi! I had my surgery back in 2008. This last year, I made some changes to my diet that my stomach did not agree with and now in order to keep it from hurting, I have to take ipramine.(I tried to date a vegan and we ate a lot of veggies that apparently I can't eat over time.) Now, It slows the motility of my intestines. Which kind of defeats the purpose of the DS. I'm having a lot of trouble losing weight because at the same time my thyroid also starting having issues.

Now it seems like when I drink my protein shakes I absorb 100% of it, when I'm eating meats and protein, it slows my digestion and I no longer have loose poops. The problem is I'm almost feeling constipated and even though I drink heavy cream and take butter and use olive oil, nothing is providing the same evacuation as before I had the medicine. Sugar just gives me painful gas.
I tried to come off the med a couple times but I absolutely can't stand the pain.
Anyone have any experience with this drug? I'd really love to talk to a doctor about the scientific parts of it, but I had my surgery with Laparoscopic Associates in San Jose and they are closed now. I don't' know who to contact.
I appreciate any help or advice!

Surgery June 3rd, 2008
My Specs:
  Height 5' 5.75" | Highest weight 265+?lbs | Surgery weight 241.9 | Now 154 lbs | CC length 150cm, stomach 3oz 
Added: Neck/Chin/Lower face lift Nov 23,2010- Skin only
katarina_schnaider
on 1/10/26 6:32 am
Topic: RE: is collagen protein less protein per gram than whey?

It's true that collagen protein differs from whey in its amino acid profile, so it doesn't provide the same complete set of essential amino acids, which can make it seem "less protein" per gram in terms of muscle building. However, Collagen is still excellent for skin, joints, and connective tissue support. Many people combine it with other protein sources to get both fullness and the targeted benefits collagen offers.

dustycroy
on 1/7/26 10:27 am
DS on 05/14/13
Topic: What is your choice of iron? And how many do you take a day?
What is your choice of iron? And how many do you take a day?

enlightened HW 372 SW 350 CW 185 GW 150 Lost 187 so far....

alaxender01
on 1/5/26 5:23 am
Topic: RE: Difficulty maintaining weight after surgery ? need advice from the community

Nutrition to me is half the battle. After u find an equilibrium on calories, get steps in every day.

dustycroy
on 12/29/25 12:21 pm
DS on 05/14/13
Topic: What kind of iron seems to be working for YOU and your D.S?
What kind of iron seems to be working for YOU and your D.S?

enlightened HW 372 SW 350 CW 185 GW 150 Lost 187 so far....

dustycroy
on 12/28/25 3:20 am
DS on 05/14/13
Topic: Carbonyl Iron? Other choices for D.S patients?
Is there another form of iron besides carbonyl iron that works for D.S patients? I used to take the one through Vita lady, but all I can find now is the one that has vitamin C mixed with it. I dont want to over do it on the vitamin C while trying to get enough Iron. I used to take five 60 mg capsules a day.

enlightened HW 372 SW 350 CW 185 GW 150 Lost 187 so far....

Jmm4321
on 12/27/25 8:51 am
Topic: RE: Difficulty maintaining weight after surgery ? need advice from the community

Nutrition to me is half the battle. After u find an equilibrium on calories, get steps in every day. You can go easy but push yourself over time. I find daily activity to be immensely important.

AA
on 12/7/25 12:07 pm - New York, NY
Topic: RE: Difficulty maintaining weight after surgery ? need advice from the community

Do you know how many carbs you're eating per day?

 

Duodenal Switch/Lap -- Drs. Alfons Pomp & Michel Gagner - New York City

4/4/05: 265 lbs/BMI: 45.6

4/11/05: 256 lbs/BMI: 43.9 (date of surgery)

7/27/08: Gallbladder Removed

 

AA
on 12/7/25 12:04 pm, edited 12/7/25 4:05 am - New York, NY
Topic: RE: Do some bariatric surgery patients need alpha-lipoic acid supplement?

I have never heard of it but if it works for you, that is great.

 

Duodenal Switch/Lap -- Drs. Alfons Pomp & Michel Gagner - New York City

4/4/05: 265 lbs/BMI: 45.6

4/11/05: 256 lbs/BMI: 43.9 (date of surgery)

7/27/08: Gallbladder Removed

 

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