Major Observations here on VSG Main......
I mean I posted questions when I first started, Im sure we all do. I don't wanna be a meanie about that part. I still try to answer questions cause it really helped me formulate my plan but I am amazed at how much some post-ops don't know and I am sure that has a lot to do with inexperienced surgeons. Im sure for a lot of people, its about insurance. I used my insurance and went with who I was referred to as I could not pay out of pocket. I was lucky to be referred to a Dr who had done hundreds of VSGs some seem to get the short end of the stick there. I saw people who were successful and tried to use their practices and tricks along with my Drs plan. I am amazed by some eating plans or the idea that WLS can fix an eating disorder. I was told that was why I had to meet that therapist, WLS can not fix your head and that had to be fixed before my Dr. would touch me if it was found that was an issue. Why would a Dr. not work on that before setting someone up to either fail or struggle like that? I don't know. But ya, if you do what your told the weight will come off. If you find your Dr. is telling you something that A.) doesnt make any ******g sense or B.) is not working find a support group or talk to some folks on here who have had great supportive, educated doctors and ask them what worked for them.
I say you're right on Frisky… you wise lil fellow.
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frisco
SW 338lbs. GW 175lbs. Goal in 11 months. CW 148lbs. WL 190lbs.
" To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art "
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HW: 250 - SW: 241 - CW: 154.7- GW: 140
1 month: 22 pounds (216) 2 months: 12.2 pounds (203.8) 3 months: 10.6 (193.2)
4 months: 9.7 lbs (183.5) 5 Months: 6 pounds (177.5 ) 6 Months: 12 lbs ( 165.5)
7 Months 7.1 lbs (158.4) 8 Months +1.6 pounds(159.8) 9 Months 2.7 pounds (157.1)
10 Months 8.1 lbs (149) 11 months +2 pounds ( 151) 1 YEAR!!! 2.6 pounds (148.4)
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"Half-Way Goal" April 25th, 2011 (194.8)
"Happyland 80`s" May 14, 2011 (189.6)
"Groovyland 70`s" June 20th 2011 (179.9)
" HippyDippyland 60's" July 16th (169.8)
" CQQL-land 50`s" August 25th ( 159.8)
"Normal BMI" 24.8 October 21st, 2011 (154.5) I am 5`6
"AWESOME-land 40's" Dec 1st 2011 (149)
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It would never be a flame from you.........
In the most "tactful" way....when I use the word "Most" I think of you and brownblonde and several others (boscogirl) here on this board that have "done it" in a more "normal" way.
I can only have respect for those that can do it any which way. You lose the weight.....no argument only respect.
For myself ...in maintenance..... I strive for more "normal" food groupings and although I'm creeping at it trying to find my food tolerances.....I strive to eat like you and brownblonde!!!
Although I would always recommend....lose the weight first....than experiment.
Your voice needs to be heard because it should be known that some people may have alternatives.
From what I remember...you have a very open/liberal way of eating, using quantity as your main priority. You eat most foods but your daily calorie intake is in check in a natural (vsg) way.
The reason for my post was to create awareness to newbies and those that struggle.
I think you would be the first one to tell a person that has been trying to do it more your way and it wasn't working.....to try a more conventional VSG WL eating plan for a while to see if it works....As we wish all WL patients to lose the weight !!!!
For the record... I am a stillfawn fan.....you done did it and you did it your way.
But please tell me that in "General" my observations are pretty close????
If I'm wrong...please correct me !!!!!
frisco
SW 338lbs. GW 175lbs. Goal in 11 months. CW 148lbs. WL 190lbs.
" To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art "
VSG Maintenance Group Forum
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/VSGM/discussion/
CAFE FRISCO at LapSF.com
Dr. Paul Cirangle
I totally hear what your sayin......
And I don't want to discount any ones efforts.....
But.....for me...it went down like this........
I was playing my last card......if this doesn't work....I'm Royally ******Game Over.....Life Over.....
I was on the doorstep to many health issues in my family history.......
I took my opinion out of the equation..... when your 0-35.....never winning the life long battle with obesity........
I put myself into the hands of Science........found the best surgeon.......what ever he told me was the law......my curiosity and opinion (weight loss wise) didn't matter.....it was actually very refreshing....I put all the pressure on my surgeon.....
So I hear what your sayin.....My opinion is that WLS is a process that you commit, conform and comply.....lose the weight first.....than see what actual tolerances you have in maintenance.
I did not want to leave anything to chance........needed a tried and true method.
What other choices do you have if WLS doesn't work.....????
**Standard disclaimer....This is my opinion and truth...It worked for me....Not saying it's for everybody.....
frisco
SW 338lbs. GW 175lbs. Goal in 11 months. CW 148lbs. WL 190lbs.
" To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art "
VSG Maintenance Group Forum
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/VSGM/discussion/
CAFE FRISCO at LapSF.com
Dr. Paul Cirangle
I'm on a Everchanging journey. 
