Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 5 months ago
Do fluids help break a stall? - I've been stuck at 179 for days now ... which is not totally freaking me out, but I've been trying to eat well and exercise and, well, STALL! Should I up my fluids?

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 6 months ago
Lactose intolerance - Ever since I was sleeved, I feel nauseous after drinking milk. That's annoying because not only is it a good source of protein, but I like it! (I know about soy/almond/hemp and all...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 6 months ago
Ten and a half weeks out ... - Inspired by JB, I decided to post my own view from my seat on the loser's bench. I had surgery on June 25 and am now 44 pounds down. The days in the hospital were tough. I was puk...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 6 months ago
Dumping Syndrome is real - Two mini cinnamon rolls did it. At a conference. What was I thinking eating that???

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 6 months ago
Sunday: a testament to VSG - I was up at o'dark-thirty to do a 5K (walking, not jogging) with my dog in Palo Alto. Then later I had a photo session with a friend where we were climbing around hills at the Berk...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 6 months ago
Thanks, father-in-law - On Monday, my husband and I returned from a helllish trip to Southern California, where both our families live (mine in San Diego, his in LA). While we were there, my father-in-law...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 6 months ago
Down 41 pounds! - I feel great. Biked down to a coffee shop today and am actually looking forward to biking back up the hill! Crazy! Thanks to you guys for all your support.

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Trying not to stress eat - My husband and I have been spending this holiday weekend visiting family, which is fun for neither of us. Several times I've been tempted to just shove food down my gullet as a way...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Love my sleeve today - Sitting at a cafe, I gave in to old habits and ordered a big old taco salad. Why I did that, I couldn't tell you -- maybe it really is just old habits. At any rate, a few bites and...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
How to break a stall? - I've been sitting at the same weight for a few days now. I'm not exactly eating potato chips and ice cream either, and I have been exercising. Ideas? Thanks!

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Seven weeks out, 33 pounds down! - I am very happy! Went to a thrift store and everything I tried on fit. I am SO scared of failing ultimately .... but I feel more confident tonight. :)

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Horrible acid reflux - It's gotten really bad the last few days. Of all things, Tums helps ... but not enough. I haven't tried Prilosec, though. Is that preferable to the generics?

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Slight binge - Nothing too bad, but I ate too fast and too much at one time. That's not typical of me these days. I feel crappy and just wanted to confess.

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 7 months ago
Six weeks out, 31 pounds down! - I don't want to create too much hubris for the future, but I am very happy with how things have gone so far. I've dropped 6 BMI points as well. As of this moment I don't have a sin...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Meltdown - So on the day I hit Onederland, I also hit the roof. We went to one of my favorite beer gardens (Telegraph, for Bay Area locals), where there were people happily eating, drinking b...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Onederland! - This morning I hit it. :) Very happy and wanted to share!

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Quest products? - Quest Nutrition has protein bars AND protein chips. Is this too good to be true???

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
NSV - I'm wearing jeans I haven't worn for years. Size 16, and I'm a pound and a half away from Onderland. I still keep feeling like this is a hoax my body is playing on me, but it's rea...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Right shoulder pain? - I've had this on and off for the last day or so. Anyone else get this?

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Gas - I've transitioned into soft foods and haven't had the easiest time. There have definitely been foods that have made me gassier than others. (TMI, I know.) I'm thinking to take a st...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Best acid reducers? - I'm running out of the ones prescribed to me at the hospital and need to get my own. I have generic acid-reducer pills, but are these good enough? Recommendations?

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
One-month post-op with surgeon - Everything went great -- and very quick! Afterward, I went to a cafe and ordered split pea soup. It came with bacon and two little toast things. I ignored both. :)

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Throwing up? - This has been an issue for me twice now: first when I was less than a week out and drank too many fluids and today when I ate some refried beans and they were a little too rich. Ha...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Cauliflower Alfredo - Check out this recipe: http://pinchofyum.com/creamy-cauliflower-sauce. We made this the other day and put protein powder in it. No, it's not Alfredo sauce per se, but it is delicio...

Allison L. posted a discussion topic 9 years, 8 months ago
Odd NSV - My butt must be bonier than before, because whenever I sit on a bench or on outside steps, it HURTS! Anyone else have this issue?
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