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Why am I taking B-12? - I realize how ridiculous this sounds, particularly given the fact that I am almost 9 months out. But B12 was not something specifically recommended by my doctor, yet I have been ta...

After 7 months - big food screw up -  I am so upset with myself! I had physical therapy for an ongoing knee problem after work today and someone in there mentioned french fries. I haven't had or thought about fast foo...

I fit into clothes from Costco! -  Never in times past have I even looked at the clothing in Costco - they don't carry fat girl clothes. A couple of weeks ago I was in there and found a really pretty tailored type ...

Technology and the Avatar - In the scheme of things, this is most unimportant. But yesterday I changed my avatar. I mostly use my iPAD when on this board, and the new avator pops right up. Now I am on my desk...

Swimsuits for the flabby thighed?? - I know this has been discussed, but I need some help. Back in March when swimsuits first became available, I bought 2 - in smaller sizes so I could wear them this summer. This past...

Finally made the 1's - So - 5/28 was my 6 month surgiversary. The weight has been a little slow coming off in the last 2 months, primarily due to some knee surgery and the inactivity that's gone along wi...

Adding oatmeal for a smoother move - I wanted to let you know of something I have been doing to help deal with the bowel movement issues. I still take 2 fiber gummies per day, but I have started adding a 100 calorie s...

Am I the only one uncomfortable eating out? -  I don't eat out  a lot ... anymore. I feel better for the most part being able to control my food, both in  terms of quanity and quality. But I do miss the social part  of eating ...

How and when to incorporate veggies into the diet - I am just over 4 months out and trying hard to get some more veggies into my diet. The only real amount that I get is by eating my 2 ounces of protein at dinner and then I can usua...

More on calories - Question - So - regarding the subject of caloric intake which has come up many times,  I have another question. How is it that our bodies can live (well) and be nourished on 600-800 calories ...

You are gorgeous and I love your cocker! Have two of them myself!

Need emotional help for physical problem - When I began this journey I weighed 284 pounds, had high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and a very arthritic left knee. I now weigh about 227 which feels so much better and health is...

Ate way too much - question -  I am in San Francisco now with my husband, staying in a hotel because our son had major cancer surgery yesterday ( seems to have gone well). I brought premiere protein drinks, Gre...

Crushing meds for how long? - My doctor has had me crushing medications or taking them in liquid form since my surgery which was on 11-28-11. I believe they said I could start pills again at 8 weeks which is co...

Anyone else super tired? - I am 6 1/2 weeks out and have had no complications or real problems. I am getting 60-70 grams of protein per day, and a minimum of 70 ounces of fluid. Although I'm not really count...

Getting off track - need help! -  I am 6 weeks out from getting my sleeve today. I have followed my food plan, gotten all of my protein, all of my fluids, and am doing more exercise than in the past. I have not be...

Knee Problems - I had my surgery nearly 6 weeks ago and went into it with one very arthritic knee. I know that as the pounds go away, there will be significantly less pressure on the knee and it w...

Intense pain last night - thoughts? -  I am 5 weeks out today and until last night have had no problems at all. Last night about 2 hours after eating, maybe 1/2 hour after finishing my water, I was sitting in bed readi...

Question re calculation of weight loss -  Good Morning All, I am a bit confused. When I see someone post that they have lost xx pounds, how is that being calculated? I'm sure it's different for everyone, but I am tryin...

How can I tell when I am full? -  I am nearly 3 weeks post op and have been on full liquids this past week. Tomorrow starts the mushy stage,but I started early tonight and I think this is going to be hard. I had 1...

62 and just sleeved -  I just found this forum for us older folks and am so glad I did. I am 62 and was sleeved on 11-28. Struggling some with the recovery, but getting fluids in and some walking. I fig...

5 days post-op - is this normal? -  First of all, I am 62, much older than most of you. I was sleeved on 11-28, spent 3 days, 2 nights in the hospital. My doctor found a hernia so that was repaired at the same time....