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At 5 months - what are your daily cals, carbs, pro - Just checking in with others about what your numbers are/were at 5 months? Thanks!

Stretching the stomach - So, I'm well aware that we have the ability to stretch our stomachs out - I've read it, I believe it, and my surgeon assures me it is entirely possible even going so far as to s...

Calories, hunger, etc - Hello: Just wondered where others are at and what the "general" natural progression is for people.  I'm finding, at almost 5 months out - that I'm a little hungrier...an...

Dumb question - better late than never - I have read on here that water doesn't "stretch" our pouches......my question - does this apply to ANY liquid?  (ie protein drinks, homemade protein shake that is milkshake cons...

Marriage weight! - Yeehaw!!  I am now officially the same weight I was when I got married in 2000.  It "looks" a little different on me than it did then, but that's OKAY!   This summer is goin...

Do you track everything? - Hi all: I'm just wondering what others' thoughts are on tracking.  Currently, I am tracking the obvious - protein, calories and carbs.  I've noticed that some people track f...

Yes, it was all me...but now I've identified major - Over the past few weeks, I've gone to several family functions...I come from a large extended family and we get together OFTEN!  We do not drink, smoke or that stuff, so, our ga...

Fruit - Hello: Just wondering if/how much fruit other's incorporate into their plans?  My surgery (as below) was Jan 8th.   I'm not looking for info re: carbs...but wondered if ther...

Restriction and constipation.. - I've had ongoing "bathroom" problems since surgery..HOWEVER, they have been improving which I'm thankful for.  I still have difficulty but it's not impacted anymore, just alot o...

When do you "get it" figured out? - Hello: I've been coming along nicely - happy with my weight loss, etc.  I measure my food, for the most part (sometimes it's not possible), but I'm finding, here and there, ...

Weird question? - Just wondered...I've never thought to ask the surgeon/nurse, etc....but, does anyone know if there are any activities, etc...that we can no longer do because of our inside stapl...

Interesting find! - Hi!  Just found something at Zehr's that I'm so excited to try!! It's PC Blue Menu, and it's called "Mushroom and Provolone stuffed chicken breasts 1 pc =   140calories,...

Am I bizarre?? - I had posted on a different forum about having a "slip" last week. Yes, I have been 100% on plan since Jan 1st, and have kept my cals at between 500 and 700, protein between 60 an...

Prevacid/acid - Just wondering others' experiences at their centres regarding prescriptions of prevacid post-op.  I went to St Joe's in Toronto for my surgery (VSG), had Dr Sullivan, and was pr...

So I did it....so what - Yep....I went off plan a couple of nights ago.  I knew it would happen sooner or later...plus, I wasn't even 100% sure I didn't WANT it to happen at some point....I never planne...

low carbs and constipation - So, like a good student, I have been aiming at 20gr carbs most days during the week, with the exception of a couple of days here and there.  Unfortunately, I am still battling t...

SERIOUSLY!!?? - Okay - I'm sure most are pretty sick of this topic (from me..lol). Does anyone else out there have CONTINUED constipation issues (almost) 3 months out. No, it's not my water int...

How full is too full?? -  I measure and weigh and track everything I eat and drink.  I am careful, and weight loss has been great - very happy with results so far.  I know that one of the things that is...

Uh oh...Easter - Yes, there has been a little thought drifting to and fro in my mind over the past couple weeks - chocolate.  Slight cravings, but totally manageable.  I am getting a bit worried...

Weird question - Does it make sense or has anyone ever had the experience that the "tummy" isn't able to eat much in one sitting in the earlier hours of the day as opposed to later on?  Is this ...

Springtime NSV! - As winter (hopefully?!?) is winding down, and spring(ish) is in the air...I have truly enjoyed this one more than ever!  I feel blessed to have had this surgery, and, this year,...

Common American restaurants? - Hello!  We will be travelling to Pennsylvania in April, and will be at ALOT of restaurants during our trip.  I'm happy to look up the nutrition guides for restaurants in advance...

What to check - bloodwork today - Hi - I'm going to see my family doc today re: the bathroom stuff (which I've been taking something for daily), and also to check levels as I'm feeling a little "wonky" in the af...

Just grumpy. - Yep....I was doing pretty well, even though I anticipated a huge hormonal nightmare post op.  Well.......last couple weeks, can't say I'm the nicest person on the planet.  I'm t...

What are your "intolerances"? - On this journey of trying different foods, I THINK I've nailed down that greasy hamburger patties (I've had to order a couple times now due to unforeseen circumstances), do not ...