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You really do seem to be unnecessarily presumptuous and somewhat rude from what I can tell by your responses. You are going to tell me why I posted and what I'm looking for? I'm "imploring people to violate the rules?" This was my FIRST post. I don't even know what the real rules are but thank you and whomever else…

Am I encouraging it? I hope not. Just trying to understand the physical consequences a bit better. Sorry if it offended you. I'll shut up now.

I have. I'm trying to find another one to work with as I had to leave my last guy due to a change in insurance. But I will absolutely read those links and thank you for them!

I know. I've tried. I just get so discouraged so quickly when the initial weight loss is slow.

OH I have enough fat. Nooooooooo shortage there.

Do you know if the body would turn to something like my heart if it's getting the daily recommended protein? I'm not looking to reverse all this in a few months. I understand that's not realistic or possible even with surgery. I'm just trying to get enough off, say 50lb, in a couple of months instead of 6 to a year so that…

Thanks for the details. So if the gallbladder has nothing to do, that's when it forms gallstones?

I actually have a "healthy" appreciation for sarcasm nso good for you with that response! lol

[/quote] I'm going to assume there are a couple of grams of carb and fat in there somewhere because 52g of protein is only 208 calories. With that said, you are eating virtually no fat, which is extremely unhealthy. Dietary fat is vital to our health. And no, excess body fat does not mean you don't need dietary fat. You're…

[/quote] Read what you wrote, especially the bit that I've bolded. Even if there were nothing physiologically dangerous about a 350 cal diet (and there is, even in those who are obese), your eating issues and a VLCD do NOT mix. [/quote] Fair enough. But it does leave me in a tough position.

Is that the one with weekly injections?

Bypass it? I've asked my doctor who referred me to the weight specialists at the hospital I go to who looked at my history and said "Uh, No. We fear it would activate restriction." I asked for the weight loss surgery. "Uh, no. We would never perform that surgery on you with your history." I am pretty sure NOT bypassing it…

Sure. Tuna creations 80 calorie pouches have 14 grams of protein. Thin n Trim deli turkey has 10 grams for 60 calories in 2-3 slices. Trader Joe's meatless vegan beef crumbles has 10 grams for 60 calories. Baked chicken breast has 18 grams in 2 oz. for 100 calories. 300 calories, 52 grams of protein. I have other things I…

Great info and some explanations I was looking for. Thank you so much!

I don't think they meant any harm by it but this is one of the challenges I face. Because I have a lot to lose, when I do what I'm currently doing, I do lose and EVERY ONE tells me how great I'm doing and how good I look and of course, that does perpetuate it but people don't know the deeper deal so I can't blame them.

HI, Thanks for answering. Do you happen to know what they're checking for every 2 weeks when they are following someone on an 800 calorie diet? I've asked to be put one a medically monitored vlcd mainly to ignite the weight loss so I could get motivated but no one around here is willing to do it for me, probably because…

Well, if people want to reiterate that going under 1200 is unhealthy, that's fine. I'm trying to get info so whatever anyone wants to share is welcomed and appreciated. Good tip about the electrolytes and hydration. How far under a thousand did your doctor approve if you don't mind my asking?

Hi, Thanks for responding. I agree it is all a giant complicated mess. My doctor is aware of my overall tendency to switch between the bingeing and restricting. I have an appt in a couple of weeks but really don't want to bother her with my mess, yet again. I've definitely received good advice multiple times in the past. I…