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This is a great topic. Why? Because I too am tired of beating myself up about this stuff. I want to enjoy my life but I want to do it a different way now. We've all come much to far to let mindless eating screw us up now!
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My sheet states less than 130g of carbs. That is a huge difference. On my plan, yes, protein should be eaten first...but the daily goal is 60-80g per day of protein (preferably from natural food sources instead of protein shakes). As I mentioned, I used to have 45% carbs and 35% protein, now 50% carbs and 30% protein…
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12-17-2014 Male Surgery Date - 05/12/2014 Wear-Off Date (approx) - 11/14 (don't feel real comfortable saying it ever "wore off"...) Weight Lost to Date - 97 Start Weight - 321 Weight Today - 224 Height - 6' 0" About last month I began to get some hunger pains back...but also I am trying to learn to distinguish between the…
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Hello, welcome to the gang.
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Wait....I have a Vivofit and love it. It nags me every day to get moving! (with the big bold red lines that appear when there is low activity) It never needs a charging...it tells me the time in large enough numbers I can read...I use it with Connect software on my iPhone...I paid more for it than it costs now...maybe an…
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I've had mine since June, without the HRM. There has been a recent price drop to $99 I noticed. I paid $139 for mine. I like it because the battery does not need to be charged, it lasts a year and it is easy to sync. It is also a watch...and it nags me with a red line going across the face of it when I am inactive...and…
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Miralax, or the generic equivalent works for me. I consulted with my clinic and got an Rx for it as well, my health insurance will pay for it then. The clinic told me I could use it as needed, that I would know when I needed to use it and that I didn't need to use it every day just on an as needed basis. There is no sugar…
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Hey there....I am very impressed with your results! I'm coming up on my six months November 12th. You've done an amazing job. Thanks for sharing this.
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Don't worry, some day you will look back and this struggle will be a distant memory.
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Misty, I loved your Post Reply, that made me smile! Thank you! Thanks to everyone who responded here to my post, I now see many posts about this issue that I didn't have time to read before. There are just strange things happening in my world and I am just not used to this! Most of them are good things! The OTHER thing I…
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I found mine at Target. $4.69 for the small jar but totally worth it. Love mine on the 100 calorie Thomas English Muffins toasted with a little Smuckers sugar free jam on top. Smuckers has about five or more different flavors that are sugar free.
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I like the Pure Protein bars, only 2 grams of sugar. Yes, it also has sugar alcohols which is a sugar substitute. They are around 200 calories a bar so I just eat one half of a bar which results in a 100 calorie snack. Premier Protein makes some good tasting ones too but they are huge in size, I cut those down to thirds. I…
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I've been trying the Wheat Thins Fiber Select crackers that my clinic recommended. They have extra fiber which I really need...I only eat a half of a portion, about 7 crackers I think...and I bag them up in a Zip Lock snack sized bag. I can still have a small treat that way but it works out to be a low calorie choice. This…
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I figure most of the people at my gym are too busy looking in the mirror at themselves. If they do look at me they usually come by later and say hi, ask if I am new and then say, good for you that you are here and offer to help me anytime! Shocker I know! (I must have a sign on my back that says I am a friendly guy or…
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I discovered the Half-Caff coffee by Folgers and my clinic has approved it for me, just a cup or so per day. It's not bad but not as good as regular coffee. I've come to learn that half-caff options are out there even in the K-Cup variety but I have not tried them. Folgers Half-Caff is more expensive too but I guess that's…
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I want a dog so bad myself but I know I don't have the proper time to take care of one and love it enough. So, right now I am very happy with my rescued cat. Go to your local shelter and take a few in the get acquainted room one at a time and you just might find one that needs you. My boy is happy to be alone for the work…
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Lets keep going. I just joined a gym myself right after Labor Day. I got going with a trainer and that made it a lot easier....he showed me around and got me going on a program that is easy to follow and challenging. Since I have lost some weight I'm uncomfortable with my body (in the locker room) but I'll get over it. I…
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Thanks for talking about this...and sharing your journey. I too see my imperfections before I see my progress. We're both a work in process I guess. Lets keep going. You are very brave to share this and help others here...including me. Thank you sincerely.
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I bring my lunch to work every day. A sandwich is routine for me but I add other items with it which can be reviewed on my food diary. For today: Sara Lee light wheat hamburger bun, 2 slices of lean Oscar Mayer Turkey Breast, 1 slice 2% american cheese, a small amount of Hellman's light mayo. Snack and or during lunch:…
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I just posted this (below) when I saw your NSV....happy for both of us! WOW.... "Today I wore a size 36 inch pants to the office. This means I have dropped 8 inches in my pants waist size....this is unreal. Also, I no longer choose the "relaxed fit" style, they kind of look rather baggie in the "rear section". Have a great…
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I'm a big fan of the Premier Protein brand of supplement drinks I purchase at my Sam's Club. Each container has 30 grams. To me they taste so much better than all of the others. The 30g combined with my other food sources seems to be enough to get me to my goal which is 60 - 80g. Did your Doctor recommend 100g to you? As…
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I would like to recommend a great book that covers this topic in depth: Dr. Garth Davis The Expert's Guide to WLS Look for it at your local library or bookstore. (I am not related to the author and I will not benefit in any way from this recommendation. I am a WLS patient and I found this book to be extremely valuable to…
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Since reports are showing that business is down in Vegas they have been trying for years to come up with new ways of attracting customers. Many casinos out East are closing too. Vegas is not a place to bring your children. It is and should be an Adult environment. When I visited in April on the weekend, I was unhappy about…
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Last time I had one someone told me it made me look older. I would love to grow it back, fairly easy for me. I have many reasons why I like beards. ...One is the time savings in the morning.
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I can't live without Peanut Butter. I'm a fan of many Smuckers products, many of their PB products are great in my book. I have recently learned about PB2 and I am trying it here and there when I have time to make it. I know I would love to buy it fresh ground without adding anything, but I don't get to those types of food…
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For the most part I am liking my newer Garmin VIVOfit. It even nags me when I am not active. These red lines appear on the face to indicate that I need to get moving. Once I get moving enough they disappear. Good luck.
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Did you work with a Dietician at your clinic before? If you did I would suggested making an appointment to see him/her. I sure value the help I get from my Clinic's entire staff, I know if I needed help or support they would be the people I would consult with. As you said, sometimes having a pre-made-out meal plan is…
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Post bariatric surgery 5/12 I cannot have alcohol for one year. I won't make it that long since I am going camping near a winery over Labor Day. Won't go crazy there but will enjoy a glass or two....and I won't be the driver to get back to the State Park we're visiting. For beer I prefer Michelob Ultra, give it a try.…
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I browsed the replies here but didn't see my choice for MEN....Sam's Club. With recent bariatric surgery I needed some new jeans badly. Their jeans fit pretty good in all areas and are only 13.98 a pair in my area. They offer light blue, regular blue jean blue and the dark wash options. They have the regular "straight fit"…
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Ready, willing and able.
