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I'm ugly... those babies are NOT!! LOL Just a random person stopping by, have a great day!
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As someone who was both abused as a young child, and someone who has always been obese, I understand 100%! Through lots of therapy, I KNOW that for me, the fat was a padded barrier between me and the "harshness" of what else was out in this big, bad world. I was obese enough that I could be pretty much invisible. I had…
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I have DJD and DDD... I've found steroid injections to be useless... at least for me. Physical therapy made it worse. (affected other areas and "tweaked" the sciatic nerve) I had marginal success with trigger point injections, the first couple times, but then they failed. What has helped the most, pain wise AND…
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Also, since you do have the gastric band, check out your protein intake, banders normally don't have the malabsorbtion issues like bypassers, but it IS possible to not get enough. Also, rapid weight loss (whether thru surgery or the usual way) can cause hair loss. Also agree that you should check with your dr. maybe have…
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Are you drinking enough water? Could it be low blood sugar? Are you going long periods before eating? I've also found that sometimes my body needs electrolytes instead of just water. Hope y'all feel better!
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tic tac here! LOL
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Too funny! Humor is an excellent "dieting tool"!
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Amazing progress! I have to agree with the person who said your son looks like a mini-you! What a great example you're setting for him. I bet he's so proud of you!
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I'm a bypasser! As long as you're getting your protein and fluids in, don't worry about the calories yet. Also, there is a site called Renewed Reflections (not the forum on MFP) Do a search and check it out. There's a gazillion great bits of info, and it's mostly bariatric surgery folks. Anyone is welcome though, and there…
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Great work!! You should be proud of yourself! Love the "work in progress" attitude... Keep up the good work!
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If you don't mind old, short ladies who have had gastric bypass, then your FRs are very welcome... just drop me a note with the request.I'm on daily, and if I know your macros, I'll support you accordingly. I eat 50% protein, 25% carbs and fat, with less than 30grams of sugar.
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I have no advice, but did want to tell you I admire you for even trying to exercise with what you're dealing with! Also, as you lose weight, you may need less and less of the BP meds!
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As someone who had gastric bypass, and has had several complications, I can tell you it's neither the "easy way out" nor the right thing for everyone! I say go to the consultation, even better, if the Dr. isn't part of a Bariatric Center Of Excellence, find one who is. They give "full disclosure", before you even start…
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I'm not usually one to jump in on posts and put my 2 cents worth in, especially if I think it isn't helpful or may be negative, but geez, OP, your subject kinda says it all... getting paranoid? Girl, you nailed that one already! Folks, THNTDWA has now been replaced! OP, to end on a positive note, you can also find…
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I don't usually post much, but somehow feel the need to here. .My Dear, I feel like I've traveled back in time when I read your posts! I definitely have been there! I've done things that could have resulted in my being arrested for stalking, seriously, not joking here at all. What I've taken away from my experiences is…
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Have lived in apartments where someone was murdered and lived in one where someone died due to complications of diabetes. The natural death apt was actually creepier because the upstairs neighbor spent 3 days bouncing a basketball directly over the bedridden diabetic lady's bedroom. She died upset and alone. In the apt…
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I had the same thing happening. I've never smoked or worked in a hazardous profession.After being tested for asthma, copd, and interstitial lung disease ,my dr discovered that I have scar tissue in my left lung and further testing says I'm only at 59% lung capacity. I'm on oxygen 24/7. I didn't need it while using the…
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Try being the CLEANING LADY for the gym! Top 3 creeps: 1. Same guy every night (a police officer no less) wouldn't answer when I knocked oh the male locker room door and yelled "cleaning crew" He'd wait til I came in and would always be changing or peeing, when I'd apologize and start to leave, he'd assure me it was ok and…
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Also, some of the protein powders cost less than the premade shakes.
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If y'all are sleevers, definitely add her... she not only knows a lot about it, she also a fantastic encourager!
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Excellent job!! Whether it's remission or cured, just take it and run with it! You'll have no problem keeping it under control with this change in lifestyle!
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Hun, my advice is this: 1. accept your weakness as is 2. Know accepting it doesn't mean giving in to it 3. I have found out the hard way, I MUST plan my meals at least a day ahead of time. If I'm at home I keep ONLY what I should be having, and in the event I stay overnight, or for the weekend somewhere, I plan for and…
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This has happened to me! I agree with everyone else, just make better choices today but don't deprive yourself!
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Can't give much advice on carrying bear spray, but Dang, I'm scared of you! You got bit by a bear and you're still running??? Hat's off to ya!! Makes any of my excuses not to work out pale in comparison!
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cool whip is like whipped cream ... sugar free was used in this recipe... do they have canned whipped cream called Reddiwhip? That would work too!
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Add me if you'd like. I started at 320, have lost about 115lbs with another 100-115 to go for goal weight of 100 lbs. This is right in the middle of a healthy BMI range for my height. You're AMAZING!
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theworldaccordingtoeggface has some great recipes... it's not just for gastric bypass people although she had it done.
