PaBirdie1

Congrats on your efforts! I just joined MFP about a week ago. I have lost 90 pounds but joined because after an accident in Feb and 2 recent surgeries, i was starting to get off track. Being able to see what I am eating and having them track the information for me has been so easy and very eye opening. I put my starting…

do you fear insurance wont pay or did you already call and ask? Just call and ask if they cover bariatric surgery. Mine covered the band or gastric bypass but not the sleeve. Having diabetes is in your favor to qualify. Dont give up, your health is worth it.

I dont think its rude at all. I would think that forcing someone to order just for the sake of appearances is more rude.

Most of the time, I avoid bread all together. If I do happen to have a little, I will take a small bite in between other foods. Ate a bread stick once at Olive Garden while waiting for our meal and spent the rest of the evening leaving the table to throw up. Ended up taking my meal home because the pain and throwing up…

I didnt finish reading all the replies yet, but I also have a gastric band . I lost 80 pounds (the old fashioned way) before I got it. I have a seriously bad back and was warned that if I dont get the weight off and keep it off, my spine will eventually collapse. I have already lost 1 1/2 inches in height and I am only 48.…

When you work out, you build some muscle. Since muscle weighs more than fat, you will see weight gain. You are probably burning fat in those areas, so you will see a reduction in size. Thats just a simple explanation, but Im sure someone can explain it in more detail.

I love putting in my Nickelback CD. Their music has such good beats to it that its easy to stay on track and it makes me want to move!!

I agree with everyone else. It seems that mostly women come to these boards anyway, so if you are looking for support, you are almost stuck with females. If more guys would get involved and be proud of the journey, it would be more even. Im ok having male friends as well because its just as easy to delete as it is to add.

Im 5' 6 1/2 and at around 210, I am comfortable in a 16 pant (US) and a large top. Some 14s in a pant depending on the cut.