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Carbs are the devil!!! Lol. I have been trying to keep my carbs below 50gm/day to lose weight. But on the days that I have more, I suffer from such hunger and feel like I'm on the prowl for anything carby. I'm only 4 months out from having DS and hope to keep carbs at a minimum for at least the first 6-9 months. I worry…
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I'm so glad I decided to have duodenal switch surgery in Dec '12. I'm 50 years old and like so many other MO people, I tried every diet out there. After starving or denying myself for 30+ years, I finally came to the realization that diets really don't work. Lol. We damage our metabolisms so much with yo-yo dieting.…
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What you need to take in calorie, protein and carb wise is very individual. So many factors affect are metabolism. I could not lose weight pre-op without reducing my calories to under 1500/day and keep my carbs to under 80. Your mileage may vary, of course. I agree that most doctors have little understanding about…
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Now that's how you can have balance in your life. Well done and BE proud of yourself!! Cheers!! :drinker:
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Agree with checking your blood work. Iron deficiency anemia is common in women of child bearing age, especially after bariatric surgery. Speak to your family doctor as well as your bariatric clinic. Keep up with your protein, vitamins and hydration. Hope you feel better soon.
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I had duodenal switch in Dec '12. Part of that surgery is a sleeve. I'm doing very well and have had no significant issues post-op. Already down 53lbs and off my diabetes and one of my BP meds. Best of luck with your journey!!!
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I can hardly recognize you from your before photo. You look SO much younger!! Congratulations on your success!! :bigsmile:
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Wish I could drink plain water. Just can't get enough in without feeling kinda nauseous. I use a tiny squirt of Mio in my water bottle and can easily get 8-10 glasses in every day. I'm sure the artificial sweeteners and flavorings aren't good for us. But I figure that it's more important to me to get my water in so I can…
