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Wow thanks so much everyone for sharing your advice & stories! It seems I have a lot to think about still...

Isopure protein shakes and drinks have between 40-50 grams of protein per serving. It's sold at GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe, and online. I drink the Isopure Low Carb (shake) in the dutch chocolate flavor.

I can only dream of the day when I have parachute panties! LOL!! You ladies are cracking me up! =)

I personally use Isopure Low Carb in the dutch chocolate flavor. It has 50g of protein per serving but the flavor is pretty bad. I've previously tried EAS AdvantEDGE in the milk chocolate and dark chocolate flavors. I liked them both but they ended up making me really sick because I have a soy intolerance (I didn't know it…

I am also waiting on approval from my insurance for the VSG. I've had to do a 6 month diet before my insurance will consider it (I have one more month left). My SW was 231 - I'm down to 217 and am 5'6". Which surgery are you considering?

Great story! Thanks for sharing!

You're absolutely correct. I followed the website until recently when I consulted with all three and they all told me the same thing (don't eat them). I try to ignore the net calories now and only look at the food calories. Honestly though, do what ever works for you. :)

I suppose it's hard to say whom is correct. I tend to bounce around between a 1200 calorie diet up to a 1500 calorie diet and ever since I stopped eating my exercise calories burned I've had more progress. To each his own! :)

Thank you for your input everyone! :)

Too funny! I loved it! Thank you for sharing =)

International Delights Sugar-free Hazelnut (20 calories per Tbsp)

I'm no expert but I've had 3 professionals (a sports medicine dr, a nutritionist, and a fitness coach) all tell me the same thing: NEVER eat your exercise calories. So for example if you were on a 2,000 calorie diet, burned 500 calories exercising, only eat the 2,000 (not 2,500). Hope this helps! =)

Wow it's incredible how negative people can be on here - like elementary school. Thank you again to the MANY people that stood up for my topic.

Update: I went ahead and bought the chocolate. I don't care too much for it but I really don't have much to compare it to. On the positive side, 50g of protein is AMAZING. I plan to drink it, even if it makes me gag! Thank you for your feedback! :-)

Then don't reply to my post if you don't feel it doesn't apply to you. Thank you.

Then don't reply to my post if you don't feel it doesn't apply to you. Thank you.

Thank you to everyone that provided postive feedback. I will be sure to check this out further! :-)

Holy crap!!!! You look INCREDIBLE! You're my hero! Do you mind if I ask how tall you are and the weight you were in your heaviest photo? I'm trying to gauge where I fall. Thanks hon! :-)

It sounds AMAZING but it has an awful lot of ingredients. I don't think I would have the patience to put this together and I would probably eat the whole thing. Thanks for sharing though - I can dream about someone making it for me :)

I'm in the same boat as you. I currently drink 2 protein shakes (17g of protein each) but am looking for a more efficient way since I don't eat much meat or chicken. I found this protein powder that has 50g of protein per serving. It's about $40.00 for 21 servings (so it's $1.90 each shake). It seems expensive up front but…

Great job! You should be really proud of yourself!

Me! Me! I'm 225 today. Good luck everyone!

I found resistance bands really helpful for the butt and thighs.

Heather, I've also struggled with accountability! Since I've joined MFP, I have done so much better. I like to log my meals all throughout the day. I also love looking at other people's food diaries to get an idea about some healthy options. If not already, I would suggest making your diary public to your friends - and…

Alyssa, Thanks so much for sharing your story! I too have struggled with my weight and the way that I look at myself. It is wonderful to see that you were able to have such success! You will make a beautiful bride! I don't know you but I am very proud of you! Congrats on the wedding! - Susan