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Trying to get back on track
Hey everybody! Ive been gone for a while but I'm back. I'm almost 2 yrs out from surgery. I let the sliders ( cookies, crackers) dominate. I've been really hungry lately and seem to want a little snack every hour that fills me up. I just joined a gym and am starting get serious about my fitness and health ( except for…
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147 lbs lighter........yet I did it wrong!!!
Hey everybody my name is Nicole. I started my weight loss journey jan 2011. Yes I had a type of WLS (not bypass or Lapband) Of course Im pleased that I'm smaller and even healthier that I was. I look damn good in clothes and I feel better about myself. I'm proud of my weightloss and I did do a lot of work regardless of…
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Vertical Sleeve saved my life and i am NOT ashamed!!!
Ok this post is a success story, a life story, and a dedication to all my fellow memeber who have had WLS First some things about me I was born in Chicago from drug addicted parents. When I was 3 my mom overdoesed on heroin in bed with me. It messed me up. I was given to my gparents so my dad could continue using.…
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Do u notice obese ppl more now that youve lost weight?
Ok I have to ask? If you were obese and are now at an average bmi do you notice obese people more often? I started my journey at 304. I was miserable. Now that I'm at a "normal" bmi I do notice obese ppl more often. Not in a judgemental way but in a sad I've been there and I wish I could help. I remember what its like to…
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Wadrobe/fashion advice and tips needed!!
Hey everybody. Ok this might seem silly but here goes....I have no style. I was overweight my entire life. At 300 lbs I wore what I could fit. No certain style. Now that I'm a size 8/10 I'm trying to create a style and wardrobe. I'm very eclectic. I like dresses, bright colors, dark, colors, jeans and ts, professional…
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confused about "trolls"?
Ok someone posted a topic and tuns out they were a fake profile of a very obese woman. The post said she weighrd almost 700 lbs and she needed help. Then people labled her a "troll" and it was found to be a fake profile....why do ppl make fake profiles and create fake forum posts? And what is the definition of a "troll" ?…
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Vodka based drinks? going out tonight.
Ok so I'm going out for a girls night. I like vodka. I usually get a vodka and cranberry or a bloody mary. Looking for other vodka based drinks. I do like sweet ones. Not really concerned about sugar as I'm fitting it in and will be only having a couple.
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Anyone here from Springfield or Central IL
Hey guys!! Not new but wondering if their is anyone here from Springfield IL or any of the little towns around there? I live in Springfield and would love to meet some people and maybe have a walking/jogging buddy for spring.
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Calling all clean/organic eaters!! Cheese Please?
I have been doing good adopting a clean eating lifestyle. Not 100% but pretty close. By question is about cheese. String cheese, cottage cheese, any kind of cheese. Are these considered clean? I'm not talking about ones loaded with chemicals. Organic hard cheeses, organic string and cottage cheese. I know they are…
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clean alternative to cream soups??
I love tuna casserole or casseroles in general but they all call for cream soups. These are always loaded with chemicals. Is there a cleaner alternative out there? It doesn't have to be low fat but I would like it whole and natural.
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Intermittent Fasting? sorry if i spelled it wrong!
I have been reading a lot about this lately and have been wanting to give it a try. I was wondering if someone can explain in detail what to do? I understand it as 16 off 8 on. So stop at 8 pm and eat at 12 noon? I know there are other types but this sounds doable. I like cardio cannot go to a gym right now so what kind of…
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Looking for more friends!!
Hey everybody!!! My name is Nicole. I'm not new just looking for more friends/support. A little about me I'm 24, 5'5", and 155 lbs. My goal is 140 or even lower if my body allows it. I'm also looking to get fit, toned, and healthy not just lose weight. I'm a mom to a wonderful 4 yr old boy and a nurse although I am not…
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some questions
I have been interested in clean eating for awhile. Have a few questions....cottage cheese, yogurt, and string cheese...do u consider these clean? I know they come in a package. I don't buy light. I will get 2%. Organic cereal?? Any tips? I am attempting to use what I have and then trading for a cleaner virgin. Condiments?…
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18 more lbs to go til i hit goal!!! Dont lose anymore?
Hi everybody!! To date I have lost 146 lbs. I have a goal of 140 and I am 5'5". I have lost this since jan 24th 2011 and I wanted to be at goal by that date next yr but I'm not trying to push it. But I am so sick of the don't lose anymore weight ppl!!! I've had several people including my bf say this to me. I am still…
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142 lbs gone forever!! And counting!!
Ok I am posting this from my phone but when I get to a computer there will be pics to come. Since Jan 24th I have went from 304 to 162!!!!! A size 24 to a size 10 and a size 3x to a M/L. It feels amazing!!! I had the Verticle Sleeve Gastrectomy. It has changed my life. I feel great. Still have about 25 more lbs to go til…
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Organic food??
Hi all. So I have a question. I had WLS on Jan 24th, 2011. I had the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy. My question lately I have been researching the benefits of an organic/green lifestyle. A lot of it makes sense. I have been putting harmful chemicals in my body all my life. Its crazy what is in our food even the food we think…
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Organic food??
Hi all. So I have a question. I had WLS on Jan 24th, 2011. I had the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy. My question lately I have been researching the benefits of an organic/green lifestyle. A lot of it makes sense. I have been putting harmful chemicals in my body all my life. Its crazy what is in our food even the food we think…
