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Hmmm. I can't help but wonder if we're all talking about the same thing. There's whey protein caseinate, then there's whey protein concentrate, and saving the best for last, there's whey protein isolate. wls patients want to use whey protein isolate, as it is the most bio-available form and the...

Polo, Congratulations on your outstanding recovery. Your fiber supplement and water intake should be taking care of any constipation issues. Are you getting in plenty of fluids every day? You might ask your nutritionist if she thinks you may need to switch to a different fiber supplement. I'm...

. madehernew, All your questions are important. Write them down and take them with you to your doctor's appointment. And if you think of more later, write them down, too. You can always ask here and someone may well have an answer. But your surgeon and her/his team are the experts on your...

BamaBaby, I'm so sorry you're having to endure all this. All these things that have happened to you are complications that could have happened with any surgery, not just weight loss surgery. Doesn't make it any easier to take, I know. I won't EVER lie to you. This will get better! As each...

. Kim, how absolutely awesome for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Gonna do anything to celebrate? Trip to the thrift store for a new dress maybe? I can't see spending any appreciable amount of money on new clothes yet. Still, you will need something soon and I encourage you to find something pretty you...

Welcome, Amy, I'm glad you've found your way here, though very sorry to hear about the issues you're having. All these things should be put in writing and sent to your surgeon and/or pcp with copies to your insurance company. Doesn't have to be anything fancy, just stating what's what and...

. Glad you're feeling better. Thanks for the update. It helps us see how we can best support you. Know that this will get better!

. Why are you taking children's Tylenol and not regular Tylenol? It sounds like you are healing very slowly. Are you getting in all your fluids? How much? All your protein? Again, how much? You need both to heal properly. You also need both to lose the weight you should be able to expect to...

Your best bet for an accurate comparison is to search the 'net, see what some surgeons who perform each have to say. Dr. Rutledge, the developer of the mgb has a site with extensive information. Here are two links to abbreviated animations of each surgery...

Mergatroid, You go, Baby! Know that my thoughts go with you in your surgery and beyond.

Most post-op food plans call for nothing raw for some months. What does your plan/your nutritionist have to say?

. Yay! Congratulations. Another step forward for you on this awesome journey. A little surprised to see you so soon. Awesome! You're a star!!!

Congratulations, GCooper! Your weight loss is coming along. I hope you are very proud of yourself. Don't push yourself too much on the meats. Some people even six months out, and more, still don't do well with them. Everybody's different. I am concerned, however. Are you getting enough...

. Aaack! Most likely a food allergy but could be drug or environment-related. Write down everything you are putting in your mouth AND anything that is touching your body. Try to think what the newest items are. If there are new things, try to date when you started them. How did you...

Welcome, Reasa, And Congratulations on your weight loss surgery. What a tremendous gift you have given yourself. Texas is a big place. Care to be a little more specific about where you are? Look at all the weight you've already lost! You must feel like a new person already!!! I'm glad you've...

. At the top of your screen, the second blue button from the left is Forums. Click that. When the list of Forums has loaded on your screen, Page Down twice, or scroll down until you find what you want, if that is easier for you. You're looking for a blue bar that goes across the screen...

I've never found anyone there either and I've tried all different times of day and night. Since there are so few of us, it would be best to set a time to meet there. Say 8:00-8:30 pm Central Time any night of the week? If that's an absolute no go for anybody, please suggest another time.

Chat Room: At the top of your screen, click on the big blue Forums button. When the page loads, Page Down twice. Look carefully. You will see the "Member's Chat Room."

. I am a huge fan of chia seed. They are a real nutrition powerhouse. I'm not sure they're a good idea for anybody with a stoma, however. I would very much like to learn what a bariatric nutritionist or surgeon has to say about them.

Kim, Your morning temperature tests indicate without doubt you are having thyroid issues. See another doctor, preferably an endocrinologist and preferably someone with a special interest in thyroid issues and/or the work of Dr. Broda Barnes. Please don't wait. You need to do this for...