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Thank you so much, I have put some back on, but feel good now. I was much too thin in the beginning and didn't look healthy. I wanted to re-share this since prior to my surgery looking at others' success videos gave me the drive I needed to succeed as well!

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Thank you for sharing this information I will look into this! I'm happy to reconnect with you as well!

I'm doing well thank you. For many years I was on this site and posted many blogs sharing the trials and tribulations of this journey, and then when they updated the site, I couldn't share my blogs anymore, and wanted to write more encouraging and inspiring content. I too had RNY Gastric...

Isopure has I believe 40 grams of protein, which helps boost your intake in the beginning stages of your journey. Many health food stores have this item in stock, and plenty of chicken and fish can help you as well, which is filling, and healthy on your road to success!

It's quite a challenge and you may feel weak and have a headache, but it's essential in order to shrink your liver prior to surgery. You'll be amazed how much weight you'll lose in two weeks just by sticking to that regimen for a while! Hang in there, it gets better.

I understand how he feels especially if he's new on this journey. When you have an addiction such as food, it's hard to see everyone in your family eating whatever they wish as we are going through withdrawal of our new way of eating lifestyle. I was fortunate enough to have my family support...

If you've just had weight loss surgery and are suffering from diabetes, this video is for you! Dr. Floch talks about how there's an obesity epidemic happening globally, in addition to the consequences and long-term effects it imposes, but also the benefits of having weight-loss surgery which...

Here's a quick clip of the Fashion Show held at Lord and Taylor's Store. The event was to celebrate the success of FCB's patients in addition to raising awareness about obesity as well.

I never experienced any smell changes after surgery, and I would contact my surgeon regarding the sharp stabbing pain. Everyone has a different healing process and experience, but I would get that checked out if you're in that type of pain. Don't assume it's normal until you find out for sure...

Ultimately, it's an individual/personal decision, but I can assure you that if you are ready for change, and I mean an EATING LIFESTYLE CHANGE, that entails a commitment to incorporating exercise as well for the REST OF YOUR LIFE, then I suggest you go for it! Especially if you've attempted to...

I'm glad that you're moving forward with this journey. It will take time, but in the end, you'll be happy that you've stayed true to yourself and also this journey. Stay strong!

Hi Liz! Good to meet you! I'm happy to hear that you're well on your way to a new and improved healthy lifestyle ahead! It's wonderful to finally join a community of like-minded people on this site who care and want to offer their experience on their personal journey's on Life after WLS. I...

The gas will go away after a while. They fill your belly up with gas so they can perform the procedure effectively. It takes time, but you'll be fine. Listen and follow to the letter the instructions that your surgeon and their team have given you and you'll do great! It's a process since...

Yes it can be and it means you need to take much smaller bites and chew, chew, chew, until it's dissolves....that makes it easier on your new tummy and you as well. There may be times when you'll realize "wow" I ate too much and pray that it comes out since I'm in pain and I feel miserable...

As I had mentioned on another site is that our mindset is not in sync with our bodies, if ever......It takes a lot of commitment, determination, and creating distractions from being "enticed" with the idea of wanting to eat those foods. Think of it this way...why did you initially decide to...

Greetings! I've just posted my latest blog on exercise and healing, which will give insight especially for the newbies out there just beginning their journey the importance and benefits of moving not only mentally forward, but also physically as well. I talk about the many benefits of creating...

I was not tired, it does take a while after any surgery to bounce back to feeling "normal" once again, but I would suggest to make sure you're taking your vitamins every day especially taking in your iron supplements for bariatric patients. If the fatigue persists, I would talk to your doctor...

I understand how you feel. It's hard to intake the protein, plus the water in our little pouch. When I mentioned if it's cold outside, I noticed I did not finish my thought.....Walk inside your home whenever possible.......time yourself. Walk for 15 minutes every 1/2 hour. Movement is good...