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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
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What’s on your Monday menu?

Good mornin everyone! Not much happening here today. Hopefully we’ll be able to stay home for most of it if not all of it. QOTD: what was your first vehicle? Mine was a 78 ford fairlane. It cost a whopping 250 bucks. My grandpa fixed it up enough to get…

Melody P.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
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Sunday fun-day - what's on your menu today?

Good morning weekenders ~ Yesterday was a good day! I was almost as productive as I'd hoped but I'm feeling good. I had the best talk with my sister, the one I rarely see these days. We talked for hours and it was like old times when we were close,…

Ymaliz
RNY | Nov 21, 2016 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
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Happy Saturday!! What's on your menu today?

Good morning weekender's ~ I'll stick to just starting on the weekends, 7 days is too much. Yesterday, I was considering skipping my treadmill routine to get an earlier start on the thread, worried about the east coasters wanting to post... That's crazy. The treadmill is the one thing I…

Ymaliz
RNY | Nov 21, 2016 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
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What's on your (photo) Friday menu RNY'ers?

OH isn't letting me upload or add photos - I will keep trying... Good morning and Happy Friday! We made it. So nice to be home! I slept like a log and currently enjoying my favorite coffee on the couch with my fur babes. I am working a half day…

Ymaliz
RNY | Nov 21, 2016 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
427 views · 23 replies

What's on your Thursday menu?

Good morning and welcome to Thirsty Thursday ~ If anyone else wants to get us started, feel free. I'm a early riser, but on west coast time, so feel free. It's been a nice trip, but I'm so over it and ready to go home today. I have a half…

Ymaliz
RNY | Nov 21, 2016 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
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What's on your Wednesday menu's RNY'ers??

Good morning gang! I hope you are all hitting mid-week super-charged with the weekend in sight! Another hot day here, but the food was pretty good, lots of good protein, fruit and veg options. I met up with my old neighbors for tacos last night. They are the ones who…

Ymaliz
RNY | Nov 21, 2016 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
548 views · 33 replies

What's on you Tuesday menu RNYer's?

Good morning ~ Happy taco Tuesday! Yesterday was my driving day and it was lovely until I got to the hotel and it was over 100 degrees. I took a walk and was dying; damn I am not used to this. I’m within walking distance of some fun places but…

Ymaliz
RNY | Nov 21, 2016 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
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Good Morning Monday - what's on your menu today RNY'ers?

Good morning menuers ~ Okay, I'll start because I really need to post for accountability and to set intentions so here goes! I took lots of naps over the weekend but was decently productive yesterday. Good news, I woke up to 99% clear skin and just 1 itchy little spot.…

Ymaliz
RNY | Nov 21, 2016 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
202 views · 6 replies

Happy Sunday-funday!!! What are you eating today?

Good morning ~ ^ that, it's how it is these days! It is a very good morning today!! I didn't have any issues with rash or itching last night. I have two small areas that are inflamed/itchy on my side and wrist, but otherwise my skin is clear. What a…

Ymaliz
RNY | Nov 21, 2016 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery Forum (RNY)
231 views · 8 replies

Happy Saturday!! What's on your menu today?

Good morning ~ I slept in until 6 this morning. It's so rare and I'm always surprised. My rash seemed to calm down some yesterday. Doc said it might be an allergic reaction to antibiotics. But after having a repeat of of the previous night and waking up scratching with…

Ymaliz
RNY | Nov 21, 2016 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

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Back on my weight loss journey

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Hey, I remember joining Obesityhelp more than 3 years ago. At that time I was a svelte 160 and doing good with my health (Height: 6'1"). My biggest when I was 12 was 228 Pounds that I recorded but I ballooned up to 235 Pounds about 3 months ago. Now…

GabeCocos160

Continuing struggles

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It has been 21 years since my surgery.  I do not regret it at all.  The lowest I had ever gotten after surgery was 220.  I have been struggling with weight loss for so long.  I got back up to 248 last year.  I have since been trying to lose…

shwebby

Premier Protein

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This is my go to breakfast and lunch.  Would love to try the Pumpkin Spice flavor. #PremierProteinGiveaway

nickinosbish1
BPDDS | Mar 10, 2024 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

#Premierproteingiveaway

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So excited to enter!  Premier Protein is a game changer for me - but difficult to afford on a limited income ar age 67.  Winning this basket would help me have a bit more money at the end of the month for personal self care.  #Premierproteingiveaway

Meleani W.

Lap band removed for the Gastric Sleeve Sleeve

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My lap band was shocking me. It was the worse  feeling. I woke up many things during the night feeling like I was shocking to death. Also, the port in my stomach would flip when I bend down sometime with alot of pain. Thank God it's out. 

B. simmons

Premier Protein

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Love the pumpkin premier protein pumpkin spice and look forward to it every year.  I have been premier protein since before my surgery and have also recommended it to my parents and friends.  Just really enjoy helping people.  #premierproteingiveaway

dvalencia1065
VSG | Nov 28, 2018 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

Premier Protein Pumpkin Spice

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My favorite drink and look forward to it every year.  It is delicious!

dvalencia1065
VSG | Nov 28, 2018 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

19 years out! It's a struggle but worth it.

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I am a bad blogger honestly.    I don't do much Facebook, Instagram or ticktock... Now for some reason I do like Twitter now known as X.  I am 19 years out from WLS. OMG.  Can I say this is the best thing I ever done for myself... yes.  My…

Pammi G

Excellent Doctor

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Surgery was 9/11/24. I was very nervous just prior to going into the operating room, obviously, but Baranov’s team was very thorough and made me feel at ease. They reassured me, kept me informed and answered all of my questions. I am very happy with my experience. I look forward…

amandamacwhinnie9
VSG | Sep 11, 2024 | Bariatric Surgeon: Dr.

19 Years Post-Op & 4-year Cancer Free Update

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Well, almost 3 years again since I last posted - time flies, life goes on, we hit our obstacles and find paths around them! I'm now 4 years past my HPV P16+ Squamous Cell Carcinoma Throat Cancer diagnosis and treatment and still in remission!  Oddly enough, one of the biggest…

Marie Cicogni

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Dr. A completed my surgery March 2024 and it was a wonderful experience. I read and watched a lot of videos before my procedure and had actually booked an appointment with a clinic in the US. But after I found Dr. A, I knew I wanted him to do my…


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