I was having pains in my side like i was running a race and then naseau. My doctor examed me and everything pointed to gall bladder stones so she told me that I should be prepared for surgery in the next two days. I had the ultra sound and then I got the report today and she stated that everything is fine on the ultra sound. She wants me to follow up with my Gastric doctor. She called me back in five minutes and stated that she consulted with another doctor in her office and then they made the determination that I need an endoscopy because I may have sludge. What the heck is sludge. Please share with me your experience and point of view. I will see a doctor but want more clarification. Huggsss

my ass is I also have inner thigh Issues I hate my Tummy

Well first off it isn't real coffee.. but if you like coffee it tastes like a really dark earthy blend! I usually make some up and put a shot of SF flavored syrup, 2 packets of splenda, and some steamed milk in it! And a shot of reddiwhip and sprinkles too! LOL! Yeah all frufru and fancy! RocaMojo (organic roasted soy, coffee alternative) high protein and fiber, caffeine free! 1 cup= 60 cal, 0 fat, 0 sodium, 0 carbs, 6 fiber, 0 sugar, 13g protein, 0 A, 0 C, 6% calcium, 10% iron, 25% riboflavin, 25% Niacin My coffee mug holds a cup and a half of coffee plus the milk or cream and other stuff I put into it so mine works out to 20 g per mugfull! YUM! I bought it from a low-carb food center in Nashville!

Hey Jamie, My food addictions have always been in the form of carbs! I eat crackers when I can't seem to fill that empty spot.: I have sf candies if I need a chocolate fix, I usually go for the Russell Stovers carmel clusters. I've never touch liquid with my food. I do have trouble waiting after I drink to eat. I try to wait as long as possible, usually 1 hr to drink after I eat. Try and try to remind myself that we sometimes feel extra hungry when we're dehydrated, so if in doubt, drink drink drink! Take care, Syndi

One of my favorites of taking care of that nagging need to drink when you really can't for another 20 minutes or so is... Jell-o! I know it is sad, I am still eating sugar free jello! However, I am having fun with it! I spend one day a week mixing up batches in my mad laboratory! I use those great 1/2 cup serving sized containers from ziplock or gladware to hold the jello (it sets up faster and takes up a lot less room in the fridge, not to mention it is handy for on the go stuff! I mix up flavors that I would like in my measuring cup and pour them into the containers, I even do layering of flavors for something unique or sometimes I add carb clever fruit to it if I am making it up for dessert purposes. Anyways, I keep these in the fridge and when I am thirsty but I can't drink I eat these and I add a bit of ReadyWhip to the top, it helps to cure my sweets craving and it is a liquid but still a food so according to my doc it really doesn't flush away your meal. I keep sugar free hard candy on hand to keep my throat wet during periods where I am not supposed to be drinking. I keep a small insulated lunch box in my truck with bottle sof water in them just in case I am not near a water course or near a store to buy some. I found this coffee that gives me my fix for coffee but has a whopping 20g of protein per cup!!! Plus I have some SF syrups and stuff to make lattes and such! Brightest Blessings for a Wonderful Day~ Jamie M. aka Lady Autumn Weight- 257/154/146 BMI- 44.1/26.4/25 Height- 5'4" Total Weight Loss: -103 lbs. Surgery Date- 1/19/05 Visit my OH profile or stop by My Weight Loss Journey Website at: home.bellsouth.net/p/PWP-LadyAutumnsWLSjourney Visit my Live Journal at: livejournal.com/users/magickalmom