One year ago today, I started my new life. I was 456 pounds and very unhappy. I couldnt move, It was a struggle just to go to work everyday. Today I weighed in at 255. That is a 201 # loss in twelve months my friends. I attribute that extreme loss to my support systems. My friends, surgeon support groups, nutritionists, pychologist, gym trainer and most importantly YOU~! What I would of done without this wonderful site is unimagiable. I thank all of you for your posts and valuable insite to this process. May all of you feel as good as I do today~! Lots of love. Lisa Open 2/11/04 Hernia/TT 11/22/04 456/255/shooting for the stars~!

Hey, Craig! Sounds like you are doing a great job with your weight loss. I'm being told a pretty similar range in the protein and calorie intake from my doctor. Is there any danger in getting too much protein? And how much is too much? Don't you hate when someone answers a question with another question? I'll check back to see other responses. Denise

Thanks for all the encouraging words. Today is much better; I refuse to let some crum ruin my daily routine so I was back in the same parking lot this morning picking up my dry cleaning. I've got way too much good in my life to let it get to me. After all, I lived 46 years without anything like it happening, so maybe I'm good for another 46 now. Love you all, Julie

Hi All; I am 15 pounds from goal weight and 1 year out like us all and have lost 165 pounds. I am feeling great. My question is now I am trying to build some muscle and need to take in more protein and my surgeon is only saying 80 grams per day and 1300 calories per day. Is that what you are all being told? Let me know. Thanks you all. Craig