5th Month, How is it going for you?

Hello Everyone! I'm sorry I don't check in here more often. I hang out on the "Over Fifty Forum" a lot. I'm 5 mos post op LAP RNY on 2/16/05. I'm 5'3" , 56 years young, and started out at 377 lbs. I'm currently, 266 and doing great. I don't like a lot of foods, dr says its a "chemical/hormonal thing" and that a lot of people report that it takes 6-9 months to get some of those "good" tastes back. It does make it easy to be compliant! My hair has just started to thin. Nutritionist suggested added Omega 3's (Fish oil capsules). Still relying on protein shakes as I just can't stand most meats. I exercised 4-5 days a week and am doing so much more than I was this time last year. Camping, walking, going to the beach. Wishing all of you the best. Karen

I'll be toddling over to the 50s forum in a few months, so save me a seat! Jeanie

OK, I'm down a total of 85 pounds and 88.5 inches as of yesterday. My next "mini goal" is to have lost 100 pounds by the time school starts back up - 8/15. Unfortunately, I haven't been exercising AT ALL - so I'm sure if I was it would come off quicker, but I just haven't been doing that. I sure feel a lot better than I did this time last year - hell, this time 5 months ago! I've gone from size 3X/26/28 to L to XL shirt and anywhere from XL to 18-20 on bottom - just depends on the size and the make of the garmet. Wendy 297/212/150

Hi Jeanie, Looks like all the Febbers are doing AWESOME!!! I started at 212 and now weigh 152. Total of 60 pounds gone. I am 4'11" I have gone from a size 22(tight) to a 10/12... I can't tolerate any sort of artificail sweetners (not sure why) or grilled chicken. I don't eat breads or pastas of any kind (don't want to start that) I thank God every day for this wonderful tool. I try to exercise 5-6 times a week. I work on the protein and water everyday, and I do take my vitamins. I never knew life could be this good!!! Sharon 212/152/???

Hi folks - Nice to see everyone is making such great progress! You are all kicking some butt!! I'm down 70 lbs since surgery, 109 since I decided I was going to look into WLS. My tight 22's & 24's have been replaced by 14's and 16's, medium tops and even smaller shoes, jewelry and glasses! Up until the past few days - I would tell anyone that asked - I would have this surgery every single day if I had to. The past few days have been bumpy... but combined with the heat wave we've been having - and nauseating humidity... I'm pretty sure it's NOT the surgery - but the environment that has been leaving me feeling so crummy. My hair has stopped coming out in handfuls - but the 'bruise factor' has increased. My boyfriend remarked about matching bruises on my thighs the day before yesterday... I had to think for a moment, but I had been sitting with my elbows on my legs for a staff meeting... not being beaten in the conference room! Hang in there everyone! You're all doing great!! Julie RNY - distal 2/10/05 269/189/110..... 5'3"

hello to one and all: i'm finding it really hard to believe it's only been five months. so much has happened since early february. but here goes - i've lost little over 100 lbs but have no idea how many inches. the clothes i was wearing have gotten looser, but i was pretty well stretching the size 30/32s i had in my wardrobe. my eating is going all right. most of the time i am able to stay in the guidelines of wls. i still have trouble not drinking with meals. sometimes i still sip a****er, but i'm doing better. the exercise is coming along. i'm still at 340 lbs so, even though i'd love to be running, jogging, biking, etc... realistically i can walk. so that's what i do. i walk faster, i walk more, and i use my orthodics to make sure the plantar fascitis doesn't become an issue again. i thank God daily for this chance at a new life. i'm actually closing in on 50 years young, too, so i look at this surgery as the first chapter of the second half of my life. and i'm very pleased to have each and every one of you to chat with on these boards. your support and info has been invaluable and i know i will continue to drop in here frequently. thanks to all. have a great weekend. hug someone you love. dorthe

I can't believe it's five months today since my surgery. I'm down 75 POUNDS! I don't see much of difference from my life pre-op....except that I don't eat as mu*****uantity anymore. I still feel sometimes like I eat too much, but I know it's just my mindtrips. I can eat just about anything, just have the discipline to gear towards healthy foods. I prefer to keep carbs in my diet to keep it as close to a healthy diet as possible. It works for me, and besides I've been on the carb diet before and the aftermath was not too pleasant for me. I still don't see the difference when I look in the mirror. Just feels nI jice that I can walk into a MACY'S or ROBINSONS-MAY and actually fit what they have on the racks. No more visiting the "BIG GIRL'S STORE" anymore...if I didn't want to. I still feel much more comfortable at FASHION PLUS than FOREVER 21, though. Something about a size 5 being considered an XL ...ummm..it makes me feel bad! By the way, if your going to peek at my profile I have to warn you that there's lots of photos so make sure you don't have a dial up connection! 23 years old 5'3" PRE-OP POST-OP ------------------------------------------------ BMI 42 28.9? SHIRTS 18/20 6/8 or 10/12 PANTS tight 3XL(18/20) tight 9/10 Lap Last RNY 2.16.05 Dr. Nazarian f.a.c.s. 237/163/115....that's what both my sisters weigh anyway!

Hi all! I am Kristin and I am new to this board but was curious to see how my surgery twins were doing. I had surgery on 2/15/05 and am down 112lbs. Went from a 32 pant to a 22 or 18 depending on the brand and my tops are a 1x or XL depending. I am loving life! 64 pounds till my personal goal. No problems with food or drink, except I have no appetite. Most days I have to force myself to eat enough and my hair is falling out big time! No regrets! Feeling wonderful! Kristin

Hi Everyone!! I am down a little over 60 pounds! I am a bit stalled at the moment... guess my body is taking a rest... I am keeping up the protien, vitamins & supplements... my monthly B12 shot... and of course exercising!!! I can do So many things I haven't been able to do for YEARS!!! one of the most FUN is buying clothing in the REGULAR size department!!! I am down from a verrrrrrrrry tight 24 to a 14 or 16 I have even lost a half shoe size now, if I can remember to keep my profile page updated.... HUGS to everyone Deb @ Indian Lake

In 5 months I have lost 80lbs and just got back from a trip to Sweden with my hubby. Life is good Now if I can just drop another 80lbs!!! LOL My weight loss has been slow and steady, but it has not stopped at all, so for that I am grateful. As long as I am losing, I am happy! Kelly S