What did I lose in 2007? In 2007, I hit my highest weight ever -- 367 lbs. I lost 96 of those pounds in 2007. I lost the need to take medications for diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and migraines. I found that I can get up at 5:30 am every single work day and drag my ass to the pool to exercise in the water for 45 minutes -- and I feel like crap if I don't do it. I found that I can stop eating after just a few bites. If I don't, my pouch reminds me of why I should have. I found that taking my calcium, vitamins, and Prevacid is harder than I thought it would be and have had to be creative in ways to remind myself that I must take them daily! I found that I can be more involved in activities with my children because I'm not in constant pain and looking for a chair to sit down. I'm looking forward to the rest of 2008. I hope to lose another 140 lbs this year and regain even more mobility.

My back was hurting for some time after the surgery. I asked my doctor about it because I was concerned that I herniated my disk and he said that while I was losing weight, my body had to adjust to the changes in weight lose. That I was probably walking different to compensate for this and this was causing my back to go out on me. I haven't had really bad pains lately, but I do get aches in my back. Its a good thing to talk to your doctor about it to at least put your mind as ease.

Thanks to all that posted responses. I think it so great we are progressing so well. I know that I feel very blessed, but by no means what to that this for granted. Wishing everyone a great and Healthly 2008. Jackie

I lost a total of 64 pounds; 24 pre-op and 40 post-op (9/11/07). I lost low self-esteem and lack of energy and gained many blessings from God. I reached my first goal of 199 pounds and a size large clothes instead of a 3XL. I was actually called skinny for the first time in over 20 years. I'm looking forward to many positive changes in my life in 2008. God is so good! I know that I will reach my ultimate goal- 140 pounds by my birthday July 27th. A Blessed New Year To All Of My Weight Loss Sisters And Brothers! Mary Ward

Im new to posting, but the amount of hair Ive been losing recently has brought me here for some advice. It's my understanding that hair loss is related to the amount of protein Im taking in. Which vitamin(s) is it that is supposed to help prevent hair loss? Also, I read in one of the posts here that the hair loss will eventually stop. WHEN? I did expect some hair loss, but not to the degree Im experiencing it. Thanks to you all, and keep up the good work!