OCTOBER ROLL CALL

Hello Sheryl: Surgery: October 21st, 2004 Weight then: 377 pounds Weight now: 267 Weight loss: 110 I have read some of the other reports from people, about the woman who said that her hunger has returned with a vegence. I myself don't get hungry but also have to watch myself when it comes to looking in the frige. Old habbits are hard to break. I am able to tolerate pastas and sauce, or anything for that matter as long as it doesn't contain any granulated sugar. It is hard to find foods that aren't made with sugar, even some of the Lean Cuisine meals contain sugar. I don't really go into dumping but my body rejects it. I had a beef and bean burrito that according to the label had very little sugar in it, It didn't settle well. Other wise I have been blessed. I have had no complications from the surgery as of yet, and do watch what I eat. I don't drink many protein drinks but am getting ready to have my blood checked to see if I need to start B-12 shots. I can't believe that I have lost over 100 pounds. I feel like a brand new person already and am looking forward in reaching my goal weight. I have had one episode of dumping I will not repeat what caused it. Even though what caused it was sugar free, and was probably the sugar alcohols in it. Before this surgery I was losing the ability to walk, and breathe things are so much better. I have bought a few things like sweaters, and a shirt or two however no real shopping yet. My close are hanging off of me and I am beginning to look like I am trying to wear the grunge style lol! I am thankfull and very blessed to have this surgery, it has saved my life.

Hi, Sheryl and everyone Surgery: Oct 21st, 2004 Weight then: 285 lbs Weight now: 200 lbs Loss: 85 lbs! I think not eating for four months helped the loss, but I dont recommend it, lol. I feel really good, surprisingly. I have to say that it wasnt as bad as I expected, and even if someone told me that I would throw up everyday for four months, I'd do it all over again. Im still on a weight restriction of 10 lbs, but I go to the YMCA several times a week to lift weights, do the treadmill, bike and some water fitness classes. I do this one called "Aquafit" and it rocks. They target every part of your body without the added strain of pounding on a floor. Its really gentle to the body but still gets your heart pumping! I have to admit, I have a strange problem. I guess that because I feel so restricted, I turn to food. The strange part is that I dont actually eat it. I chew it up and spit it out. Its not that Im worried about gaining weight, its that I know it will make me sick. Maybe when I can tolerate more foods, Ill crave that less. Sometimes I dont recognize myself. Ill stare at a "before" picture then look in the mirror. Who is that? Oh, I know what you mean about feet! I cant believe my shoes dont fit anymore! Debb 285/280/140

Hi everyone. Here are my stats: Surgery date: October 19th Starting weight: 304 Today's weight: 214 --------------------------- Total loss: 90#!!!! I can just taste that century club!!!! I really don't know what to say as far as why I have been successful up to this point. I guess I would say it is because I watch what I eat, I try to aim for protein, and I make sure I get AT LEAST 64oz. of water/day... sometimes more! I also believe that if I crave something, even if it isn't the best for me, I have a LITTLE bit of it. I believe that denying myself those things will just set me up for failure. I just practice moderation and I never go overboard. This seems to keep me satisfied and in my opinion it is working well for me! Congratulations to us all, we are doing wonderfully! Amber

Surgery: Oct. 27, 2004 Start Weight: 364 Current Weight: 295 Loss: 69 pounds I recovered well, with no major problems. My surgeon released me to work out with my new personal trainer in early Dec. I work out with him for an hour a day on 3 days/week. On the other days, I walk on the treadmill. I am beginning to have slower and slower losses, and it's very difficult emotionally. I'm still eating the same thing and training at the same intensity, so I don't know if it's a mini-plateau or what. I did have one week where I gained 2 pounds and was pretty depressed. I know I'm building lean body mass though, and that's good. I feel healthier and stronger than I have in years! Also, I can't even remember the last time I was under 300 pounds.

Hi all, Surgery Date: 10-21-04 Weight Then: 282 (Day of Surgery) Weight Now:228 Loss: 54 lbs Congrats to everyone! You guys are all doing amazing! At the start of this journey I weighed 294, then I lost 12 pounds for surgery, so I am actually down 66 pounds. And while that makes me happy, I am still frustrated that my weight loss has really stalled in last 2 months--I only lost 3 pounds in January! But I have joined a gym, finally getting in all my water and nearly every day I meet my protein goals. I know it will come off eventually! thank goodness for this site--It helps so much to hear that I am not alone and we all share the same hopes and fears! I can't wait to see where we all are at six months!

Hi, My surgery date was 10/26/04. I had DS in Brazil! I started at 249 pounds Now I weight 171 I have lost 78 pounds total. Gone from size 22-24 down to a size 14. I have lost an entire shoe size and width. I haven't been this small in over 21 years. I have more energy now and my joints do not ache after working all day. I can exercise easier and everyone is starting to really notice the weight loss now. I am so happy I had my surgery. My biggest challenge is trying to get in enough protein and vitamins. My appatite is still not the best, nothing taste the same anymore. I can eat basically anything I want though. I am eating better/healthier foods now than I have in most of my life. Robin G DS 10/26/04

Well, I have been really busy and trying to keep up with the posts anyhow! I am eating pretty much anything except: eggs(can eat whites),dry meat!!!!,chicken,refined sugar, and milk. Miss the milk! Pre- program wt.= 295# at 5'7" pre-surgery wt.= 270# now= 187# I have slacked off the gym this month(been 2 weeks!) and feel so bad!!! Had 2 kids w/flu and 1 husband(which equals both kids!!), then I got it!! Then I fell 3 times in a 10 day period in the snow!! But I really didn't hurt myself!!! What a change. Before the wt. loss I woulda really hurt myself! went from tight 26 to a size Large!!!! My tummy talks too!The kids get a kick outta of it! It's my friend now and I roll with it! I too get headaches and feel it's the lack of fluid. The dizziness just started within the last week or 2. My hair is now cut very,very short; from below the shoulders. I lost pretty mush 2/3 of my hair(thank goodness it was thick!), but the babyhairs are proving new growth! I am a whole new me! Never had short hair before, and haven't seen my upper thighs in years while sitting!! Any one thinking of a Tummy tuck besides me! Janee Cain

Surgery 10/05/2004 weighed 232 now - 175 down 57# so far SLOOOOOOW loser here.....

I too, am only down 57#. It changes daily, but this is the lowest weigh in amount. I too, wi**** was more and faster, but . . .

Hello. I had surgery 10/12/04. I am so glad to be part of this roll call. Surgery: Oct 12, 2004 Weight then: 344 Weight now: 234 Loss: 110 lbs Man this has been a roller coaster ride, but I am still hanging in. I am so happy with my loss and things are changing for me drastically from the size of my clothes to the way people are treating me. I feel like I have ben given a new start to life. WOW!! What a journey.