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Topic: RE: OCTOBER ROLL CALL
I'm doing pretty good. Need to excersie more.
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I'm feelin' great!
JEN
Topic: RE: hair loss???
Hi!
To help with the hair loss and we've all had it happen, make sure you up your protein and vitamins. Apparently you're not getting enough protein in a day and that's what's causing the hair loss. Try isopure about 40 grams of protein a drink, get it at any GNC store. They make special sales for wls patients. Make sure you're taking your vitamins. Hang in there.
ki
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Hi!
To help with the hair loss and we've all had it happen, make sure you up your protein and vitamins. Apparently you're not getting enough protein in a day and that's what's causing the hair loss. Try isopure about 40 grams of protein a drink, get it at any GNC store. They make special sales for wls patients. Make sure you're taking your vitamins. Hang in there.
ki
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Hi! Debb,
We all have our moments when we have cheated some. Be aware of carbonated drinks like sodas or any other types of carbonated fluids. My doctor advised me that these drinks will make your pouch stretch and if your pouch stretches too much you went and had the surgery and went through everything for nothing. It's ok to cheat everyonce in a while just try to restrict that cheating to a minimal. I too can tolerate sugar; however, i do know if I eat too much later on in the day or evening i am miserable so I try to say away from it as much as possible. I keep lots of fruit in the fridge when I get a sweet tooth. Nothing like strawberries, canelope, water melon, etc. to satisfy the urge. I do some times crave chocolate and i allow myself a couple of pieces or 1/4 of a candy bar to satisfy the urges. But I know if i start going off my protocol my doctor gave me I will be right back where I started a year ago at 310 lbs. Remember this is only a tool to help you get the weight off and maintain the weight as long as you follow the rules. This is not the easy way out like most people think. Its hard not being able to eat or drink the foods you once loved to have. But as time goes by you really don't miss them. You find other things that take their place and enjoy it more and you won't regret what you have. Hang in there! You're human and with your family being separated and taking care of daily life difficuties, it hard. We have faith in you to keep up the good work and if you ever just need to talk hey that's what we're here for. Good bless you and yours!
ki
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Hi! Debb,
We all have our moments when we have cheated some. Be aware of carbonated drinks like sodas or any other types of carbonated fluids. My doctor advised me that these drinks will make your pouch stretch and if your pouch stretches too much you went and had the surgery and went through everything for nothing. It's ok to cheat everyonce in a while just try to restrict that cheating to a minimal. I too can tolerate sugar; however, i do know if I eat too much later on in the day or evening i am miserable so I try to say away from it as much as possible. I keep lots of fruit in the fridge when I get a sweet tooth. Nothing like strawberries, canelope, water melon, etc. to satisfy the urge. I do some times crave chocolate and i allow myself a couple of pieces or 1/4 of a candy bar to satisfy the urges. But I know if i start going off my protocol my doctor gave me I will be right back where I started a year ago at 310 lbs. Remember this is only a tool to help you get the weight off and maintain the weight as long as you follow the rules. This is not the easy way out like most people think. Its hard not being able to eat or drink the foods you once loved to have. But as time goes by you really don't miss them. You find other things that take their place and enjoy it more and you won't regret what you have. Hang in there! You're human and with your family being separated and taking care of daily life difficuties, it hard. We have faith in you to keep up the good work and if you ever just need to talk hey that's what we're here for. Good bless you and yours!
ki
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Topic: RE: Back to reality. please!
Hi Debb,
Sorry, I may sound a bit preachy here! Don't panic, slide backs into our old behavior happen to most of us. As someone is always saying at my support group, the surgery didn't change your brain. What's important now is that you learn to deal with stress and your emotional eating before it becomes a regular problem. For me, this meant seeing a counselor that specialized in these types of issues. The weight loss program that I am with had one associated with the group so you may want to check if your surgical weight loss group does also. Insurance is paying for my visits. What I am finding especially helpful is the coping strategies that she's suggested and keeping a journal.
Please don't beat yourself up over having gone astray...it happens...we just have to learn to deal with the issues causing it.
On the premise that misery loves company...this has been 2 of the most stressful weeks of my life, I've considered just going to bed and pulling the covers over my head until summer gets here...
Topic: RE: Oct. Roll Call
Hi all,
I'm doing well and have finally gotten my exercise level up to where it should be including the weight training...yay! I've been a good girl 
for a couple of months with the exercise but I've plateaued and then gained a few pounds (which I'm hoping is muscle by the way). Otherwise, all is well...and I am really enjoying being a size 14! for the first time since high school! (...since 1991!) 
Starting weight 295
Surgery date 10/7/04 wt:283
6 months (minus a few days) : 206
for a couple of months with the exercise but I've plateaued and then gained a few pounds (which I'm hoping is muscle by the way). Otherwise, all is well...and I am really enjoying being a size 14! for the first time since high school! (...since 1991!)
Starting weight 295
Surgery date 10/7/04 wt:283
6 months (minus a few days) : 206 Topic: RE: Back to reality. please!
Hey, no advice but understanding. I too seem to only be able to eat fooods that can dissolve in my mouth. Its frustrating wanting solids but getting sick every time I try. Tuna, chopped boiled eggs, soup, chili, potatoes, very tender chopped chicken, if not tender it gets stuck. Vey limited foods I can eat. I still can only eat less than a 1/2 cup total per meal. I am guilty of being able to eat fritos, sherbert, and at Easter I too ate mini malted milk balls. I tried the bigger ones but they did make me sick. I can't eat any noodles or bread products. I'm down 82lbs from surgery. Frustrating at times. I crave a juicy hamburger but can't handle the bun or the fat. I have to be very careful about any fat. It makes me throw up. I just keep reminding myself of all the things I can do now that I couldn't 5 months ago. My daughter and I walked alot around a park this weekend and I was able to keep up! I can wear clothes in a size I haven't fit in in over 30 yrs. I fit in a theater seat Saturday! Just keep those reminders going.
Topic: RE: Finally!!! Centrury club
Congratulations Lisa!! 
That's soooo awesome!! I saw your ticker in your profile. Would you mind emailing me to tell me how you got it from the ticker factory website to your profile? I keep doing something wrong! Congrats again and good luck!
That's soooo awesome!! I saw your ticker in your profile. Would you mind emailing me to tell me how you got it from the ticker factory website to your profile? I keep doing something wrong! Congrats again and good luck! Topic: RE: hair loss???
Hi Angela,
I'm 5 months post op and I've been losing my hair for a couple of months now. My dietician said up my protein and I've heard zinc helps but who knows. Other people have said that it stops after about 6 months out. It's driving my whole family crazy. My husband and kids are finding my hair everywhere! Not to mention that hair and lint are a pet peeve for me and I'm constantly asking them if there's any hair on me. Its slowed down a bit so hopefully there's some truth to the 6 month thing. Good luck! 
Topic: Oct. Roll Call
I feel so Good!!!! My physical self is singing spring!!!!!!
I have been working in my yard and cleaning out my house!! I am doing things I put aside for years!! I get up in the morning and hop outta bed instead of drag or better yet stay in bed!
Starting wt 8/04= 295#
Surgery date 10/5/04= 270#
Today 6 mo. later!!!!= 183#
At a stall, but I guess my bod needs a break! Hey, it's worked hard for me!!!! It's OK if I never lose another pound! I am OK with me now. I just will work harder at getting fit and not worry about the scale!!
Janee Cain 
I feel so Good!!!! My physical self is singing spring!!!!!!
I have been working in my yard and cleaning out my house!! I am doing things I put aside for years!! I get up in the morning and hop outta bed instead of drag or better yet stay in bed!
Starting wt 8/04= 295#
Surgery date 10/5/04= 270#
Today 6 mo. later!!!!= 183#
At a stall, but I guess my bod needs a break! Hey, it's worked hard for me!!!! It's OK if I never lose another pound! I am OK with me now. I just will work harder at getting fit and not worry about the scale!!
Janee Cain 
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