Hi Deborah, I do get the shakes occasionally. I eat peanut butter and crackers and it usually work really well to stop the shakes. My blood sugar drops too low when this happens. Maybe you should monitor yours. I was a diabetic before my surgery and I will always be one but now I don't have to take any meds for it. I don't know why my blood sugar drops when it does but I know how it feels and I am usually prepared when it happens. I didn't want to get into the habit of eating too much sugar either and my Dr. says it is healthier to bring you blood sugar up slowly with peanut butter and crackers and OJ than to ru**** up fast with candy. Good Luck.

Haven't been on in a long while, still about 30lbs from goal, feel good. Went for a plastic surgery consult and he said my abdominal muscles were good just needed to take fat and skin and a little lipo also a boob lift and implant to reshape,, only if I had $12,000!! how do all these others get their tummy tucks and such covered by insurance??? I could live with my boobs if I could just get rid of the stomach, He said he would probabaly remove about 20lbs. Having hunger issues too just pulled out the protein powder again and taking some appetite control over the counter.

I call mine Tube Socks With Nipples! Right now I am wearing the body briefers to hold in all the loose skin and the bras aren't great in them so I have purchased some falsies when I want to look good in a form fitting blouse. My grandson thinks they are tits from a dead person. Ha. They work for me.

Hello Shawn, Congratulations on your weight loss. It is a big accomplishment. When I find myself hunting something to eat and never being completely satisified with what I find I realize that I haven't had enough protein. If I get my 64 grams of protein in during the day I notice that I am better satisfied. At our support group meetings Rona Scott always said to get your protein first at each meal then your veggies and fruit and if there was any room left you could eat a little carbs. If I try to follow that rule I usually am full before I get to the carbs. This might be an idea you might like to try. I also drink a lot of Crystal light. The classic sunrise is so good to me. Have you tried it?

Hey Mark, I know what you mean. I get that "windshield gaze" after a few hours on the road. I need to do something with my hands to keep my focus on the road. If I know I'm going to be on the road for hours at a time, I try to plan ahead. I pack a cooler with healthy snacks and a couple of protien drinks. My favorites are apples and string cheese sticks. I know if I don't do this, I'm always stopping and convenience stores and trying to find something to snack on. I also make the meal I eat before I leave a small one. That way, if I do get the urge to snack, it's not as hard on the diet. I learned this from my mom, who is a diabetic. She always has her "goodie bag" with trail mix and yogurt. Also, stop periodically along the way to get out and stretch your legs for a few minutes. Gets the blood and brain circulating again. Good luck and happy driving. Shelley 8-D