Hi Darnell. Welcome! I agree with Christy. In addition, I would like to say that God made us all different. We aren't going to have the exact same journey, so don't be too hard on yourself. Just do what you know is right and the rest will take care of itself. For me exercise plays a huge role. When I don't exercise it's harder for me to stay on track with my eating. Plus exercise burns calories and speeds up the metabolism. Good luck to you and we hope to hear more from you. Getting plugged into a support group like this one increases your chances for long term success. Wanda

Hello, I noticed from your profile that you are from Louisville. I am relocating with my family to Louisville in a little less than too weeks. Just thought I would mention that. Congrats on your 90 lbs loss. That is such a success. The weight loss for the first 12-18 months is related to the tool. You CAN still lose weight after that time period, it is just mostly related to what you do. My sister in law had surgery 3 years ago, lost 70 lbs the first year and the remaining 50 lbs over the course of the next two years. She was a very slow loser but the point is she eventually got the weight off and has maintained it. We all lose at such different rates, it is so hard to compare. Here are the things I feel have helped me: 1. Protein - I get about 100 grams a day but no less than 80. 2. 80 oz of water/liquid a day. 3. Calories-No more than 1200 per day. 4. Eating Habits-I always eat my protein first, vegtables second and then fruit if I can tolerate at that point. 5. Snacking-In order to avoid avoid snacking, I must sit down and have actual meals (small ones) to avoid snacking throughout the day. I hope this helps some. HUGS, Christy

Good luck, Wanda. I hope all goes smoothly! I think I've decided, at least for now, no PS for me.

I'm so glad to hear things went so well! Just rest up and soon you will be good as new! Excellent report!

Slow loser that is, I am 13months out and have only lost 90 pounds is that slow or what? I have read that some has lost 100 plus. My problem is that nothing ever did or does make me sick. I have stoped drinking while i eat to just poping a couple of grapes in my mouth after I eat. The scale did move some so I guess I am on the right track again. Let me know some other things I can do to get this weight off fast. I have heard that after 18 months you dont lose anymore or none..Tell me if it is true or not.