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U of MN Fairview has a meeting on the first Wed of month at Riverside Campus. Also, first and third Mondays there is a meeting in Elk River. Best Wishes on your journey.
I am wondering if any of you are a member of, or know of any, actively meeting support groups in the Twin Cities area...
I am 5 weeks post surgery (VSG) and would be very interested in meeting with others that have met or are facing the same challenges (not necessarily the same procedures).
The only one I know of that meets regularly is on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis)...Which unfortunately is the only night I can't schedule.
Thanks for your input...
I totally understand, Teresa! I am going in the wrong direction right now as well. For me, I can identify the problem as not getting as much exercise as I was before (and still eating as if I were getting that much exercise!!)
Knowing the problem is not the same as adopting the solution, tho! Motivation to get my butt out of bed in the morning to exercise is hard to come by. I did get a Fitbit, so I have been tracking my steps and active minutes each day, and it is slowly improving.
Hang in there! You can do it! You have the tools and the knowledge, just work on making small changes at a time!
Do you remember how you ate after you had surgery? I think you just need to go back to the basics and follow the rules for eating. Protein first, chew thoroughly, eat slowly, vegies, limit carbs, get in your fluids. Monitor weight daily, keep track of intake and exercise. Count calories if necessary but I think counting Protein grams is more effective. Use and online tracking system if you need to...I liked My Plate on the Livestrong site. There are many others and apps for smart phones (I don't have a smart phone).
Best wishes with getting back on track. Carol
It's been almost 4 yrs since iv has wls...went from 300 to 165.. Maintained for a few years... And got pregnant at 180lbs..I now have a 6 month old baby girl and I'm 215lbs..I feel sluggish and not healthy...I need to get back on track!!!! Help help help!!
Hey Sara!!!
got them done and they are perfect ....that's good but why the lightheadedness?
i had to get iron infusions as well last year. Glad to see you.
hugs
Start Weight - 263
Current Weight 135 and making it work for ME !
Hey! I'm an oldie too! 9 years! Definitely get your blood work done. I am super low on iron and have had to do infusions and it started with the light headed ness and being tired. Get it checked! Better safe than sorry :)
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I drink a ton of water, but slip on vitamins , thanks for the reply.
Hugs
Start Weight - 263
Current Weight 135 and making it work for ME !
Thankyou and good luck on your journey :)
Start Weight - 263
Current Weight 135 and making it work for ME !
You need to get your labs drawn, if you haven't done that in awhile. It could definitely be vitamin deficiency, or dehydration (are you drinking your water?) or some of each. You can do permanent damage to your body if you dont' keep up with your vitamins!! Go get checked!!
