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I lost 30 in 3 months after surgery, then gained 5 in 3 months and didn't lose. My start weight was 270 and I'm now at 235. I've been put on Topamax to help me lose weight, but I haven't seen a change. For me I keep a log of what I eat to hold myself accountable, because I have cravings. I have a binder of information given to me prior to surgery that I refer to when my weight isn't going down and it helps to remind me to start with the basics of eating healthy, eat 3 dairy snacks, drink plenty of water, and exercise. If I'm still struggling I get in contact with the dietician for advice and guidance. Wish you well on your journey.
Well you've done a great job misunderstanding the science of vaccines. Probably getting your information from Facebook is not a good idea.
While it is true to say that the COVID vaccines prompt cells in the body to create the spike protein that surrounds COVID-19, it is not true to say that this is a process that happens repeatedly and cannot be undone. The mRNA instructs cells to make the protein and is broken down by the body shortly thereafter. Pfizer (who you say you trust) stated that this approach trains the immune system to recognize and respond appropriately should it encounter the virus in the future. You know, immunity.
It is downright irresponsible to spread false information that the blood supply in this country is unsafe based on false information. If you don't want to get vaccinated that is your choice, but don't spread dangerous information to justify your choice.
Height: 5'7". HW: 299, Program starting weight: 290, SW: 238, CW 138 - 12 pounds under goal!
Well COVID has killed over 3 million people and the vaccine hasn't killed anyone, so I know where I like my odds...but you do you.
WELL, GIVEN.:this serum can not be undone and reprograms the body to manufacture spike protein,(according to pfizer). I choose to believe them.
I would rather delay health care than get something that is still in HUMAN Trials according to FDA. this is an EMERGENCY USE Injection and Antivirals exist in the NATURAL world- if not we would all be dead already .
Sorry to read all that you are going through. If you haven't already, maybe it would be best to get a second opinion for how to treat the issues you are having?
I'm sorry you were not given good advice before surgery.
None of the available surgeries is a miracle. You have to follow certain rules for the rest of your life to be successful. The main one is to only eat a weighed amount of food. At your stage it should be around half a cup of solid protein - chicken, fish, beef, pork and then a vegetable if you still have room.
I don't think anyone would have told you to eat until you vomit or to use the surgery to "police" how much you eat.
Check out the daily menu thread on the RNY board - lots of experienced VSG folks there who could put you on the right track for success.
You are early enough out of surgery to make this work for you, if you are determined to listen to others' knowledge and advice
Proud Feminist, Atheist, LGBT friend, and Democratic Socialist
Me too .. :
Let's hope though that Covid is just a bad memory 5 months from now and no protocols are STILL necessary .. 
Frank talk about the DS / "All I ever wanted to be was thin, like that Rolling Stones dude ... "
HW/461 LW/251 GW/189 CW/274 (yep, a DS semi-failure - it happens :-( )
The information that the Red Cross is won't accept blood donations of people who have been vaccinated is not correct, at least not for the ARC. There may be up to a two week deferral period (which happens with some other vaccines, as well), but you can be vaccinated and donate blood at least today. Given there is almost always a shortage of blood donations, it's very important to not spread misinformation.
Hi guys. I had sleeve surgery on the 30th april - i feel like it was a waste of time and money. I am able to eat more then the avrage person and not throw up.
I havent lost weight for 3 weeks now. I am unsure what is going on.
I have lost 30kg in pre op fase as i was required to be 175kg before theyd do the surgery. I am now 168. So i havent lost much at all.
Yes the dad has always lacked common sense! His brother in law got Covid19 and died from it and my daughters dad snd his wife went dancing every weekend with the one that died and his wife. So her dad really really put my daughter and her extended family at great risk.
