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I had my RNY surgery 15 years ago with great success and no problems . I lost 100#. Recently I've been noticing tingling, sometimes painful, always annoying, in my extremities. It's the worst when I am trying to go to sleep. I admit I've been terrible about taking vitamins and B12 (which I am now taking religiously). Has anyone else experienced this? I have an appt with my GP but I can't get in for almost 2 months. Thank you!
on 8/19/15 11:32 am
Absolutely. I only drink 4 oz of this as recovery after a workout. I use all fat free ingredients, and it's a great recovery fluid. Thanks for your reply. I just recently increased my exercise routines to moderate, bringing increased sweat volumes. I'm glad I have you all to stick with me.
Sometimes these are the perfect answer during or after weight loss. However, be aware you can drink a lot more than you can eat. We only absorb X amount of protein a day so those calories are not necessary in one meal.
Asia, good for you for getting back into control and clean eating! The 21 day fix really gets at what we KNOW how to do - pre planning, portion control, and good choices!
on 8/18/15 6:02 am
Hello fellow losers
Here is a smoothie recipe I made myself and it is absolutely delicious...
16 oz fair life milk 13 grams of protein per cup...26 grams of protein
2 cups chobani yogurt ( fruit flavored) 11 grams per 5 oz cont. 22 grams protein
1 scoop very berry plant based protein mix 15 grams protein plus tons of other benefits
2 individual serving cups of egg white beaters 11 grams per 4 oz container 22 grams protein
blend to a perfect smoothie
chill enjoy over ice
each 4 oz serving packs 10 grams of wonderment of protein goodness.
For those of you who cannot tolerate whey protein, please try the very berry plant based its absolutely delightful.
on 8/18/15 3:52 am
I'm right there with you. I started with the 5 day pouch test,most 12 pounds. Now I am back on track. What sort of encouragements do you need. I know for me, it's exercising. Ugh! Well...I'm here to,offer any support I can...cheers for not giving up.
I had mine in 2000. Still feel good. So happy that I did this.
Hi I am Asia. I am 6 years out and fell off the wagon and gained back a lot of weight. My lowest was 125 however to me 140 is perfect. I went all the way up to 198 2 months ago. Today I am 176 and doing the 21 day fix by beachbody. I lost 22 lbs in 2 months by eating clean with portions. I am on my second round and this time I plan on doing the excercise religously. I wished they did surgery on our brains.
Aloha,
Asia
5'4": Surgery 240/Current 135/Goal 140 = 105 lbs lost!!! BMI 22.5 I'm Normal
6 Years Later highest 198 / Current 176 / Goal 140
Hit Goal on 5/14/09 8 months out!
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Hi There,
I'm 11 years out and have had a few struggles along the way. I gained back some weight about 5 years ago and got so scared. I kept thinking 10 became 20 and 20 could be 30 etc. So I went totally low carb. Breakfast eggs, cheese, veggies, lunch protein, beef, chix, fish, more veggies and dinner the same as lunch. For snacks I did a fat free 80 cal yogurt or some fruit. I started drinking my water again and walking. I took off 30 lbs and have maintained that. I am at my lowest now, having lost 100+ lbs some days is 104 some days it's 100 lbs. I weigh myself daily and do not allow myself to go above a certain number. This is the HARDEST thing I've ever done, but so worth it. WE ALL STRUGGLE with this, so please don't feel alone. Good luck and reach out if you need some help along the way.
JA
on 8/16/15 1:27 pm
Hello!
I also lost my username from years ago....that was many pounds (up and down) and an ex-husband ago! I am 13 years post op of gastric bypass. I was 312 on the day of surgery and got down to 170. At 5'10" that was a great weight for me that I maintained (giving 5-10 lbs) for many years.
Fast forward to change in career, divorce and re-married all with 3 kids in tow. Somehow I am now closer to my heaviest weight than my lightest and it's freaking me out!
I also started a wls support group in my area that I led for 7 years. I got to watch lots of people transform their lives and live their dreams. Met so many awesome, inspiring people.
Now I am married to the man of my dreams, who loves me no matter what. Oldest kid is out of the house and 2 youngest in high school. I am lucky enough to have a successful career and work from home. Which has lead to a very sedentary lifestyle. Couple that with going through menopause and the weight has trickled back on.
I need a swift kick in the butt and some inspiration to get me headed down the right road. I like your idea of the pouch test...gotta start somewhere!
Vicki
