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Topic: RE: Introductions
Greetings, all!
My story is similar to others. I was skinny toddler, but started gaining early on. Pudgy kid, gain and lose some. In 8th Grade I starved myself with cottage cheese and water only until I'd lost 45 lbs. Remained thin and slowly put on weight but was comfortable weight of 120ish when I graduated High School.
Of course, beer, pizza and working at desk all day I started working and gaining steadily. I was about 40 lbs overweight when became pregnant. I gained 85 lbs with my pregnancy and only lost 30ish after the birth of my daughter, Jaime.
Over the next 29 years, I yo-yo'd in weight, losing as much as 75 lbs twice and gaining more each time. I'm 52, I have severe osteoarthritis in my left hip, beginning osteoarthritis of the right hip, 3 compressed and one bulging disk in lower lumbar and mild sleep apnea. I have to have hip replacement but the ortho-surgeon refused until I reached preferably 35 BMI. My surgeon advised I have bypass surgery as they didn't trust I'd keep weight off another way.
My highest known weight was 292, I began my 6 month WLS program at 287. I went back on Herbalife and lost 34 lbs before my VSG on 02/08/10 at 253 lbs. Normally, I'd have lost 75+ lbs in the same time frame, if I could've walked normally and exercise some. At my one week follow up I was back up to 258, probably water weight they said. (Since I'm only on liquid diet and was dealing with swollen legs, ankles and feet.)
My story is similar to others. I was skinny toddler, but started gaining early on. Pudgy kid, gain and lose some. In 8th Grade I starved myself with cottage cheese and water only until I'd lost 45 lbs. Remained thin and slowly put on weight but was comfortable weight of 120ish when I graduated High School.
Of course, beer, pizza and working at desk all day I started working and gaining steadily. I was about 40 lbs overweight when became pregnant. I gained 85 lbs with my pregnancy and only lost 30ish after the birth of my daughter, Jaime.
Over the next 29 years, I yo-yo'd in weight, losing as much as 75 lbs twice and gaining more each time. I'm 52, I have severe osteoarthritis in my left hip, beginning osteoarthritis of the right hip, 3 compressed and one bulging disk in lower lumbar and mild sleep apnea. I have to have hip replacement but the ortho-surgeon refused until I reached preferably 35 BMI. My surgeon advised I have bypass surgery as they didn't trust I'd keep weight off another way.
My highest known weight was 292, I began my 6 month WLS program at 287. I went back on Herbalife and lost 34 lbs before my VSG on 02/08/10 at 253 lbs. Normally, I'd have lost 75+ lbs in the same time frame, if I could've walked normally and exercise some. At my one week follow up I was back up to 258, probably water weight they said. (Since I'm only on liquid diet and was dealing with swollen legs, ankles and feet.)
Mitzi
HW:287 SW:253 CW: 178 (75 lbs lost since surgery) GW: 165
Ticker reflects weight loss since start of WLS journey (April 2009):
"Every day, in every way, I'm getting better, Better & BETTER!" ~ José Silva
Topic: RE: taste buds and change
I was told this before surgery so I guess it's coming true for me. I seem to have troubles with eggs, in that I either eat them too fast and in up in pain or they just are settling well. I'm going to wait awhile before I have them again.
Thanks for the advice - all is appreciated.
Thanks for the advice - all is appreciated.
Topic: RE: taste buds and change
Marybeth,
It is very common to have a change in taste after surgery. You will find you now enjoy foods you did not like prior to surgery and as you already found out you do not like something you enjoyed prior to surgery.
Also you may find your pouch does not tolerate something you enjoy. You will need to take it easy when trying a new food.
I personally became lactose intolerant and have a very low tolerance for sugars and flour.
It is very common to have a change in taste after surgery. You will find you now enjoy foods you did not like prior to surgery and as you already found out you do not like something you enjoyed prior to surgery.
Also you may find your pouch does not tolerate something you enjoy. You will need to take it easy when trying a new food.
I personally became lactose intolerant and have a very low tolerance for sugars and flour.
Topic: Happy Valentines Day Weekend!
Please have a fun and joyous Valentines weekend. Remember it's not about having a spouse it's about Love. So love up everybody you can, including your kids, pets, friends, and family.
Give yourself permission to enjoy a festive dinner or some melt in your mouth chocolates, and if you are going to eat chocolate you know dark chocolate is actually healthy, in moderation.
"And the greatest gift of all is love".
Give yourself permission to enjoy a festive dinner or some melt in your mouth chocolates, and if you are going to eat chocolate you know dark chocolate is actually healthy, in moderation.
"And the greatest gift of all is love".
Maryellen
To visit LIPO (Long Island Post Ops) bariatric support group website click here: www.liponation.org
"WLS is a journey, not a destination (don't get comfortable) ... it's a road that we must travel daily to succeed". Faith Thomas
visit my blog at theessenceofmaryellen.com/
To visit LIPO (Long Island Post Ops) bariatric support group website click here: www.liponation.org
"WLS is a journey, not a destination (don't get comfortable) ... it's a road that we must travel daily to succeed". Faith Thomas
visit my blog at theessenceofmaryellen.com/
Topic: RE: I may be AWL for a while...
I am sending my prayers to you and your family. Take care of yourself during this time. We will be thinking of you and praying for you.
Linda58
"LOSING IS A GOOD THING"
WHAT THE MIND BELIEVES THE BODY WILL ACHIEVE
Friends, support members/groups and a great surgeon are important people you need in your life.
"LOSING IS A GOOD THING"
WHAT THE MIND BELIEVES THE BODY WILL ACHIEVE
Friends, support members/groups and a great surgeon are important people you need in your life.
Topic: I may be AWL for a while...
My dear father in law has been ill recently and I have flown home to help him. Friday we found out he has terminal cancer and it is VERY AGGRESSIVE. It's likely that he only has a few weeks to months left. Also my mother in law had massive strokes 20 years ago and he was her primary caregiver, so I have my hands full and my heart is breaking. I am trying to touch base, but I won't be very active for a while. I hope that you will interact with one another and support each other in my absence and I hope to be back soon.
Barbara
ObesityHelp Coach and Support Group Leader
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/bcumbo_group/
High-264, Current-148, Goal-145
Topic: RE: Nothing tastes as good as .... 'fill in the blank.'
Welcome to Onderland!
Wishing you continued success,
Barbara
ObesityHelp Coach and Support Group Leader
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/bcumbo_group/
High-264, Current-148, Goal-145
Topic: RE: Thursday check-in (Please share with us!)
Hi Marybeth,
Glad to meet you. I just visited your profile and see that you had surgery just this year. Congratulations.
I had enjoyed both the protein drinks and bars prior to surgery and again after. They are a real convenience for my busy schedule. I have both on had at home and work at all times just in case I need them.
Some of my favorite bars are the Oh Yeah! wafer bars, Chocolite Protein bars and Atkins bars.
I find these very tasty.
Since surgery I have become extremely lactose intolerant and have a very low tolerance for sugar and flour, so my options are limited for quick foods.
I purchase most of my protein bars, drinks and other items from www.netrition.com.
Best Wishes in you journey.
Glad to meet you. I just visited your profile and see that you had surgery just this year. Congratulations.
I had enjoyed both the protein drinks and bars prior to surgery and again after. They are a real convenience for my busy schedule. I have both on had at home and work at all times just in case I need them.
Some of my favorite bars are the Oh Yeah! wafer bars, Chocolite Protein bars and Atkins bars.
I find these very tasty.
Since surgery I have become extremely lactose intolerant and have a very low tolerance for sugar and flour, so my options are limited for quick foods.
I purchase most of my protein bars, drinks and other items from www.netrition.com.
Best Wishes in you journey.
Topic: taste buds and change
I used to drink Pro Complex protein drink prior to surgery every day and liked it. I noticed that 19 days post op - it does't taste as great. Has anyone else had this problem - changes in their likes?
Topic: RE: Nothing tastes as good as .... 'fill in the blank.'
I'm not to single digit size dresses but I am under 200 pouds, which is a first in a long time. I feel good about myself and know that I will finally beat the battle of the bulge.
