stephanieplum
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 11 years, 10 months ago
My Journey in Numbers and Pictures-6 Months -
Monthly Weight Loss
June 248
July 225 23lbs
August 218 ...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
Here's What Five Months Can Do... -
I'm five months post op and have lost 72lbs. (7lbs pre-op) and 89 pounds from my highest weight. For the most part, my journey has been a good one , but there have been s...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 11 years, 11 months ago
Chike Protein Coffee Lovers... -
I just emailed Chike Nutrition and asked if they ever planned to sell the coffee in a tub. Their answer was YES!!! Hopefully, by the first of the year they will have it availa...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
4 Months Post Op with Picture this Time:) -
Pre-Surgery-255# Two Months-218# Three Months-208# Four Months-191#
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
Four Months Post Op with Pics -
My comparison photo is in my profile as I still am not smart enough to post it here even with instructions....lol. I'm really excited knowing where I came from, where I am now a...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
Ms. Shell's Tuna Casserole - I made it tonight for dinner and it is delicious!!!! My husband loved it, too!!! I made it with pepper jack cheese...healthy and yummy!
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
Onderland is Here!!!! - I am in onderland!!!!! I've not been here since 2008 and I NEVER stay long. It's almost surreal...I thought I would be happier. I think I'm scared I won't stay. Weird, I know....
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
What just Happened??? - I'm eating a homemade turkey sausage pattie (2oz) and all of the sudden I feel HOT and nauseated. I rush to the bathroom feeling like I have to puke but don't. Feeling better now...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
Shameless Repost...Three Months Ago... - I was sleeved. I had a pretty rough start .After I figured out I was whey intolerant and stopped worrying about every little ache and pain, I have been doing great. So happy wit...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
Three Month Ago...with Pics:) - I was sleeved. I had a pretty rough start .After I figured out I was whey intolerant and stopped worrying about every little ache and pain, I have been doing great. So happy wit...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
Salt Intake - Do you watch your salt intake? Just curious...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
Purged My Closet Again...NSV - I now have five garbage bags of clothes to go the consignment shop. There is nothing in my closet right now that I can't wear atleast for now:). I need a new winter coat but am w...
stephanieplum posted a comment 12 years, 2 months ago
Lookin' good!!! What a difference a couple of months makes:)
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
Calling All Exercise Junkies - When did you start working your core muscles? Lifting weights? How many times a week? I'll never be a runner...bad knees, but I walk and will eventually get on our elliptical (th...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
Almost 7 weeks Post-Op:) w/ pics hopefully... - My journey has had it's ups and downs... I've struggled physically and mentally but each and every week it's gotten better; trial and error if you will. And, lots of talking with ...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
How long to eat a meal? - How long do you allow yourself to eat a meal? I'm almost 7 weeks post-op and it takes a long time to eat. Silly as this may be... I'd like to get my protein in from food as much...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
Chiropractor Visits - Does anyone see a chiropractor post VSG? I'm 6 weeks post op on Wednesday and am a little leary even tho my dr. has cleared me to go. I'm a worry wart I know. I just don't want...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
How Often Do You Eat? - Just curious about what others are doing and how often you eat. What's your schedule? Thanks!
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Dry Mouth - Does it get better with time? I'm getting enough fluids so that's not really the issue. Any thing you do to help with it? Thanks !
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Tummy Bloat - I have a call in the the dr. I've been dealing with this on and off since sugery. Today, I drank a lactose free 8 oz. shake and it took me about an hour and ten minutes. Then I...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Lactose Free Shakes - Can you recommend shakes or protein powders that are lactose free? I'm seriously struggling...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Energy Levels - My energy level today...is zilch. I didn't sleep well last night. I did take. 2 hour nap today which I haven't done since surgery. My larger incision is bothering me, too. I fee...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
I made the Ricotta Bake... - And, it was delicious!!! I found the recipe on The World According to Egg Face. There was a post about it yesterday:). Before, I would have eaten the whole thing! Tonight, I cou...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
Dinner out tonight... - My husband and I are going to my support group tonight and are going out to dinner. This will be my first time since surgery. My question is...I'm going to order soup, but would...
stephanieplum posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Protein Shakes and Bloat - Has anyone experienced this? Any brands that you found to be bloat friendly. I'm drinking Premeire Protein but afte half a shake I am bloated!
