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Hello OH Community! I have finally made the decision to get a revision surgery, sleeve to bypass. A little bit of background... was sleeved in 2012. Now I have regained weight, I have severe GERD with esophageal spasms, I have a really bad migrated hiatal hernia, and apparently my original…
KayLavonne
Due to severe GERD and a failed attempt to repair a hiatal hernia last year I found out today that I will be having another hernia repair surgery and the surgeon also recommended revision from sleeve to bypass. He was driving while he was telling me this so the call…
Kristie B.
Hi! I had gastric sleeve in 2015 and lost about 100 lbs. I had some stuff go on in my life and unfortunately went back to my old ways. Over the course of so many years most of the weight has crept back on. I’m so disappointed in myself and…
Ruby9999
Happy Monday everyone. Saturday was a total wash out and I was feeling tired and lazy from going in so early Thursday and Friday so I just did minimal stuff. Yesterday I did a bit more, but the darn wind was crazy outside which made it a bit cooler than…
ladygodiva1228
I'm 44 yrs old and have been on disability since 2000 for my depression (and debated bipolar II). I have run the gammut of meds - to the point where the font almost requires a magnifier so I can keep it to one page. My therapist has spoken about how…
Jenb1202
Greetings, So I really hit a low point with some financial stress that I went through with a small business I have and reverted back to my old ways of dealing with things - very poor food choices over a couple of months. I feel terrible, but I am ready…
Freewheeler
Well we all did it again made it through another week of either calmness or chaos. The physicals went very well yesterday and I am back again at 4:45 for the second round. I have to make sure all employees have their proper paperwork, respirators, hearing protection, etc. plus meet…
ladygodiva1228
Good Morning peeps. I've been here at work since 4:45 for the annual physicals for the employees. So far everyone who has been scheduled to come in has which is a good thing. We have a couple of more days of nice weather until Saturday when we are supposed to…
ladygodiva1228read my surg report and it says VSG with the S being staples not sleeve. I am not having much luck googling tht, it comes up with sleeve! Did anyone else have staples instead of sleeve ? is that just how they did it 13 yrs ago? Any known complications…
who knows
Good Morning menuer's. I hope everyone had an excellent Easter. We had so much fun at Bob and Adrianna's. The grandkids had a blast playing outside games and there was so much food. One of their friends brought the lamb lollipops which were so tender and delicious, and we got…
ladygodiva1228
I'm not by any means wealthy or financially ok I have a lot of pain in my back from the excess skin in my belly I know it will help to have the skin removed not to mention help to get around how can I get approved through my insurance…
Tabjas2
Best thing I ever did in my life. Still fluctuate 183 to 189. Love Life.
Julio
I signed up for a bunch of 5k's . Rose Bowl 5k on Jan 18,2026 Altadena Forever Run 5K on Jan 4, 2026 Los Angeles 5k March 7th 2026 BubleRun 5k August 29, 2026 soooo.. yes my knee still feels funny from time to time . My goal is to always…
sirenwall
Lately, I have been thinking a lot about gratitude and forgiveness. It seems like this time of year sends me into a sentimental frame of mind. I reflect on the year that is about to wrap up, evaluate my relationships, and set goals for the year ahead. When I sat…
CoachJenna
It's more than saying it, it's a daily act of setting Healthy Habits Taking Accountability creating mini challenges to keep yourself going Behaviors that make you feel better Making the same commitment over and over again, every second of the day Armor your New Normal based and reaffirming your Why? …
sirenwall
Hello out there. I'll be turning 50 in one year. My BMI is 32. I'm seriously considering having VSG but I'm also extremely worried. I've never had a surgical procedure. I know I can be better about going to the gym and making better food choices but my main concern,…
CuriousCandidate
I am a creature of habit. When I have to detour from my regular routine it takes a alot to get back on track. One positve thing is that I have noticed that I am autocorrectting myself much faster than I did in the past. Hopeflly I can keep that…
sirenwall
The first thing that I noticed about Dr. Ferzli when I met him was how welcoming and friendly he is. He is polite, knowledgeable, and always willing to share helpful information. The staff are all very supportive and the support groups helped me a lot. The program takes a lot…
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I use this shake daily with cold brew coffee to make a protein coffee for the last four or five years. Taste great and gives me a protein boost every morning!
From your protein is my go to protein shake.I would not change it for anything.They usually bring out flavors to the best.There has been just few of them that I honestly do not like, but I tried their new almond milk and it was amazing.I actually loved it.I'm not very…
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Yall I can NOT tell you enough about how much of a legit and life saving product Premier Protein has been throughout my bariatric journey. And the company just keeps coming out with more and more delicious flavors. I sampled the chocolate covered strawberry (indulgence line) at conference oooooo let…
