Recent content by Leah

what is the pouch test? How is it effective?

Thanks ALL! I was NOT aware of the 20# rebound and I have visited the website provided (and used it already), so thanks Dcepello! Pat99 I have tried to increase my intake but unfortunately I am DEATHLY AFRAID of increasing my pouch and gaining weight back. I know its a mind thing but its...

HANG IN THERE FRANK!!! You are truly an inspiration for me, as I am sure you are for others that have read your blogs. As I was told by a very close friend when I was down, "Look up! Get Up! But NEVER GIVE UP!!":o

Thanks Frank! I guess I could start there but how do you go about eating more calories without stretching out my pouch or slipping back into the same eating BAD HABITS that put me on this adventure to begin with? oh so many questions! I guess i have to make that call to my dietician and/or...

I am within 10 lbs of my goal weight and am very satisified of my current weight/size. Question is: How do I stop loosing and start maintaining? I am still loosing 1-2 lbs per week. I am eating high protein well balanced meals, drinking my water and avoiding sugars and most carbs (a still...

First..., CONGRATS ON YOUR WEIGHT LOSS!!! You may want to try GNC Solotron chewables (2 wafers per day). They were recommended by my physician and dietician (and has all the other needed nutrients - iron, zinc, biotin) along with the sublingual B12 (once a day) and chewable calcium supplements...

Hey Okie, I was in the same place as you when I first started on this long journey. It is a tough decision and one you have to be satisfied with at the end of the day, especailly surgery day! I went with R&Y becasue of the "dumping" if consuming too much sugars. As a past "sugar-holic" I...

I have had my surgery six mos ago and have lost a considerable amount of weight(89 lbs), and still losing! :o But I am afraid I am stretching my pouch! I have not vomited and no dumping but I am eating more than I thought I would be able to eat at this point. I am eating every 2-3 hours and...

Hi Sandie, I just had the RNY three weeks ago and swear by the EAS shakes! :) I get all three flavors and have just started to add fruit as per my Dr.'s instructions (As with anything - check wwith your surgeon or nutritionist). Try the vanilla powder blended with a small piece of frozen...

I'm glad you got some relief Lizzie, but i am hoping someone may have some advise for me. I am 3 weeks post-op and am suffering consipation. I am eating some solid food and am taking Miralax with no success. I do think my main problem is inadequate water intake. Any suggestions?