Recent content by Tricia

I've read that this could be constipation, gall stones, fatty liver, twisted intestines, ulcers, etc. I had a sonogram of just about everything done about 10 days ago and my PCP told me I have some fat in my liver and I do have gall stones, but doesn't think either is the problem. Suggested I...

GasX Cherry Chewables are like my snacks now. :) I'll definately check out Unjury. Anything to work flavor into my new diet and calm my insides.

I found the judgement before surgery emotionally draining. From family, friends, and coworkers. At work our cutesy, petite Director is fond of bringing her weight "problems" EVERY time she is around me. Incessantly whining about the 3lbs she gained on vacation or asking if her new dress makes...

I'm only 38 days post-op and am cruising the Internet obsessing about every conceivable complication that can happen down the road and, of course, what reconstructive surgery I may need a year from now. I'm 42 this year and single and still hold out hope that the right guy will come along one...

I struggle with protein intake as well (38 days post-op). I mostly eat cottage cheese, greek yogurt, egg beaters, broiled white fish lightly seasoned, plus bariatric soups w protein already added. I've started to experiment with protein shakes... slim fast and special k made me feel icky. I...

I am 38 days post-op registering a loss of 38 lbs. I struggle daily to get all my water in. I find myself staying up late just to try and do so and waking up in the middle of the night with a bone dry mouth and dry eye. I have to wear a cpap mask at night so I can't put that on until I've...