Julianne, I know exactly how you feel, I am only 4 months out, but have struggled since fairly early with hunger. I realize, before anyone says anything, that...
I, too, am struggling. I'm 5 years out from a R-Y with Dr D. I had lost about 125 lbs but have put about 25-30 lbs back on which is somewhat normal. I'm...
Hello everyone, I snuck in an joined, but don't think I ever introduced myself. My name is Sandra Jo. I'm 36 and just recently had laproscopic rny. Surgery...
Hi Everyone, My name is Stacy I had my surgery on march 26 with Dr. D. I am doing great and lost 54lbs. I haven't found much that I can't eat. I am not sure...
Hi, Please share your receipe for Chile Cheese Puff. I need something that taste great. I had surgery on April 28 -08. 26lbs so far. Thanks, Faith ...
Hi Rona, I think I remember your name from when I had my surgery. Did you have your surgery in Aug. of that year with Dr. D? I had my in Aug. 5 years ago. ...
Ok My name is Kaye, I am 51/2 months post op and 60 pounds lighter. I am Dr. D's patient (lap band) and loving the new me. I have problems eating...
Dear Stacy and Sandra Jo, A bit about me. I am 60, had surgery 6/28/07 had lost 120 and gained 15. I also donot have dumpng syndrome, but have found that if...
Yeah, I hear you. I hope to meet up with you at a meeting and talk. Is that possible? Julianne tfehlhaber <tfehlhaber@...> wrote: I, too, am struggling....
Kaye, I certainly understand about the constipation. Try Miralax, it has been a life saver for me. I have had a life long battle with this because of IBS. I...
Hi Cheryl I think you were responding to me and not to Rona... :-) I had my surgery November of 2003. Good luck with your missionary trip. Thank you for your...
These recipes are from a great discussion board at http://www.beforeandafterhelp.com/ or http://www.bariatric eating.com. I am very active on that board, but...
I tried but couldn't figure out how to use it. I think it would be a great idea to have all the recipes in one place, but I do think the nutritionist should...
Beginning in June 2008 New Dimensions Weight Loss Surgery And Health For Life Clinic Support Group Schedule 1st Thursday of every Month- "What's on your Mind" ...
Hi, I have previously introduced myself, but again my name is Maggie and I have not yet had the surgery but am interested in any advice that can be given. I...
Maggie, my name is Julianne. I am a 60-year-old retired teacher and will be 1 years gastric bypass post-op on 6/28/08. I too am a diabetic and was strongly...
Choosing which operation you want to have is a very personal decision. There are pros and cons to each. Type 2 diabetes is cured in 86-90% of patients...
Hey there J.B.!!! It is good to hear how well you are doing. Thanks for sharing it here!> ms Michael V. Seger, M.D., F.A.C.S. New Dimensions Weight Loss...
Hello everyone. Pre surgery I was a water junkie. It was my beverage of choice and I drank lots of it. Tomorrow I will be 2 weeks post op and every time I ...
My advise is sip, sip, sip. I was a "gulper" before surgery; not anymore.. Mention this to your doc in case there is something else going on? You need to...
many people experience post op nausea. even smells can bring it on. As long as you are able to keep liquid down you can avoid dehydration. It will pass. you...
There is a great debate going on over on another email list whether you can indeed "stretch" your pouch out permanently. Some say yes, others say reverting to...
Hi, My name is Alice and I am a new member to this group. I joined to help alleviate some of my anxiety about the surgery. I have one more nutrition visit to...
well hopefully one of the docs that sometimes post on this list will respond... thanks Jeanne"If you can't be a good example- then you'll just have to be a...
Dear Alice, Welcome! I had the lap band 12/12/07 I am 50, 5'4" and was at 223. That was less than 6 months ago and have lost a total of 63 pounds so far. I had...
Well rats! I can't attend the first Thursday metings because I have foolishly gotten myself elected to the governing board of my Condo association and they...