Guest guest Posted September 15, 2008 Report Share Posted September 15, 2008 I had my surgery 2 months 3 weeks ago, and am down 62 pounds. I am really starting to feel better than I did at first. I can have a variety of foods, but still have to be careful with spicy foods, and ice cream and pudding make me very sick. I can eat small amounts of milk. I bought Lactaid this week, and it works much better. I also have Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Fibromyalgia. I have both knees replaced, and 3 herniated discs. I am 41, so it's hard to limit my activities to keep the pain under control, but I am finding as the weight goes down, I can be more active. I am riding an exercise bike that exercises your upper body too. I really enjoy reading all the posts, and am learning a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 16, 2008 Report Share Posted September 16, 2008 Tina I also seemed to recover my Umph between 2-3 months post-op, It appears you are right on target. Your food tolerance will increase with time. You might always have a Lactose intolerance problem...but hey, you can live without Ice Cream...lol, Cuz...there is always Sherbet! (Okay...disclaimer...watch the sugar intake to maximize your weigh- loss period because it will go away and every ounce of sugar you eat now DOES slow your weigh-loss) Regaining mobility is one of the greatest blessing to weight-loss. It won't take away the Arthritis or Fibro...but without the weight on the joints it sure does help. Bravo to you for riding an exercise bike! That is soooo important, not only for weight-loss but just for general health. (sending you a High-5!) Hugs Jo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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