One Week Post Surgery!

Well, it's been over a week since I had my gallbladder removed! I feel great! Because the surgery was done laparoscopically, I have been able to bounce back pretty quickly. Truly, it's been an answer to prayer.

For months now I have chosen to eat healthier and have been excited about the weight loss results! However, it is not so much a choice now but a necessity post-gallbladder surgery. Some people (including doctors) will say "Oh, you can eat whatever you want after surgery!" but I don't think that would be wise. Now, more than ever, it is important that I eat a low fat, high fiber diet. Since the surgery, I've lost another 5 pounds and I'm down to 164!

I hope everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving!

I have officially lost 75 pounds since April 2010!

Quinoa with Roasted Mushrooms

Tonight I made Quinoa with Roasted Mushrooms from the Whole Foods Market website. Absolutely delicious!

My Favorite Fall Breakfast!

Pumpkin Smoothie!

8 oz. Almond Milk
1/2 cup raw oatmeal
2 T. wheat germ
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
dash of cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger
1 T. honey

Blend in blender and enjoy!

Comparison: After losing 70 pounds!

Me at 240 in April 2010 and me at 170 in October 2010!!!!

Weigh-in Wednesday!

As of today, I'm down to 170 -- a total loss of 70 pounds since April 2010!

Update on my gallbladder issue:

I've had several gallbladder attacks since September. I had an ultrasound which shows small gallstones. My liver enzymes were elevated right after a gallbladder attack, but the next week, they came back down to normal. Since then, I've switched to a vegetarian diet consisting of mostly raw fruits and vegetables with a cooked meal at night. I bought a juicer and have been drinking a concoction of apple, pear, carrot, lemon, beet and ginger juice which is supposed to help with gallbladder and liver issues. I feel amazing! I haven't had an attack since October 9th. I do have a surgery consult on November 8th, and the verdict is still out as to whether or not I will have surgery.

Thirty more pounds until I reach my goal weight of 140!!!!

Weigh-In Wednesday!

Some of you have probably been wondering where I've been! Well, I had no news to report, so I just didn't feel like reporting. I got off my walking schedule, and while I didn't gain, I didn't lose. People, it's important to MOVE! Moving burns calories! Well, I've been moving again this week, and it shows -- I've lost 4 pounds, and I'm down to 176! Since April 2010, I've lost a total of 64 pounds!!!

So, I encourage you, on these beautiful fall mornings, to get out and move!