I had my surgery Dec2001. I only lost down to 137 and slowly ate my way back up to 161 when I started Atkins in Feb 2004. Ive lost from 161 to 141 current. My question is anyone out there with this surgery finding "stomach" problems with the high protein and fat content of this diet. Im thinking its just me because I've always had a problem digesting Meat! I was pretty much a vegetarian after my surgery. I cant do the high fat dressing like Ranch either. Kinda have to stick to oil & vinegar types. Just wondering if any one else has this problem. Thanks!!