Molly1978

I am addicted to food, via my emotions and brain. It's a tough place to be sometimes but, it works out if you work on yourself.

SF icecream and SF popsicles have been the only thing that saved me from craziness at night! My nutritionist said not to eat it, and I understand why. I don't have it all the time any more. It's nice to know it's in the freezer though.

I can so I can so relate! I'm only 1 year out and I find I can eat almost anything in small amounts and if I go slow. It's scary to me. Snacking is my #1 biggest downfall. #2 is eating small amounts of carbs here and there. It's a daily struggle. I need to start logging my food again and becoming more focused. When things get so busy at home/school/work, it's so easy to get derailed. BUT, I know I can keep moving the scale down! I did it before, right? I just tell myself that I'm an emotional food addict (because I am, ha!) and that it's like any other addict. Go to support group and talk. It's a long journey but, so worth the effort as we all know.

I'm not an RN but I do work in the health care field in a hospital. I've learned that I have to prepare prior to work. Whether it's packing a lunch/water/vitamins, or just preparing mentally. I know it sounds a little self-centered but, I would talk about what I needed to do to with my co-workers. Actually, now that I think about it, I talk about it all the time at work! ha ha! Now I talk about it because another one of my close coworkers is going through the same process so, that also helps me to stay focused. Bottom line, you're going to have to make time for yourself. I know it will be hard. Nurses work HARD. But, once you get into a routine at work, it will get easier. Good luck!

I've had a few gains also. But I finally got to my goal weight. Just don't stop doing whatever they tell you to do.

I have to stay on the scale to keep myself on track. I always gain a few pounds with my period. It's frustrating.

Does anyone add chia seeds on a daily basis? I think they're high in protein.

I don't yet but I want to. I was going to talk with my nutritionist and research juicing with bariatric surgery before I start.

Yes, in a heartbeat.

Way to go! Keep up the good work! You look great!

I was surprised that I felt so much pain after surgery. BUT, I would do it all over again 10 times to be where I am today. I was surprised that I actually lost so much weight! ha ha ha I knew I was going to but, it was more of a faraway dream. Now I'm living my dream.

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I like Stevia better but, I still use Splenda from time to time.