greyrider

Hi Mizzzlisa, Glad to hear it went well for you. I have the same problem eating out. The only way I beat it was doing as you suggest and getting a box right away. I will ask for a couple of small boxes and divide the meal into 3 or 4 portions, then box them for later. Found myself sometimes eating more when I got home so I started putting a 24 hour rule on my left overs. I wont eat them for a minimum of 24 hours after I first got them, I put date/time on the box with a sharpie marker and everything. Seems like a bunch of head games to me but it helps. Like they say on the beer commercial...."Its only weird if it doesn't work!!" Good Luck and congrats on your trip out.

Hi JAnnette!!! I remember feeling that way too. Had surg. in June of 12.....first couple of months was really hard because of lack of options.....Shortly afterwards I was able to start eating more things and as long as I focused on Proteins and veggies I was good to go. I just got used to having lots of leftovers and actually cooking for two people. One of the things that has really helped me was learning to focus on stopping eating when I started to feel full then getting my food off the table so I didnt "pick" at it. I started taking the dog for a walk or doing something to stay busy after eating to let things settle. I really try not to snack, but it doesnt always work so I try to pick good choices for snacking. Anyhow, I have lost right at 100 pounds and feel great. I have no regrets about the surgery and congratulate you on making good choices and taking the big step. Give it a little more time and hopefully things will smooth out for you. They did me. Good Luck!!