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Ria1202 got a reaction from TXgirl915 in Who eats McDonalds post op? July 6, 2017

I could not help but reply to this post. I think about my experience with battling with my weight and what I went through to have my surgery (paying out of pocket for the whole thing). I just feel amazed that so early out or even in the pre-op stage anyone is thinking about eating McDonalds. My thought is I never want to go back to being 300lbs again in my life so whatever I have to do I am going to do it. These days and the days of the individuals I know are successful with weight loss and weight loss maintenance are more focused on Protein, Vitamins, getting veggies in, drinking at least 70oz of liquids. I am wondering how anyone 6 weeks out is able to eat pizza. I am 8 weeks and three days... and I barely get my 1/4 to 1/2c of food in. Also, how did you get past your fears to try McDonalds and pizza after all that was taught in the NUT classes? They scared me to death so I haven't touched the stuff nor do I have an interest in trying it.
In 2 months and 3 days, I have managed to loss 61lbs. I am so determined to reach my goal. Their isn't a burger, fry, pizza, soda, candy bar, ice cream or cookie that could alter what I want most. My health, no medicines, no hypertension, a non-diabetic... I guarantee you once you start seeing the weight drop... your desires for that burger will go away. Don't set yourself up for failure before you even have the surgery! Just think about why you decided to have the surgery and what you see in your future.
I know it is not realistic to believe that you will deprive yourself for the rest of your life but it is realistic to deprive yourself for 1-2 years until you are healthy and know how to properly eat in portions. The first year is suppose to be your best year... give yourself a fighting chance for at least that year.
I am also continuing my counsel post op. My thoughts are food is my crack and when individuals on crack want to break the habit... they go to rehab. My rehab is my counseling so I can figure out why I would let myself even get 300lbs.
This is not a judgment... just a thought!

Ria1202 got a reaction from TXgirl915 in Who eats McDonalds post op? July 6, 2017

I could not help but reply to this post. I think about my experience with battling with my weight and what I went through to have my surgery (paying out of pocket for the whole thing). I just feel amazed that so early out or even in the pre-op stage anyone is thinking about eating McDonalds. My thought is I never want to go back to being 300lbs again in my life so whatever I have to do I am going to do it. These days and the days of the individuals I know are successful with weight loss and weight loss maintenance are more focused on Protein, Vitamins, getting veggies in, drinking at least 70oz of liquids. I am wondering how anyone 6 weeks out is able to eat pizza. I am 8 weeks and three days... and I barely get my 1/4 to 1/2c of food in. Also, how did you get past your fears to try McDonalds and pizza after all that was taught in the NUT classes? They scared me to death so I haven't touched the stuff nor do I have an interest in trying it.
In 2 months and 3 days, I have managed to loss 61lbs. I am so determined to reach my goal. Their isn't a burger, fry, pizza, soda, candy bar, ice cream or cookie that could alter what I want most. My health, no medicines, no hypertension, a non-diabetic... I guarantee you once you start seeing the weight drop... your desires for that burger will go away. Don't set yourself up for failure before you even have the surgery! Just think about why you decided to have the surgery and what you see in your future.
I know it is not realistic to believe that you will deprive yourself for the rest of your life but it is realistic to deprive yourself for 1-2 years until you are healthy and know how to properly eat in portions. The first year is suppose to be your best year... give yourself a fighting chance for at least that year.
I am also continuing my counsel post op. My thoughts are food is my crack and when individuals on crack want to break the habit... they go to rehab. My rehab is my counseling so I can figure out why I would let myself even get 300lbs.
This is not a judgment... just a thought!

Ria1202 got a reaction from nibblesb in African American Sleevers August 28, 2015

Hello All,
I have not been on here in a while and thought I should be more involved. So latterly, I have started eating sweets again. I am trying to get a handle on it but I have been eating sweets (hard candy) and chips again. I have still even with the sweets and chips been staying within my calories and getting my Protein in but I just think I need to refocus. I still workout 5 days a week (3 with a trainer and 2 at gym doing solely cardio). My weight loss has slowed down a lot but I am still losing with no gains. This month I think I only lost around 9lbs (not sure) but I need to get it together because I still have a long journey ahead of me. 9lbs away from first major goal and 29lbs away from overall goal - and I am approximately a little over 7 months out.

Ria1202 reacted to Forsythia in African American Sleevers November 21, 2014

I haven't posted on this thread in ages. AGES PEOPLE!! My bad. Right now I'm 217 lbs. I need to lose 5 more lbs and I will be 100 lbs down from my program start weight and 123 from my all time highest weight ever. I'm in a size 18 pants and 16 top. My next mini goal is 199. Where I will treat myself to a fancy Kensie dress (which I posted in the aspirational shopping thread I started in the powder room - go post something)!

Ria1202 got a reaction from sandisleeve in African American Sleevers November 9, 2014

You look absolutely fantastic! I can not wait to see 150lbs. I am 13lbs away from my first big goal 180lbs then I am on to my final goal of 150lbs. What are you doing exercise and eating wise?

Ria1202 reacted to jelmore8312000 in African American Sleevers November 8, 2014

dont worry its natural to stall it gives your body time to adjust to what is going on. I think to get out of it try doing something different with your calorie intake and or exercise, to trick your body into losing again. Good luck

Ria1202 reacted to blackbeautywaiting in African American Sleevers November 7, 2014

I have to keep reminding myself of that because I feel like I'm not doing something right I've just stopped losing seems like but I'm no where near my goal but I'm still hanging in there doing everything the way I'm supposed to ????????

Ria1202 reacted to sandisleeve in African American Sleevers November 7, 2014

Trying to post pic

Ria1202 reacted to sandisleeve in African American Sleevers November 7, 2014

My before and after
Vsg 12.12.13
HW 293
Surgery ~240
Current fluctuates 163-166
Ultimate goal 155-162
I'm 5'7"

Ria1202 reacted to Jazzyring1 in African American Sleevers November 7, 2014

Just sleeved on Nov 4th. In alot pain and super nauseous. Hope The nausea subsides real soon.

Ria1202 reacted to curvycurlyfit in African American Sleevers November 7, 2014

I was sleeved on Monday November 3rd 2014. I will have my first weigh-in on the 7th so I can join this holiday challenge. Recovery is going well. The gas is almost gone and the pain is very manageable.