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My Bariatric Life

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  1. Posted

    1 hour ago, carlychloe2 said:


    May I ask of you are having any dental issues? I just read an article about RNY patients 5 to7 years out having many issues with their teeth, ending up with dentures.


    I don't have any dental issues. But I know of people who do.

  2. Posted

    Knowing what we need to do can quickly overturn the impulse to do what we want to do. We can reprogram our conditioned responses to food, which likely led to us being morbidly obese, with new positive Bariatric Eating habits.



    If asked what your long-term weight loss goals are, you would probably give positive, upbeat responses. It would be a shock to hear that your intention is to gain back every pound you lost over the course of the next 5 years.

    But it happens.

    Unfortunately, any bariatric surgery fails in the long-term when not followed-up with a weight loss maintenance plan. Persons who fail to make the necessary dietary changes after bariatric surgery frequently regain much of the weight they have lost, particularly around the 5-year mark. Read, “Bariatric Surgery is Just the First Step.”

    Bariatric Eating Made Simple

    When we change our anatomy through bariatric surgery, many of those old dietary rules and plans can do more harm than good. For our bariatric tool to work best, we need to be very aware of what we eat to get proper nutrition. There are three simple points that you need for smart bariatric eating. Read, “Bariatric Eating: Getting Back on Track.”

    Drinking and Eating after Bariatric Surgery

    How long we should wait before and after eating to drink again? There’s a lot of confusion around drinking and eating after bariatric surgery. It’s important to separate fact from fiction when it comes to drinking and eating after bariatric surgery. Get the Top 5 Tips in “Eating and Drinking Do’s and Don’ts.”

    Push Back Against Emotional Eating

    Emotional eating is an attempt to erase discomfort with food. Many people use food to relieve stress only to find that it is not much of a solution. Emotional eating will not provide the long-term remedy we want. We need to shake off failed habits and try something new. Read, “Steer Clear of Emotional Eating.”

    Bariatric Eating: The Bottom Line

    Knowing what we need to do can quickly overturn the impulse to do what we want to do. We can reprogram our conditioned responses to food, which likely led to us being morbidly obese, with new positive bariatric eating habits.

    Living larger than ever,

    My Bariatric Life

    http://www.mybariatriclife.org

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  3. Posted

    On 2/26/2017 at 8:31 PM, Newme17 said:

    I'm pre-op and hear/read the stories of patients gaining weight and always have the nagging question on my mind "what if I regain?" But then I am reminded that I must change my relationship with my choices of food, along with the quantity and quality of it. I just went to a family member's birthday party last night. Everyone was eating and I didn't have one bite. Why? I wasn't hungry...and I actually chose to listen to my body. (I tend to mindlessly eat) Party food did not dictate my social fun. I still had fun! I danced away, even with a hurt shoulder. With all that said, it's a long term, forever commitment to follow and I know I can do it. Thank you for your post and inspiration!

    Thank you for your inspiring words and for showing us how to "get it done" in the real world. When we realize how truly powerful we are in directing our thoughts and emotions to serve us rather than harm us, then we truly are in the driver's seat on our path to permanent weight loss. GOOD FOR YOU!!!

  4. Posted

    On 2/26/2017 at 8:31 PM, Newme17 said:

    I'm pre-op and hear/read the stories of patients gaining weight and always have the nagging question on my mind "what if I regain?" But then I am reminded that I must change my relationship with my choices of food, along with the quantity and quality of it. I just went to a family member's birthday party last night. Everyone was eating and I didn't have one bite. Why? I wasn't hungry...and I actually chose to listen to my body. (I tend to mindlessly eat) Party food did not dictate my social fun. I still had fun! I danced away, even with a hurt shoulder. With all that said, it's a long term, forever commitment to follow and I know I can do it. Thank you for your post and inspiration!

    Thank you for your inspiring words and for showing us how to "get it done" in the real world. When we realize how truly powerful we are in directing our thoughts and emotions to serve us rather than harm us, then we truly are in the driver's seat on our path to permanent weight loss. GOOD FOR YOU!!!

  5. Posted

    On 2/26/2017 at 8:31 PM, Newme17 said:

    I'm pre-op and hear/read the stories of patients gaining weight and always have the nagging question on my mind "what if I regain?" But then I am reminded that I must change my relationship with my choices of food, along with the quantity and quality of it. I just went to a family member's birthday party last night. Everyone was eating and I didn't have one bite. Why? I wasn't hungry...and I actually chose to listen to my body. (I tend to mindlessly eat) Party food did not dictate my social fun. I still had fun! I danced away, even with a hurt shoulder. With all that said, it's a long term, forever commitment to follow and I know I can do it. Thank you for your post and inspiration!

    Thank you for your inspiring words and for showing us how to "get it done" in the real world. When we realize how truly powerful we are in directing our thoughts and emotions to serve us rather than harm us, then we truly are in the driver's seat on our path to permanent weight loss. GOOD FOR YOU!!!

  9. Posted · Edited by My Bariatric Life

    On 2/15/2017 at 6:43 AM, danaymacklin said:


    I had my GB surgery 12/1 so I'm curious...since having your surgery have you been 90-95% consistent/committed to taking your Vitamins 6 times per day? Or is your body rejecting absorbing those nutrients regardless if you provide the nutrients or not?

    I take a ton of Vitamins and always have... something to be aware of with vitamins is that many brands, even the expensive ones, even the bariatric brands, contain fillers and are too low dose to be therapeutic. My clinical nutritionist has me on Thorne Research and Designs for Health.

    My Bariatric Life
    Publisher of
    www.MyBariatricLife.org online bariatric magazine

    PS when I had my RNY in 2003, I was told that I need only take a children's Multivitamin, an Iron tablet, and a Calcium tablet. THAT is completely untrue. I suggest working with a really good clinical nutritionist to set yourself up so that you might avoid nutritional deficiencies and the ripple effect of those deficiencies.

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  11. Posted · Edited by My Bariatric Life
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    I had the gastric bypass in 2003. For the past two years I have been having digestive disorder. Despite multi modal treatments with an array of healthcare providers, my condition has gotten worse rather than improved. It is owing to the malabsorptive component of the gastric bypass. I would suggest people explore the long term effects of malabsorption (obviously not a consideration with the sleeve). I know of people who have lost their teeth and hair, too.

    In hindsight, I really don't know why the medical community did not foresee the long term effects of NOT absorbing 20% or more of the vital nutrients your body needs.

    My Bariatric Life
    Publisher of
    www.MyBariatricLife.org online bariatric magazine

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  13. Posted

    A half-lived life, as Herman Melville describes it, is one in which we do not get to that inner place of peace and joy. Perhaps the most devistating scenario imaginable is to face death knowing that because of some imagined fear, you have always chosen a half-lived life in which you avoided doing the things your heart beckoned you to do. I allowed fear to hold me back for a long time. But I have made a commitment to never let fear hold me back from doing the things I want to do or saying what is in my heart. And I am living larger than ever. I urge you to change the scenario now. Start living your life with the courage to follow your heart.

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  14. Posted

    Love this! I am almost two years out and want to ensure that I keep up my healthy habits. I've seen other bariatric patients that are 3, 4, 5, and even 10 years out that have not gained, but I've also known some that have gained. My husband and I are committed to our healthy lifestyle. We also have found a love of running. We try to enter a race at least once a month to keep us motivated to training. We also both do weight training. It is great to have someone to encourage you.

    How wonderful that you and your husband have been able to incorporate your healthy lifestyle into the marriage and find activities like running and weight training that bring you closer together. You are setting yourselves up for long term success! Keep up the great work! I had my gastric bypass in 2003. Permanent weight loss is a reality.

  17. Posted

    What makes it so easy to gain weight even after bariatric surgery? Let’s commit to zero weight regain in 2017. You can put these good habits into action right away!



    Zero Weight Regain 2017

    What are your long-term weight loss goals? Likely you have a positive, upbeat vision of a thin and healthy you. Bariatric surgery might be an option you are considering. Or you may have already undergone one of these weight loss procedures.

    Given your dreams and all the hard work you are going through to achieve them, would it be a shock to hear: Many studies show that in the five-years following surgery, patients often gain back most or more of the weight that they had lost.

    What makes it so easy to gain weight even after bariatric surgery Unfortunately, any bariatric surgery fails in the long-term when not married to a maintenance plan.

    Let’s commit to zero weight regain in 2017. Are you with me? Who’s all in? Then let’s get started with some required reading. The following are good habits you can put into action right away!

    Eat Healthy

    The ball is down, Times Square is back to business as usual, and January 1st is bloated with stroke of midnight promises. As we close on January, the month of the year when the most traditional date for personal improvement offers itself up, it’s a good time to check the progress you are making on your resolutions. Among those promises made is the pledge to get fit by eating healthy. If you are among those who share this intention, here are 10 healthy eating resolutions to get you started!

    Read, “10 Healthy Eating Resolutions.”

    Build a Support Network

    Patients voice concerns about the difficulty of establishing a bariatric support network. And they struggle to find the balance needed to address their personal recovery needs in the post-weight loss surgery world. Such concerns are well-founded and not unusual. But many bariatric patients meet that challenge and successfully build a viable, multi-dimensional bariatric support network. There is no reason why any person who has had weight loss surgery cannot construct a reliable and useful post-bariatric support network.

    Read, “ How to Build a Bariatric Support Network.”

    STOP Stress Eating

    Knowing what we need to do can be quickly overturned by what we want to do. Stress demands relief. Harmful and unhealthy choices are often exercised to relieve stress because they are familiar. Emotional eating can provide that relief, but it is a short-lived solution that can have the side effects of overweight or obesity. And if you have had bariatric surgery, you are setting yourself up to regain weight that you have lost.

    Read, “What to Do about Emotional Eating!

    Step-up to Permanent Weight Loss

    So, you’ve had bariatric surgery and think never again will food be a problem. Right? Well, its not quite that simple. Bariatric surgery is a powerful tool that helps you lose weight, but it is not a cure-all. Permanent weight loss requires more than a bariatric surgery. Permanent weight loss requires that we forever change the way we feel, think, and act around food. Follow our steps to turn “bad habits” in “healthy habits.” They’ll set you on a straight course toward permanent weight loss.

    Read, “10 Easy Steps to Permanent Weight Loss!”

    Be Committed!

    Stay on your path to weight loss. It takes dedication. So be dedicated. It takes perseverance. So persevere. The surgery is not a means to an end. It is only the beginning.

    Living larger than ever,

    My Bariatric Life

    http://www.mybariatriclife.org

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  18. Posted

    @@My Bariatric Life that is so rough. That is quite a lot of issues. Have you done research on fecal transplants for those conditions? It sounds so gross, but there are currently studies going on for all sorts of auto-immune diseases (like Celiac), and they have great results. I'm not conspiracy-minded, but it doesn't get a lot of press because of big pharma. Until they can put it in a capsule, there won't be a lot of press or doctors who use it.

    I had C-Diff for about six weeks. It was miserable. I did so much research to figure out how to not only get rid of it, but to keep it from recurring. In fact, one of the reasons I opted for the surgery were some studies indicating that the surgery helps to reset and "fix" the gut bacteria.

    I really hope that you get some relief soon. It is miserable.

    Thank you for your thoughtful reply. I know a little about FMT. We included it in an article that we wrote on gut bacteria and weight gain http://www.mybariatriclife.org/trust-your-gut-bacteria-and-weight-gain-2/. At the time of the writing it was considered experimental and not covered by insurance. That may have changed by now. So I need to look into it. Thanks again for your support. It is awful to experience the pain and inflammation and bloating. Add to that the myriad of problems presented when I am in a public place, at the office, church, someone's home...

  19. Posted

    @@TXJess I developed celiac disease and lactose intolerance and irritable bowel syndrome and candida in the years after my RNY. I have eaten a Paleo diet for years, no red meat. I take a lot of expensive supplements recommended by my clinical nutritionist, and follow a very limited diet to kill off the bad bacteria and promote the good, while also removing a potential biofilm that may be covering and protecting the bad bacteria. How long did it take you to get well? Are you able to eat normally now?

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  21. Posted · Edited by My Bariatric Life

    I had gastric bypass with gall bladder removal in 2003.

    I have been having serious issues related to my digestive tract for the past 2-3 years. Things like serious pain, gas and bloating, distention, Constipation, diarrhea, acne, fatigue, hormonal imbalance and whole body inflammation. I have been through many types of healthcare practitioners and tests and therapies and yet I still struggle to return to normal healthy functioning.

    I am reaching out to see if anyone has experienced something similar and what you did about it. Thank you.

    Cheryl

  22. Posted

    I had the brachioplasty done along with inner thigh lift, butt lift, breast lift, and some skin tightening on a previous Tummy Tuck. That was in 2013 and I have had multiple problems with the brachioplasty ever since. It has gotten much better over time and with lots of treatments but my arms will never be "normal." You can see photos and my review on real self -- just too much to retell here -- https://www.realself.com/review/ramsey-nj-arm-lift-flankplasty-breast-lift-body-lift-medial-thigh-lift I would not discourage anyone from getting the brachioplasty. But to be aware that complications can and do happen, so be prepared for that possibility... go into this without rose colored glasses. Good luck with your surgery!

  23. Posted

    Our discipline to diet and health will be tested time and again across the holidays. And so you should implement a holiday plan for success if you are sincere about maintaining your current weight through the tangle of holiday temptations.



    The holidays are here. And you may be feeling a little nervous about the challenges of upcoming celebrations if your weight loss surgery was recent. Then again, you may be over confident and think that weight loss surgery is all you need to protect against weight regain. In either case, some holiday survival tips are in order.

    Our discipline to diet and health will be tested time and again across the holidays. And so you should implement a holiday plan for success if you are sincere about maintaining your current weight through the tangle of holiday temptations.

    Gain Support from Family and Friends

    Be social and use your allies. Talk to them in advance about not pressuring you to eat foods that will sabotage your diet, if need be. And if you are feeling pressured, make them aware and ask for their support. If all else fails, politely excuse yourself and go somewhere for a 5-minute break (the bathroom if you must). When you return, the conversation focus likely will have moved onto another topic. Learn more “Post Weight Loss Surgery Holiday Survival Tips.”

    Similarly at these gatherings you may have to handle harsh or inappropriate comments about your bariatric surgery. People make inappropriate remarks for a few different reasons. Some have poor filters while others may think they are being helpful. Some have poor boundaries and others may be passive aggressive. Too much to drink is always a possibility. People can be rude and that includes family members. Learning to cope in a healthy way is the best choice, so here are some suggestions about what to do if an inappropriate comment is passed: Read, “Coping Skills after Weight Loss Surgery.”

    Practical Tips for Controlling Portion Sizes

    A moderate, healthy snack just before a celebration can help to control hunger and thus begin the afternoon or evening with a more reasonable appetite.

    Remember when making your plate that small portions of favorite foods are a better choice than tasting a little bit of every dish.

    And by all means do not sit by the serving tables. Mingle away from where the food is displayed.

    Controlling portion sizes is a vital addition to your plan! Get more tips, read, “Controlling Portion Sizes at the Holidays.”

    Weight Gain at the Holidays Isn't Just About Food

    Some people overeat at the holidays because there are seduced by rich holiday foods. Others have different motivations. They use food to relieve the holiday stress that inevitably creeps in for so many. Celebration and pressure often accompany one another.

    Some people overcompensate for the pending New Year’s diet resolution and eat with abandon through the holidays.

    Other people succumb to unrestrained eating because of a single episode of overindulgence. A breach of discipline can open the floodgates to weight gain at the holidays. Continue reading, “The Skinny on Weight Gain at the Holidays.”

    It’s Not All about Eating Healthy at Parties

    It is important to take the focus off of eating and instead turn your attention to the friendships and conversations around you. This is a time to give your attention to someone rather than some food thing.

    Before my gastric bypass, all I could think about was the food and drink being served. I was oblivious to what was happening around me! That has long ago changed for me… the reverence and importance of the gathering of friends and family is most important. For me it is a time of gaiety. And that is the richest experience of all.

    Respect yourself and your weight loss this holiday season.

    Living larger than ever,

    My Bariatric Life

  24. Posted

    @@PorkChopExpress good for you for taking control of your health and your life. I had gastric bypass in 2003 and it saved my life. I was in my thirties, on ~9 prescription medications mostly for comorbid conditions of obesity, and 285 pounds. I know that I would not be here today if I had not had the surgery. My life is completely different today. It is a life well-lived rather than a life half-lived, as it had been in the past. I always had the love of my family surrounding me unconditionally and for that I am eternally grateful. It made me strong -- and we have to be strong to get through this journey in the long haul.

  25. Posted

    @@Rosey posey have you had weight loss surgery, my love? I was premature and a tiny baby, 5 pounds and 5 ounces or something like that. By second grade I was very large. It was anxiety-related, of this I am sure. I used to have nightmares and wake up crying from a sound sleep filled with terror of going up the basement stairs of my grammar school, where the kindergarten and 1st grade classes were held, to the first floor where the second and third grades were held. I do not know why that certified me, but to this say I clearly see the vision of that dark stairwell.

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