Becoming Bariatrical

I also get headache and believe I am hungry in between meals/snacks. I have tried to increase my fluid intake between meals but right before dinner I swear Im starving! It is VERY difficult for me to slow down while I am eating dinner. I know it's head hunger but it is such an intense sensation! I struggle with it every day!

I had some complications at 6 weeks out after my gastric bypass and couldn't eat without vomiting. I had a bad stricture. But after the scope, I've been great! It takes time to work through these issues. I look back now that I'm almost 7 months out and realize it was all worth it! I'm 114 pounds lighter and I feel amazing!

I've had two plateaus already! I tried cutting calories and just mostly eating lean protein for a few days. Then increasing my activity level. Plus, I usually noticed that during a plateau my clothes were more roomy even though the scale didn't move. Your body may be redistributing the weight. You are doing a wonderful job!

You really are an inspiration! You look so much younger and healthier!

You look incredible... GREAT job!

I agree!!! My co-workers love their "afternoon chocolate" and roll their eyes at me and say something like, "oh that's right, you can't have chocolate" I tell them would you offer an alcoholic a cocktail, then rub it in? I am proud of how how much I have transformed. I work hard! I refuse to feel guilty for refusing or even wasting food. I deserve to be healthy!

What a jerk!!! This journey is difficult enough without this kind of obnoxious attitude. He doesn't realize that our life is full of people that judge us based solely on our size! We are working to become healthier... he obviously is NOT!! NO MORE GUILT AND SHAME!!!

So far I have gone from an F cup to a DDD that is 2 sizes smaller, but they are sooooo strange looking! Plastic surgery is looking more appealing every day!

I applaud you! I'm still so nervous about planning and logging every morsel of food that goes in my mouth. I find myself longing for foods I know I shouldn't touch! "Head hunger" is the worst! It's difficult to get out of my own head sometimes.... any tips?

I have actually done a bit of research about headaches after migraines. Check these links out! https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/284303.php https://www.neurosurgery.ucla.edu/body.cfm?id=1123&ref=55&action=detail https://www.aan.com/PressRoom/Home/PressRelease/1314 Hope it helps!

My Boobs are definately changing! Still considering a lift or even augmentation. I have always had large breasts and I don't feel like myself without them. Not sure if its vanity or just a self image issue? However, finding bras at Burlington Coat factory for less than $10 is a great perk!

@@Sunshine_Gal THANKS!!! I always thought it would be easier after the surgery, but It remains a daily struggle. @@Inner Surfer Girl I agree with you that the study was not scientifically sound, and the association with "sugary" sodas seemed random. I guess, for me, I had an emotional response from my ongoing struggle to meet my personal fitness goals. I appreciate the response.

I signed up for my local Color Run this April. I'm nervous! I know I can walk it, but my hope is to try to run at least part of it. My family is going to be joining me and I hope to keep up with them (for once!)