Mel77

Plenty of mourning. I have discovered a love for Greek yogurt. Never really liked milk but haven't had any problems the few times I've had it. I can eat some breads but they aren't worth it most times. I eat burgers with only one piece of bread sometimes I can finish them others I can't. Once you get used to Protein first it's not that difficult IMO. The liquid diet before and after surgery will get you over the hump. I thought I would never eat sushi again but it wasn't long after and I was eating it again albeit a much much smaller portion! It's a mental game when you start to see the weight loss you will not want those things as much. Stay away from sodas if you can. I have to fight that urge too much! Good luck and remember why you're doing it take your Vitamins and work on eating to live not living to eat. So far the good outweighs the bad. Everyone here is a great resource. If you need any answers someone has them. It is different for everyone. It's been a year since my surgery. Sorry if I rambled

Bought a hat a month before surgery and it's two sizes too big now. Unbelievable! Enjoying the weight loss. 48 to 38/36 pants. 3x to L shirts! Coming up,on a year June 8th. 245 CW from 375 SW.

How is everyone? I'm down 120lbs since June. I seem to have leveled off now I need to start working out! I need motivation!

The only time I have dumping issues is eating too much too fast. That means not chewing properly and waiting too long between meals which makes me eat that way. I still enjoy a shake for at least one meal. I focus on Protein intake and everything else is secondary. The worst foods for me dumping wise tend to be lunch meats and/or wraps plus any doughy bread. I still can eat those things but in extremely small portions. Again if I take my time and eat small meals my day usually ends with little to no dumping. Of course it's different for everyone. Hope you find a good balance because dumping is not nice!

Sleeved June 2015 down 115lbs

I had the sleeve in June. Over 100lbs down. Over eating is not a problem for me anymore and most high carb or dense breads don't sit well. Once you start to prioritize your food intake to Protein first the sweet tooth will probably be kept at bay. I do still indulge occasionally but I don't find myself wanting them any more or less than before surgery. Now I do worry about sodas. I'm starting to enjoy them again but I don't plan on making them a part of my daily routine.

Merry Christmas sleevers! Hope you're staying strong this holiday season!

Not terrible but I did eat a lot. Also replaced Protein with pie one day! Already back on track overeating just feels terrible so I do t do it. Also I'm enjoying the scale moving down so I stay on course more often than not. Hopefully I will do the same for Christmas!

Speaking of correct amount of calories... I have been putting artificial sweeteners in my coffee for the last night months. I want to mix that up and start using sugar as well. I am not really happy with all of this sweetener stuff. Do any of you use actual sugar? Will this added sugar hurt my efforts? I think not but I am not really sure.. What is your experiences as men. I usually have 2 cups of coffee per day....

I use the flavored creamers(large amounts) and don't add any sugar other than that. I don't like artificial sweeteners in anything.

Protein first has worked for me so far and I don't count calories just protein and carb grams. I try to only eat three meals a day and get my Fluid. I do feel I am slowly starting to eat more so I don't snack. Stalls happen and vary in length. Keep being consistent and err on the side of less. Just my two cents. Down 105 since March

Most people I care about are supportive. Haven't run across any that aren't but I will tell you, they won't be in my life after that. It's my life not theirs. That's my two cents.

HW 365 CW 270 June 8th also.

well I did it. The dr got in and said that he had to do the sleeve due to my intestines being short to reach. Still kind of loopy but getting stronger staying hydrated is a chore and sore but other than that all seems well. Thanks for the encouragement!

I go in Oct 7, for my surgery. Getting the Gastric by pass. Started this ride in Jan and now finally the procedure. I have been experiencing a little anxiety as I get closer to the day but this is what I've been waiting for.

It gets better everyday. In a few months you'll be feeling even better! Welcome to the tribe!

It's worth it

I had a sleeve done in June. Down 85# I'm 38 and I'm glad I did it. It's work but worth it! Good luck buddy

Life is full of trade-offs. I am 28 months post-op from RNY gastric bypass surgery. I miss the enjoyment of eating a great meal - the taste, the smell, the satisfaction. But before surgery, I had diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, GERD, problems with profuse sweating and frequent urination. All those problems went into remission within days after the surgery and stayed in remission ever since. I lost 115 pounds and maintained that weight loss. I went from a size 3X in shirts down to a size Small and from a size 46 in pants down to a size 32. Overall it was a good trade-off.

Well said I'm only two months out and I'm down 70lbs since my starting weight in Feb. all my blood pressure and blood sugar issues are gone already.

Congrats on your success. I'm down 77lbs total and 60+ of that since June. I feel great but I still don't push the eating. I eat two to three meals and snack several times. I love Greek yogurt and frozen cherries, sometimes with some honey. I still can eat other things but carbs are gross and take up too much space in my belly! Keep up the good fight everyone!

Had a check up today at seven almost eight weeks. I'm at 307 down from 365 in April. I feel fantastic and I'm actually out of clothes to wear! I eat three meals and two Snacks depending how long my day is. I walk and have been doing farm work about to begin swimming and elliptical at the gym. I drink Water constantly! Keep a cup with me full of ice and water. I'm glad I did this. Hope everyone is doing well too! Oh I'm down 8 pants sizes since surgery.

I have learned that these weeks when I don't lose are part of my weight loss. For some reason, this 80% Protein, 20% good veges and fruit way of eating produces a very non-linear loss. I have adapted to it by keeping my calories around 1200 a day, get my Water and protein grams in; weighing every 10 days; and frankly just relaxing and knowing with this formula I will lose the fat guy who lives on me. I recently did ten days without loss, but then in the next three days dropped a pant size!

I was sleeved on June 8th I was 355 down to 319 today. The stalls are real but they allow your body to adjust to the rapid weight loss. Just keep going and follow,the plan.

Thanks inner surfer girl. I look forward to the day that happens.

It gets so much better, just remember why you did it and be strong. Some of those bad foods can be brought back but you probably won't enjoy them like you used to. Keep it small and keep moving and enjoy the weight loss. I'm a little over a month and I'm down 45LBS. It's going to get tougher to lose but I'm ready to keep on pushing! Stay strong and stay in contact with the people on this site. Everyone is awesome here!

Just checking in. Stalled out this week, but inches are still dropping. I feel like I'm 100% healed no restrictions except food of course. About to begin new workout plan to begin toning and hopefully tightening those loose areas. Keep up the good fight everyone!

I'm so scared to try a salad or fibrous veggies right now. Are yall handling them well?

When was your surgery? I am one week out. When were you able to start eating eggs?

June 12 so I am 3.5 weeks out. I could have them after day 14.

poached eggs are great. I was 14 days until eggs also.

Hey everyone. I had surgery on June 5 in Dallas Tx. I hope everyone is doing well. I have a quick question. I am finding it difficult to get in my 60 grams of Protein without a shake. I feel like I am eating all day. Then there are times where I am not sure if it's head hunger or real hunger. I feel stupid even typing this. This is such a weird phenomenon.

Are you still losing weight? If so then you're doing fine. I can feel myself being able to eat more but I stick to three meals and try to get close on protein. Just follow your rules and keep it healthy! Glad you posted this.

I would strongly advise you to check with your nutritionist on the type of Protein Shakes you should be having. It's my understanding that Atkins is not sufficient enough for our needs. Also to get the 90-120 grams a day as needed that's a lot of shakes

I eat several poached eggs and other food Proteins. I just supplement the shakes

Hi Natalie, I'm doing really well also. I too m getting to the point where I know I need to hit the gym but not trying to be a superhero. I'm still struggling with fatigue hoping it will go away soon. I keep having to remind myself that because of my age I'm not going to bounce back as quickly as some of the youngins lol. I am still struggling with getting all my Protein Shakes in. So I just ordered a new nectar brand that is only 4 to 6 ounces with 30 grams. I think that's going to help a lot as I really hate the shakes I'm using now. I have been extremely careful I've not eating too fast and chewing my food really really well so have had no issues up until last night I made some tuna and cut up dill pickle slices really tiny like the size of relish. About 10 minutes after eating I felt really nauseous. Not to the point of throwing up but just not feeling good. I also had instant diarrhea but it didn't continue just one time. Sorry for the TMI not sure how else to put that lol. I don't know now whether it was the food or if maybe I ate it too fast. I'm guessing it was a mild mild case of dumping? Really not sure

I'm doing great as well. No issues and my strength is mostly returned. I found that if I just went out and did normal activities it would bring my energy back. I too am looking to get back in the gym but for now working and walking. Food is going great found several things I can enjoy. My go to Protein Shake is,the Atkins indulgence. Low carbs and 15g of Protein.

Hang in there it'll pass sooner than you think. I'm one month post and I feel almost back to normal. Keep searching for a Protein Shake. Protein is the key to weight loss! Keep up the good fight everyone!