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Hi HealthierMe193
I’ll be 3 years post surgery on the the 14th of this month and still maintain well.
Things that have helped me:
- Delay Breakfast. Most days I don’t eat to 10 or 11am. I feel this shrinks my stomach and when it comes time to eat I can’t eat too much.
- I go easy on the carbs. I still love my carbs but I try not to eat too much. I’ll have toast in the morning and then reduce carbs during the day.
- I mostly snack on Protein and a little fruit.
- I watch those sliders! I’m still a sucker for chocolate and most days I’ll have a couple of pieces to control my cravings. But I’m careful not to eat too many calorie dense nibbles, things that don’t feel me up.
- I’m careful not to graze too much
Although I still have my bad days, and when I have them I accept it and I become very disciplined so I don’t completely full off the wagon.
Also in regards to determination, my surgery gave me amazing results, I’m so terrified to go back to my old body. I buy nice clothes and to be honest I’m really happy with my reflection and I feel healthy. Even 3 years later I still enjoy the simple act of putting on jeans and a t-shirt rather then a hole heap of layers. The thought of going back to my old me keeps me motivated.

Good luck on your journey, I hope you get back on track soon.

Hi HealthierMe193
I’ll be 3 years post surgery on the the 14th of this month and still maintain well.
Things that have helped me:
- Delay Breakfast. Most days I don’t eat to 10 or 11am. I feel this shrinks my stomach and when it comes time to eat I can’t eat too much.
- I go easy on the carbs. I still love my carbs but I try not to eat too much. I’ll have toast in the morning and then reduce carbs during the day.
- I mostly snack on Protein and a little fruit.
- I watch those sliders! I’m still a sucker for chocolate and most days I’ll have a couple of pieces to control my cravings. But I’m careful not to eat too many calorie dense nibbles, things that don’t feel me up.
- I’m careful not to graze too much
Although I still have my bad days, and when I have them I accept it and I become very disciplined so I don’t completely full off the wagon.
Also in regards to determination, my surgery gave me amazing results, I’m so terrified to go back to my old body. I buy nice clothes and to be honest I’m really happy with my reflection and I feel healthy. Even 3 years later I still enjoy the simple act of putting on jeans and a t-shirt rather then a hole heap of layers. The thought of going back to my old me keeps me motivated.

Good luck on your journey, I hope you get back on track soon.

Hi HealthierMe193
I’ll be 3 years post surgery on the the 14th of this month and still maintain well.
Things that have helped me:
- Delay Breakfast. Most days I don’t eat to 10 or 11am. I feel this shrinks my stomach and when it comes time to eat I can’t eat too much.
- I go easy on the carbs. I still love my carbs but I try not to eat too much. I’ll have toast in the morning and then reduce carbs during the day.
- I mostly snack on Protein and a little fruit.
- I watch those sliders! I’m still a sucker for chocolate and most days I’ll have a couple of pieces to control my cravings. But I’m careful not to eat too many calorie dense nibbles, things that don’t feel me up.
- I’m careful not to graze too much
Although I still have my bad days, and when I have them I accept it and I become very disciplined so I don’t completely full off the wagon.
Also in regards to determination, my surgery gave me amazing results, I’m so terrified to go back to my old body. I buy nice clothes and to be honest I’m really happy with my reflection and I feel healthy. Even 3 years later I still enjoy the simple act of putting on jeans and a t-shirt rather then a hole heap of layers. The thought of going back to my old me keeps me motivated.

Good luck on your journey, I hope you get back on track soon.

Hi HealthierMe193
I’ll be 3 years post surgery on the the 14th of this month and still maintain well.
Things that have helped me:
- Delay Breakfast. Most days I don’t eat to 10 or 11am. I feel this shrinks my stomach and when it comes time to eat I can’t eat too much.
- I go easy on the carbs. I still love my carbs but I try not to eat too much. I’ll have toast in the morning and then reduce carbs during the day.
- I mostly snack on Protein and a little fruit.
- I watch those sliders! I’m still a sucker for chocolate and most days I’ll have a couple of pieces to control my cravings. But I’m careful not to eat too many calorie dense nibbles, things that don’t feel me up.
- I’m careful not to graze too much
Although I still have my bad days, and when I have them I accept it and I become very disciplined so I don’t completely full off the wagon.
Also in regards to determination, my surgery gave me amazing results, I’m so terrified to go back to my old body. I buy nice clothes and to be honest I’m really happy with my reflection and I feel healthy. Even 3 years later I still enjoy the simple act of putting on jeans and a t-shirt rather then a hole heap of layers. The thought of going back to my old me keeps me motivated.

Good luck on your journey, I hope you get back on track soon.

Hi HealthierMe193
I’ll be 3 years post surgery on the the 14th of this month and still maintain well.
Things that have helped me:
- Delay Breakfast. Most days I don’t eat to 10 or 11am. I feel this shrinks my stomach and when it comes time to eat I can’t eat too much.
- I go easy on the carbs. I still love my carbs but I try not to eat too much. I’ll have toast in the morning and then reduce carbs during the day.
- I mostly snack on Protein and a little fruit.
- I watch those sliders! I’m still a sucker for chocolate and most days I’ll have a couple of pieces to control my cravings. But I’m careful not to eat too many calorie dense nibbles, things that don’t feel me up.
- I’m careful not to graze too much
Although I still have my bad days, and when I have them I accept it and I become very disciplined so I don’t completely full off the wagon.
Also in regards to determination, my surgery gave me amazing results, I’m so terrified to go back to my old body. I buy nice clothes and to be honest I’m really happy with my reflection and I feel healthy. Even 3 years later I still enjoy the simple act of putting on jeans and a t-shirt rather then a hole heap of layers. The thought of going back to my old me keeps me motivated.

Good luck on your journey, I hope you get back on track soon.

Thank you for such a through response. This really helped to remind me that I do not want my old body back! I worked so hard to get here and I don't want to go back. EVER. It sounds like you have some great habits in place! I may borrow a few. Thanks! [emoji4]

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Hi HealthierMe193
I’ll be 3 years post surgery on the the 14th of this month and still maintain well.
Things that have helped me:
- Delay Breakfast. Most days I don’t eat to 10 or 11am. I feel this shrinks my stomach and when it comes time to eat I can’t eat too much.
- I go easy on the carbs. I still love my carbs but I try not to eat too much. I’ll have toast in the morning and then reduce carbs during the day.
- I mostly snack on Protein and a little fruit.
- I watch those sliders! I’m still a sucker for chocolate and most days I’ll have a couple of pieces to control my cravings. But I’m careful not to eat too many calorie dense nibbles, things that don’t feel me up.
- I’m careful not to graze too much
Although I still have my bad days, and when I have them I accept it and I become very disciplined so I don’t completely full off the wagon.
Also in regards to determination, my surgery gave me amazing results, I’m so terrified to go back to my old body. I buy nice clothes and to be honest I’m really happy with my reflection and I feel healthy. Even 3 years later I still enjoy the simple act of putting on jeans and a t-shirt rather then a hole heap of layers. The thought of going back to my old me keeps me motivated.

Good luck on your journey, I hope you get back on track soon.

Hi HealthierMe193
I’ll be 3 years post surgery on the the 14th of this month and still maintain well.
Things that have helped me:
- Delay Breakfast. Most days I don’t eat to 10 or 11am. I feel this shrinks my stomach and when it comes time to eat I can’t eat too much.
- I go easy on the carbs. I still love my carbs but I try not to eat too much. I’ll have toast in the morning and then reduce carbs during the day.
- I mostly snack on Protein and a little fruit.
- I watch those sliders! I’m still a sucker for chocolate and most days I’ll have a couple of pieces to control my cravings. But I’m careful not to eat too many calorie dense nibbles, things that don’t feel me up.
- I’m careful not to graze too much
Although I still have my bad days, and when I have them I accept it and I become very disciplined so I don’t completely full off the wagon.
Also in regards to determination, my surgery gave me amazing results, I’m so terrified to go back to my old body. I buy nice clothes and to be honest I’m really happy with my reflection and I feel healthy. Even 3 years later I still enjoy the simple act of putting on jeans and a t-shirt rather then a hole heap of layers. The thought of going back to my old me keeps me motivated.

Good luck on your journey, I hope you get back on track soon.

Yep agree with the others....you both look fantastic....and much younger. Well done to you both!

And to add ....set small goals. I started off my exercise by setting a small amount of steps per day. I think I started around 2000 steps and I slowly built up. 8 months after my surgery I did a nine mile walk/run.

Hi I'm almost 1 year post-op. Give your body time to recover. It could could be a couple of months before you are at full speed. It is different for everyone.

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I have felt like this forever.
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I love this image and imagine myself bursting out of my fat body in the months to come. (The comment about eating the foods you love and losing 50 pounds is from an ad and I don't have information about it. I just love the image.)

Banded 10/12/16

My Dr told me our B Vitamin stores take approx 10 months to deplete....without vitamin supplements.< /p>

I always considered myself to have a large bone structure.
I do have decent sized shoulders and reasonable sized hips. Now that the weight has come off, my shoulders and hips give me a nice shape (if I do say myself ). But the rest of me is slim, including my waist, arms, legs and even my bottom.
It's 11 months since I had the surgery, and I'm about 2 pounds off goal. I still can't believe the transformation of my body!

Thank you so much love! YES! Air high-five!
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Congratulations....I know how you feel....it's an incredible journey...and the end result is amazing....I never knew I could feel so could or look so good [emoji4]

I always considered myself to have a large bone structure.
I do have decent sized shoulders and reasonable sized hips. Now that the weight has come off, my shoulders and hips give me a nice shape (if I do say myself ). But the rest of me is slim, including my waist, arms, legs and even my bottom.
It's 11 months since I had the surgery, and I'm about 2 pounds off goal. I still can't believe the transformation of my body!

The neat hourglass is a better housekeeper.

What? You mean this isn't my skeletal structure ?
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MIssbeauty16 hang in there.
It's your first night. Give yourself some time and let your body and mind heal.
Just remember why you made this decision and keep you mind focused on the result.
Soon you'll see those pounds dropping in large numbers on the scale and the pain will be forgotten.
If you have more questions, ask this forum, there are hundreds of people that would be happy to help.
Hugs to you and I hope you feel better soon

The best I can suggest is see your dr/dietician.
Or a quick way of checking is calculate your BMI which can be found on the net ...it's a good indicator if you are considered to be underweight.

You are right Vagrant Violet you have to make the decision yourself. It's your journey and no one else. Regarding your depression have you spoken to a psychologist/psychiatrist experienced in WLS? They are qualified to best help you with your decision and advise you how the surgery will affect your meds.
I'm sure your mother and sister have good intentions, but our loved ones do not always know what is best for our own individual needs.
Now my experience. I had WLS 10 months ago. I guess my BMI at 36 wasn't as severe as some people but I still felt psychologically trapped. No matter how hard I tried I just could not loose the pounds, and year after year my weight increased, and I went from being an overweight teenager to a severely obese adult.
Last year I stepped on the scale and my weight increased to a new high.
I remember saying to myself I need to go on another diet...and then I had an "aha" moment. I asked myself ...."what am I going to change about myself to be successful in loosing weight that I haven't done before".
It then finally clicked. I realised I couldn't do it by myself as I had previously tried every weight loss fad, personal trainers, weight loss companies and diet pills and nothing had worked. I finally understood I needed medical intervention. So I made the decision to have WLS. I choose the bypass, because if I was going to choose surgery I wanted the procedure that would be most effective.
I didn't tell many people because I wasn't willing to be vulnerable to their judgement, as I have a tendency to be over-sensitive.
As the days grew closer to surgery I did become more scared, but I knew for me this would be the only way to experience significant weight-loss so I stuck with my decision.
After surgery the first weeks were tricky, and there were a couple of days in the beginning I did think "why did I do this" but to be honest my journey was mostly an easy one.
My BMI is now 23. I have never been this slim my entire teenage/adult life. I've gone from hating myself and feeling frustrated everyday to realllllyy liking myself. I have never been more healthy, more confident and never looked so good, and the compliments I receive from people are never ending.
So from my own personal experience..so far...it's one of the best decisions I've ever made.
I hope you can feel as amazing as I do .... what ever your choice maybe.

It's your decision....you need to do what's best for you.
But....sounds to me you are a classic yo yo dieter...up and down ... and then all over again.
When I had my WLS my BMI was 36 which is on the lower scale of obesity but I still was considered severely obese.
I kidded myself that I didn't look too bad. I took before and after photos...and now at a 23 BMI ...I can see a massive difference.
If I used your stats properly you BMI is 52.
Before surgery I had the feeling I was a bit of a cheat by choosing WLS.
But now I'm on the other side of it, I know I could not have done it on my own.
To loose a lot of weight you must dramatically reduce your calories for a long time. It not like just losing 20 pounds.
After surgery for the first one to six months most of us who had WLS are likely to get six hundred calories in per day. Without surgery I wouldn't be able to sustain that for a week!
Be honest with yourself, look yourself straight in the eye and ask yourself if you can do it on your own......again..and then keep it off.
My doctor said obesity is a disease and that's why in most cases we need medical intervention.
It's a big decision to make, and as I said you need to do what's right for you.
Good luck in what ever decision you may make .

You are right Vagrant Violet you have to make the decision yourself. It's your journey and no one else. Regarding your depression have you spoken to a psychologist/psychiatrist experienced in WLS? They are qualified to best help you with your decision and advise you how the surgery will affect your meds.
I'm sure your mother and sister have good intentions, but our loved ones do not always know what is best for our own individual needs.
Now my experience. I had WLS 10 months ago. I guess my BMI at 36 wasn't as severe as some people but I still felt psychologically trapped. No matter how hard I tried I just could not loose the pounds, and year after year my weight increased, and I went from being an overweight teenager to a severely obese adult.
Last year I stepped on the scale and my weight increased to a new high.
I remember saying to myself I need to go on another diet...and then I had an "aha" moment. I asked myself ...."what am I going to change about myself to be successful in loosing weight that I haven't done before".
It then finally clicked. I realised I couldn't do it by myself as I had previously tried every weight loss fad, personal trainers, weight loss companies and diet pills and nothing had worked. I finally understood I needed medical intervention. So I made the decision to have WLS. I choose the bypass, because if I was going to choose surgery I wanted the procedure that would be most effective.
I didn't tell many people because I wasn't willing to be vulnerable to their judgement, as I have a tendency to be over-sensitive.
As the days grew closer to surgery I did become more scared, but I knew for me this would be the only way to experience significant weight-loss so I stuck with my decision.
After surgery the first weeks were tricky, and there were a couple of days in the beginning I did think "why did I do this" but to be honest my journey was mostly an easy one.
My BMI is now 23. I have never been this slim my entire teenage/adult life. I've gone from hating myself and feeling frustrated everyday to realllllyy liking myself. I have never been more healthy, more confident and never looked so good, and the compliments I receive from people are never ending.
So from my own personal experience..so far...it's one of the best decisions I've ever made.
I hope you can feel as amazing as I do .... what ever your choice maybe.