8 weeks post op. Haven't cheated a day. Too scared to mess things up again. I failed on so many diets before through my own fault. I am very good at self sabotaging. This time I am sticking to the book.
Everyone experiences things differently and different tactics work while others don't.
For me, I hated the idea that anything was restricted or banned. If I told myself I'm not allowed to have something, it naturally made me want it more.
So, I allow everything, but find that my stomach makes the good choices for me. It was amazing how many things I loved pre op doesn't sound or taste appealing being post op.
For example, I loved potato stuff (fries, mashed,baked, etc). But now, I just don't find it as tasty or satisfying. I will still have a taste or two, but then I'm on to the protein...which is tasty and satisfying.
Same thing with the no drinking before and after meals. I struggled with this so much pre op but being post op....I do it without trying much now (at least for me). When you're full, drinking anything beyond a small sip just isn't appealing until several minutes afterwards.
I honestly think it's a mind game you have to play with yourself. If you fixate on the rules and restrictions then it can seem more difficult and challenging...but if u go into this with a more experimental mindset....you might find that many of the good choices may naturally happen. Some things will still take some effort, but I think the key is minimizing how hard you are on yourself.
I'm two months post op and I had a glass of wine recently. For me, I didn't find it especially appealing. It tasted different and I felt the effects quicker, but I can say this won't be a thing I desire to do much now.
Sorry, I guess I got way off topic....but that was my experience. Everyone does things differently and it's best to do what's best for you and your health.
Good luck on your journey!!!
Hi Jake
I am a recreation smoker as well. I had stopped smoking 2 months prior to surgery as advised by my doctor. My doctor told me to wait at least three months after surgery before I start back. My surgery was on May 12 2015. I have lost 52lbs so far. My three month period ended last week August 12th. I smoked for the first time this weekend. I had no problems at all it was great I did have the munchies feeling after I just made sure I had some fruit with me ate that and I was fine. Life does not end after you have the surgery like people think. I enjoyed my life just as I did before surgery. I pretty much eat the same food I did before minus soda and fried food. Just a lot less. I still have 40lbs to go before I reach my goal weight. I know I will make it. And will continue getting my little buzz along the way. Good luck
