MzSling

Yes I suppose. It’s just to me, the gym should be a safe place. Women are wearing spandex and bending over etc- we need to feel safe and comfortable. I want to be able to work out without being hit on in a yucky way. I think the gym should be off limits for immature behavior.
But to each their own.
What strikes me about your original post was that at first, you assumed you were being insulted. When In fact, you were being “checked out” in a positive way. For many of us, I thinks it’s hard to let go of the negative assumptions and see ourselves how others see us after weight loss. Letting go of the old body image can be hard, letting go of the defensive mindset. Just something to think about for all of us vets.

I would like this post over and over if I could. I wouldn't go tattling that someone hurt my feelings. I would more likely get in their face and make them feel uncomfortable. Draw attention to their stupidity.

Viffer said (1 - Guys - I'm flattered, really... but I'm straight.)
On behalf of the women and guy's here. Can we stuff a bill in your waistband ? I have to giggle your name could be announce at chip N dales.
Hope this is a compliment

That'll be $1 please.

I so agree with @BigViffer. They were sayin' you were "smokin' hot" and that you were even "bill worthy."
But, yeah, pigs and immature...
But, if I ever get that response from someone, it will make my freakin' week. Just sayin'. I've never been a smokin' hottie in my life and would like to know what that feels like some day...you know. Bucket lists and all...
Congrats on your success hon.

I don't know if it was an insult honestly. They were probably remarking to each other you were hot or something to that effect.
Don't get me wrong, they are pigs. But it sounds like a objectifying action more than a personal insult.

Have you discussed benefiber with your surgeon ?
I know Constipation is a common issue post op so I asked plenty of issues about it preop. My Dr told me colace and benefiber were fine to take as soon as I'm out of the hospital. Metamucil I could take as soon as I could tolerate it, about a week after (haven't tried it yet)

And keep Miralax or any other extreme measures as a last resort.
But benefiber and colace should be real options

I drink carbonated beverages now, no issues but I do so in moderation. Occasionally some seltzer or diet soda depending on my situation. Also I've had Mimosa's twice at brunch. I say do what feels best for you, within your doctors guidelines. For some carbonation might be a big trigger or cause discomfort and for others it might not.

This X 100.

Carbonation can make you feel like crap, but this idea that it's going to stretch your stomach back out to its original size is silly. I had a bad diet pop addition prior to surgery, but once I gave it up I haven't wanted to go back. I have no doubts part of the improvement in my overall wellbeing is kicking that from my diet. There are times I miss it, but it's that same feeling I had when I quit smoking years ago. My life is fine without it and despite having an oddball craving from time to time it isn't a big deal anymore.

In regards to carbonation I have had a beer here and there. The carbonation doesn't seem to bother me, but it also takes forever to get even half a glass down. It would be a different story if I tried to drink a beer at the same pace as Water. If I drank fast it would make me feel miserable.

I was same as you but kicked it 3 weeks ago.(man I sound like an addict [emoji38][emoji38])
Feel a lot better!


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I'm sorry you are feeling out of control with your weight.
Set up an appointment with your surgeons office. Get their opinion if you have stretched your stomach. They can help you get back on track. Another option to consider is counseling/therapy. It will help address your mindset with weight loss.
food choices and grazing will cause significant weight gain.
Grazing is the consistent, day-long consumption of low value food items, in other words: snacking. For example, mindlessly finishing your child’s Breakfast Cereal, stopping at mcdonalds, popping two donut holes into your mouth at the office, eating a Protein Bar mid-afternoon and a strawberry Greek yogurt with granola at night.
The best way to address grazing after bariatric surgery is to employ preventive measures prior to the onset. That said, many patients will not succeed preemptively and must therefore deal with the problem of grazing only after it presents.
Should you find yourself in the habit of grazing after bariatric surgery, the obvious resolution is to break the habit. This is no doubt easier said than done, but consider all that you have achieved to this point.
The first step is to ask for help. It is unlikely that you can resolve your maladaptive eating alone. So simply ask for the help. Use your support network and those professionals who are currently among your inner circle.
Begin to monitor yourself closely. Write down or log your food in MYFITNESSPAL all that you eat or drink for a period of three days or so, and then compare your notes with the nutrition plan from your bariatric surgeon’s office to note how much they do or do not correlate.
Learn the different types of hunger, specifically head, eating out of boredom and physical hunger.
In addition, cut out all junk food. Sit when you eat, and mindfully enjoy the meal. Eat meals that contain Protein and Fiber in the form of fresh and lightly cooked or raw fruits and vegetables because they make you feel full. Drink plenty of Water over the course of the day except at meal time.
WIshing you the best,
Jenn