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Oh yes, The sign says it all....*lol

Fear of any surgical procedure is normal. You are ready for this and deserve to live a healthy life. We are here to support you. Family can say some stupid things out of fear or ignorance. Hope they can be supportive with time.

Four years out. 50th Birthday! - 3,652 calories in one day. protein 100 carbohydrates 341 fats 194 Ran a half marathon race in the morning placed. 15th for my division (i'll take it). Dinner,dancing and alcohol in the evening. Running season is over. Back to plan.

My shower is coffin sized. Now I can easily bend over to shave my legs.

Relationship changes are possible. But may not happen. For me, People that are supportive have stayed supportive in my life. Some friends are battling their own weight loss issues. They had a hard time seeing my success and the relationship changed. Others were never supportive and negative to begin with. I was happy to cut them from my life. It's a strange phenomenon. We are still the same person with the same core values. The only changed is our size. It's interesting to sit back and notice how some people react to your body changing.

Pouch reset is basically going back to liquids and starting over. If you feel it would help to get you back on track...Why not.

For the bariatric patients and potential bariatric patients reading the posters article. Please do your own research and fact check with your medical team about your specific diet plan. @Creekimp13 eats the same amount of protein as any other bariatric patient. She can agree, a bariatric diet is not high protein. It's also not 100% animal protein. You will not be eating 100% protein (exception first out protein shakes while you heal from surgery) You will progres to a variety of other foods. Not all of your protein comes from animal sources You will be adding beans and fruits and vegetables as you progress out from surgery No one is on a NO carb diet. They will come from sources approved on your plan. I will not respond to anymore of this thread. Its intent is clickbait, attention seeking and to cause drama.

The article say's "potential " adverse events that require monitoring and potential treatment. Risks with all medical procedures and disease. good information. Complications with type two diabetes left untreated “Diabetes is a condition expected to gradually progress over time. If type 2 diabetes goes untreated, the high blood sugar can affect various cells and organs in the body. Complications include kidney damage, often leading to dialysis, eye damage, which could result in blindness, or an increased risk for heart disease or stroke. Unfortunately, the effects of high blood sugars are not limited to this,” Dr. Aluri says. Chronic conditions, like neuropathy (nerve damage), gastroparesis (issues with stomach emptying) can also develop. Diabetes mellitus, Dr. Aluri says, could kill someone if not diagnosed and managed properly. Extremely high blood glucose can even lead to coma (hyperosmolar hyperglycemic non-ketotic state).

Embrace the stall - https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/351046-embrace-the-stall/

@BigViffer and @BlueCrush can help you out with much of this. They lift and have great results. I am a contradiction to weightlifters. I distance run and lift. I have burnt muscle in the past. It's not a healthy look for me. I have also built muscle and strength. For me it's keeping consistent with lifting. I also have to tweak my diet A thread that may interest you https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/418762-is-it-possible-to-build-muscle-after-the-sleeve-im-about-to-find-out/?page=3

Congrats on your surgery. Give yourself time to heal.

https://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/297668-i-want-to-see-before-after-pics-contd/

Leaving the rest. Just wanted to represent to new patients that 60 to 100 is not high. I don't want to see unnecessary fear mongering.

Love Rocky Horror~!

You are inflating the issue. 60 to 100 is the norm. Same as you. The topic is creating an slanted view on how bariatric patients eat. But we can agree to disagree. Again thanks for the info.

Happy Halloween! Another year of candy temptation. Wow, pre surgery I could not wait for the leftover halloween treats. Things have changed and it's a great feeling. I've managed not to hand out andy each year. I'm taking the grand kids trick or treating at the zoo. What are your ways of dealing with the temptation? Anyone rocking costumes after weight loss? photos please!!!!

Beating the point back to you. You eat 60 grams of protein like any other bariatric patient. So we can agree this is not a high protein diet. Topic does not apply to bariatrics but thanks for the information.

Congratulations on being so close to your personal goal. That takes work and moxy! Weight gains can mess with your head. I get the fear of going back to where you started. You are not a failure. No need to beat yourself down. This is the mental battles with weight loss surgery. Time to press forward and build yourself up. Work with your Dr. We are all a work in progress. Managing mental illness and keeping stable is work. Managing our weight loss is work. None of this is easy. You already know what you need to do. Stay the course. Wishing you the best, Jenn

Congrats on your surgery! I've been on and off this site. I came back after a 16 pound gain and worked it back to my maintaining weight. Some days it's like watching a train wreck in here. But most people are supportive. Health was my main issue to have surgery. I want to be around for family.

Great advice above. Once you start eating cookies,cakes, crackers you crave them more. Remove temptations foods from the house and give yourself time to detox off them. You may feel funky for a while but it will help you to find your weight loss mojo again. Find activities that help process life stresses/emotions read, play, Paint a room, landscape, go for a walk, therapy, hang with friends and family, be artistic, watch a comedy and laugh ect. Love the video game idea @OpsMatt Options to try - My disclaimer - Ignore any advice that's not on your plan Night snacking/head hunger - keep a veggie tray in the fridge (option low calorie dip/dressing) - Allow yourself to eat until full. If you try to bargain with yourself for another option then you know its head hunger. A warm beverage that calms your stomach before bed: Examples - (sugar free sweeteners optional) Camomile lavender tea unsweetened cashew milk sleepy time tea hot cocoa - Hot water, unsweetened cashew milk, Hershey's sugar free chocolate syrup

I was in a health crisis before surgery. Diabetes out of control. I was in ICU for eight days with diabetic ketoacidosis. My internal organs systematically shutdown, My heart stopped and they brought me back. I don't take this second chance in life for granted. My health is drastically better since surgery and weight loss. Type one diabetic issues are well controlled. No high blood pressure or cholesterol No cpap machine I have energy and I'm not out of breath. I feel younger Off many medications Colds and dental issues - No changes from pre surgery Bruising - Fat used to insulate my body from bruising. Now capillaries and veins are closer to the skin's surface. My age is also a factor. yikes! I will be 50 in six days. Obesity related issues and diseases will catch up to you with over time. Surgery as a treatment option saved my life.

Salad condenses and slides down easily. I can eat a regular sized plate. I make them low calorie. No weight gain.

Ask your surgeon's office if they have a bariatric card, Most restaurants honor them and will give you smaller portioned meals. honestly, i never used mine.

Many posts about this. Many of us can hold more food as you progress out from surgery. Its seems to be a shared experience for sleevers. Your stomach is not back to normal size. (stretching is rare. You can always get it checked out by your Dr.) Now that you can hold more volume it is important to keep within your calories and macros. The extra volume does not mean you have to overeat or make choices that will cause weight gain. Where your calories and macros should be at this point? You may want a consult with your dietician. We are all different what works for me, may not work for you. Restaurants and travel: Look up menus online to see what bariatric friendly options you have. If you can, go shopping and buy no cook items. If you don't finish a meal you can take leftovers home. Use a bariatric card for small portions.