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I will be 5 years post op coming this November. Trying to get back on track can be tough. I limited my calorie intake to 1200 calories and I’ve found that walking, using myfitnesspal, and getting my protein, fiber and water helps. Not to mention your daily vitamin supplement (which I am currently finding to fit my needs. I’m only taking a One a day, but I know that is not enough.)

Congrats on all that work. Sincerely.
You're right, struggle is ongoing.
My path has been similar. Indeed: 1 day @ a time.

For me it's my disease of compulsive over eating. Despite my WLS I still have the disease and I struggle with it every day.

I go to a therapist who recommended Over eaters Anonymous (OA). It's patterned after Alcohol Anonymous (AA) and I also attend monthly group meetings sponsored by my surgeon. With OA I have a group of people I can call or text if I feel that I will eat something not on my food plan and they offer me constructive support. There are those that can stop eating when ever they want I can't I need to constantly work on it. One day at a time. Seek help and build on your past success. Good Luck.

here's the thing....you gotta address the disease of obesity....the noise in your head that pollutes your determination to be (& enjoy) good health.
A 50 lb gain suggests you're "off program". It's a symptom of your disease of obesity.
Make appointment for follow-up. Speak w nutritionist in bariatric program. Weekly weigh ins @ the surgeon's office doesn't require an appointment, & makes you accountable. Get to support group.
There's no shame in the struggle. Anyone posting here has been & is, in the same boat.

Are you still on lifetime care with your bariatric office? Maybe the nutritionists there might have some advice. I see articles about pouch reset diets and going 1 or 2 weeks on liquids only and then back to 600-800 calories a day like you did right after surgery. Maybe that'll help? Good luck.