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I have a question for anyone that may know. Even if we are taking a medication that can inhibit weight loss such as beta blockers.....when we've had approx. 85% of our tummies removed, how can we stop losing weight? This is a serious question. I don't see how that is possible, it may come off a little slower, but slow and steady is not a bad thing. Weight gain with these drugs is approx. 4 lbs. They are prescribed for high blood pressure, usually when diuretics haven't been successful, or for Migraines when other Migraine medication hasn't worked, or in conjunction with other migraine meds. Maybe try something else, if possible.

Hi Kristina!! A few 'tips' off the top of my head! Protein first and yes, this is a 'new way of life', but what did and what I think is very, VERY important....until you reach goal, treat this as a diet, the most important diet you've ever been on!!!!!! I never, EVER "cheated". After I reached goal, then I started LEARNING to live like a naturally "THIN" person, which is not as easy as you'd think. It's such a mind game. I struggle to get in what I need (1200 calories) to keep from continued weight loss, but now I allow myself to eat normally. I am in control, not food. I am very aware of every single thing I put in my mouth. I am NOT an exercise guru......I've made life changes....I do not deprive myself, I picked a few, and I mean three french fries off my husbands plate at lunch today, but I don't eat junk. I order a hamburger, don't take one bite of the bun and depending on the size, I may only eat maybe half the burger, but I get my Protein, eat three fries and I'm happy as a clam! I have chosen to not eat the bun, I could, and some do, but it is something I don't miss and just don't eat. I do eat bread occasionally, but very little. I also don't hit the gym! That is not how I lost the weight and that is not how I'm keeping it off. I use a weighted ball and a band, I work my arms, and do a little here at the house....but I know me, I know how easily I lose interest, I wanted to make changes I knew I could do forever. I could give up hamburger Buns and chips....you get the picture!! This is what has worked for me.....it's been disgustingly easy, FOR ME! Good luck!!!!! We're here for ya!