Overwhelmed, How Do You Keep It All Together?

[ilikebunnies 48]

I had my first in depth nutrition class this morning and it is all so overwhelming! So much information, do's, don'ts, and it is all making my head spin. I have been reading and researching this for so long I thought I knew everything and now I feel I know nothing. I have even panicked a bit and thought about pulling out of the surgery.

[BigDennis 236]

You will do great! You've done your homework and know MOST of what you need to be successful. Just like anything new, you are simply getting a case of butterflies and uncertainty is setting in! Once you get into the swing of things, it will become the norm for you and the pounds will melt away! Can't wait to hear about your successes!

Dennis

[2muchfun 8,928]

I've been a student of nutrition for about 35 years now. I think I knew most of what I learned in the seminars and nutrition classes. Learning what I can eat and what I shouldn't eat isn't that difficult. Learning what my band will let me eat has been a new experience. But it's good that I was able to understand why I should avoid white foods(simple carbs).

Not understanding why we eat as we have to eat shouldn't hold you back. You will be told what to eat for the first 2 months of your new life. After that you will begin to understand why. But it's impossible to explain so all will understand prior to surgery. These are rules and knowledge you will use with or without LBS. It's knowledge that even regular dieters don't understand but should know.

Throw yourself into this and you will learn and you can succeed.

BTW-Being a know-it-all in nutrition didn't give me the tool I needed to keep me from overeating and knowing what my triggers are.

tmf

[BigDennis 236]

Keep in mind that for many of us, losing weight is a daily battle in the war against genetics as well. Some folks can eat 6 ounces of chicken breast and be fine and others may eat 4 and gain weight. What works for one person, may not work as well for you. You will eventually find that perfect combination and see results very quickly.

Dennis

[Kate rules 43]

Try to take away one or two key points from each meeting or presentation. They have to throw a lot of information at us fairly quickly. What I did was set this information aside and browsed it during recovery. I was bored anyway.

Don't let this overwhelm you. Your practice is there to support you and the discussion boards are a great resource for those times you just are not sure of what to do.

[daisychains7 427]

I agree. I am about 5 weeks post op and the amount of information and opinions out there really can make your head spin. Educate yourself on the basics and remember that ultimately, it's about what works for YOU. Do not expect perfection of yourself.

[ilikebunnies 48]

Thank you all for your support, it makes me feel so good to know I have access to others that understand.

[Secondchanceatlife 38]

I agree. I am about 5 weeks post op and the amount of information and opinions out there really can make your head spin. Educate yourself on the basics and remember that ultimately, it's about what works for YOU. Do not expect perfection of yourself.

Five weeks post-op and you've lost 71 pounds!! That is AWESOME! Please tell me your secrets

[daisychains7 427]

Five weeks post-op and you've lost 71 pounds!! That is AWESOME! Please tell me your secrets

Thank you truthfully I lost the majority of that during the 6 month supervised diet. I wasn't super strict on myself but I cut out fast food, pop, and started cooking for the first time in my life. I joined a gym, and made sure to exercise 5 days a week. Now just trying to stick to a strict band diet and keep up the exercise. So far so good.

[Secondchanceatlife 38]

Thank you truthfully I lost the majority of that during the 6 month supervised diet. I wasn't super strict on myself but I cut out fast food, pop, and started cooking for the first time in my life. I joined a gym, and made sure to exercise 5 days a week. Now just trying to stick to a strict band diet and keep up the exercise. So far so good.

Well you are doing awesome! Congratulations on your success thus far, and good luck in the future. I'm sure you'll be a skinny minnie in no time!

[daisychains7 427]

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Thank you so much! I appreciate it and wish you all the best on your journey as well !