Hello everyone,

I'm new to this forum, and I decided to join since I see really interesting topics and a lot of helpful replies to each one of them.

Well, I'm 26 years old and I've been struggling with my weight since my teens. During my college years I lost tons of weight and had a healthy BMI because I used to play sports to a demanding level (4 hours a day), and I followed a strict eating regimen, which in that time was fine since I had time to prepare my meals everyday.

I graduated, and as soon as the office life started to take place, the extra pounds kept coming up. So I decided to go back to play sports, but had a nasty injury on my knee that required surgery. I got really depressed since I couldn't do the sports that I loved anymore and got really discouraged, and gave up on any type of activity. So I became an emotional eater and I got to a weight of 270 LBS for a 5.7 person.

My mother had a gastric sleeve about 7 months ago and I really liked the results and specially how her energy levels went up. So I decided to take the same steps, saved money, and 9 days ago had my gastric sleeve by the same doctor; Dr. Rodriguez Villarreal.

Until now, I feel great, the only thing weird about it is that, even though I'm not hungry, I crave certain foods. Maybe the emotional bound to that food is still very strong. I'm still in the liquid phase. I will keep you posted on my progress. So far, I've lost 17 Lbs, but I'm aware this is still because of the post-op regimen, lets see how it goes 6 months from now.

Nice to meet you all

best regards

Hello Anna

Welcome to VST, and CONGRATS on your tiny new tummy! Hang in there, it definitely does get better and better. It sounds like you are right on track with everything.

thank you for your kind words, I will keep posted on any updates.

best regards

Welcome to the Loser's Bench and VST!!! I'm still a newbie (11 weeks out)... and I have to say, this was the best decision I ever made!!! Please utilize the board, you'll find a wealth of information and great people to talk to!!! Congrats again!!! Enjoy your journey!!!

Welcome Anna! So happy to hear you were able to get your sleeve surgery. It's also a help to you to have your mom have the surgery 7 months before yours. I am sure the weight loss your mom experienced along with her energy returning was a huge factor in your decision. It's awesome that you have your mom for support as well...keep us posted...Blessings~Melanie:)

Thank you Melanie, and you're right! my mom is my main support right now that I have all these physical and emotional changes, best regards!

Welcome Anna and Congrats,Best of luck to you!!