Hey guys. I met a lady through a support site who gained back half of the weight she lost. Lost 100-gained back 50 now. She said she was too ashamed to go places or do things because people will "know she failed at weight loss surgery". I feel so awful for her. She admitted to eating the wrong things. I feel awful for her. It's a painful reminder that this surgery can be outsmarted, just like those who have gained back weight after gastric bypass or other surgeries. The sleeve is not foolproof. Eating chips, sliders, and carby foods too often and too much can really sabotage everything. It really is important to eat protein first. I firmly believe a treat now and then it perfectly fine but man, I see clearly how things can get out of control if you let yourself. She mentioned that she had a hard time coping with a new "thinner" version of herself and kind of sabotaged it without even realizing it. Be careful, folks.

I have gained 20 pounds and can't stand it but emtional eating is killing me. PLease advise.

How does it happen? Does it have everything to do with food and exercise choices or are there less obvious reasons? I firmly believe that we are building lifetime habits during the weight loss phase to assist us for the rest of our lives.

The number one predictor of long term (2+ years) success is regular exercise. There is a connection between this and lifestyle changes as well as reduction in depression associated with emotional eating.

life is a journey, not a destination; so, stop running -H.D. THEROUX

Oops posted in the Wong thread.

WOW really hits home! so is she back on track to lose the weight? if she straightened up her diet the weight would come off again right?

Dont mean to be weird, but I just took a look at ur profile pic and WOW u look AMAZING!