A number of people have made claims about this and I am just keen to hear if anyone has really regained all of their weight?

I haven't. I am only 8 weeks out. A good friend of mine had gastric bypass several years ago; she has gained/lost/gained/lost. She is still continually 'dieting' just like before surgery. I hope I don't end up that way, but if a person doesn't change their lifestyle/food relationship...I can see it happening easily.

I haven't. I am only 8 weeks out. A good friend of mine had gastric bypass several years ago; she has gained/lost/gained/lost. She is still continually 'dieting' just like before surgery. I hope I don't end up that way, but if a person doesn't change their lifestyle/food relationship...I can see it happening easily.

Agreed. You can't continue the same behavior and expect a different result.

A number of people have made claims about this and I am just keen to hear if anyone has really regained all of their weight?

Aussie there are several here that have!

It happens.. I know it's hard for you to believe.

But it's entirely possible. I know! I'm fighting for every pound lost and I could easily gain it back no problems.

It is scary but it does happen. I know if I didn't pay attention and ate what I truly wanted it could happen to me. But I won't go back!

I heard this can happen.

I am replying because the surgeon I go to requires that we go to counseling. In sessions we address triggers and traps that could allow us to eat around our surgery. I go to counseling at regular intervals to workout any psychological links.

Its important to address these psychological issues in advance so they don't harm the success of a sleeve!!

I was talking to my surgeon about this recently and he shared that he had recently done 10 year follow-up with a patient that had regained 50 pounds in the last 5 years...sounds like a lot (and it is) but when you put it in context, it is an extra 100 calories a day...or, as my surgeon said, a small bag or Doritos...how easy would it be to have 100 extra/empty calories a day??...additionally, he says that after we've lost significant weight our metabolism slows down...which is an added element to why we have to remain focused for the rest of our lives...for some people, maybe they were previously "maintaining" at 1200 calories a day...but after accounting for metabolism slowing, we might actually need to lower that amount in order to see the scale stay where we want it.

The way I see the surgery for me is that I will get the initial weight off so I can be active. Once I'm active, my metabolism will get in gear as well. The reality is that if you don't change your lifestyle after the surgery gives you the support you need to get the weight off, it could be easy to gain it back. My plan is to be able to resume eating what I like in TRUE moderation, but I need to get myself out and burn those calories - whether it's a hard-core hike, several miles on a bike or an hour or two in the gym several times a week, I will need to keep everything revved up and humming if I want to be successful.

There are others who say they never exercised and still don't, and they're keeping the weight off. I doubt I would be able to be one of those successfully, and I think that would be difficult long term for most.

I think as long as whew realize this isn't a diet but a way of life we will do fine. Adding excercise helps us in so many ways physically, mentally and just makes you feel good

I doubt that you will find many here who will admit to it. It definitely would require constantly eating high calorie food; a conscious choice for sure.

Aussie there are several here that have!

It happens.. I know it's hard for you to believe.

But it's entirely possible. I know! I'm fighting for every pound lost and I could easily gain it back no problems.

Everyone says it's possible, but I really just want to know if anyone has. I'm not talking about losing 100 lbs and then gaining 10. I just want to know whether anyone has lost 100 - 150 lbs. and then regained it.

I know I could gain weight too if I laid in bed all day eating chocolate, but not everything that I have lost.

It's going to be hard to find someone on this forum that fills that criteria.

To gain "all" the weight back one would have to completely given up. Well, someone who has given up is not going to hang out here. We specialize in supporting all those who share our common goal & burning all quitters at the stake. This just wouldn't be a comfortable place for someone who has given up.

I don't know anyone personally who has regained ALL their weight back but I do have a cousin who gained 40lbs of her 100+ lbs back over the course of the past 7 years. She absolutely abhors meat, so getting her protein in is difficult which does not help her while in maintenance.

It's going to be hard to find someone on this forum that fills that criteria.

To gain "all" the weight back one would have to completely given up. Well' date=' someone who has given up is not going to hang out here. We specialize in supporting all those who share our common goal & burning all quitters at the stake. This just wouldn't be a comfortable place for someone who has given up.[/quote']

O.T.R., I am trying to work out whether that advice was given as a VST Moderator or as a Sarcasm Specialist. Either way, it's sad to me because I have given up.

I tried damn hard but it was all just TOO HARD. Yes I am slim and at my goal weight. Can I eat, not really. Sunday is Mothers Day and my children are planning a BBQ family get-together. They will go to a lot of trouble and I will try to pretend that I am enjoying the day. I will eat (1/2 cup at most) try not to look like I am in agony then when no-one is looking find a private place where I can do lots of deep breathing and maybe even throw up. I will try not to faint because of my low blood pressure and make sure that I drink lots of Water to combat this, which will mean I will eat even less. This is my life at social occasions now or when my loving partner cooks or takes me to dinner.

Then I will go home and drown my sorrows with lots of alcohol and diet cola and maybe even a chocolate bar.

So, go ahead, I have given you lots of reasons to burn me at the stake. Tell me I eat too fast, or too much or or or...........I have tried it all. And now I will go and curl up somewhere that people don't want to burn me because I am a quitter. You are right, this isn't a comfortable place, I need to find a support group who gives those who are struggling most support.

As a VST Moderator maybe you should open your mind and heart to that concept.

And by the way, I don't see myself as a quitter, I played the game the best I could, but had to admit defeat.

O.T.R., I am trying to work out whether that advice was given as a VST Moderator or as a Sarcasm Specialist. Either way, it's sad to me because I have given up.

I tried damn hard but it was all just TOO HARD. Yes I am slim and at my goal weight. Can I eat, not really. Sunday is Mothers Day and my children are planning a BBQ family get-together. They will go to a lot of trouble and I will try to pretend that I am enjoying the day. I will eat (1/2 cup at most) try not to look like I am in agony then when no-one is looking find a private place where I can do lots of deep breathing and maybe even throw up. I will try not to faint because of my low blood pressure and make sure that I drink lots of Water to combat this, which will mean I will eat even less. This is my life at social occasions now or when my loving partner cooks or takes me to dinner.

Then I will go home and drown my sorrows with lots of alcohol and diet cola and maybe even a chocolate bar.

So, go ahead, I have given you lots of reasons to burn me at the stake. Tell me I eat too fast, or too much or or or...........I have tried it all. And now I will go and curl up somewhere that people don't want to burn me because I am a quitter. You are right, this isn't a comfortable place, I need to find a support group who gives those who are struggling most support.

As a VST Moderator maybe you should open your mind and heart to that concept.

And by the way, I don't see myself as a quitter, I played the game the best I could, but had to admit defeat.

Have you thought about seeing a therapist or psychologist? Sounds like a few things are going on.

it seems like you are grieving the loss of food, and there is some cross addiction taking place.

It is very difficult to transition into a new life where food isn't the center of things. Like for mother's day, maybe you could focus on an activity to do together (zoo, museum, sporting event..) instead of the food?

Problem is, its too late for you to turn back, you are stuck with your sleeve, It is hard but I hope you would reconsider... don't give up but make the best of your situation.

How far out are you? I really think it does get better with time. Please consider seeing a mental health professional soon, I think it would be very helpful.

The way I see the surgery for me is that I will get the initial weight off so I can be active. Once I'm active, my metabolism will get in gear as well. The reality is that if you don't change your lifestyle after the surgery gives you the support you need to get the weight off, it could be easy to gain it back. My plan is to be able to resume eating what I like in TRUE moderation, but I need to get myself out and burn those calories - whether it's a hard-core hike, several miles on a bike or an hour or two in the gym several times a week, I will need to keep everything revved up and humming if I want to be successful.

There are others who say they never exercised and still don't, and they're keeping the weight off. I doubt I would be able to be one of those successfully, and I think that would be difficult long term for most.

While I think it's possible for some people with a good metabolism to lose and keep weight off with little exercise, I always wonder why they would want to do that. Cardiovascular fitness is so important, at any weight. The heart is a muscle and needs to be exercised. Thin does not equal healthy. To me, exercise is essential on this journey to optimal health.