I was just reading info on the post being resleeved( I think that one) and there was some info done on like 57 people and some their weight came back some had to get the DS. Im just wondering what will happen to us. Will the hunger hormone come back, did the dr remove enough of my fundus?

I actually scared myself while reading that info. I dont want to have surgery again.

At my six month check up a few weeks ago, I ask my surgeon could the weight come back. His answer was yes! He said that its important to practice healthy eating habits now. Because after five years if we fall back into unhealthy eating habits that we could gain over half of the weight back. He also said remember more is less. To not skip meals because that would cause a stall to eat something every two hours even if its a stick of cheese. I found out it works, when I eat more often, small portions because that's all I can tolerate that I do lose.

I think reality just really hit me. Ive been sleeved for 6 months now and this really got me. I thought that if I finaly get this weight off that it would stay gone and I would be able to live a normal life. I was wrong ofcourse. I will have to diet for the eest of my life to make sure this weight will never return.

I just cant believe the rude awakening I got from reading that post on ( being re sleeved) not sure the name of the post Im having trouble concentrating right now lol. I just wanted to be healthy and live a non diet life.

This DOES require a lifestyle change, and I'm really sorry that you seem to have thought it wouldn't. It's been hammered into me from my bariatric team and everything I've read. But don't get stressed about it. It's really not as bad as you're thinking.

You need to be mindful of what you eat, and you need to be more active. But don't think of this as a diet - that word has negative connotations to many of us, and it's not really true. You don't have to be that regimented or restrictive. Eat like a healthy person. Be aware of what you're eating and how much. You can have treats. Just be smart about it - don't mindlessly graze on chips that you don't really care about, or have treats more than you have good food. Have that ice cream. Make it a really special scoop of premium stuff, but not a pint of it. Enjoy it thoroughly, and then move on. Maybe you ate fairly lightly that day, or maybe you just decide to go light on the carbs for the next meal or two. Or maybe you do it so seldom that you decide you can absorb the calories from that small treat. But YOU are in control, not some arbitrary list of what you can or can't eat. Just remember to pay attention, and keep things balanced, and you'll be fine.

Thanks SpaceDust. I knew it was gonna be life changing. Its just that I am an addict when it comes to food. It just really hit me like a brick when I finally realized that this is forever. I really dont know what I was thinking while I researched everything I thought I knew about this surgery. I guess there will always be something new as time goes on and more people are being sleeved. I just had one of those aha moments. Again thank you for the words of encouragement.

Eat fresh, wholesome stuff. Not eating crappy, processed, highly refined food really isn't "dieting". If you just follow the basics (protein first, then carbs, then veggies), you'll never feel like you're dieting ever again! Don't start setting yourself up for failure now - you've made it this far and wow! Look at your results!!!

Thank you. You are right. I just have to keep telling myself that I did this to live and be healthy. I know this is not a diet, it is my new lifestyle and it is good.

The answer is yes, but as long as u stop eating junk Food and have some determination It will be alright

sorry for my bad English.

Hi Leanne,

I posted the article. Here it is so others wont have to dig:

http://img2.timg.co....1_151963966.pdf

Regain is an issue. As others have said, it's a life long struggle, but it can be done! WLS has a higher success rate than any other method of losing weight and keeping it off. Start thinking now of how you will maintain long term success. For everyone, that is different. Some need additional counseling to deal with issues that lead them to overeat. Some need to add exercise. Some need to weigh every day. Some give up certain non-necessary foods.

And follow those who are successful! Our fearless leader on these boards, Alex, is a good example. Shelly (eggface blog) is another.

Here's to life on the goalies bench!

Lynda

Thank you for putting this on here. Im better today. You put 2 great role models on here for me to follow. I must say following you also with your success will help me as well.

Thank you for putting this on here. Im better today. You put 2 great role models on here for me to follow. I must say following you also with your success will help me as well.

Thanks Leann! I'm looking forward to the day I can mark ten years at goal.

Lynda

You have to make a permanent change to your mindset or you will regain. I am focused on my health period. Everything I think and do supports that. I changed my mind, the sleeve was a tool. I am 2.5 years out and down 118 lbs. permanently.

My hobbies are cooking healthy foods and being active in dozens of ways. I don't have any unhealthy habits as I have determined to eliminate each one step by step. I got honest with myself about what made me fat to begin with and fierce about changing mindset. I do not self indulge on food, alcohol or negativity. I am a different person. Tackling the mental/emotional is the real key to success but without the sleeve as my tool I would have lost hope and incentive.

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Thanks SpaceDust. I knew it was gonna be life changing. Its just that I am an addict when it comes to food. It just really hit me like a brick when I finally realized that this is forever. I really dont know what I was thinking while I researched everything I thought I knew about this surgery. I guess there will always be something new as time goes on and more people are being sleeved. I just had one of those aha moments. Again thank you for the words of encouragement.

I was just recently sleeved on 11/28/2016. I knew that food addiction was going to be a problem for me, so I needed to have a therapist, in addition to my food/sleeve support groups. It's not just important, it's necessary. Because, this is the the biggest change I'll ever make, and food isn't the devil, but it can become it. :)That got away from me, ummm Best advise, Therapist!!

I was sleeved may 19 2015. I weighed 287 when i started 242 day of surgery and my lowest weight was 147. I am now teetering 158 to 162. I feel like im slowly gaining. I know i eat to many calories. I work out 5 days a week an hour a day and burn 500 at least. I neef help and advise.

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I am 6 months out of surgery and about 12 pounds to my goal of being under 200 pounds. The addiction issue was why I chose the surgery. I knew it would help keep me focused on recovery. I've realized that like all addicts, it's a life time struggle. I'm trying to learn to refocus that energy. Also, eating Whole Foods every 2 hours actually feeds my addictive behavior in a way that maintains my success. Putting something in my mouth all the time keeps me satiated. Keeps me from craving "crap".

I've redone my favorite foodsk with healthier ingredients so I still have a ¼ piece of chocolate cake but it's really decadent vegan ingredients plus Protein sooo I'm trying to feed the addiction as well as the body and the soul.

Frozen yogurt pops with Greek yogurt and extra protein feeds my ice cream need. And fully loaded mashed cauliflower with gravy fulfills the mashed potatoes desire. Beanitos chips are made from Beans so I get chips but it's actually protein and Fiber and not carbs.

If you don't give yourself healthy alternatives then you will feel like you are dieting your entire life and that will set you up for failure. Don't deny yourself, just find healthier ways to have what you want. And if there isn't a healthier way then do 2 bites and walk away. Remember that you can eat anything, you are allowed to... but what do you really want? Weigh the pros and cons.

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Thank you for putting this on here. Im better today. You put 2 great role models on here for me to follow. I must say following you also with your success will help me as well.

I have just started following this. I am 19 months post surgery, lost 128 pounds. For me the change in my life has been so drastic, both health wise and physical appearance, it keeps me motivated to continue on the path of eating healthy. And truly I still can eat a lot, even 19 months later. Not anywhere near how I used to eat

It is a fabulous journey. And very rewarding.

This DOES require a lifestyle change, and I'm really sorry that you seem to have thought it wouldn't. It's been hammered into me from my bariatric team and everything I've read. But don't get stressed about it. It's really not as bad as you're thinking.

You need to be mindful of what you eat, and you need to be more active. But don't think of this as a diet - that word has negative connotations to many of us, and it's not really true. You don't have to be that regimented or restrictive. Eat like a healthy person. Be aware of what you're eating and how much. You can have treats. Just be smart about it - don't mindlessly graze on chips that you don't really care about, or have treats more than you have good food. Have that ice cream. Make it a really special scoop of premium stuff, but not a pint of it. Enjoy it thoroughly, and then move on. Maybe you ate fairly lightly that day, or maybe you just decide to go light on the carbs for the next meal or two. Or maybe you do it so seldom that you decide you can absorb the calories from that small treat. But YOU are in control, not some arbitrary list of what you can or can't eat. Just remember to pay attention, and keep things balanced, and you'll be fine.

Hi Leanne,

I posted the article. Here it is so others wont have to dig:

http://img2.timg.co....1_151963966.pdf

Regain is an issue. As others have said, it's a life long struggle, but it can be done! WLS has a higher success rate than any other method of losing weight and keeping it off. Start thinking now of how you will maintain long term success. For everyone, that is different. Some need additional counseling to deal with issues that lead them to overeat. Some need to add exercise. Some need to weigh every day. Some give up certain non-necessary foods.

And follow those who are successful! Our fearless leader on these boards, Alex, is a good example. Shelly (eggface blog) is another.

Here's to life on the goalies bench!

Lynda

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