Hi All, I am 18 weeks post op from GB. I have lost 57 lbs and am at 197, my goal weight is 150, so 47 more lbs to go. I struggle with LOTS of things. I wanted to join this forum bc I am not in a support group as of yet and need to know if some of my issues are normal or just me ?!?

1. Protein drinks - I can not drink any of them ... They make me sick to my stomach or gag.

2. Exhaustion and major hair loss - I'm sure related to not enough protein, but need new ideas.

3. NO dumping - so I can still have sweet and junk food ... I am a comfort/bored eater ... I seem to be grazing !!! Very Upsetting.

4. Not getting exercise - I work 12 hours a day from home with toddlers, I do not get away. By the evening I don't want to go workout, why can't I get motivated ?!?

5. Buying too much food - my pantries, freezer, fridge are packed to the hilt with food ... I can't seem to control myself but I feel the urge to make sure there is always food in the house, like I'm scared we are gonna run out. I can't even eat 75% of it !!

I guess thats all I will mention today, I'm sure there is more ) if you have or have had any of these issues I would love to chat )

Thanks Everyone,

Keiria

Welcome to the forum!!! sounds like you have some work =)

my mom had GB about 4 years ago and has the same problems. She buys TONS of food and sweets. She grazes which isnt necessarily bad but its what she's eatting that is the problem. I would say if you dont have a therapist now might be a good time. Just have someone to talk to about whats going on on a deeper level. As far as the hair loss, remember Protein deficiency is the number 1 cause and since your not drinking protein or intaking enough then its an issue. there are so many ways out there to get protein. What all have you tried? Have you tried optimum whey protein with skim milk? Most people prefer it ice cold. Also in the nutrition forum they have TONS of ideas for protein intake. The bottom line is you HAVE to have protein. Not getting enough is not an option. there are small ways to get exercise if your that busy while your at work. Try a few of these tricks to stay active and increase your work out without going to the gym.

1. Wear ankle weights (you can get them at any fitness store. Start low on the weight scale, increase for more of a workout.

2. Increase activity while at home caring for the toddlers. Try to just move al the time, you can buy some 8 or 10 lb weights and just work on moving your arms with them while you do house stuff.

3. try just to get a walk around the block before bed or before peeps show up. You will be amazed at how you feel.

all of the exercise idea's are a mute point if your not getting in enough protein because you wont build muscle your going to burn it. thats going to be hard on your kidneys. You really need to get enough protein.

Welcome and congrats on your weight loss thus for. I agree with dstollery maybe its time to see a therapist. Food issues can go deep & you have to get to the root. Also, exhaust all protien options! You have to get it in!

Welcome to the group... I wanna be nice here and not sound mean but how did you pass the therapy evaluation if you have a love for food?

Do seek help now counseling for the food issue. I wish you all the best & hope you get on track to a new healthy you.