Am I the only one who had the sleeve surgery to get off this rollercoaster ride called dieting? Yes it is a permanent lifestyle change, yes I need to watch what I eat BUT is it so bad that I eat a low carb tortilla, or a slice of wheat toast or god forbid a bite of a cookie or a few potato chips at a party to feel normal? I had this surgery to use as a tool to eat less and watch my portions, I did not have this surgery to feel miserable like I can never have tasty food again. Yes it is all about moderation and I stick to the "protein first" guidelines, I drink my shakes, but I need to know I am not alone in thinking this.... If I want a burger down the road, Is it bad to eat one? Well technically probably half a burger with no bun! I am 9 weeks out, and Iv'e lost 39Lbs but I started with a lower BMI. I am happy with my weight loss so far, I just need to know I am not destined for plain chicken and veggies for life!

So it's not about eating junk food just cake? Bloody hell!

And no one is making you feel anything. It's up to you to do what you can live with. But just don't be one of the many who is 1-2 years out and never made it to goal, putting on weight, and no clue how to do anything about it.

You must be perfect!!

If you eat those things and feel guilty for "taking advantage" of your sleeve, that's all on you. Don't let others make you feel that you are doing anything wrong. This is your journey, your life, your (new, it sounds like) sleeve. I'm almost 10 months out, I hit BELOW my goal this morning. I remember in the beginning feeling and saying the same things you are right now. When you get further out, you can eat anything (I've been able to since I was able to start eating again), volumes of food you are able to consume get shockingly larger, and your appetite will likely enhance by a LOT. I am only speaking from my own experience, but I bet most people at my stage in the game will agree. I do allow myself to eat what I want, usually. I think if you feel like you get push back on this topic, it's because people who have gone through it know the importance of making good habits. That's what they are, really, habits. Eating a low carb tortilla isn't anything to be ashamed about. I do the same. This is your journey, and to be successful and to maintain success, obviously some changes in your life and diet will have to be made. That doesn't mean you can't live normally, have a piece of cake, or need to feel guilty for indulging in something you enjoy once in a while. You just need to keep your eye on the prize: maintenance. I have been making a "plan" for maintenance for a few weeks now, otherwise if I ate what I wanted whenever I wanted, I'm positive I could easily gain back a LOT of weight sadly. But luckily for me right now, I went through my weight loss phase with a little bit of "very strict" and a tiny bit of "carefree," and I feel prepared to maintain my weight right now (actually I may decide to lose 5 more to be safe). Anyhow, do what works for you, be smart about it, and best of luck to you on your journey.

You must be perfect!!

Wow.

I don't know about perfect but the man did lose almost 200 lbs. Give him some credit for knowing what he's talking about.

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The cake was an example because you seem to not be understanding what this post is about. No one is looking for sympathy or the "OK" to go eat crap!

You're right I don't understand. Because your very first sentence was asking if it was so bad if you eat a cookie or chips. Sounded to me like you were asking for something.

Tell me then what is the point of this thread other than to make people feel less guilty about eating "off plan". Because my point is why feel guilty in the first place and why eat off plan when you're still trying to lose?

You must be perfect!!

I'm not perfect but I'm at my goal are you?

Put me on team moderator !!

No, just got it done actually. But lost 16 pounds in first week. I give you a crap ton of credit, and like your advice, but all the girl wants is a couple bites of something and your putting her down for it. No one is perfect, and I'm sure you took one bite of something at some time you shouldn't have, that's all.

You're right I don't understand. Because your very first sentence was asking if it was so bad if you eat a cookie or chips. Sounded to me like you were asking for something.

Tell me then what is the point of this thread other than to make people feel less guilty about eating "off plan". Because my point is why feel guilty in the first place and why eat off plan when you're still trying to lose?

Why did you even comment on this post if your just going to be negative? I'm sorry that I have a realistic view on my eating habits, Isnt this website here so that we can vent and talk to one another? and not in a negative way!

Dang, where's the popcorn?? Whatta show

I'm almost 10 months out. I'm at goal (and then some) with my current weight at 126 lbs. I eat what I want. If I want cake, I eat cake but after a few bites I'm done. I refuse to be a slave to dieting. I don't "count" anything. Each of us do what works for us. As long as we are all successful then how we got there and/or maintain doesn't matter. Let's all support each other. We surely run into enough negativity and nay Sayers. Can't we all just get along.

Mmmmm popcorn can we ever have popcorn again??

Mmmmm popcorn can we ever have popcorn again??

Yes! My husband and I split a 100 calorie bag once or twice a week. Just finished one as a matter of fact

Popcorn is the only food I am missing on this 2 weeks of liquid! Dreaming if it!

Here is my .05 cent opinion. If the OP is only a few weeks out I question why she is even thinking about when she can have such foods as cake, chips and the like. As it has already been said here as time goes on it gets much easier to eat all of these slider foods and at times it is hard to stop at just two bites(for me anyway). You really need to have your head in the game especially in the beginning or you will never make it as I think Butter had eluded to. So can you have those foods; YES, should you; NO.

I'm with Butter, Laura and GG..... While I'm only 2 months out, I still pretty stick to my eating plan, I enjoy good food. Went to Bahamas Breeze yesterday...had the fish tacos with a side of fresh fruit.... I just didn't eat the flour tortillas. Actually I couldn't have anyway cuz I was full. Didn't finish the fruit either. So many people I have talked with weight regain all have said that it just started with a bite of this and taste of that. It come down to knowing yourself. Your triggers. There are foods I love that I had to kiss goodbye forever, cuz I know one bite is not enough. There are other foods that I can be a be more moderate on, once I get to goal that is. For now, no way. My goal is GOAL. I'm not craving, jonesing , begging or pleading. I get up and make a good healthy plan. I'm not doing this again! 45 yrs of dieting is enough. I guess I just finally 'grew up' when it came to food and eating. I listen to the wisdom of the successful old timers...I'm with ya guys!

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