Getting discouraged, losing focus

[KeeWee 470]

I am a strong minded person. When I set my mind to something, it's priority and usually ends up a completed project but lately...smh, since i did not meet my weight requirement at my last appointment, I have been so discouraged. I feel like, how can you demand I lose a certain amount of weight NOW, without my tool.

My weight fluctuates so much due to Fluid retention plus major changes can happen to my body in a week and be undone just as quickly. I had 4lbs more to lose, now I have 7lbs just from a few snow days at home and not working out. I'm worried I will not meet the next weigh in next week. I made changes that caused me to gain instead of lose like..

1. stopped smoking and gained 6 pounds immediately.

2. I use to eat once a day but now i eat 3 times a day and with a snack sometimes...following my nutritionist orders to stop skipping meals...but i just keep gaining.

3. Due to low Calcium, I take the pills but also try to drink more milk which gives me gas and causes bloating..

Just give me the dang on SLEEVE and let me show you what I can do with less appetite, more restriction and internal assistance, I'm being asked to do things that I am coming to them asking for help with...I hope I cant get denied for trying and not being successful.

going on my 7th month in a 6 month program..it's getting tiresome!!

[ForkAndMindy 67]

Hey pretty lady!

I haven't been sleeved yet, and they're not asking me to lose any weight beforehand (not yet anyway...), but I've been kinda trying on my own (again!) to lose a bit before the surgery. It can be difficult trying to keep yourself in check while making sure you're meeting all the requirements on someone else's "checklist." I'm certainly no expert, but cutting out carbs has totally helped. Maybe try to cut out the milk since it sounds like your stomach doesn't like it anyway....you can have cheese w your eggs and get Calcium from there, or maybe even just take a few TUMS or Viactiv calcium chews each day to help with that? And I swear by crystal light. Hate Water, but a little crystal light goes a long way. Good luck. Keep your head up!

[ASKSARAH - Sleeve 256]

Obviously listen to your doctors and specialists, but if you really need to drop the weight in order for a surgery date go on a liquid diet.

Drastic times take drastic measures.

A lot of people have had to do this to get on the calendar.

Good luck.

[Miss Mac 6,262]

I had to drop carbs and cheese to rev up my pre-op loss. Maybe just try not to eat anything that comes from a factory - you won't starve.

[abordenster 43]

Using the high Protein mixes with no calories and no sugar would help. On my preop diet I drank 3-4 a day to fight of hunger. I was able to eat as many non starchy veggies as I wanted. The high protein made it easier to be good. I used two kinds from the surgeon's office. Bariatric Advantage and cornerstone. Now I use Syntrax Protein Powder. It took me ten months to go through testing and approval. It is irritating but will be worth it!

[NMJG 1,266]

Keekee, I'm sorry to hear it hasn't been going well for you. What sort of eating plan are you on? If you haven't tried it already, give Atkins a shot. A lot of people get really good results with that. And going full liquid will do it, too. And don't forget your 8 oz of Water...even before surgery Water is important for losing weight.

Congrats on quitting smoking. That's a huge accomplishment.

[Ree 215]

I felt the exact same way when I was waiting to be sleeved and having to see a NUT every month. But when I put it all into perspective I understand why they have you wait. They want to see if you can follow instructions because after you are sleeved there are some very specific instructions/rules that need to be followed for your own safety. Hang in there, I know its tough. You'll get through this and on to the next stage (hopefully being sleeved) you'll go.

[readyanxiousscared 57]

Keekee

Girl I definitely understand what you are experiencing. With surgery months away (feels like years) I feel as if the cravings for every bad food choice have gotten stronger. I was told to not gain another pound after I weighed in at 298 but I am definitely doing the exact opposite. I do not know how to get it together. And the whole no cigarettes is a chore in its self...

JUST SLEEVE ME ALREADY!!!!!! Lbvs

[one_more_time 145]

I think it is absolutely ridiculous to put someone through a supervised diet prior to surgery for 3 or 6 months. I sort of understand the logic...wanting to see if you can adhere...follow rules...discipline yourself...see how serious you are. At the end of the day if dieting and working out alone worked....im sure none of us would be here. Ive personally struggled with my weight since I was 9 years old.

My coworker had to do the exact same thing she chose a different insurance plan than I did. Thankfully all my doc needed to confirm was my BMI and that I was morbidly obese. Years ago I had a situation like yours and I became so frustrated I gave up. You have made it this far dont give up. Like some one mentioned above try cutting your carbs as low as you can go. If you can get your body in ketosis ( burning fat for fuel) you might be able to drop 5-10 pounds in the next week or two...just to get you over the hump so you can reach your target pre-surgery weight. I lost like 40 lbs in about 3 months doing south beach.