I've never been happier or healthier. Recently, I wrote down the changes I made and was surprised at how many there were. Before I made my list, I would have said I hadn't made many. My guiding food principle is that I have a limited amount of space so whatever I put in that space has to count nutritionally. So here's my list:

1. I can eat anything, except bubbles, of course. No fear.

2. If I want a cookie, I can have a cookie but no boxes or bags. I have to go buy a good one, just one.

3. As a rule, I stay away from all types of Pasta, even the "good" kind. I can have it, I just prefer not to.

4. I avoid bread unless it's fabulous or unavoidable. I have a sandwich with the equivalent of one piece of bread about once every three weeks.

5. Never say yes to a bread basket. Why fill up on nutritionally empty food and have no room for the meal?

6. I exercise. Quite a novelty for me compared to my past life. I now go to the gym 4 days a week and don't feel right if I skip.

7. I can have crunchy Cheetos if they come from a vending machine, usually when I get my car serviced.

8. Ice cream is ok, it's just not allowed in the house.

9. I don't count calories or journal my food. I feel oppressed by both.

10. Be grateful every day for the miracle that's been given to me.

Hope these help you

Three and a half years post op.......Excellent accomplishment. A lot to be proud of. Keep up the success.

That's great! Thank u!