Could use a mentor

[retzlpa 98]

55 male in southern Wisconsin. Was banded 2010 and it failed, had band removed and revision to rny on 10/26/15. I'm struggling with failure fears. I lost 40 pounds quickly after surgery, by 11/19/15, then stalled. Been stalled since then and trying to not lose hope as the lap band failed. Could use some guidance from someone non judgemental who will be truthful through this journey. Thank you!

[esskay77 785]

Unfortunately, stalls are a normal part of the process. But, when one happens, you need to be more diligent.

Don't weigh yourself more than once a week

Be sure to write down everything you eat and count up the grams of Protein (there is something magical about writing it down that actually helps you to lose weight)

Make sure you are getting enough Protein in (you probably have to increase how much)

No carbs

Protein first

Chew, chew, chew

put your silverware down between bites.

Drink lot's of Water but stop 30 minutes before your meal, don't drink anything with your meal, and don't drink again until 30 minutes after your meal, take 30 minutes to eat your meal

Exercise. At least walk.

Off the top of my head those are the usual things that can help you. It seems like increasing protein is one of the biggest helps.

Best of luck (and I'm glad I wrote this because I need to take my own advice!)

Edited December 24, 2015 by esskay77