Reply to wake up call, just want to repost for me, 18 months out

[sbg224 318]

I know it has been 1 month or so from your post but it was very inspiring. I am almost 18 months post sleeve and find myself struggling. I got down to 161lbs, goal 145lbs, so have not reached it and now I find my hunger uncontrollable almost and have gained back about 5-6 lbs. I am also such a carb addict, I thought that was behind me, and am so, so scared of regain. I cannot believe how hungry I am, and how much more I need to satisfy me. I am tracking again, and trying to use premier Protein instead of carbs or something more high calorie to satisfy the hunger and of course the Protein and veggies. Thanks for your post and if anyone has any other ideas please share it really does help. I do go to a support group wekly, but it is really geared more towards preops, will look into some food addiction groups and see if that helps.

I also followed this forum 4-5 times a week and have not been on in quite a while so will try to get back on more often now also.

I like this new forum section. If anyone knows of any good psychologists or support groups in north Orange county Ca please let me know

Glad to see some old timers still on this forum and good to catch up

[genn 460]

Wtg on acknowledging ur off track u had great success you got this!!! Lots of luck!!!

HW 289 CW 230 bypass 11/22/16

[James Marusek 5,244]

This is a short article that I wrote about my experience with the "Maintenance Phase". http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery2.pdf

[joannjerseygirl 3]

I'm supposed too get it done thursday the sleeve I'm a little scared from reading all of u

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[catwoman7 10,845]

I'm not particularly carb sensitive, but I know a lot of people *are*. Carbs make them really hungry. Try cutting way back again and white knuckle it for a few days and see if that helps. And yes - make sure you're getting all your Protein in, as well as Fiber and some healthy fats. All that stuff keeps you feeling full longer.

[MamaSill 12]

This is a short article that I wrote about my experience with the "Maintenance Phase". http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery2.pdf

Your article is very informative-thank you! I am pre-op due for gastric bypass in February. I am going to have my husband read this so he will better understand what I will be doing.

[PrettyThick1 1,860]

The beauty of WLS is that you can gain a few pounds but lose it almost immediately by getting back on track. No fear!

[joannjerseygirl 3]

I hate that man I'm worried about that they hot me on the liquid diet now and I'm so hungry I can't take it

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Thank u all for sharing it really help us new guys

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[MrsSugarbabe 727]

@@James Marusek Excellent article!! Thank you for sharing your story.

[sbg224 318]

Great story, loved reading it, will try those essential oils, I love my lavender, thanks for some insight