A confession at 16 weeks

[snapy17 39]

I cheated hard core this weekend. I have lost 50 lbs In the past 16 weeks & it's been a journey of ups & downs & it will be for the rest of my life. So this is not a cry for help or advice just a confession.

I inhaled ever carb in sight this weekend. Today I ingested A total of 1300 calories, 150gms of carbs & only 40 Gms of Protein. I didn't usual 10000 steps. I am back on the wagon tomorrow but what a fall.

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[danaymacklin 177]

Thanks for your honesty because we all have our days. Even if we don't admit it publicly. All the best!

[croutster 20]

Tomorrow is a new day! 1300 calories is A LOT BETTER than 3000. You're going to continue to do great. A blip in the radar.

[Torriluv87 300]

I have those days
More than I'd care to admit. Im almost 8 months out. It doesn't get easier lol. I think im going back to basics and will probably do a pouch reset. Mainly to detox my system and get my mind back on track. It's rough. It's definitely easier when certain people and food arent around.

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[Sadiebug 206]

I'm 16 weeks out also and have had a day or two like that I was SHOCKED at how easy it was to inhale simple carbs and somewhat disappointed that I had no ill-effects from it other than my own guilt. I had it in my mind that this surgery would partly keep me on track because I would literally get sick from eating the wrong things with dumping syndrome etc. But I've read recently that only about 30% of people actually experience dumping syndrome. I haven't tried anything very sugary because I'm very fearful that I won't have any issues. At least now I can keep pretending it will make me sick and I'm going to hold on to that as long as possible. I have a lot more work to do on my head since I won't be able to rely on the surgical tool to keep me on the right path. But, as someone else said, even 1300 calories is much better than 3000 (or more for me on my really bad binge days). hang in there!

[sjndestiny 15]

Actually, there is some research that supports that upping calories and then dropping them again helps kick start weight loss. One day and only 1300 calories should not set you back. Be kind to yourself and get back on track. That's all. Best of luck staying with your program.

[Lzpdc1 9]

Happens often... eat way more food than I should.... than on the scale.... lost weight! 😳

I agree... you need to very intake!

Just don't do the big meals often!!!

[travelergirl 142]

The key is to get right back on wagon. We all have our falls...just have to get back up and on plan. We're here to support you.

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[Katie Struthers 29]

On ‎5‎/‎31‎/‎2017 at 10:35 AM, Sadiebug said:

I'm 16 weeks out also and have had a day or two like that I was SHOCKED at how easy it was to inhale simple carbs and somewhat disappointed that I had no ill-effects from it other than my own guilt. I had it in my mind that this surgery would partly keep me on track because I would literally get sick from eating the wrong things with dumping syndrome etc. But I've read recently that only about 30% of people actually experience dumping syndrome. I haven't tried anything very sugary because I'm very fearful that I won't have any issues. At least now I can keep pretending it will make me sick and I'm going to hold on to that as long as possible. I have a lot more work to do on my head since I won't be able to rely on the surgical tool to keep me on the right path. But, as someone else said, even 1300 calories is much better than 3000 (or more for me on my really bad binge days). hang in there!

I don't experience dumping syndrome either...I, like you, had hoped that would keep me on the straight and narrow more than willpower would. When I'm feeling bloated/heavier I tell myself to start writing down what I eat. It is literally an eye opener and makes me see what I'm doing wrong, ie. snacking on chips/crackers instead of veggies or Protein.< /span>

I find it's very easy to make excuses also and I'm trying to determine how to stop doing that. Excuses as in, PMS or working 12 hour days, etc.

It's nice to visit these forums and read that everyone has their own demons and issues and struggles just like me.

[Carolmom10 5]

The struggle is real. I have no dumping, no problem eating any kind of food. I often treat myself with food that I like in small portions and then I go back on track eating health. Im also 16 wks in and tried at all. When I feel that Im cheating too much I reset my break and go bk. My biggest problem is compulsion, sometimes need force myself to stop eating. Surgery its a tool on weight loss the biggest part its on our everyday choice.