Okay guys Im not sure how bad I messed up but I had popcorn recently (im pushing week 4) and even though I had no ill side effects I looked around old forums and people are like "noo popcorn is satan". I already kicked myself in the butt so I dont need the hardcore critics I know I messed up now. But is there any long term damage I may have caused?

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The concern is the skins on the popcorn getting "stuck". Chances are you're fine, but I'd hate to see someone get a complication from it. At this point, just go on with your life and don't worry. Just don't do it again until your surgeon clears it.

The concern is the skins on the popcorn getting "stuck". Chances are you're fine, but I'd hate to see someone get a complication from it. At this point, just go on with your life and don't worry. Just don't do it again until your surgeon clears it.

I was sitting here just waiting. Oh my gosh I got so scared! Definitely putting the bags away!!

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No worries. I started eating popcorn at 6 weeks. The only issue is that it slides down easily.

SW:305
CW:214

Sleeved 01.30.17

I've been eating popcorn as a snack since the 4th month with no problems. I'm currently down 203 lbs at the 18th month anniversary in two days.

SW 489

CW 286

Sleeved on 2/4/16

Why popcorn? why not some crispy /crunchy fresh fruit, veggies or some other healthy snacks like soaked almond? problem is not so much the popcorn but what it may lead as well as getting stuck. It ignite the taste buds send you down a slippery slop! think health and healthy and why you wanted this weight loss surgery. Talk with your nutritionist.

Where you feel the guilt of messing up, let that be your constant reminder to not repeat those actions. Popcorn is something I didn't eat until I was past my first year ( I didn't think I had the discipline to stop, before that point), and I made sure I received the okay from my Dr. I don't eat regular popcorn, I always get the 100 calorie pack and that is more than enough. Thankfully, I don't really have the "want" for popcorn anymore, so it is never a real issue. I've noticed, just in general, we all have our "must and must nots", so you'll never really get a true answer unless from your Dr. For example, some people believe it's okay to drink sodas while there's a ton, who are against it. Some people are okay with eating Cheez It, I tried that as a snack and gained two pounds, so for me, that's not okay and has never been eaten again. You'll have your moments of messing up, but self discipline will be your vice, trust me, you can beat it!

A month after my surgery they built a Carlo's Bakery (Cake Boss) close to me, can you imagine the battle that was going on in my head. I asked my Dr. if I could have a bite of a cupcake, due to the special occasion. His response: " Are you able to walk in and smell everything, without feeling compelled to eat the sweets? If so, sure you can go." Discipline takes time to build and you will get there. Don't beat yourself up, just know there are better things to eat, things that will benefit you more and will not cost moments of shame or guilt.

I am now able to visit the shop and eat just a small cookie, and I'm out. Samples, are Heaven!