My 3.5 month truth= accountability. (long)

My 3.5 truth.

I started in May at 285lbs. Through the pre-op diet i was down to 265 by Surgery Day (9/25/12). Everything was great I was staying on plan and the support on here was AMAZING! Month 1.5 was perfect! Then I got off my antacid meds and the GERD started, I was gagging all the time and unable to get what I needed in without wanting to puke, and got sick at the same time. Back on the meds and GERD got better! :) But i was already off what i should have been doing, and have been off since. I'm not getting enough calories/protein/ or fluids. And I began to drink alcohol, a lot because I liked how quickly it hit me, then i'd feel sober that much quicker, no good. Still all the while losing weight, but i know it's not the right way. I've been struggling with a 2 month period and an almost just as long bladder infection.

This all sounds so negative, but to be honest, it's still the BEST choice I've ever made for my life! I am no longer diabetic, my blood pressure is perfect (i was 28 with a bp of 168/105), and I still feel so much better than I did before surgery. Not to mention going from 285 size 24 to 203 size 16/18 in 3.5 months is great for me! So I am going back to basics, buying protein shakes again, and through away the liquor. I'm going to set up a personal training session next week too and I'll be back on track. I think the most important thing is finding supports, getting on OH again and getting to meetings. Just wanted to share my raw experience so far.

thanks for reading

Sorry it has been so rough, just concentrate on the basics and the rest will follow, hang in there.

Oh Kristen, I really hope you kick that alcohol habit.  It is way to early to be drinking for many reasons.  It will not only stall your weight loss but it can because a serious transfer addiction.  Sounds like you are well aware that you want to make some changes.  Good for you!!!

You've got this; you can do it.  You've already come such a long way ... keep fighting the good fight!!!!

xo

I think with your alcohol consumption and all this early out, it would be a good idea for you to talk to a psychiatrist. There are many times when a new addiction comes because we can't fall back on old addictions. When I am in a funk (I have been in one for the last week.), I like to start the week off as a fresh start. Get back to tracking your foods and sticking to it. Definitely get to a support group. I didn't think they would help me, but it really is!

You've got the right ideas! Get set up with your trainer, get back to basics, and just give yourself a fresh start. Best wishes to you!

the first step is always the hardest..admitting you have a problem.  That means you're well on your way to enjoying the benefits of your sleeve even more.