Got word today that a very close family member passed away unexpectedly. I popped open an Angry Orchard and drank it, afterwards I put it into my food log app and saw that it took me over my carb intake for the day. My intitial reaction was to beat myself up. Then the lightbulb in my brain went off and I realized it was fixable. After dinner I walked an extra two miles to burn it off. Ultimately I will never be perfect at this but a slip up isn't a reason to give up, you just have to do what you can to move forward. This page really helps me to stay on track and accountable.

Basically it's like the pre surgery diat but not as strict for as long. Day 1 clear liquids, Day 2-3 full liquid, 4-6 pureed food, 7-9 soft foods and 10 forward healthy foods. All of the advice listed above to go along with it.

Hi all. It's been several years since I posted. I'm 7 years out from surgery. I originally lost 112 lbs but have gained about 35 back...20 of it in the last 3 months. I'm very frustrated and discouraged. I decided to come back here for support and advice. I moved across the country in February and I think the whole change drug me away from my focus. I am currently doing the controversial 10 day reset. Not so much to shrink my stomach but to refocus on the basics. I work a lot and don't have time to exercise (yes biggest excuse ever) so I have started walking the 4 flights of stairs to my office instead of ever taking the elevator and I walk for my lunch break. I know the biggest issue is that I gave into my carb addiction and stopped worrying about my protein intake. I guess I'm just saying hi and looking for a bit of encouragement.

I am 20 months out of surgery and have totally gone off the path.  I have lost 102 lbs which is great and I am not complaining but my eating habits are horrible.  I find myself always hungry.  I am not sure if its head hunger or real hunger but I swear my stomach feels empty.  I havent started gaining anything back but I am certainly not losing any more either.  I dont exercise, take my vitamins or drink nearly enough water.  UGH...I want to do the right thing I really do.  I have been through too much and worked too hard to fail at this now....nightime eating is the WORST.  Please give me tips and words of wisdom on how to get back on track before I start gaining.  Thank you all!!!

Hi all, hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving.....I am feeling frustrated with the amount of my weight loss.....I know I know we all lose at different rates and I shouldnt be comparing to anyone else....I had my surgery August 26 and have lost 40 lbs since then it just seems to be coming off soooo sllllooooowwww.  I look in the mirror and all I see is the same fat ole me.  I know there are things I could be doing more of....exercise, getting more protein.....its just SO hard to find the time for a set exercise routine.  I try with the protein I really do but there are days it just doesnt happen.  I know I am looking for an instant fix and its just not gonna happen UGGH thanks for listening just had to vent....

Tanya

Absolutely beautiful!!!  Congrats to you....BTW I love the blue and black dress!!!

I have one but dont know how to get it on my posts lol.  Suggestions would be great....I am clueless with this site.

I took my blood pressure medicine up until the day of (not that day though) and PRAISE  God I have never had to take it again!!!.... Is there an emergency number on the answering machine at your surgeons office?  Maybe you can call the local ER and ask the Dr there on call.  Good luck


Tanya

LOL I guess my tweezer picking days are over.  I will give her a call tomorrow.  Thank you for your replies.

It was 80% of the stomach Hayley and she said 4 to 6 oz within the next 6 months.  Right now I am consuming 400-600 calories a day.  She said that the standard size they use is the 50F.  It was a military surgeon at a military hospital.  So of course they do not specialize in WLS.  I have talked to others who had their procedure done there and had lots of good luck with it.  I am so concerned about the long term now though.

Thank you Jennifer....I will give it a shot....I tried all day to choke down the same protein drink and only got about half of it down today....it was 30 grams total so I got about 15 in.....I tried the Yoplait  Blueberry today and liked it....I made the mistake of trying the Chobani Vanilla flavor and OMGo**** was horrible...it ruined me on the rest of the flavors...I will try it again next week....thanks  again.

Great weight loss!!!!  Congrats on your Victory!!!  Too fast .......as long as you are doing what he told you then I wouldnt think you have anything to worry about....i think its wonderful...did he tell you to change anything about your diet when you were there today....I would say keep up the great work....  Opened your incisions ummm OUCH  sounds painful....hopefully they will heal up for you now....Well congrats again...have a great night.


Tanya

Thank you....is the unjury available in stores or just online?  Have you all found that you lose weight faster when you are getting the protein in that you are supposed to?