I need a little boost and kick in the caboose.
Well I had my surgery Feb 19, I have lost 80 pounds. I feel so much better. I can actually move again. I don't feel like a ball with arms and legs. But, I am starting to get back into my old habits. I can eat anything that isn't to solid. ie, candies and goodies. I was hoping I would develop dumping so I would have to leave them alone. I keep reminding myself that the surgery was only a tool to help with the weight loss, not an end all. I haven't lost more than 5 pounds in four months. I was losing inches for a while, but that has stopped also. I have made an effort today to leave the goodies alone. For the longest time, I would seek out a full size mirror. I still want to look, but the desire is almost completely gone. I was talking to another surgery friend the other night and it occured to me that it is sad to think that I know I can eat a whole candy bar. I shouldn't know if I can or not. I try to remind myself that we are only human. I am determined to get control over the grazing. I say why why why all the time. I am not hungry when I grab it, I am possessed. I seek out food. I have become a food horde. There is more food in my desk than ever before. I keep thinking what if I get hungry? Please advise my dear friends. I want to make this thing work. I would love to stay healthy forever and for goodness sakes, get under a size 18!
Beebe,
I've been grazing the last few days due to high stress here. What a shock it was to realize I was doing it. I'm working hard to get back on track and trying to go for a walk, grab some water etc., when the urge to nibble sets in. I still don't know if I dump and I try to keep that fear solid in my mind. I do eat a bite or two of a goodie when Hal has something, but other than that NO high sugar items for me. My grazing has been carbs the last few days.
One of the nutritionist at Kaiser recommended to a support group that individuals who were having problems staying in control might want to seek out help from a doctor/psychologist who deals with compulsive overeating rather than one who deals with eating disorders (which are normally thought of as anorexia, bulemnia etc). I don't know if anyone in the group followed her suggestion, but it did make sense. They operated on our stomachs not our minds.
Do you attend a local support group? Do you feel comfortable discussing this with your surgeon or dietitian??? I just know you can turn this around. We're here if you need us.
Brain-storm what you can do to overcome the goodies...what can you substitute for the items ... an apple, some veggies, a walk.
I find as a pre-op that when I gave up bread, potatoes, rice, and pasta that the cravings that had been so strong almost totally disappeared. The last few days I have been hungrier than I have been in weeks. Well, it finally dawned on me why....those dreaded carbs were back in my diet. So I am working hard to now eliminate them again.
Sending you hugs and positive thoughts. Focus on your goals, set your course and work towards it. I know you will continue to succeed.
Mary
Thanks so much. I have been good today and yesterday. I try to get to as close to three hours between meals or snacks. The encouraging words are great to hear. I will be attending a weightloss meeting on Tuesday. Haven't been to one in a while due to work and school schedule. I need the boost and reminder why I had the surgery.
Hi,
My suggestion to you is when you feel like you want somthing drink water or crystal light, a youghurt or popsicle. It helps take away any feelings of sweet you might have. Although I have been lucky so far and I don't even want those things anymore, I think it's in my mind and I had alot of reading material and classes before my surgery with my surgeon and nutritionist. Also when you look in the mirror smile and be proud of the success you have had and will have in the future.
Good Luck, be strong,
Jill 
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