I feel pretty normal...

So the first 6 months was quite a roller coaster with eating habits, weight loss, emotions, etc. When I hit that six month mark something weird happened...I started to feel "normal" again. By normal I mean that things have sort of stabilized with the weight loss, emotions, and eating habits. This is a good thing. But... (there's always a but...) it seems like I'm more obsessive about tracking things than I was initially. Before I really only tracked protein - now I track calories, fat, carbs, fiber, and protein. Maybe I'm just concerned about re-gain? I guess I just feel like I'm tracking to the point of being unhealthy for my mental health. Anyone else experience this? I know I'm kinda rambling, but I just had to put some of these feelings down and see if anyone else can relate... Bekah

Well I think its a good thing....if more people paid attetion to what they put in their bodies maybe there would be less people in need of WLS??? If you are obsessing, maybe no such a good thing. I know for myself my life has a new focus, and I question the ingredients etc when offered something to eat. I need to make sure I take care of the new me, I worked hard to get here and Im keeping her as shiny and new as I can for as long as I can. Im not finished yet though...and I too am keeping track Becky

Good points. I'm trying not to obsess over it, but I NEVER want to go back to where I was so I guess I'm going a little overboard... I need to work on that. Bekah

Hey Bekah: I bet it is the fear of going back. Plus when you hang around OH, a lot of people are obsessing over fats, carbs, etc. so it is catching! At my 6 month appointment my nutritionist told me to get my protein in, keep my calories between 800-1,000 and to quit obsessing over the rest! (so your post kind of hits home with me). No great suggestions here. I've been trying to follow her advice and just focus on the protein and calories - except she did add that the fat probably shouldn't go over 40 grams! LOL Hopefully at 12 months this will all be second nature to us! hugs, judi

I'm hoping it becomes second nature. You're right - spending so much time on OH kinda perpetuates it, but I love the support so I'm not ready to give it up yet... If I continue with my obsessive behavior I might have to take an "OH Break" but I hope it doesn't come to that! Thanks Judi - I'm glad I'm not alone... Bekah

Bekah, I think you are doing absolutely fantastic!!! I don't stress to much on anything but my protein..i think i have become a protein addict and protein pusher....LOL>..... if you don't see me walking around with one of my bottles there must be something wrong with me....LOL Keep up the good work girl (i just love ya!!!!!!!) Crystal

Thanks Crystal - love ya too! Just out of curiosity what is your typical protein intake/goal for the day? I have been typically doing between 80 and 100. Bekah

I GET in 90-100 grams a day....... Crystal