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I had RNY 17 years ago and even though I have not gained all my weight back, I have gained! I am looking for recommendations for a surgeon in TN that performs revisions. I have called Knoxville, Vanderbilt, and Memphis and they say they don't perform them. My surgeon has retired. Thanks for any help!
Hi,
I was wanting to see how your revision went? I hope you are doing well.
Thank you- Teresa
I understand. I have even gone back to Jenny Craig, and Nutri System... but the foods are not really good for me -lots of carbs, not enough protein. Very frustrating. But I refuse to give up. I need to beat this battle and I truly believe it is a lot of work in the mind - my over eating really stems from mindless eating and eating out of certain emotions. It is not necessarily what I eat, but rather why, when and how much.
Hang in there. Stop the gaining if you can. That is a great first step. At least it has been for me.
Thank you! I will look for you on IG!
Unfortunately I also have a big weight gain after exactly 10 years. I can't find a good dietician. They suggest eating carbs etc. crazy. But I only get full with carbs.
Hi Gallerygal,
I also had rny in 2007. I also had some regain about 3yrs ago and was able to get a hold of it . If you like you can follow me on IG and we can connect.
@mariag_yourhealthcoach
I am in your boat!!! I had my Roux-en-Y on 06/29/10. My lowest weight was 141. I am currently 47 years old and post-menopausal. I don't eat a lot but not eating the correct foods and liquids. No sugar at all, because I still get sick. I am currently back to 205pds and 50 of it has been since the pandemic started. Today is the first day of my pouch reset. I am going by this diet, which was our diet when we first had surgery. https://www.lasvegasbariatrics.com/the-bariatric-pouch-reset /?fbclid=IwAR0of0vsjAY7YMTgLm8-DHZcZ7Ka5BQ-46Q1LijfbmVJ50wqK 7OJXqWH9Z8
No more fried foods, no more foods high in fat, no more simple carbs, and no more alcohol!!! I'm going to give it a solid 6 months to see if it works before considering a revision. It's now 12pm and I'm so hungry. It's clear liquids only day. I have to retrain my brain not to eat when I'm not hungry and not eat while sitting in front of the TV. Good luck.
I have a Facebook page if you would like to follow. @andreawls
I am so glad to hear this!!! She is wonderful. Good luck!!
Thank you for the info on the dietitian! I have a appt with her next week!
I'm going to throw out a couple ideas for you to research/try while you are in this "waiting room." Neither requires a specific diet so you would be able to maintain the portions you think are working for you.
The good thing is neither will cost you anything except dedication to them. each can be as flexible as YOU need it to be.
The first is a tip given to me 25 years ago-will be on Oct 31st-, by my nutritionist/ counselor after my surgery.
(BTW my diet is 90Gm protein minimum, Carbs daily standard goal no more than 50, set w/surgery)
Nutritionist/lifestyle coach said...Do a brief exercise when you get out of bed (to boost your metabolism-for the day he suggested 15-20 min), one after mid day , and another before /at bedtime (to boost metabolism and burn more calories during part of sleep cycle)..doing your total exercise amount in 1/3 amounts each time.
I was doing the prescribed amount of exercise but this gave me the boost i needed.-maybe it will help you . I began adding isometrics to my night routine..In isometrics one tenses the muscles in sets, slowly holds for a count off 3 or 5... then slowly releases and repeats x 5...I begin at feet and do feet and ankles then calves, then upper thighs.. all way to neck and head. i do mine on the bed.and am sleepy and tired after...so assist me into sleep.I now have a series of back strengthening exercises i do to maintain alignment with them all of them together take 7-8 minutes.
The second thing you might try investigating is the cycle of your eating. There is a method of eating all food consumed in a short span of time..it is SAID to increase fat burning.and boost stem cell production.. There are several doctors have you tube video's on it. Look up" Intermittent fasting for beginners..What you need to know." Each Doctor has a slightly different take, so check out a couple of them... . i would suggest to watch what one of the Doctors/clinics has to say on the subject-with their methodology..and then choose one that has an idea how to best implement for your schedule and lifestyle/ for trying..
I have not been intentionally doing it but my husband has had good loss with it 3x a week.He generally fasts 14-18 hours and just has a cup of coffee and ice or lemon water/unsweetened. until time to break his fast. We eat early about 5p.. so by 6am is well into the 13th hour.
My Brother uses this method and has had some success with it. he has an impossible diet. foods he is allowed to eat on one part of his Rx'd diet he can not have on the other one.. they are total opposites. he would qualify for ice water only if he maintained both diets.. he and his wife eat from 11am - 5 pm.
Hang in there and keep working and modifying your plan to what you find works for you..Know that there is an answer to your problem. Keep on Keeping on! Each of us / each body responds different. You will find what works for YOU with diligence.
