3 1/2 Years Post-Op and Gaining -- HELP!!!

I had open-RNY surgery in November, 2002. That makes me 3 1/2 years post-op! WOW, where has the time gone? I have found that I am able to eat more then I think I should be. I haven't been keeping myself accountable and it has shown. I have really let emotional eating take over for me in the last 8 months as several (and I mean several) stressful events have happened in my personal and family life. I eat when I'm anxious, sad, stressed, worried and even when I'm happy. It doesn't matter if I'm not "feeling" hungry, I find myself grazing. In fact, when I think about how I never reached my goal and how I've gained weight, it only makes me feel like I want to eat. And exercise? What's that? I haven't exercised since February. My original weight loss goal may have been a tad unrealistic, however I didn't maintain the awesome weight loss I achieved... I've gained about about 20 lbs. back of my original 140 lb. loss!!! And now instead of being 20 lbs. away from my original goal... I'm 40!!!! That is simply unacceptable. I need help! I've run out of ideas for meals. I can't eat fish, and I RARELY eat beef. In fact, today was the first time in a long time that I've had beef and I ended up getting nauseaus on it!!! I need ideas on a daily eating plan for someone who eats mostly eggs, chicken, turkey and cheese. If anyone has some sample, daily meal plans to go off to kick start my weight loss again, PLEASE HELP! I'm SO desperate at this point... I feel like a sinking ship! Heidi Open-RNY 11/8/2002 305/183/140

I'm in the same boat Heidi I am po 4 years tomorrow. I started at 380 lbs, got to 189 and now i'm 236 and cant budge I eat right I exercise daily I drink water My body wont go back to 189 HELP me too.

I use www.fitday.com to track my intake. I also keep several sample meal plans in a planner form. The file opens with MS Excel. If you want me to email you the planner, just drop me a message at my personal email. Karen G Email: [email protected]

I am 3 years post-op, and I would love to see your planner. I'm always looking for new ideas. Thanks, Betsy

Hi Karen can i please have a copy of your planned meals. Thank you.

oops Karen forgot to give my e-mail [email protected]

Hi Karen, I am 2 1/2 years post op and I am nervous that I may be starting to eat too much too. Could you please email me the planner? [email protected] Thanks so very much! Kim

Gee, Heidi, you could have just described me as well. I'll be 3 years out in September, and I'm not doing well at all. I too have gained about 22 pounds since my lowest post-surgery weight, and I'm not a happy camper at all. But also, I feel at a loss to control myself, as well. It's very difficult right now, and I agree, stress makes it much worse. My job has been terribly stressful lately, and all I want to do is shove food in my mouth - and not good food either! I really do know what I need to do - eat mostly protein, lower carbs, and drink a ton of water - but do you think I can make myself do it? I'm not in a good place right now. I'll be anxious to hear the responses you get here. I know that I really need to get hold of myself, but it's a major struggle. Thanks for posting, and sorry I had no help to offer. At least you know you're not alone! Carlita

Hi Carlita I know what to do also, lol, and i'm doing it, plus regular excerise, however, i've gained back 40 lbs and those 40 lbs wont leave me no matter what. I'm so depressed i've cancelled getting married this year. I wont go down no aisle unhappy with my appearance. Now that's depressed :( Cheryl

Thank you for your message. It is nice to know I'm not alone... I just wish there was a solution for all of us so that none of us had to go thru this! Heidi