Does anybody know of a WLS grad with a revision and BMI < 30?

Hi! I had my surgery in 2002.  I was 249 the day of my surgery.  I got down to 119 but I looked sick at that weight.  Now I am up to 165!!! I KNOW I am eating junk and the WRONG foods.  My head is still pre surgery which is why I am gaining!!!!  I eat to soothe stress.    Should i seek out a revision or someone that would put in a lab band or just go Back to Basics/5 Day Pouch Test?? ANY help is much appreciated!  I am really getting down on myself and I HATE to look in the mirror. Thanks in advance, Lorri

The best way I can think of to reply to your message is to point you here: http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/wls_grads/a,messageboard/b oard_id,5491/cat_id,5091/topic_id,3508012/action,replies/ and maybe here too: http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/wls_grads/a,messageboard/b oard_id,5491/cat_id,5091/topic_id,3502739/action,replies/ Angie

Angie

Thanks for the help.  I checked out the links and that is encouraging info to know that I am not alone!  I really appreciate your taking the time to write.   Have a wonderful weekend!

Lorri

Hi Lorri. I'm so sorry you're going thru a rough time right now. Have you been to see your surgeon to see if things are still functioning properly? What have they said about the weight gain?? You said you know you've been eating the wrong foods and emotional eating. Have you talked to a therapist about this? Also, have you tried going back to basics before? Its hard to say if something will work or not until you give it a try. I would think that your tool still works, but you said you haven't been working it for awhile now. I did the 5 day pouch test and it did help me to get my head back on straight and cut the severe cravings for bad carbs. This might be a place to start. If you think it sounds like too much to begin with, then try getting back to basics~push protein first, cut the bad carbs, no drinking 30min before and after meals, stop any grazing, push water (at least 64oz, but more if you can) and exercise several times per week.  And remember, you are still down 84lbs~you have to feel good about that!!! All is not lost. you got off track and now it sounds like you're ready to get back on track again. You CAN do this!!! Continuing support from support groups, here at OH, family/friends, etc is also important so don't be a stranger. there are lots of post op struggles~most of them we can help and encourage each other thru! ((((((HUGS))))))

Tracy Thanks for the kind words......I think i just may do the 5dpt or the back to basics.  I am always making up crazy "rules" to follow, like, "oh, this week i will eat whatever I want but I will stop at such and such calories...." or   "ok, this week i will just eat everything I want except candy".....I know, sick huh?   This board is great and what a wonderful feeling to have such great people to help!!! ((((((((HUGS)))))))) to you too! I will let you know how it goes......I will start Monday (I hope) 

I'm so excited for you!! You're going to do really well, I can tell!!! I know what you mean about the crazy things we try to talk ourselves in to~I believe those crazy things were what lead me to weighing 328lbs!!! Sticking to a sensible plan is what will carry you for the long haul!  Good Luck!

Tracy I can't picture you at 328!  I have seen your posts so many times before (when I was just browsing the site) and i remember you because I have always admired you.  You seem like you have it together.  You look like the picture of health.  I hope it is ok for me to say that.  I know you must struggle like we all do, I just remember seeing your posts before and thought that I would like to be able to be like you. Lorri

Oh Thank You! You are too kind!!!!!  Yep, I do struggle like everyone does, but I try to keep it within reason (if that makes sense, LOL). I allow myself to bounce around in the 150's and when I get to the higher end, like I did l last week~EEEKKK~I cut way back and pay attention!!! It definitely is a struggle though! I have my before pics on my profile if you want to take a look.  Again,  thank you for your kind words!!! I hope to see you around here often!!!

Don't hope, girl...  DO! If you honestly want it, just do it. The only obstacle you have is you. Once you make a true commitment with yourself, you just have to remind yourself that you'll need: PATIENCE (one day at a time... it is the only way it'll happen) PERSEVERANCE (don't give up) DISCIPLINE (because discipline is remembering what you want) DETERMINATION (which will get you to your goal) It took me a while, but I finally got it... I mean... REALLY got it.  And so I'm finally truly on my way.  It may not be easy all the time, but it's not impossible.  If you truly want it, you can do it.  And if you do it, you will get there. All you have to do is honestly take control. Good luck. Angie

Angie Thanks for the great information and I like what you said about one day at a time.  I can think of so many times where I may be getting dressed to go to a party or social gathering etc. and i think to myself, "Man, if I would have started to change my eating habits 6 months ago (or whenever) I would be much thinner by now"  (as I kick myself). Sometimes I think I hate myself.  but I know God doesn't make junk and if He loves me, surely I can love myself. Anyhow, I really appreciate your advice. Thanks Angie!!! Lorri