Hi Maureen. The first thing I'd say is to not waste any time with the pouch reset (just another fad diet), but you've already gone there and I'm glad it helped you. Anything that helps with the regain struggle and actually works for somebody is fair game in my book. Outside of eating disorders of course.

Sorry to be so late in responding but the fact that you started having dumping syndrome so far post op is a red flag to me, and I just wanted to urge you to run it by your doctor or surgeon. You probably already know that it's much more likely to stop the dumping farther out than it is to acquire it. Personally my own dumping has gotten more and more severe over the last 10 years but I've got medical issues. Just want to add my two cents because I think running it by a doctor you'll likely be found just fine. But I wish I'd had mine checked as soon as it worsened instead of just chalking it up to some delayed reaction to the surgery.

Maybe I'm reading incorrectly. I hope I am. Congrats on taking on your regain. It's hard when we get to the bigger numbers. Yes, I've been there and am back, but boy what a learning curve. Good luck to you, don't ever give up.

Hi! I am 9 years post-op RNY and I found myself falling back into (and picking up new) bad habits surrounding my eating. My starting surgery weight was ~325 lbs, lowest weight was roughly 175 lbs and I gained back 50 lbs (to 225 lbs). I'm happy to say that I am on my way back down the scale, weighing in at 207 lbs this week! My plan: 1500 calories a day, tracked by using MFP; 40% carbs (fruit, veggies, dairy, nuts and seeds, but very little grains and starchy veg), 30% fat (good fat mostly from nuts and seeds), 30% protein (all the usual suspects, but mostly Greek yogurt, chicken breast, and Pure Protein bars); I've completely cut out sugary/sweet tasting processed items (pastries, cookies, chocolate, also stuff that is labeled sugar free) no ice cream, no chips, no pop (diet or otherwise). I've consulted a bariatric dietitian at a local weight management clinic that is specialized in bariatric surgery and she said that I am doing everything correctly and at long as I'm satiated, my plan is perfect for me. Like I said, this is just what is working for me, your mileage may vary. :-) Cheers!

Thank you for your kind feedback. You are right of course, that it may not restore the pouch to original size, but it did give me a plan to get back on track. Someone else also suggested the protein first then non-starchy vegetables which I totally think is much simpler as stated above. For me portion control is the key, and staying away from sugar and trigger foods - just as you suggested.

Maureen

I hope you find the right answer good for you. I lost 130 in 2011 and kept if off until last year I had both knees replaced and it seems no matter what I do I cannot lose this 30 pounds I seemed to have gained. I was trying to follow WW and I do not think I am overeating but must be eating the wrong things or something. I am at a loss.....I have no idea what I am doing wrong, cannot seem to lose even a pound but I hope for you that it all comes off easily. Anyone else have the problem I am having??

JA,

Just checking in to see how you are doing. Getting back on tract is huge!!You would think that we would remember how hard it is and not let ourselves get there again!! Oh well, I guess that's why we need each other. I've been on and off the last few days. Food is all ready for tomorrow. Hang in there.

Maureen