My restriction ceased over time. Honestly, for me it there were a couple of things that contributed. The first is medications I was on up until recently. 2 out of the 3 I take have the side effects of weight gain, increased appetite and slowing metabolism. I found this out from my PCP. The prescribing doc agreed to me coming off those meds for those reasons and also because I feel (and am showing) I can manage my symptoms without them now. I am a few years post-op now but the regain started about 2 years ago for me. My advice is to stick to a plan. As Roz says, stay away from the bad carbs. That was my downfall!

I am happy to say that I am down 6.6 pounds! Yes, possibly some water weight but right now I'll take the scale moving in the right direction as good news. :)

Hey there! Getting back on track hasn't been easy but I am getting there day by day. I have to contend with a granddaughter and teenage daughter who love their sweets... then again, so does hubby. Thankfully hubby has given up on sweets for Lent so I've got a cheerleader of sorts in my corner right now. Interesting you bring up about being constipated. That's always been my issue but if I don't get enough fiber and drink my water. Maybe time to have a talk with my doc about it a bit more.

I don't have any thoughts on the H-pylori... sorry. I do wish you the best and sending you positive, healing vibes from Jacksonville!

So, how is everyone doing with 'getting back on the wagon'? I was inspired by all of your comments, and I'm also trying to jump start my weight loss! I've regained 20 lbs - which is nearly half of what I lost to begin with (as a lightweight) I have been so disheartened since Dr. K told me I am a super-absorber, although I had already figured that out. I only take vitamins twice a week now because I had toxic levels on my annual labs last year. That was 6 months ago, and my levels are all perfect now. I absorb every speck of nutrient/fat/carb that goes in my mouth. No gas issues. Ever. No diarrhea. Always constipated...I'm sure not the typical DSer!

Anyway, I've looked into getting a revision of my sleeve, but just found out I'm positive for H-pylori. My GI doc started me on the antibiotic regimen for 2 weeks which is making me horribly sick. I know others who have had it, but don't know anyone that got sick from treatment. Since 80% of people have it and don't know it, I'm not sure if I should put myself through 2 weeks of nausea, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Any thoughts??

Hi Guys,

MENU: (DS Maintenance Mode)
Pre-B - protein coffee (30g)
B - protein coffee (30g)
S - celery w/peanut butter
L - protein shake (60g)
S - small popcorn
D - white chicken chili
S - snack size popcorn

VITES:
morning batch: done
calcium batches:
evening batch: done
heme iron: done

MILES:
a little walking and stairs

It's great to have support like that, I agree. Good job!