Happy to be here!

Hi everyone. My name is Crystal and I had my bypass 6/14/06. I went from 310 to 175. I am currently at 195 and I'm really anxious to get it back off.

I'm married to another WLS patient (510 lbs to 250 to 310) who is also struggling to re-lose what he gained after breaking his back and being partially immobile for 6 months. (His surgery was 10/08/02 and his accident was in 2005.)

I had recently re-joined Weigh****chers to try to help keep me on track, but after reading the threads in this group, I realize that the WW program will not work for WLS patients as is. Not enough protein can be achieved and still be within the points allowed.

I'm excited to try the 5DPT and will do it very soon, hopefully with DH.  

I'm glad that this group is here and I'm looking forward to the info camaraderie I'll receive from it.   

Thanks!!! 

Hi Crystal and welcome to BOTT!
It's never too late to get back on track.  Some people really swear by the 5 DPT.  Good luck!  Make sure that you check in and write down everything that goes into your mouth, it really helps!
Deb

Give the daily BOTT - Cardio & Cafe message a try  It helps to renew my committment, determination, and dedication every day.   Also, create a new topic so we can share your journey.  Glad you checked in today. 

Hi Crystal,
Welcome to BOTT, you will find that the people here are awesome, they offer so much support!  When you are ready to do the 5DPT let me know, I was planning on doing it again, and would love to do it at the same time as someone else.  I always find it better to do it at the same time as someone else, the support is great!

Take care and have a great BOTTing day!

I'll be doing the 5DPT soon. Waiting for payday (10th) so that I can get the protein powder, etc. I'll let you know.