Question:
Is it possible to still lose weight 3 years out

I am 5'2 and started out at 310lbs got down to 195..after about 9 months, havent lost a pound since. have been struggling, to lose another 40-50 lbs..but now 3years out have started to gain, I am back up to 210..why have I failed at this and is it still possible lose the weight ive gained and get to my goal?? Help please I am so depressed.    — lechell (posted on December 6, 2009)

December 6, 2009
Yes, it is always possible to lose weight, based on diet and excersise. Just as it is always possible to gain weight based on how you are eating.
   — Andrea_1972

December 6, 2009
You are not a failure, so get that out of your head! Use your tool. Plan out your meals. If you have to, start off with a 2 week liquid diet, then ease back into the solid foods, just as if you had just had your surgery. Get rid of all contraband foods, breads, sugars, high carb high fat snacks. Remember you must keep hydrated to lose weight. Protien and water first, then veggies, whole grains, fruit for dessert! Stay away from processed foods as much as you can. Exercise if you aren't already. You can do it! I fell off the wagon for a few months and gained back some weight. I was very depressed. Then something wonderful happened and I got back on the plan and I have lost 12 pounds in 2 weeks! Wow! Now, I know it won't be that much for the NEXT two weeks, but I am on my way! You can do it too, and depression is a symptom of obesity you know. Lack of movement, dehydration, and blood sugars all out of whack cause certain types of chemical depression too.
   — cydthekid50

December 6, 2009
You still have the tool you need to lose more weight and achieve your goal. I'm 3 1/2 years out and gained about 40#. I went on the 5 day pouch test-it helps break any bad habits you've returned to-cutting carbs being the biggest one to break. It might take a little longer to get the weight loss going again but it is possible. I've lost 26# of the 40 I gained back. You have to work the program, just like AA. We're addicted to food and must return to making healthy and wise choices to achieve success. www.5daypouchtest.com will give you the info needed to get your tool working for you again. Good luck.
   — babs71958

December 6, 2009
ok deep breath. You are fine. You are more important then your weight. Now cut the carbs not so easy but to lose weight very important. Cut the soda if you have slid back to diet soda. Lots of protien, lots of fruits and veg the first two weeks are hard but then you get back on track and it is ok. you weight will come down as long as you stick to this. Lots of water, take you vitamins. Don't eat too little. sugar free jello and pudding, sugar free popsicles help with the need for sweets. Salty nuts for salt cravings. Jerky is great for the snacky feeling. Meat rolled around cheese instead of a sandwich. It is hard to do but well worth the outcomes. Take care of yourself you are precious
   — trible

December 7, 2009
I had vgb surgery 16 1/2 years ago and lost about 115 lbs. during the initial 18 months. I then began to lose and gain up to about 20 lbs. for several years. About 5 years ago the weight gain began to increase and reached 45 lbs. by last winter. In March 2009 I firmly decided that I did not go through all the struggles with surgery 16 yrs. ago for naught. It was at that time that I began to exercise more vigorously (joining a Gym by April) and monitored my food intake more diligently. I was then able to lose about 35 lbs. by September. It is still a struggle and I guess it always will be--but I must say that I am 46 yrs. old without any issues with cholesterol, hypertension, or diabetes. My primary issue is with feeling tired. Additionally, I been able to instill in my 7 yr. old daughter healthy eating and lifestyle habits.
   — Elinor