Question:
is it still possible to reach my goal after 4 years
I had a gastric bypass on 10/31/06, started at 310 got down to 205, back up to 230, is it possible to lose what ive gained and still get to goal..even after 4 years? — RENEEAL (posted on January 24, 2011)
January 24, 2011
I'm in the same boat as you. I'm so frustrated. I'm anxious to hear the
replies to this post.
— cathmeister
January 24, 2011
First, huge congratulations on your weight loss and for keeping it off for
four years!! You should be so proud of your accomplishment. You have only
put on 25 pounds and of course you can get that back off. Over time, we
all slip back into some old habits. You are smart to do something about it
while it is still a small number. Try going back on the eating program you
were on post surgery. High protein shakes, mostly liquid and very soft
foods. If you have stretched your pouch out some, this will shrink it
back. Drink lots of water, take your vitamins, and get plenty of exercise.
Try walking a mile a day to start, and this can be broken up into quarter
miles of necessary. Stay away from all sweets, high fat foods, and white
carbs. (rice, potatoes, breads). You will be surprised at how quickly you
can get this under control. Go into it with the same resolve you had the
first time. You can do it!!!
— Bonnie H.
January 24, 2011
I agree with Bonnie H. You can do it. You still have your tool. Remember
the things you were taught in the beginning. Lean protein, then veggies
last carbs. I also agree with getting your pouch to shrink. I have not
done the ten day pouch test but from what I understand, it is helpful. Try
to stay under 10 grams of sugar. Good luck and don;t give up!!
— Ladysmilesmuch
January 24, 2011
Bonnie said it all! My mentor told me to keep drinking lots of water.
— Muggs
January 24, 2011
Yes, I believe you can... one of the things a friend I mine did was the 5
day pouch test, it got her back on track and losing. You can find it on
www.lifeafterwls.com
— Kathleen O.
January 24, 2011
I will be 4 years out in April. I started at my highest 351 and my lowest
was 182 (though only for probably 1 minute. lol). I stayed around 186 to
188. Then last December 2009, I started gaining. Now I am up to 211.4. I
haven't changed my eating habits. It's almost like a switch was switched
and now no matter what I'm gaining. I need help Please ??? I'm curious
about the comments/answers you get. Good luck to you.
— GrammaAnn
January 24, 2011
There are two things to keep in mind. First, after time we all slip into
our bad habits that made us fat in the first place. Second, our metabolism
changes with age and it also gets used to routine and both of these things
cause it to slow down. You can battle both of these issues by doing what
has already been suggested by other posts. Go back to the basics, review
your dietary suggestions for post surgery. If you don't still have this
material you can contact your nutritionist or go online and look for post
bariatric diet plans, a good one is the 5 day pouch test. Lastly, sip,
sip, sip. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day helps to keep you
full and helps to wash the fat from your system at the same time helping to
prevent some absorption of the fat and calories you are currently
consuming. Congrats on your weight loss and good luck in getting back on
track!
— kittymama03
January 25, 2011
The most important things you have going for you is your desire, your
determination, and your brain. You can do anything you set your mind to.
The proof is the you're able to keep 80 lbs off. There are a lot who
couldn't do that.
Good luck.
— Kathleen W.
January 26, 2011
I'm in the same boat. Surgery Oct 26, 2005 went from 300 to 180 then was
back up to 220. I'm having a bariatric scan done next week to see what's
going on with my pouch/stoma. In the mean time the weight loss Dr. (not my
surgeon) put me on phentermine and I back down to 200 and still losing. If
there's nothing mechanicaly wrong unfortunately it means I've messed it up.
— Jennifer T.
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