DownsizingDonna

Totally agree with Amburmist. Speaking for myself, I have fruit, but try to stick with a low carb diet most of the time. I had WLS in 2011. I make bread/pasta substitutions whenever possible. Going out can be a challenge, but I don't beat myself up over eating carbs because I know that the portion size is not going to cause much damage.

It's normal to be nervous about any surgery. I wasn't a failure with the band until I needed emergency surgery to remove it. However, I did regain some, which I've lost with the bypass. Don't stress too much. It's worth it!

No regrets! It's way too soon. Any surgery is going to knock you out for a few days and more than likely a few weeks. Give yourself time. It takes time to get used to all the changes. Deep breath. Take it slow. Believe me, it's worth it and you will not regret it.

You look fabulous! But why give up a favorite hobby? Try baking things with nut flour or other types of things. Experiment! Make it fun to bake using healthy ingredients! Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

Your body is still healing from surgery. I don't think it's a stall, rather your body adjusting to the changes. Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

I have to be honest, I've never measured a full meal by the cup. I don't eat much to tell you the truth. I usually don't even finish what I put on my plate, but I would say that I probably eat about 2-3 ounces of solid Protein at a sitting, plus maybe a quarter cup of veggies and a small salad. As for the two kitchens, we have an apartment on the first floor of our high ranch that my grandmother used to live in. Never rented out after she passed, so I use that kitchen for cooking, but we both eat down there. Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

Breakfast is usually either a Protein shake with whey protein, unsweetened almond milk and fruit (strawberry/blueberry or cherry) or I'll have 1-2 eggs with bacon. Lunch is usually a dinner leftover. Or I'll make a deli meat roll up (ex, ham and cheese or roast beef with arugala). Snacks - almonds, fruit-watermelon, peach, apple, etc, cheese, Protein Chips (not big on the Protein bars anymore). Flavored coffee (Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Decaf, love it!). I add non dairy creamer. Dinner usually consists of a meat or fish Protein, vegetable and possibly a salad. Sometimes I make cauliflower meals, such as cauliflower pizza (I order the crust from Cali'flour - they're great!). I top with mozzarella and grilled veggies. Or I'll make fried cauliflower rice with chicken or shrimp. I actually love to cook, so I really don't get bored creating healthy meals. Sometimes my husband cooks - and he almost always makes a carb with the meal. Depending on what it is, I may eat it. (He makes the best homemade French Fries, lol). Since we both love cooking, we have separate kitchens! He loves cast iron. Too heavy for me. Crock pot cooking is great, too. My husband made a pork roast with sauerkraut and caraway seeds the other day that was delicious! Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

I have to say that at 1 1/2 years out of bypass surgery (6 years from band), my stomac measures how much I can eat without weighing. I keep track in my head to make sure I'm meeting my goals. Before surgery I could never have done that. Now I actually get a feeling of satisfaction and fullness. I try to do Protein first, then veggies, then healthy carbs. Recently went to Italy and ate more carbs in 10 days than I have in the last 6 years. Luckily, with all the walking we did, no damage was done. Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

Great attitude! You will be so happy! Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

Well, didn't say they were always happy about it, but my kids are grown now. My son is 26 and now him and his fiance live far away. He does love pasta! My daughter actually eats pretty much like I do, even when she moved out. She's back home now and really appreciates my healthy cooking. My husband is somewhat on the band wagon. But if they don't choose to eat what I cook, they can cook themselves or go out to eat, lol. And, agree that an athlete needs carbs for energy. Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

Same answer as jess9395. I mostly cook the same for myself and my family. They don't need the carbs either. Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

I had band to bypass revision surgery in March 2016. I had my band removed in December 2015. My insurance required a 90 day timeframe. It was as the previous person said - had to go through all the same testing as the first time around. But it was well worth it! Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

It is a chronic issue for me, so my doctor prescribed Linzess. Works very well. Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

It is extremely difficult to change old habits, but don't quit on the new ones yet! You have done amazingly well and this is just a small bump in the road. That's why they call it a journey. I am not in counseling, but I've been in support groups for several years. They help keep you accountable and make some great friendships. Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

Banded in 2011, lost 118 lbs. Had heartburn really bad, so I had emergency surgery to have it removed in 2015. Gained about 70 lbs back. Had a revision to bypass in March of 2016 and I am down 110 lbs from my highest. 120 lbs @ 4'10 1/2". I've lost almost as much as I weigh. I had a few complications at the beginning, but it has all worked out and it was well worth it. It's a totally different feel for fullness. I used to get the shoulder pain when I was full. This is like a regular full feeling. "Satisfied" with small amounts. Best decision. Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

I think it depends more on the insurance company than the doctor. At least that's how it worked in my case. Sent from my Z981 using BariatricPal mobile app

AGREE! Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

Highest weight was 231.8 Banded Oct 2011 - lowest weight was 112. December 2015 band was removed - weight was 179. Revision to gastric bypass on March 28th 2016. This morning I was 122.8. 10 lbs away from my lowest banded weight. Oh and I'm not quite 4'11". Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

Wow! You did a lot of work to get to where you are! Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

Have you been to a nutritionist? Preferably at your Dr's office so that they specialize in bariatrics? They would be a great help to getting you on track to your Dr's goals for Protein, carbs, etc. Water is extremely important (although I have a hard time getting it all in, too). And, of course, exercise. Maybe shake things up a little. Try adding something new each week so that it's not difficult. Good luck! Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

I have Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and have had no issues with this autoimmune disease since I had surgery in 2011. Just take thyroid medication like always. Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

I had lap and surgery in 2011 and revised to bypass in March 2016, so I am a veteran to this. #1 I would say that it may depend on the type of surgery you had. With lapband there were no foods that I was restricted from after two years and could drink as much Water as I wanted. At the beginning eggs and chicken breast were foods that I had problems with, but not by year two. Having had the bypass and still being under a year from that surgery, I do find a difference. The amount of food that I can eat is much less, as well as some textures. Hard foods and raw vegetables I avoid because I have a lot of scar tissue that causes it to be a problem. I have a hard time getting in my water now, too. Probably if I cut back on my coffee consumption I could get more water in (mostly decaf). Anyway, what you may consider "normal" is going to be your "new normal". Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

I love chocolate raspberry truffle Keurig cups. OMG it is sooo good. Have them everyday. I limit myself to one caffeine cup in the morning and depending on whether or not I'm working late or going out somewhere after work, I may have another one. Otherwise, I buy the same flavor in decaf and will drink that. I use non dairy creamer powder with no sugar or sweetener since the creamer has 1 gram per tsp. I count my creamers, which works out to about 12 grams per day. Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

Awesome! Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

I just recently made the cauliflower crust pizza and it was delicious. Only slightly different texture and taste, but not much. Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App