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@Creekimp13 I guess nothing has changed on this site. People judge food choices, goal weight, current weight, weight regain or revision. They judge how you work your own plan. I've been judged here because I enjoy sports (running, biking and hiking) If I never had surgery and enjoyed sports would I still get the same negative judgment? It's weird how judgmental some people can be.

I don't have experience with hypothyroidism. 55 pounds is fantastic. Try not to compare your weight loss with other people. I know it hard, but it will drive you crazy. Many of us are slow losers'. Its no how fast you lose its the fact you are losing weight. I hope someone can share their experience. Hang in there😊

when was your surgery?

@JazzyJess20 Take things one food stage at a time. When you get to maintenance phase, your dietician will give you a new plan. You will be surprised that many things are not off-limits. Wow, you had surgery on 3/22 ? How are you doing?

It's ok to distance relationships if they are not supportive. You had a lap band years ago, right? Were people supportive then? Did you get your surgery date for the sleeve yet? The only person that has to be happy with your medical decision is you. Don't waste you time or energy trying to educate someone who is against bariatrics. I hope you don't feel ignored on this site. You have 26 posts. Give it time, post more and ask questions.

You look so great in the dresses. Congratulations.

I weigh in the morning out of habit. It's a quick check to stay within my maintenance range. I have no need to log my weight. Life is normal the thrill is gone.

@creekimp13 I must be missing something. I've seen many food confessions. Most of us have been honest about bad days and food choices. Some people have a fabulous metabolism. They can work a more moderate or slack program and still lose or maintain weight. Some have more risk factors for weight gain, They may have to follow a strict program. Years out, I don't think anyone cares how I eat.

I hope you get your date in June. One of the best gifts out of surgery was overcoming my stress eating. I now think of food as health and fuel. I was surprised that nutrition is still flavorful and delicious.😁 Energy, health, confidence, keeping up with the family, doing many things that my body could not do.

@Keatsy When was your surgery? I had the sleeve. It took time to figure out my sensation of full. I don't think my experience was much different than any other types of surgery. I still have times of hunger and cravings. I had to find ways to manage them and lose weight.

@meggie 111 You are not alone in having a gain. Your team is there to help. Give them a call. They will decide if a revision is right for you. A weight gain can be worked back down. I agree with @catwoman7 Get temptation food out of the house. Buy groceries that fit your eating plan, Log your food (stay within your weight loss calories, protein, carb, and fat goals) Find a way to manage stress/emotions without food. Keep healthy options for sweet and salty cravings on hand. Years out, I miss tight stomach restriction. Some things that help manage my hunger. I fill my extra sleeve space with low calories foods at each meal. I detox off real sugar and extra carbs. ( I'm not a carb aphobic) For my body to drop weight I stay in a carb range. low glycemic carbs work for me. Be consistent not perfect. Healthy is the goal, right? Many people on this site will help you get back on track.😀

Show me yours and I’ll show you mine. Make your walk about the photo opportunity. I would love to see the amazing places you live in or travel to. Post them!!!!!

Happy anniversary!

@anniedebbie Congratulations on your surgery date. SIx years out, living healthy has become habit.😁 . There is no weight loss surgery secret. Follow your surgeon and dietitians plan. Be consistent not perfect. This can be done long term

@BayougirlMrsS It's not just you making post's like this. We are are all entitled to an opinion or rant. It's ok to disagree. We had weight loss surgery because of after own struggles with weight, RIght? We are here for support. I hope anyone struggling with weight gain stays on the site.

Many of us had pre surgery anxiety. It made me question if this would work. I don't regret my decision to have WLS. My experience six years out, maintaining has been easier after surgery. It's work to change old behaviors and making healthy choices a long term habit. I maintain a ten pound weight fluctuation up and down the scale. Years out, working off a gain is painfully slow.

Happy Sunday! 6 year sleeve anniversary. Quick photo before my morning run. Still keeping the weight off.

I'm a bit late - June 2020. Today is my 6th year out from surgery. I eat mainly healthy, indulge within reason and exercise. I maintain a ten bound bounce range up and down the scale. It works for me. Life is normal😁

It's not up to anyone here to say you are at a healthy weight or underweight. You know your body best. Advocate for your medical needs. Annoy them with phone calls. Get second opinions. Some things to try: Weight gainer shakes add whole milk - available on amazon or GNC. powdered carbs (mix in water) available on amazon or GNC. Nut butters are high in calories. If your surgery restriction is still tight, Eat several meals all day long to get your calories in. Best of luck, Keep us updated.

All plans are different. When in doubt, contact your dietician or look at your bariatric food stage paperwork.

Congratulations on all your hard work. Some of my favorites are at albertsons. Fresh meat case has seafood, poultry, beef pork. Items in the meat case are already seasoned You can buy in single servings and cook at home. Beautiful chicken parmesan. Asparagus stuffed chicken breast. Swordfish, ceviche, great cuts of beef. My quick proteins - Low to no cook days photos below Lots of meal combinations - Be creative. Cubed Turkey salad with sliced strawberries, pecans and skinny girl raspberry vinaigrette Beef fajitas no tortilla or if allowed on your plan rotisserie chicken wrapped in sliced zucchini add enchilada sauce. Serve with a side of riced cauliflower Sliced Turkey, steamed veggies Smoked salmon salad

Talk with your surgeon. Ask about gerd. tell him/her about your history of heart burn.

see link below https://www.bariatric-surgery-source.com/gastric-sleeve-vs-bypass.html I am a sleeve almost 6 years out and maintaining. Less invasive and less chance of dumping syndrome. No complications.

Thank you for these responses. Truly. I’m asking myself (and others like you who have been through this) these tough questions because like most, I assume, I have doubts about maintaining. I’m not sure I have the will to eat so little... forever. I absolutely admire those who do. But I find myself wondering if they are simply more disciplined than I am. I’m going to do some more reading about how the surgery “resets” metabolism. Easy to say but what does it really mean and how does this happen? While I understand the removal of the part of the stomach that creates a hunger hormone I’m not sure how it’s all reset for the better since you immediately move forward by eating so little and it seems hunger does eventually return. Yes, I will be talking to my surgeon and dietician. As a matter of fact my husband is an excellent internal medicine doc so I have the “ medical” resources handy. I also know their insight can’t compare to those who have lived it. So thank you so much. incidentally, on the HCG diet forum 10 years ago everyone thought it all worked so well and was a huge gift, reset etc too. Now it’s been recognized as a significant detriment to long term heath. So I’m determined to make sure long term living in the real world is possible. __________________________________________________ Is anyone here 10 years out and successful? Again, thank you greatly! Most long term surgery patients have no need for site. They have moved on and life is normal. I hope one is around to answer your question. Surgery isn't for everyone. enjoy researching and do whats best for you, Long term can be done. I will be 6 years out in June, 254 lbs to 130 lbs I've been maintaining in the 130's years out. Pre surgery: My past diets attempt's were not realistic or sustainable long term. I would regain with extra weight each time. I questioned if surgery would work, will i feel deprived/starving, would I regain, would I regret this? Surgery is nothing like my past diet attempts. (I've tried them all) My experience I have no regrets in my decision to have surgery. Hunger feels nothing like before surgery. Post-op It's manageable. I now have a sensation of full and I'm satisfied on the amount of food I can eat with the sleeve. First stages: Your stomach restriction is tight after surgery, Your stomach is healing and calories are low, Real food stage: Surgery restriction will slowly relax. You will be able to eat more food and calories. Food is still flavorful and I don't feel deprived.( I eat healthy versions of pizza, hamburgers etc ) My tasted buds have changed. I now love food that I didn't like in the past. Maintenance phase food plan: After you reach your goal weight, You increase calories, fats and carbohydrates to stop your weight loss. I indulge within reason. When I have a slight gain, I go back to weight loss phase calories to stay in my weight range.

Best advice ever. Congratulations and thanks for sharing your experience,