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Anxiety and Irritability
lightnfit replied to Brown Eyed Girl's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm sorry Theresa. It does get better. I had a horrible day today and did not eat like I should have, but I'll get back on track tomorrow. If it's not a passing thing, you might want to call where you had your surgery, if it's a major medical facility, and ask them for a therapist for you to see. I'm getting close to a year out. I look and feel great. It will be worth it. Hope you feel better soon! Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app -
One week post op, put potato chips in my mouth then spit out, same with peanuts, and some cheddar chip.
lightnfit replied to PinkyNC's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Pinky - please keep the goodies out of the house. It helps. Best to you. I'm going to order the book on dealing with emotions for myself. I've always had anxiety problems. I was sleeved 9/21/16 240 now 165 - 5 pounds from my goal Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Anyone lose more than 50lbs in this age group (over 60) ?
lightnfit replied to Reddrobin's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi Babs - have you looked into exercising in a pool. Don't know if you live in a city or not, but if there's a pool available, you can get a real workout in a pool exercise class. Congrats on the 60 pounds. That's nothing to sneeze at. Best to you. Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Anxiety and Irritability
lightnfit replied to Brown Eyed Girl's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Very interesting comments/answers. I was sleeved Sept. 2016 and am thrilled with the results; however, I am struggling much more with anxiety. I soothed myself with food most of my life. I'm seeing a therapist to help deal with some of the major stressors in my life and may try accupuncture. I'm really trying to eat right and exercise, but have had a few anxiety attacks. Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Concerned about Energy and Complications
lightnfit replied to Vivian Krueget's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Everybody worries before surgery. For me it's the best thing I've ever done. Start weight 240 ,now 9 months out 171. I look and feel great. Yes, low energy for 6 weeks - not eating much and recuperating from surgery, but wow, you should see me go now. Yes, I count calories and am vigilant about what I eat, but it's worth it. When I get off course with the eating, which I occasionally do, I jump back on course the next day. Good Luck! Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app -
NSV. Good bye forever. What your NSV?
lightnfit replied to opie7799's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Crossing my legs is great! Wearing shorts this summer is wonderful too - so cool. That airplane seat felt better too! Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Anyone lose more than 50lbs in this age group (over 60) ?
lightnfit replied to Reddrobin's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Mom2tess - I don't drink all the water that I'm supposed to. I get busy and forget. I also don't like plain water, so drink Crystal Light and other no cal non-carbonated drinks. I like the no calorie Arnold Palmers too. I do always get the protein in. I like tuna salad (I use canned tuna) and since I live on the east coast and shrimp is plentiful and fairly inexpensive, I eat a good bit of shrimp. As said before, I like eggs, and I like lowfat cottage cheese. Almost never eat beef. I drink wine, but always measure it. It is my weekness! Total deprivation does not work for me. I've learned the hard way. Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Anyone lose more than 50lbs in this age group (over 60) ?
lightnfit replied to Reddrobin's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi Mom2tess - I record calories on Fitness Pal. Try to stay 1000 to 1200 calories. I eat low carb. Some days a total bomb with calories, if something special going on. I wear a Fitbit - try to get those 10,000 steps in. I do Zumba usually 4 days a week. Fun exercise, if u like to dance. I have had several stalls. If I'm doing what I'm supposed to do, I do not worry about it. Weight loss very slow now. Weigh about 2 times a week. I still have a large appetite. Bummer! Favorite snacks Greek yogurt (Fit and Light - 80 calories, plus 1 tablespoon slivered almonds ), deviled eggs made with Hellmans light mayo, dijon mustard, no sugar added sweet relish, salt and pepper - very filling, and dry roasted almonds. Hope this helps! Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app -
Anyone lose more than 50lbs in this age group (over 60) ?
lightnfit replied to Reddrobin's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm now 62. Had my sleeve surgery 9/21/16. Starting weight 240, now 172. Goal weight 160. I'm the happiest I've been in years. Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app -
I bought size 12 petite shorts from Talbots yesterday. Sweet! And 1 pair was 40 percent off. Down 70 pounds and loving it. Sent from my SM-T550 using BariatricPal mobile app