Disgusted with Myself

[BetsyB 9]

The mind stuff is hard to tackle--but really, it does improve when you have restriction. There is just something about knowing that a food won't work for you that makes it far less appealing. food really does take a different place in your life--it's not at the forefront any longer.

That said, it's really important that you rein in your impulses as you approach surgery. Your liver needs to give up as much glycogen (stored carbs) as possible before surgery so that it is easier to maneuver around.

You can do it--just a few more days! It sounds as though you've gotten right back on track, so don't dwell too much. Just make good choices from here on out.

ETA:

I have read that the first few weeks after the surgery are difficult too but knowing that I PHYSICALLY will not be able to eat will help me.

It's probably a good idea to prepare yourself for the possibility that you WILL be able to eat fairly freely postop. Most people do not experience significant restriction until they've had 2-4 fills.

That said, some of us DO tell ourselves, "Nope, can't have that!" and lose really nicely during this phase, never the wiser. (If we don't try Froot Loops, we don't know that they can go down, kwim?) I tell myself, during this limbo of not-quite-restriction, that just 'cause I can eat doesn't mean I should.

Edited May 6, 2010 by BetsyB

[kerri76 0]

Thank you to everyone for your replies and words of wisdom! I made it through today successfully and UNDER my 800 cal limit! It feels good to say that! Thanks again!

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