What do I do???

[Amy B. 0]

I had Gastric Sleeve 6/10 and did very well for the first six months. Down 62 pounds. I also have Rhuematoid Arthritis and was put on some medications with weight gain as side effects. Now I am 1 yr post op and I'm only down 45 pounds from my starting weight. Very depressed and feel like my stomach has stretched. I can eat way more that I should be able too. I have altered some of my meds and hoping that will help, but I feel hungry and crave things I never did! Help!!! What do I do if I am stretched, and how can I get back on track???

[Luanne 32]

Put "5 day pouch test" in the VST search engine. What kind of excercise do you do? Have you tried AquaticsWater Aerobics? My ankle was/is fractured so doing anything was out so this has been perfect (+ I LOVE the water!) for me...it would benefit your with RA = a win win! Good luck.

[MINI-Me 196]

You will definitely be able to eat more at a year out. I imagine your meds are to blame for some of your cravings and hunger. I doubt your stomach has stretched. However, what you are putting into it can make it appear like you have more capacity.

As for the meds - if you must take them, you must. But, you might want to check with your doctor to see if there are any alternatives.

Do you have acid reflux? A PPI is known to help people with "false" hunger.

As for your diet, what does a typical eating day look like for you. If you give us a true picture, I bet we can help find some "tricks" to help you out.

Good luck & thanks for checking in and asking for help. I love that about this board!

[thinoneday 445]

Yup definately do the 5 day pouch test, it's a pain, but sure does work. . it'll make you feel so much better too. I've started it on Tuesday and love it, so what i'm planning to do is this shake for Breakfast, shake for lunch, and lean cuisine for dinner. . absolutely no snacking especially at night. . drink tons of liquids especially Water and cut out sodas. . . those will kill you. . . good luck! P.S. I'm 18 months out, so if i can do this so can you!

[Amy B. 0]

Thank you for all the help. I'm getting that defeated feeling and I don't want that! I will definitely try the 5 day pouch test!