NEVER eating a french fry again!

[jennifer4444 34]

Feel your pain. 3 bites of Chinese food (chicken nonetheless!!) new years eve and I wanted to die! Crazy! Live and learn I guess. Small price to pay for a healthier life!

[SeriouslyChange 319]

Tamales at Christmas had me very sick. Not worth it.

I understand I get cravings, salty, greasy foods were my vice before. I had a half a sweet potato fry a few days ago. Tasted okay. Inspired me to go buy a sweet potato and eat it lol

[Dreamingofhealth 223]

I have to say I do agree that we nees fo watch what we eat but may indulge every now and then. I am disappointed in myself tonight after weighing in at my Weight Watchers meeting and seeing that I GAINED .4 pounds. I feel like a failure because I'm only 5 weeks out. It's gotta be the carbs or something that I've been trying this week since starting solids. I just never thought I would gain at all for a very very long time.

I was wondering why you are going to Weight Watchers after your surgery? Is it so you stay on track and accountable? Good for you!

[puppyphat 397]

I never buy my own portion of junk food and I don't bring it into the house. If I'm at a party or out with friends or family, I'll indulge in a little of theirs, or have some potato chips or cold meats, but I can now stop at 1 or 2, where I couldn't before.

I am also at goal and working on maintenance. This makes a difference.

[missmeow 156]

Is this just an issue for new sleevers? I don't want a surgery that makes me vomit or **** uncontrollably whenever I eat a French fry or a shake. I don't believe in low carb for life (carbs in moderation) or no sugar ever. I don't eat fast food and don't plan on starting but the one fast food thing I do like is an in and out burger once in awhile or a cookie. I'm concerned with this thread and the dumping threads. I know if you cut out sugar for a long time out t can nake you sick with a full stomach so I'm wondering if its true dumping ot not bring used to those foods (shock to the system sort of thing)

[SeriouslyChange 319]

Is this just an issue for new sleevers? I don't want a surgery that makes me vomit or **** uncontrollably whenever I eat a French fry or a shake. I don't believe in low carb for life (carbs in moderation) or no sugar ever. I don't eat fast food and don't plan on starting but the one fast food thing I do like is an in and out burger once in awhile or a cookie. I'm concerned with this thread and the dumping threads. I know if you cut out sugar for a long time out t can nake you sick with a full stomach so I'm wondering if its true dumping ot not bring used to those foods (shock to the system sort of thing)

Honestly, everyone's different. Where some people drink coffee, 1 sip of coffee or iced tea will keep me up for 2 days. I can sip juices and eat carbs. I haven't tried a shake or ice cream, and I don't think I will for a long while but I foresee no problems.

It's best to think about these things carefully. I wanted dumping. I was going for RNY at first but my surgeon convinced me to get sleeved.

If you don't want to risk a chance of dumping, perhaps WLS is something you shouldn't consider.

[hinportland 83]

Is this just an issue for new sleevers? I don't want a surgery that makes me vomit or **** uncontrollably whenever I eat a French fry or a shake. I don't believe in low carb for life (carbs in moderation) or no sugar ever. I don't eat fast food and don't plan on starting but the one fast food thing I do like is an in and out burger once in awhile or a cookie. I'm concerned with this thread and the dumping threads. I know if you cut out sugar for a long time out t can nake you sick with a full stomach so I'm wondering if its true dumping ot not bring used to those foods (shock to the system sort of thing)

It really varies person to person, especially in the beginning. I could eat French fries with no prob at 2 weeks (not that I should be), but others can't tolerate them. No way to tell until after surgery. I think in time, though, most people can eat carbs again. My doc said there wasn't anything I couldn't eat within a few months. I love carbs, but for my health and happiness I'm willing to forego them for awhile.

[Catracks 865]

Is this just an issue for new sleevers? I don't want a surgery that makes me vomit or **** uncontrollably whenever I eat a French fry or a shake. I don't believe in low carb for life (carbs in moderation) or no sugar ever. I don't eat fast food and don't plan on starting but the one fast food thing I do like is an in and out burger once in awhile or a cookie. I'm concerned with this thread and the dumping threads. I know if you cut out sugar for a long time out t can nake you sick with a full stomach so I'm wondering if its true dumping ot not bring used to those foods (shock to the system sort of thing)

I can eat anything, but only a little bit of hamburger unless I make it at home. A dense commercial patty will give me that rock in the stomach feeling - including In and Out. It's not that you cannot eat it, but 1/4 of the burger is all I want. Doughy bread is another thing I cannot do much of. That's why I like whole grains and REAL bread. The rustic kind. It's always better if toasted too.

I can eat anything else without a problem. Some sleevers cannot eat lettuce, some become lactose intolerant. Some cannot handle bread or rice. Your mileage may vary.

[dartbarbie 4]

Regarding Weight Watchers after surgery, yes I am still going to keep myself in check. I've done WW for years off and on (before marriage, after kids), and it is the best program out there because it teaches you the reality of living your life while eating healthy. It's not a diet, it's a way of live, much like this surgery. I know the sleeve is just a tool for my weight loss success and I have to work hard to keep it working, so WW helps me along the way. I don't tell them that I had the surgery though. They don't need to know that.

[Fiddleman 4,376]

Regarding Weight Watchers after surgery' date=' yes I am still going to keep myself in check. I've done WW for years off and on (before marriage, after kids), and it is the best program out there because it teaches you the reality of living your life while eating healthy. It's not a diet, it's a way of live, much like this surgery. I know the sleeve is just a tool for my weight loss success and I have to work hard to keep it working, so WW helps me along the way. I don't tell them that I had the surgery though. They don't need to know that.[/quote']

I can see how jealous the other women at WW are when you drop 5 lb a week after the sleeve. It sounds like fun getting all the rewards and FAST. Plus it will make going to the meetings exciting as the star. Good luck!

[Dreamingofhealth 223]

Regarding Weight Watchers after surgery' date=' yes I am still going to keep myself in check. I've done WW for years off and on (before marriage, after kids), and it is the best program out there because it teaches you the reality of living your life while eating healthy. It's not a diet, it's a way of live, much like this surgery. I know the sleeve is just a tool for my weight loss success and I have to work hard to keep it working, so WW helps me along the way. I don't tell them that I had the surgery though. They don't need to know that.[/quote']

I like that idea. I did weight watchers 3 times and two of the times I was successful. You are right the sleeve is only a tool but WW teaches you to eat healthy while living your life.

When I get sleeved I too am going to join weight watchers just to be even more on track! Thanks for the idea!!

Good luck to you, I can't wait to read more about your progress!

[missmeow 156]

I can eat anything' date=' but only a little bit of hamburger unless I make it at home. A dense commercial patty will give me that rock in the stomach feeling - including In and Out. It's not that you cannot eat it, but 1/4 of the burger is all I want. Doughy bread is another thing I cannot do much of. That's why I like whole grains and REAL bread. The rustic kind. It's always better if toasted too.

I can eat anything else without a problem. Some sleevers cannot eat lettuce, some become lactose intolerant. Some cannot handle bread or rice. Your mileage may vary.[/quote']

I was just using in and out as an exampke of the only fast food I'll touch, I don't expect to slam down a burger....heee.

My concern with the dumping issue is that the surgeons pretty much thought out didn't happen but could be possible based on transit time. I absolutely do not want RNY style dumping. I think there is a difference between true dumping and having a negative reaction to sugar and fat after you've been on a liquid and/or severely limited carb diet, that isn't uncommon. Kind of like how some former vegetarians have a hard time with animal Protein. Thanks for responding, most people here are early into PO and I prefer to know about long term.

[dartbarbie 4]

So I made the biggest mistake so far since surgery yesterday....I ate a piece of homemade tiramisu (very rich dessert with espresso soaked ladyfingers in two layers with rich creamy stuff between layers). I ate almost the whole piece slowly. In a matter of half an hour, I was so nauseous and hot and sweaty. I thought I had the flu. I had to lay down on my floor in my cube here at work with my fan aimed at me and get my pants off my waist area for 15 minutes so I wouldn't throw up. Lesson learned for certain! I haven't had sugar in over 6 weeks.....and I don't think I will again for a long while. At least I can laugh at myself for doing something I knew I shouldn't have done.

[hinportland 83]

So I made the biggest mistake so far since surgery yesterday....I ate a piece of homemade tiramisu (very rich dessert with espresso soaked ladyfingers in two layers with rich creamy stuff between layers). I ate almost the whole piece slowly. In a matter of half an hour' date=' I was so nauseous and hot and sweaty. I thought I had the flu. I had to lay down on my floor in my cube here at work with my fan aimed at me and get my pants off my waist area for 15 minutes so I wouldn't throw up. Lesson learned for certain! I haven't had sugar in over 6 weeks.....and I don't think I will again for a long while. At least I can laugh at myself for doing something I knew I shouldn't have done. [/quote']

I'd find Tiramisu hard to pass up, too. Hope you're feeling better!