Eating more

[linda305 173]

I haven't had surgery yet but, I notice while going through this 6 month supervised program, I've been eating more. Maybe, I just notice it or just eating everything because i know im going through the process of getting the surgery.

What do you think?

[MrsAnders 34]

I would agree with this statement! It's like since I have decided that this is the route that I'm going to take that I think about all the stuff I won't be able to have after surgery. I realized I was getting out of control and wrangled myself in a bit. I've cut out sugar drinks and I'm working on cutting sugar out completely. And I have been working on Portion Control. I know that if I start making changes now that it will be easier for me in the long run. But yes absolutely. I think it's normal to experience this. After all if we had a normal relationship with food we wouldn't be here.

[aumum 41]

I was defiantly eating more than ever before I started my pre op diet. You can't help but think this is your last chance to enjoy food.

It's not true tho, you will still enjoy food in the future

Best of luck!

[missybean 40]

Yes!! That is what I am also struggling with. I ate so much yesterday that I woke up full still. I am so disappointed in myself. I am relieved to hear that I'm not the only one goin through this struggle.

[linda305 173]

I'm also happy to learn that I'm the only one going through this. I have gain weight in this process and feel bad about it. I should be having surgery in November or December and hope i don't mess it up.

[MichiganChic 3,262]

I did the same thing. Once I made up my mind, I systematically used that 2 months to enjoy everything I wanted. I was mourning the loss of my way of life I'm advance, I think. Wrong or right, I'm glad I did it. I didn't mourn the loss of food or that lifestyle after surgery, and still don't. Now at 8 months out, I have to be vigilant not to slip back into old habits.

[hopingtolose2013 81]

I did the same thing. In fact..I made my hubby take me to two different restaurants on our last dinner out. One for chargrilled oysters..and one for steaks. I gained 25 lbs. However..I'm about six weeks out and dont feel that need anymore. I go out to eat and get a grilled or baked app..or eat off others plates. .depending on what they ordered. At home I don't crave candy or bread...or chips. I don't regret my last affair with food. What I did was right for me. I said my goodbyes.

[linda305 173]

I did the same thing. In fact..I made my hubby take me to two different restaurants on our last dinner out. One for chargrilled oysters..and one for steaks. I gained 25 lbs. However..I'm about six weeks out and dont feel that need anymore. I go out to eat and get a grilled or baked app..or eat off others plates. .depending on what they ordered. At home I don't crave candy or bread...or chips. I don't regret my last affair with food. What I did was right for me. I said my goodbyes.

I just hope by me gaining weight doesn't make my insurance company think i am not serious. I am so ready for this life changing experience.

[MrsAnders 34]

I just hope by me gaining weight doesn't make my insurance company think i am not serious. I am so ready for this life changing experience.

I defiantly understand your concern in this. If you feel this may be a problem then try to lose the 25 lbs between now and then. I know that's easier said than done but even if you just lost 10 it would only look like you had a 15 lb gain. Good luck!

[NoneYa 380]

Insurance companies might differ but I was told mine only looks at the weight recorded at the first surgeon appointment.

[linda305 173]

I defiantly understand your concern in this. If you feel this may be a problem then try to lose the 25 lbs between now and then. I know that's easier said than done but even if you just lost 10 it would only look like you had a 15 lb gain. Good luck!

No i didn't gain 25. I only gained 4 pound and have 3 months to go.

[MrsAnders 34]

No i didn't gain 25. I only gained 4 pound and have 3 months to go.

I'm sorry I went back and read and apparently got your post mixed up with another. I think you will be fine! I mean 4 lbs could be Water retention.

[vsginkc 117]

What you're going through is consistent with my experience. Others on here have called it a food funeral. I called it "electric chair eating." Like if I were going to the electric chair tomorrow, what all would I want to eat first. I gained wait and misery during my pre-surgery process (and I'm still 4 days from surgery) I will tell you the one benefit -- it was confirmation all over again that I need this surgery and I cannot do this "on my own." I don't think that surgery is going to be a magic bullet, but I have to believe that it is going to be a tremendous tool in my arsenal. Best of luck to you! Hang in there!