Weight loss surgery diet plans?
 

Nother wrong with WLS
 

Diana, sorry to see you didn't get any responses. My husband had WLS 5 years ago. It saved his life. He was limited in how much he could exercise because of a handicap. It is a VERY difficult journey and I commend you. The first few months after surgery were the hardest. He was very depressed. Things are great now and he has kept all the weight off (220 pounds). All the best to you.

It's not that I'm biased against WLS, but the tone of the original post seemed to be looking for others who've had WLS surgery, and well I haven't. My SIL and her husband had lap-band and it has not been particularly beneficial to either of them, so I agree that WLS is not a magic pill for weight loss.

childofnite, welcome to the forum. One thread you might want to check out is on the "women's only corner", the 100 pound club is especially friendly and supportive, I know you're only looking to lose 50, but we really don't care about the actual number, most of the ladies there check in at least once a week and we cheer each other on with gusto. Congratulations on losing all that weight, even if you've regained a little, your still not back up to your original 340, which is fantastic!!! 150 is an amazing feat, with or without surgery. I've heard that the gastric bypass surgery is really quite an ordeal.

I sometimes think that having an oversized stomach might be my issue too, I'm always hungry as well, and a carboholic on top of that. I'm finding I do a lot better when I consume a higher percentage of proteins, but so far I have yet to actually crave a high protein food. When my stomach is growling it's wants CARBS not tuna or Greek yogurt.

Help where can I order this stuff in liquid form not shots
 

I am looking for anyone who knows where to order this its all over internet but there are some that dont work and they are selling stuff that really isnt HCG.So manu different diets too There is a doctor here but he is 600 and I dont have that kinda money to try diet He has it in pill form that disolves under tougue once a day anyone no where I can order such a thing thanks Courtney from Louisiana

I often read but don't post b/c I don't meet the thread's criteria. Especially true with the 5-15 lb club. I have more than that to lose, but my mindset seems to match the girls there the best. I also read the 100lb club, because I have a friend who fits the category, and it helps me to deal with her issues with more sensitivity, while giving me perspective that I can't save her and I won't feel guilty that I've had more success. I don't think she's really ready to lose the weight, she'd have to deal with a lot of emotional issues if she couldn't use her weight as an excuse to not try. (Almeeker, your head is on solid shoulders and you've helped me to understand my friend a lot better...I wish you continued success.) I'm not heavy enough to justify surgery, but I would not criticize anyone who's had it done. It is a tool, nothing more and nothing less. If your mind is in a good place, it can be just what's needed to keep physical appetite under control. But if your head isn't in a good place.... then nothing in the world will help you. There is no magic pill, no miracle diet, no magical hormone to place under your tongue. NO MATTER WHAT METHOD YOU CHOOSE, YOU WILL HAVE TO DO THE WORK OR YOU WILL FAIL. Weight loss surgery is not an easy way out. I hope you find someone to share the journey with.

Same here...welcome to the boards, and you will find a lot of support if you post in other threads. It was my impression as well that you were looking for someone with a shared experience and I don't know anyone who has had the surgery. However, I have a cousin who is beginning the counseling required for it, so I expect I will be learning a little as time goes by,

There are a lot of wise women and men on here with tons of good advice. I read all the threads just for the wisdom and the chuckles and the camaraderie, even if I'm not looking to lose X amount of pounds like that group. We would all welcome you to jump in and chime in...certainly WLS is not the only thing you would want to post about, I'm thinking, and you have much in common with many of us and would be very welcomed.

We've had some folks join us at the 5-15 pound group with a lot more to lose than that, but 5 or 10 is their next "mini goal," and that's great. Even if it's not a mini goal, I for one wouldn't object to having someone jump in and share whatever they have :).

I had weight loss surgery 4 years ago and have some specific advice for you. Go back to the bariatric surgeon that did the surgery and ask for a referral for a dietitian with a speciality in bariatric surgery. Follow thise instructions. remember that it is not just something you do but something you keep doing. If it tastes good that does not mean you have to eat it.
Remember that a person does not qualify for WLS unless they are MORBIDLY obese. If you went through the trouble to have the surgery and lost the weight before get back on track and do it again.

Wls
 

I am new to Fitday but I had gastric bypass on Mar 29, 2010. I am hoping to combine WLS with WW and finally achieve my weight loss goals and KEEP the WEIGHT OFF for GOOD. Kim

Good For You
 

I have recently changed my opinion about WLS and I think if it is a tool for one, then it is his or her choice. It's not right for me because I am obese at 6'1" and less than a hundred pounds over my high end range for my height and 111lbs from my goal. I have no illnesses as a result of my weight. At 52; although, my father was diagnosed with Type II when he was about five years older than me and not overweight, I do not have it. I don't have heart disease or high blood pressure. What I am getting to is that WLS, even if I wanted it, wasn't an option for me.

I have learned from many resources that some people who have had WLS, do put back on the weight and there might be other addictive habits that might result from it; such as, overuse of alcohol because the effects of it are quickened by the increased speed at which it reaches the blood system and some might be trading one thing for another.

Regardless how you lost the weight originally, now you are in the same boat with those that have never had WLS and thanks for sharing. It really doesn't matter.

Diana,
I had WLS in August 2005. I did great initially as well. I dropped from 350 to 190 in a year a half. I then started fertility treatments which caused me to start gaining the weight back. Now after having a 15 month old child I have seemed to gain a majority of the weight back. I have just started my new weightloss journey in the last two weeks and have lost 15 lbs. Keep up the good work. It is always a battle even if we have "a tool" in place to help us.

I'm new to these boards too but welcome. If someone reacts negatively to your WLS, just consider the ignorant source. WLS is a tool...just like Jenny Craig, WW or any other method. Anyone who thinks WLS is taking the easy way out or that the person no longer has to do the work is obviously uninformed. Educate them or ignore them.

Hopefully you're still here and reading. :)

Rny oct 2010
 

Hello I just read your post and wanted to be sure to reply as I have also had gastric bypass. I am really soon out though. I had it done on October 25th 2010. I have been on fitday for a few years as well, but today decided to see if anyone else that uses it has had WLS. I can honestly say that this past month has been a tough one for me and food. I can really feel that I am able to eat stuff that I shouldn't be. I am only 4 months out and feel great about losing 71 lbs so far, but am terrified if I dont get my head hunger and emotional ties with food under control it will slow my weight loss or worse put me in a spiral to back where I came from. I would love to chat with you if you still are on this site or check it often. Thanks. Sarah

Wls
 

I had bypass in 2000 was not morbidly obese, but came from a family of morbidly obese and didn't want to get there. I was 187, lost to 135 and am now 155. She was right, it's not a cure all, but gives you about 1 year to learn to eat right. I'm basically healthy now, but wouldn't mind losing 15-20 lbs or so. Just checking into this blog via the 4 hour body and food journal.

you're smart for seeking it out now. wls isn't magic like i thought it would be but i'm still happy i had it done.

my BIL just had the Sleeve done a few wks ago....i guess that's a new procedure floating around now.