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Not sure what I am expecting here. I think I just need a safe place to put down my thoughts. I realize no one may even see these posts, and that is ok.
I had gastric sleeve a few years ago. That was one of the hardest things I have done, but it saved my life. Unfortunately, I have not lost everything I needed to. I had lost to within 50 pounds of my goal, and now have regained 40 pounds above that. It is now, once again, hard to walk and that is making a very bad catch 22. My husband and I are trying to figure out a way to help me not eat as often. Since I had the sleeve, I cannot eat as much at one time, but that does not stop me from eating often. I am considering going back to my surgeon and having a second surgery, either a gastric bypass or a duodenal switch. I am not sure I want to do that, but I am close to desperate. I am currently allowing comments if anyone actually reads this and cares to comment. If I get a lot of spam comments or hateful or mean comments, I will just disable that.
Again, honestly, I'm not sure why I am even doing this, I just thought it might help to put down my thoughts.
I hope you have a nice day.
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That's sounds pretty discouraging. It sounds like maybe finding a therapist who could help you examine what is at the root of your drive to frequently eat would be better than another surgery. Without changing our mindsets, lifestyles, and habits, everything we do is a temporary fix. I hope this helps. I wish you peace, and I hope you are able to find the answers you are seeking. 💚
2023년 06월 13일 작성이: Wisco Soul
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hi Wisco Soul, I actually am seeing a therapist. he is pretty good. he suggested doing this journal. thank you for your advise, I really appreciate it
2023년 06월 13일 작성이: Plumpkitty
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That's great to hear! I know that getting my mind in proper order did a lot to getting everything else in order. It's fascinating at how our emotions and habits control so much about our eating. I'm working on correcting a lifetime of that myself.
2023년 06월 13일 작성이: Wisco Soul
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I agree with Wisco. She expressed my thoughts well. I would say that your situation isn't discouraging, but you are discouraged. It is disheartening to realize that your perception of how something is going to go, is not the real world. It happens to all of us.
Please take the time to read through the journals on here. This is a wonderfully supportive community. We are a diverse group of people who are all working towards being healthy and happy. There are tons of different approaches to that goal. Your challenge is to find the one that works for you and truly COMMIT to making the lifestyle changes necessary.
We are all human and imperfect, you will stumble and fall. We are here to listen and support you in your journey. You are holding the road map, you just have to find the right route for you.
2023년 06월 13일 작성이: SLYONE 22
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Hello Friend, I really understand how you feel. Even tho I manage to cut back on what I eat and lose weight, I have occasions where I binge for days. Feels like something takes over me and I just can’t stop, but here’s the thing… I realize that the more I eat, the less power I have to control, and the less I eat the more power I have to control… what I’m about to suggest gonna be hard at first but try to have one meal a day, for 3 days…. this might help you regain some of the control.
2023년 06월 14일 작성이: shrinkingmyfatarse
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I think you are definitely on the right path by seeing a therapist. I believe that in order to lose weight, I had to first try to understand what was compelling me to overeat. Then, I had to focus on what kinds of food I eat. Even if I ate little meals all day long, if most of them consisted of fresh, unprocessed foods, I could still lose weight. One thing I have found is that I eat foods that are high in processed fats and sugar, I crave more of those foods. If I eat fresh, unprocessed foods, I can eat enough to fill me up without consuming lots of calories. Good luck on your journey!
2023년 06월 14일 작성이: shirfleur 1
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Intermittent fasting will heal you and rid the weight. Last meal 8 pm. Zero calories until noon the next day.
2023년 06월 14일 작성이: gage4ever
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Thanks for sharing. I wish you well with your journey. I’ll be rooting for you!
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The first step of my journey was to put in place structure around food. Three meals a day sitting at the kitchen table using a plate and utensils. No more eating in the car, snacking on the sofa watching TV, grabbing something like fast food or impulse snacks at cash registers. I also continue to eat three meals a day whether I feel physical hunger or not. Logic tells me to fill the tank (just like my car) before it runs out of fuel.
2023년 06월 14일 작성이: honeebuns
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So very proud of you. You have not stopped. Remember small steps are better than no steps at all and you are taking this step to trying to do this for you. I stumbled across this website of Fatsecret when I was trying to look up calories and create my own Google Doc Food Journal. I have not been journaling long so I was super excited to try this site. I really strongly believe for myself MAKING MYSELF record every little food helps me to be focused. If possible, I record as I go/eat. Otherwise, I will eat away and record everything later and then be upset with myself because I was probably out of control. LOL! I have not had gastric surgery, but I do have heart issues and am looking to regain my focus and take off pounds. Let's do this! WE CAN!!!!!!
2023년 06월 14일 작성이: klee8992
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Can you do that time technique like smokers do to quit. Only eat ion a timer and slowly increase the times between eating until you get however many meals you need in a day without going over.
2023년 06월 14일 작성이: tcunbeliever
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Is what you are eating causing sugar spikes, therefore increasing insulin production? I suggest listening to Dr. Jason Fung & Dr. Pradip Jamnadas.
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I applaud you for taking steps in the right direction but the hard part is after the surgery, as you have found out. You can do this but I think baby steps are the best. Set smaller goals. Instead of saying ,"I need to lose 50 lbs" set a goal of 10 lbs. Put your energy in that. Plan, prep, and log all your food. Since you have trouble with how many times you eat, do portion control. Eat smaller, less calorie meals more often. Once you eat, setting a timer or just telling yourself to not eat again for say 2 hours or however long you think you can go is helpful. When you reach a goal, reward yourself but not with food. Move as much as you are able to. Instead of eating when you arein between meals/snacks, try getting up and walking. Even if it's just a short distance. Prepping low calorie snacks like veggies, boiled eggs, protein shakes, etc will help you go for those instead of high calorie snacks. Sounds like you have support from husband so that is a huge plus. You have support from many of us as well. Keep moving forward!💜
2023년 06월 14일 작성이: Diana 1234
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Hey! I am also struggling just now. I lost a good bit of weight over the last two years, but have regained 25 since my low of last November. I am eating too much, I am NOT logging enough, not measuring, etc! I know what I need to do to get back on track, but I can't (won't) do it! I am watching your post carefully for insights and ideas.... (already - Diana123 -thank you)
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2023년 06월 14일 작성이: 3dkids2
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