From 650 to 345. A road to struggle.

underfaker666 · February 2016

Hello my name is Joe I had the sleeve 4 years ago my highest weight was 650 but drop to 547 on my first appointment. I then drop down 80 more pounds for the surgery but one day before surgery I blew my gallbladder and had emergency gallbladder surgery then I had to postpone my weight-loss surgery one more month. After awhile I drop to 345 and things turn for the worst. I Lost my home and me , mom and my rescue bichon dog were homeless . Depression kicked in and I lost focus eat only a little bit but due to money issues I stuck with Dollar menus and my weight started to creep back. I ballooned to 417 and went back to my surgeon for help. Anyway here I am ready for surgery number two in which they will do the complete bypass. I'm seeing a lovely nutritionist and last she weighed me I was 409 and she recommend this app which I use religiously . I stick to eating no more then 1,500 calories a day so judging by what it says I should be 377 now. I would attach a before and after photo but using the app is not allowing me.

underfaker666 · February 2016

underfaker666 · February 2016

r2coder · February 2016

You are inspirational! Thank you for sharing your story.

dorisj717 · February 2016

Keep up the good work!!

elucy_21 · February 2016

Congratulations, you look great!!!

AngelinaB_ · February 2016

Keep it up! You are on the right track! Best wishes

OpinionatedCyborg · February 2016

Keep at it home.

verptwerp · February 2016

Best of luck to you ...... amazing story ..... hard work pays off !

besaro · February 2016

omg, i can't get over the image of you and your doggie. such adorable dichotomy. keep up the great work!

maab12 · February 2016

Thank you for sharing your story

1stplace4health · February 2016

To answer your question: The reason only focusing on the 1500 calories isn't working is because it has more to do with the types of nutrition you're giving your body and less on calories. Try swapping some of your processed meals for fresh food. Great job on you're progress!!! Best wishes.

Nanogg55 · February 2016

Awesome job! Love the dog. Hope you and your family found a home.

tidyme · February 2016

Great job! I lost 40# last year and a half ago was around 245# then to205#, but let
Life events get me down. Long story. But now, finally got back to gym and never plan to stop being healthy again. It has helped my mood so much. Your success is a inspiration.

flowerhouse · February 2016

Well done you and good luck with your journey

wildfire1204 · February 2016

Fantastic. Congrats!!

samjoy · February 2016

Good luck with your second surgery!

tottie_07 · February 2016

You certainly have dealt with some difficult challenges!! But I am glad that ultimately you did not give up. Best of luck on your second surgery and hang in there. You got this!!!

jennifer_417 · February 2016

You've persevered through a lot! You have plenty of reason to hold your head up high! Congrats!

tosi1312 · February 2016

Lookin' a bit too fab imo.

socialtime57 · February 2016

Good job! Keep it up!

ashleywright_0 · February 2016

You look amazing! Keep up the good work! Congratulations on all of the weight you've already lost, that's such a huge accomplishment and something to be proud of.

Hopefully this app helps you reach your goal and keeps you motivated through any rough patches. I know it always helps me when I feel like giving up.

I also hope you and your family have found a home. It seems like you've been through a lot and I hope things have gotten better. Adorable puppy too!!

rebeccaEsmith · February 2016

Congrats keep up the good work

zoeysasha37 · February 2016

Great job! You've overcome a lot !

mkakids · February 2016

You can do it!

Btw...i have a rescue bichon too. She's amazing!
My Lucy would totally let me put her in a carrier too, lol. Usually if Im wearing a hoodie, she burrows herself into it, so i tuck the bottom into my pants and carry her around the house tucked into my hoodie, lol!

christinedlg50 · February 2016

I'm so sorry to hear about the tough time you've been going through. I've nearly been there myself and it's so scary and disheartening. I hope things are getting better day by day. Thank you for sharing your story. You've come so far! It's amazing! Bravo! Don't give up! And keep sharing with us - we are all in this together!