having gastric bypass surgery in September

rny91415
rny91415 Posts: 23 Member
edited November 22 in Health and Weight Loss
Hey everyone im having gastric bypass a month from Friday... eek :) im wondering if anyone else here has had it or planning to do it... im starting my own diet for the next 2 week's.. not going crazy with it but going to eat pretty healthy. Then after two weeks i start my pre op diet.. oh boy... just looking for advice or friends :)
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  • IsaackGMOON
    IsaackGMOON Posts: 3,358 Member
    I don't know much about gastric bypasses and such but I know that after it, most people eat pretty low levels of calories - like 800 or something, right?
  • rny91415
    rny91415 Posts: 23 Member
    Yeah just getting a lot of protein in. I mean eventually you will eat more then that (well someday you can eat regular)
  • IsaackGMOON
    IsaackGMOON Posts: 3,358 Member
    Can I ask why you're getting a gastric bypass, OP? Unless the reason is right in front of me and I'm just being really stupid.
  • rny91415
    rny91415 Posts: 23 Member
    Im almost 300 lbs and im 5'1
  • IsaackGMOON
    IsaackGMOON Posts: 3,358 Member
    rny91415 wrote: »
    Im almost 300 lbs and im 5'1

    Ahh ok. Might seem like an ignorant question... but couldn't you just maintain a caloric deficit and lose weight without the bypass? I'm generally interested... and I also have no idea.
  • rny91415
    rny91415 Posts: 23 Member
    Yes but ive tried so hard since i was like 10 im ready to finally fix my life
  • allaboutthefood
    allaboutthefood Posts: 781 Member
    I am also wondering why the surgery, unless is cause of health reason. I have not got it done and don't want to. I do know 4 people who have, three of them have made is a lifestyle change, they now work out and eat right, unfortunately the fourth, once they where able to start eating again, they chose to continue to eat all the wrong foods, was not active and yes put all the weight back on in a couple years. I wish you much success on your journey.
  • IsaackGMOON
    IsaackGMOON Posts: 3,358 Member
    edited August 2015
    rny91415 wrote: »
    Yes but ive tried so hard since i was like 10 im ready to finally fix my life

    Did you have a caloric deficit before while trying?

    I know this sounds really obnoxious, but it seems like you haven't tried if nothing worked... the gastric bypass will restrict the amount of calories you absorb... which will make you lose weight.. just what a caloric deficit would do.
  • strong_curves
    strong_curves Posts: 2,229 Member
    I have 2 co-workers who've had it done. Initially after the surgery they both lost lots of weight. Now 4 years later both have gained back the weight. One gained all the weight back and then some. The other gained most of her weight back, granted she's not as big as she was before but she is close. One thing I did notice about both of them, they never learned how to eat "right". By that I mean, they went right back to eating more than they burned daily.

  • atypicalsmith
    atypicalsmith Posts: 2,742 Member
    It takes longer, but is so much more effective to simply curtail calories and increase exercise. I have a friend who did it, and yes, she lost about 50 pounds right away, but has stayed at that weight which is about 150 pounds more than she should weigh. She feels it was a success.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,992 Member
    IMO, your therapist should be your main focus. Why? Because GB only takes care of what you physically do. The mentality of why one doesn't have control should be more addressed. It's NOT uncommon for people who have GB to adopt a different type of addiction like alcohol, gambling, etc. because they just can't address it eating anymore.

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  • rny91415
    rny91415 Posts: 23 Member
    Im doing this cause i have health problems too... sleep apnea and GERD i plan on changing my life style now so that i wont go back.. and diets have worked i never stuck to them im a yo yo dieter not saying this is a quick fix its just a tool to finally help me on my journey. Im just excited i have a long road ahead but i finally see some sort of light at the end of the tunnel
  • strong_curves
    strong_curves Posts: 2,229 Member
    rny91415 wrote: »
    Im doing this cause i have health problems too... sleep apnea and GERD i plan on changing my life style now so that i wont go back.. and diets have worked i never stuck to them im a yo yo dieter not saying this is a quick fix its just a tool to finally help me on my journey. Im just excited i have a long road ahead but i finally see some sort of light at the end of the tunnel

    I hope so. I'd suggest you start learning about portion control, moderation, cico, etc because if you have a problem sticking to "diets" you're just running in circles.



  • atypicalsmith
    atypicalsmith Posts: 2,742 Member
    rny91415 wrote: »
    Im doing this cause i have health problems too... sleep apnea and GERD i plan on changing my life style now so that i wont go back.. and diets have worked i never stuck to them im a yo yo dieter not saying this is a quick fix its just a tool to finally help me on my journey. Im just excited i have a long road ahead but i finally see some sort of light at the end of the tunnel

    I feel very sad for you. This surgery is giving you hope eternal, and it's probably not going to happen. Please re-think this. Sometimes the light at the end of the tunnel is a train.
  • rny91415
    rny91415 Posts: 23 Member
    I actually do want to see a therapist possibly. And i have so much support and visions of me and how i would like to look and feel so i can go to the gym everyday and not be worn out after 20 mins walking... i just need the initial push
  • rny91415
    rny91415 Posts: 23 Member
    I have been obsessed with learning about the new life style for months now... and if i even started without this i would always be in the same boat... so i have a little help with this tool i am reviving. So what? Even if i dont have it done i will work just as hard as when i do have it done thats all
  • farfromthetree
    farfromthetree Posts: 982 Member
    strong_curves wrote: »
    I have 2 co-workers who've had it done. Initially after the surgery they both lost lots of weight. Now 4 years later both have gained back the weight. One gained all the weight back and then some. The other gained most of her weight back, granted she's not as big as she was before but she is close. One thing I did notice about both of them, they never learned how to eat "right". By that I mean, they went right back to eating more than they burned daily.

    The same thing happened to someone I work with. She has stopped losing (way too early in my opinion) and the toaster oven was filled with deep fried chicken tenders and french fries. So, she really hasn't learned anything. She also thinks it was a success

  • dolliesdaughter
    dolliesdaughter Posts: 544 Member
    rny91415 wrote: »
    I actually do want to see a therapist possibly. And i have so much support and visions of me and how i would like to look and feel so i can go to the gym everyday and not be worn out after 20 mins walking... i just need the initial push
    I did not have gastric bypass surgery, but I lost 100+ on my own. FOR ME, all of those vision were moot. The outcome was not as it was visioned, some things were awesome and other's were underwhelming. Don't let your vision's set you up for a let down. I believe that it may be more taxing on you since once you have surgery the weight usually moves very quickly in the beginning and you will have a short adjustment period.

    I wish you the best, but take it day by day. Get thee to a therapist pronto and stay with them.

  • pedidiva
    pedidiva Posts: 199 Member
    OP, why a gastric bypass instead of a gastric sleeve. My BIL had a sleeve--was 450, now 210. Another friend had the sleeve and lost 80 pounds. Both are doing well. Good luck!!!!
  • atypicalsmith
    atypicalsmith Posts: 2,742 Member
    You are only 26 years old.
  • jsjzisj
    jsjzisj Posts: 8 Member
    strong_curves wrote: »
    I have 2 co-workers who've had it done. Initially after the surgery they both lost lots of weight. Now 4 years later both have gained back the weight. One gained all the weight back and then some. The other gained most of her weight back, granted she's not as big as she was before but she is close. One thing I did notice about both of them, they never learned how to eat "right". By that I mean, they went right back to eating more than they burned daily.

    You NEED to see a proper nutritionist who really wants to work with you after a surgery like that. You cant do it on your own, and your story is way too common.
  • pedidiva
    pedidiva Posts: 199 Member
    Atypical, kids are having bariatric surgery.
  • hal1964
    hal1964 Posts: 82 Member
    May I ask what procedure it is? Is it Roux-en-Y? If it is, I would rethink it. My ex-wife had it and I can tell you it led to many more unforeseen health issues for her years after it. Thought she never tired losing weight from diet and exercise. That was years ago. I believe there are more options available now. Good luck!
  • kshama2001
    kshama2001 Posts: 28,052 Member
    rny91415 wrote: »
    I actually do want to see a therapist possibly. And i have so much support and visions of me and how i would like to look and feel so i can go to the gym everyday and not be worn out after 20 mins walking... i just need the initial push

    I was worn out with 40 minutes of walking in April but walked 2.5 hours Saturday. (Well, strolled, TBH. But I've been gradually increasing my activity while in a calorie deficit and am happy with the results.)

    Surgery may truly be the best option for you. But I think you should explore this with a therapist before you go under the knife. It's major surgery.

    There are many people on these forums who have lost well over 100 pounds and I bet all of them had failures before their success.
  • ElleMarieRose
    ElleMarieRose Posts: 37 Member
    rny91415 wrote: »
    Im doing this cause i have health problems too... sleep apnea and GERD i plan on changing my life style now so that i wont go back.. and diets have worked i never stuck to them im a yo yo dieter not saying this is a quick fix its just a tool to finally help me on my journey. Im just excited i have a long road ahead but i finally see some sort of light at the end of the tunnel


    Good Luck on your journey.

    Just a caution, If no diets work before, no diets are going to work afterwards. You have to change your habits and mindset towards food or you will quickly gain all your weight back. I'm confident with the right information and being surrounded by the right people you will be able to change that.
  • atypicalsmith
    atypicalsmith Posts: 2,742 Member
    pedidiva wrote: »
    Atypical, kids are having bariatric surgery.

    That is so sad. Instant gratification with no accountability. Yikes!!!
  • Versacam
    Versacam Posts: 109 Member
    I had a gastric band years ago, lost around 6 stones, I had some great years because of that weight loss, but I did regain it and a couple more stones when it slipped out of place and caused reflux. :( Different surgery to you though and the band was reversible and has now been removed.

    This may be controversial, but GO FOR IT! Make the most of the first year as I hear the weight loss can stall after a year, and enjoy getting your life back.

    Research any health complication too, and make sure you are getting all vitamins you need..
  • Versacam
    Versacam Posts: 109 Member
    atypicalsmith wrote: »
    pedidiva wrote: »
    Atypical, kids are having bariatric surgery.

    That is so sad. Instant gratification with no accountability. Yikes!!!

    I don't think you have any idea what this type of surgery is like if you consider it "Instant gratification". Maybe educate yourself in how difficult this is before posting things like that. The difference is, you can't give up, it's done.. doesn't mean it's easy.
  • Blueseraphchaos
    Blueseraphchaos Posts: 843 Member
    rny91415 wrote: »
    I actually do want to see a therapist possibly. And i have so much support and visions of me and how i would like to look and feel so i can go to the gym everyday and not be worn out after 20 mins walking... i just need the initial push

    Do you think your initial diet and then pre-op diet, if you lose enough weight, could be your initial push?

    I ask because i had several co-morbidities and they offered me surgery myself....but i got the dr to fix the other reasons i was unable to lose weight first, then once i started losing and keeping it off, my other co-morbidities went away, and i was encouraged enough to keep going without all the pain of surgery.

    My aunt had gb, she had a rough time with all the stuff going along with it, but it did work for her. I know someone else who had it and then put all the weight back on. So i guess it's a crapshoot, you really do have to address the underlying issues and it's truly not a quick fix. It's hard.

    Good luck no matter what you decide
  • atypicalsmith
    atypicalsmith Posts: 2,742 Member
    Versacam wrote: »
    atypicalsmith wrote: »
    pedidiva wrote: »
    Atypical, kids are having bariatric surgery.

    That is so sad. Instant gratification with no accountability. Yikes!!!

    I don't think you have any idea what this type of surgery is like if you consider it "Instant gratification". Maybe educate yourself in how difficult this is before posting things like that. The difference is, you can't give up, it's done.. doesn't mean it's easy.

    Actually, you are wrong in your assessment of my knowledge. I have known many people who have done this in their 50s and 60s, and none of them have succeeded. This was unheard of when I was 26. No, it's not easy, having major surgery to force you to curtail eating which is something you can easily build up determination to do. Having major surgery is HARD compared to just cutting down your calories and exercising more. I just hate to see anyone who is only 26 years old doing that. What the hell is our society coming to?
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