Weight Gain! Please Stop!
phatdivabbw
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I promised myself this was the golden ticket. I put in the work and in return my knees and back will be forever grateful. Year 3 the weight gain began. Here I am at year 5 struggling. I've gained back 60 of the 145 I lost! I keep losing the same 10-15 lbs.
How do I recover?
My Doc suggested Gastric Bypass. I don't want anymore surgeries besides my plastics.
How do I recover?
My Doc suggested Gastric Bypass. I don't want anymore surgeries besides my plastics.
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@phatdivabbw I'm 27 months out so not as far as you. I cut down on refined sugar dramatically last year and haven't felt this good EVER. I'm convinced that refined carbs are the WORST. Take a hard look at exactly what you're eating is all I can say.3
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I'm 6 years out, regained half of my loss. I started on regain in year 2, I never maintained. I know FOR ME it's because I haven't resolved the reasons I overeat, and it has nothing to do with the size of my stomach. I'm with you, I wouldn't do a revision either.
Over the years I heard so many people talk about the importance of doing the mental and emotional work in order to keep the weight off. I'm all in on that, but I had no idea what to do exactly. I could see habits that were going to get me in trouble, but couldn't stick to changing them.
For me, to get back into my skinny clothes and STAY THERE I have to resolve two things - (1) why I'm overeating, and (2) what I'm eating that's trapping me in the cycle of overeating. I'm working on it, and I have a long way to go, but I've dropped 17 lbs of my regain and am confident I can do this. If you're not familiar with Brooke Castillo - go check her out. Her podcasts are fabulous, and don't cost a penny. She offers a lot of great content free on her website as well.12 -
I am 3 1/2ish years out from a sleeve. The 1st two years were easy and then I lost my motivation to eat the right foods and started snacking... I ate whatever I wanted whenever I wanted and gained back 25 pounds. I saw my gastro doctor because of course I was feeling like crap and she told me to follow the Fodmap plan... I needed to clean the garbage out of my body before I would start to feel better. She also said that if I don't want to log it, I dang well better not put it in my mouth. Track everything... only you can make up your mind to do it.
Best of luck!9 -
I am 3 1/2ish years out from a sleeve. The 1st two years were easy and then I lost my motivation to eat the right foods and started snacking... I ate whatever I wanted whenever I wanted and gained back 25 pounds. I saw my gastro doctor because of course I was feeling like crap and she told me to follow the Fodmap plan... I needed to clean the garbage out of my body before I would start to feel better. She also said that if I don't want to log it, I dang well better not put it in my mouth. Track everything... only you can make up your mind to do it.
Best of luck!
This sounds very similar to my experience!
@phatdivabbw - I lost motivation for several reasons, but it was up to me to work through those issues. I went back to my surgeon for his help. Our surgical team isn't just there to do surgery and abandon us. They want to see us healthy and successful. Utilize your resources! I'm finally back on track. I just went back to basics, cut out sugar and carbs, and I am slowly but surely getting to where I want to be. Take it one step at a time, you can do it!7 -
Ditto. The third year seems to be another common bump in the road like the dreaded three week stall! Very similar to my story. Where I found hope was twofold: 1) I learned enough through the surgery pre process that I knew what to do and have recent evidence that it works; and 2) the sleeve gave me real restriction to limit the damage in terms of actual weight gain. Someone referred to the sleeve in the out years as a choke collar!
Like @garber6th , I am not where I want to get back to, but on my way!5 -
Thank you everyone for your posting. I can relate to all of them. I too have gain weight back and need to get back on track. The posting motivated me to act on the journey. Again thank you.1
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I'm 4 years out. About 2 years ago, I moved 1,000 miles away from my medical support system and family. I put back on 70 lbs from my lowest weight, which wasn't even goal! I have a friend that recommended BOT (Back on Track) and BEE (Baratric Easy Eating). In total, I've been doing this three weeks, and I have dropped 12 lbs so far. I found that the super strict program was not for me. So I created my own modified between the two (which has been suggested by many in the group). I can recommend you to the group on Facebook, but I can tell you there is ABSOLUTELY no hand holding or sugar coating...BUT THEY HAVE MANY SUCCESSFUL STORIES!!!7
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I had surgery 9 years ago and started gaining weight after a surprise pregnancy 7 years ago. Most of regain happened in the last 2 years. Due to some issues. I found a group on FB that is very supportive for people like us. It has helped. I still have issues, especially grazing and sweets. Plus I don't get water in. But I agree with you and don't want another surgery.0
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Coffeegirl1998 what FB group are you in?0
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coffeegirl1998 wrote: »I'm 4 years out. About 2 years ago, I moved 1,000 miles away from my medical support system and family. I put back on 70 lbs from my lowest weight, which wasn't even goal! I have a friend that recommended BOT (Back on Track) and BEE (Baratric Easy Eating). In total, I've been doing this three weeks, and I have dropped 12 lbs so far. I found that the super strict program was not for me. So I created my own modified between the two (which has been suggested by many in the group). I can recommend you to the group on Facebook, but I can tell you there is ABSOLUTELY no hand holding or sugar coating...BUT THEY HAVE MANY SUCCESSFUL STORIES!!!
Hi I too had the vsg and after 3 years I gained 65 lbs. Add me, I'm thinking we could be each other's support in losing the weight we gained back. Btw what is BOT and BEE? Weight loss programs? Thanks0 -
coffeegirl1998 wrote: »I'm 4 years out. About 2 years ago, I moved 1,000 miles away from my medical support system and family. I put back on 70 lbs from my lowest weight, which wasn't even goal! I have a friend that recommended BOT (Back on Track) and BEE (Baratric Easy Eating). In total, I've been doing this three weeks, and I have dropped 12 lbs so far. I found that the super strict program was not for me. So I created my own modified between the two (which has been suggested by many in the group). I can recommend you to the group on Facebook, but I can tell you there is ABSOLUTELY no hand holding or sugar coating...BUT THEY HAVE MANY SUCCESSFUL STORIES!!!
I would love to know the name of the Facebook group. Your story sounds just about identical to mine!0 -
I would love to know the name of the Facebook group. Your story sounds just about identical to mine!0 -
I was originally sleeved in April, 2010. I managed to lose 110 pounds, but around the two year mark I began regaining. I gained about 70 pounds back.
I had bad reflux though! I would have random times (usually middle of the night) where I would throw up bile. So, I had to be converted to bypass to prevent the bile from making it to my stomach.
So, in January, 2015, back to surgery I went. I realized that I couldn't continue to eat the same foods that had made me obese to start with. That's what I had done with the sleeve. I thought I could eat whatever I w a Ted since I couldn't eat much of it. That thinking was so wrong!
When preparing for the bypass I decided to use an online resource to log my food intake post op. I chose MFP, and am so glad I did! It led me to some awesome groups of people who influence my thinking about food! Why in the world would anyone think they could eat the same foods that made them unhealthy, and maintain health? So, I went low carb after surgery and haven't looked back! I made it to my initial goal weight of 165 (actually got two pounds below that!), and am maintaining within a five pound range of that. I've never maintained any weight loss, ever! But, I always dieted with a "finish line" mentality. That once I lost x weight I could go back to eating x foods again! No wonder I always regained any lost weight plus more!
I'm thankful for MFP and where it's led me to! I'm still learning how to live a healthy life, and have made many friends too! Best of luck with all of the struggles you all face! And I may not comment here very often, but I'm always reading! Hugs!5 -
I just came back to posting here again about 6 days ago..for those wanting to know the Facebook group that was talked about is through BariatricEating.com....it’s amazing! It has proven plans to get Back On Track ( BOT) and BEE (Be Easy Eating) they also do a 48 hour rest, they also have a Keto plan.
Last Sat, I had decided that the 37 lb regain I had put up with and made excuses for was it, I was done and started the 48 hour Sun am...omg, hard to get over that sugar craving again..but it was 48 hours and when I did, wow! (There was a piece of cake sitting in my fridge that hadnt been touched and the last time I drooled over it was Mon night, my nephew endulged in it, I was glad..lol) The carb cravings are still real but I’m def working on that and each day is getting easier again just like after surgery, but the sugar is out of my system! And at dinner on that 2nd night with the 8oz piece of healthy chicken sitting in front of me that I’ve craved since Sun am..I went back to what I was told by my surgery team,
* no liquids at least 10 min before and 45 min after
* Eat slow deliberate bites, placing fork down between each
* Small bites, chewed around 20 times
* Your meal should take 15-20 min to eat
* Stop when you get your cue, whatever it is, even if there is still food...a burp, hiccup, runny nose..etc...I get a burp
I was able to eat only about 2 oz....Yay! Pouch wasn’t stretched, and still super tight! Tues am, started the BOT program, I’m not using their proteins (Inspire brand) I use Premier Protein ready to drinks...but I am really considering it! I can’t do any powders I’ve tried since surgery 3/4/2015...the smell I can’t get past and if I do happen to, the frothy makes it not go past a sip or so. Inspire is not supposed to have smell, supposed to be super good 100% whey isolate..anyway, we’ll see...
But, that being said in 6 days, I’ve lost 5 lbs of regain (some water I’m sure) but more importantly....I found faith in my tool again, I got the horrible sugar cravings gone and it’s out of my system, I’m back to doing exactly like I was supposed to be when I started my journey, taking my vitamins how I should be, eating the foods I should be, not the bad and the amounts I should be for my sleeve, exercising again, and getting all of my water in...and I feel 100% better physically and mentally.
And they do not sugar coat anything on these groups, def no BS, but it’s worth it and inspiring and it’s working for me...good luck in your journey!
WWW.BariatricEating.com
Facebook groups info:
No Bariatric Regain, Back on Track
BariatricEating Support
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I am 68, just over 6 years ago had VSG and lost 120 pounds. I have had a tough 5 years, 2013 my husband of 41 years died, 2015 I had lung cancer, 1/3 of my lung removed, cancer free now, and the worst, in March of this year my only son died of cancer. For the last 2 years I have returned to emotional eating and have gained about 35 pounds. I am back on track, one day at a time, but need all the motivation and friends I can get.6
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I am 68, just over 6 years ago had VSG and lost 120 pounds. I have had a tough 5 years, 2013 my husband of 41 years died, 2015 I had lung cancer, 1/3 of my lung removed, cancer free now, and the worst, in March of this year my only son died of cancer. For the last 2 years I have returned to emotional eating and have gained about 35 pounds. I am back on track, one day at a time, but need all the motivation and friends I can get.
Judy I am so sorry to hear about what has happened to you over the last 5 years. You have such strength to have only gained 35 pounds. I think I would have gained a lot more than that. Glad to hear you are back on track.
I will be 62 in January. Had my VSG when I turned 60. Am still not at goal as I had a huge amount to lose. Had my first excess skin removal in June of this year and will be having my 2nd one in early 2018. Have been maintaing the weight I did lose which was over 270 pounds. Still have another 40 to get to goal. Would love to be friends with you as I am sure we could motivate each other. I sent a friends request and hope you will accept. Anyone else in their 60's and needing to continue to lose or lose a regain come on board. Maybe we can start an over 60's thread.
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You look amazing! Don’t quite have this friend thing figured out but us older folks can really help each other.0
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Thanks Judy. You figured out the friend thing as you accepted my friendship. Much appreciated. Hope you and everyone else had a Good New Years Eve. I have off 2 more days and then back to my part time job. Are you and the others in this thread working or retired?You look amazing! Don’t quite have this friend thing figured out but us older folks can really help each other.
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I am back on track now as well. VSG surgery in July 2012 - lost 195 and regain in the last 4 years of 80lbs. 3 months ago I dedicated myself back to Low Carb eating and down 28 lbs of the regained weight. This is hard and the older I get the harder it gets. I love my junk food and have always turned to it in whatever hyped emotional state I was in. I may have figured out how the Low Carb eating style can work for me but only time will tell. But for now, I am working it! and I am working out 4 to 5 times a week again. I just wanted you guys to know that you have another sister in this battle with you and I wish you all the best in the journey.1
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I'm back on track as well! I stopped logging on to MFP a few months ago, stopped tracking what i was eating and BAM! 10 lbs came right back on! I'm 4 yrs out, as of March 4th. I started with just tracking how and what i was eating, and after just 1 day, i could already see that i was allowing ALOT of bad habits to creep back in... As of today, I am back to yogurts, protein drinks and 1 small meal per day. I'm hoping this helps..0
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I am 4 years out. Started my weight loss journey at 347 lbs. Got down to 170 and then got to comfortable with my weight and success. My weight gain after the sleeve has gone as high at 205 I am currently 197 - trying to lose at least what I have gained back before it gets out of control. I stopped using MFP almost 2 years ago and stopped tracking what I was eating which is where my mistake was. I am now back to logging what I eat daily, trying to incorporate walking/running more which I find difficult to do simply because I work a desk job, and work 12-13 hour shifts. I have made excuses on the days I work simply because its so late when I get home, but on my days off I have NO EXCUSE to be lazy!
Feel free to add me I'd love to get to know some of you who appear to have the same issues as I am having!0 -
Very similar situation here. I started at 287 in 8/14, got down to 163 in 2/16 , and had regained up to 216 over the past couple of years. I've lost 11 pounds in the past month, and I'm back to running/walking about 10-12 miles per week. I already feel much better and plan to stick it out until I'm back to around 175. That's where I think I feel best without excessive exercise (I was running 20-30 miles per week at my lowest weight, but I also didn't have a job...which is not true now!)
My plan is just track, exercise regularly 3-5 times per week, and don't sweat the small stuff. I'd love to lose 2 lbs per week, but I'm fine with less than that if it means I stick with it. I'm trying to be better about meeting my protein goals and waiting 30 minutes to drink as well.
Best wishes on your plan--it sounds like you're on the right track!1 -
I too am battling a regain. My high was 260 at VSG in 12/15. Down to 150 in 1/17 and regained 25 lbs over the past year and a half. I have tracked daily since my surgery and exercise regularly. My problem is the kinds of food I'm eating (sweets, carbs, salty snacks) past my full point and generally at night. Stress at work, busy home life, general depression, embarrassment from the regain. I'm motivated almost every morning but it goes to s*it by the end of the day. I'm in hand-to-hand combat with myself every day. It's depressing.1
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@barngrill SUGAR and other refined carbohydrates are ADDICTIVE. The sooner we realize that the sooner we can tackle it. Things really aren't going to get better unless you try to cut them out of your life. I still have some occasionally but don't keep junk around the house. If you find yourself eating mindlessly because of cravings it's probably that your addicted. It sucks.0
