Eating Disorders Support Group
Eating disorders are marked by an obsessive need to control the intake and/or purging of food. This community is dedicated to those struggling on the road to recovery. Join to discuss your experience with others and find support. Get advice, ask questions, and meet others who are going through similar struggles.
I am currently at a stable weight but I am still constantly thinking and analazing food and will I gain weight. I still eat the same foods at the same time and I am so sick of it, yet cant seem to change. my mind is in a whirlwind and I have upcoming surgery that will have me laid up except for slow walks for 2 months and I am terrified. I don't want to lose but I don't want to gain any either during this time and I am afraid those darn ED thoughts will win. any suggestions? there is also a lot of stress going on in my life right now.
Will you be allowed to do swimming/aqua jogging after your surgery? That might feel like a worthwhile thing to do if you like to be active - especially if it can be combined with a sauna. Gentle indoor rowing may be allowed too. Do ask about options. Since youve been at a stable weight for some time I dont think youll suddenly put on weight. Well at least I dont if I have a phase when I dont get to exercise as much as usual. I find I dont need so much to eat.
Let us know how it goes and how youre coping and well try and encourage you to do whats best for you.