Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group
Gastric bypass (GBP) is any of a group of similar operative procedures used to treat morbid obesity, a condition which arises from severe accumulation of excess weight in the form of fatty tissue, and the health problems ("co-morbidities") which result. If you are considering gastric bypass or have had it, join the community where we share our experiences and find support.
I had a follow-up on a gallstones surgery yesterday. I had to cancel the follow-up last year cause I couldn't pay for the office call. They called and fussed about it so I went.
It was my Bariatric Surgeon. I wouldn't let anyone else do surgery on me!
Anyway, I have gained 42 pounds since 2 years ago.
He was pretty cool about it. I figured he would chew my butt! But he didn't. He was nice and understanding. I fessed up to eating pizza, and drinking diet Pepsi and beer.
Surprisingly, he said a little beer was ok and the diet pop was too so many years post surgery. He put me on a restricted diet. Basically a stage 4. To not eat bread, rice, pasta and the obvious stuff.
I actually get almost too much exercise for my age on the job. Lots walking and stairs. I added up walking 1440 stair steps in a 8 hour shift just doing watch tours in addition to all the other stuff we have to do.
Anyway, I am back in th ball game. Wish me luck!
It was my Bariatric Surgeon. I wouldn't let anyone else do surgery on me!
Anyway, I have gained 42 pounds since 2 years ago.
He was pretty cool about it. I figured he would chew my butt! But he didn't. He was nice and understanding. I fessed up to eating pizza, and drinking diet Pepsi and beer.
Surprisingly, he said a little beer was ok and the diet pop was too so many years post surgery. He put me on a restricted diet. Basically a stage 4. To not eat bread, rice, pasta and the obvious stuff.
I actually get almost too much exercise for my age on the job. Lots walking and stairs. I added up walking 1440 stair steps in a 8 hour shift just doing watch tours in addition to all the other stuff we have to do.
Anyway, I am back in th ball game. Wish me luck!
Sarge, I'm over 5 years out and still basically eat stage 4. I've come to the conclusion that's the way most people who maintain within their healthy target range eat (aside from the very few who have to eat almost everything just to keep from losing more weight).
I'm surprised you doctor said diet pop was okay. Aside from the carbonation issue, studies suggest artificial sweeteners increase carb cravings and change how bodies handle insulin. I didn't put much stock in the research until I started using sugar-free syrup in my protein shakes - and got a case of the munchies like I hadn't experienced since before my RNY. I don't know if artificial sweeteners trigger hunger for everyone, but I know they do for me. Just something to be aware of.
Wow! That's a lot of stairs!
Wishing you a speedy journey to the healthiest version of you!
JJ