Off the wagon

Squishee · 02-01-2008, 05:24 PM

Have had a very bad day today and I feel awful. Im sitting here, feeling so tight, a bit sick and definately so annoyed with self. I need to kick start my diet back, I'd been doing so well aswell. What to do after a bad day, help guys!

rharriet62 · 02-01-2008, 05:29 PM

I just sort of give myself the pep talk that I've done SO well, that ONE day of bad eating isn't going to sabotage all my efforts. Regroup and do a bit more exercise the next day and focus on only healthy foods. Just remember ... it's a PROCESS and a learning curve. All people have bad eating days...I think that's part of life. It's what you do on the majority of other days that will really make the difference! Now if you are having lots of bad eating days, it sounds like an overhaul is in order! LOL.

**Jack** · 02-01-2008, 05:37 PM

Three days of liquid protein and water ONLY....always serves to get me back on track and feeling MUCH better.....

Hip · 02-03-2008, 05:25 AM

Its one day...get over it and move on...we all have them...just dont make it a bad month...I did that from Thanksgiving to Christamas...LOL. I got over it and kept losing

Lap_dancer · 02-03-2008, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Jack

Three days of liquid protein and water ONLY....always serves to get me back on track and feeling MUCH better.....

Jack's given you some great advice here. I switch to liquid protein only, assuring my body 80 grams of protein. I drink loads of water and take my vitamins. Keep away from the pantry.

I look at myself like a drunk. I can get off the wagon. Getting back on is the trick.

HarleyNana · 02-03-2008, 08:42 AM

When I start to fall, I start to think of the stress and pressure I must be putting on my band and the last thing I want to do is lose my band! That's my personal way to get back on track.

(Hey Jack, we've been around for a while, LOL)

DonHoll1 · 02-03-2008, 08:57 AM

I wish I could go to liquids only for a day to regroup. But ...alas...I get too hungry. So...if I mess up I just do better the next day.At least you are aware that you messed up. Each day is a new beginning. Best of luck Donna

Whisper · 02-03-2008, 09:09 AM

uh huh... I just did the same thing last week... and felt terrible about it.. then scared myself thinking I would make my band slip...and then stressed about it too....

Personally I got a fill andthat was the 'thing' that made me get back to reality... I think I was in desperate need..

Now I am fine, thank goodness

shortgal · 02-03-2008, 03:25 PM

You (excuse me, we) didn't get fat from one day of overeating! But several days that turn into several weeks of overeating will result in big weight gains.

This will not be the last time this happens, so you need a game plan, to follow when it does happen. I agree with Jack, except I do full liquids for at least two meals, followed by a small salad with some protein for
dinner.
I do two days of this , depending on how bad the "bad" day was.

Track your protein while on liquids and keep them high. Drink water between meals.

cara51183 · 02-03-2008, 07:19 PM

I'm going to be banded in June and I have a question - what do you mean by liquid protien?

shortgal · 02-03-2008, 07:24 PM

There are premade protein shakes ( example, Atkins Advantage and clear pre-mixed protein drinks ( example, Isopure CLEAR) and protein powders that can be mixed into jello or milk.

Chicken and Beef broth would also have some protein in it.

Your Dr. usually advises you on this and when you are able to have different forms of liquids after the surgery.

There are generally several stages, Clear liquids, full liquids, pureed, mushies, soft food, regular food.

HarleyNana · 02-03-2008, 08:33 PM

I didn't have to do clear liquids, just liquids for two weeks, then to mushies, then solid foods. Clear liquids, now that is a tough one!