EmiFlowers
I Just Joined!
Hi everyone! I'm excited to join this community and connect with others on similar journeys.
I'm 15 months post-gastric bypass surgery. At age 50, I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes after watching my mother struggle with it for years - that diagnosis hit like a kick in the head. I started at 285lbs and now maintain around 180-185lbs. The wins have been incredible: I'm completely off blood pressure medication, my HbA1c dropped from 9.1% to 6.3% (my doctor is thrilled!), and this surgery has transformed not just my life, but my entire family's approach to health. My relationship with food has completely changed - I now savor every bite instead of eating for comfort.
But I'll be honest, I'm dealing with some challenges too. My weight loss has plateaued and this scares me. I'm still struggling with dumping syndrome and how it affects my daily routine. Balancing protein intake with my new stomach capacity while keeping blood sugar stable is tough, and I've had to give up coffee after lunch because the caffeine messes with my sleep, which impacts my morning blood sugar levels.
I've adapted well with meal prep and lifestyle changes like eating dinner earlier and going to bed sooner. I still love cooking and trying new foods even with my restrictions. I've been researching through podcasts and online resources, but I'm really looking forward to hearing real experiences from people who truly understand this journey.
It's hard not being able to eat what you want, but I know I've made it this far because I'm doing my best to stay healthy, educated, and on the right path. Taking it one day at a time is the only way to go. Looking forward to learning from all of you and hopefully sharing what I've learned along the way!
Thanks for having me!
I'm 15 months post-gastric bypass surgery. At age 50, I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes after watching my mother struggle with it for years - that diagnosis hit like a kick in the head. I started at 285lbs and now maintain around 180-185lbs. The wins have been incredible: I'm completely off blood pressure medication, my HbA1c dropped from 9.1% to 6.3% (my doctor is thrilled!), and this surgery has transformed not just my life, but my entire family's approach to health. My relationship with food has completely changed - I now savor every bite instead of eating for comfort.
But I'll be honest, I'm dealing with some challenges too. My weight loss has plateaued and this scares me. I'm still struggling with dumping syndrome and how it affects my daily routine. Balancing protein intake with my new stomach capacity while keeping blood sugar stable is tough, and I've had to give up coffee after lunch because the caffeine messes with my sleep, which impacts my morning blood sugar levels.
I've adapted well with meal prep and lifestyle changes like eating dinner earlier and going to bed sooner. I still love cooking and trying new foods even with my restrictions. I've been researching through podcasts and online resources, but I'm really looking forward to hearing real experiences from people who truly understand this journey.
It's hard not being able to eat what you want, but I know I've made it this far because I'm doing my best to stay healthy, educated, and on the right path. Taking it one day at a time is the only way to go. Looking forward to learning from all of you and hopefully sharing what I've learned along the way!
Thanks for having me!
