Comments for Fat Free Mind http://fatfreemind.com Katie Jay's Tips on Losing the Obesity Mindset Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:18:38 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.2 Comment on Weight Loss Surgery Reality Check by Debra Taylor http://fatfreemind.com/?p=224#comment-157 Debra Taylor Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:42:18 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=224#comment-157 Katie, I would like to comment on the misguided notion that WLS is cheating and easy. Aside from the major surgery, learning to eat correctly and overcome your addictions to food is extremely hard. I am in my fifth year after surgery and I have maintained my goal weight. But it is a constant dilligent effort to stick to the diet plan, monitor my nutrition, and supplement in order to stay healthy and get the proper protein. Truly successful GB patients have to stick to a healthy diet, not only eat less, but in some cases, try to eat enough (if your pouch is very sensitive). If anyone thinks that a person can have surgery and never have to worry about food or gaining weight again is sadly misinformed or simply foolish. I am so glad that I chose this route...it saved my life and changed my life...but it is constantly hard work. The difference is I worked hard trying to lose before, but the RNY surgery was the only thing that gave me results. I am very happy with my results, but I want everyone to know that it is VERY hard work to keep it off just like anyone else who diets. Katie, I would like to comment on the misguided notion that WLS is cheating and easy. Aside from the major surgery, learning to eat correctly and overcome your addictions to food is extremely hard. I am in my fifth year after surgery and I have maintained my goal weight. But it is a constant dilligent effort to stick to the diet plan, monitor my nutrition, and supplement in order to stay healthy and get the proper protein. Truly successful GB patients have to stick to a healthy diet, not only eat less, but in some cases, try to eat enough (if your pouch is very sensitive). If anyone thinks that a person can have surgery and never have to worry about food or gaining weight again is sadly misinformed or simply foolish. I am so glad that I chose this route…it saved my life and changed my life…but it is constantly hard work. The difference is I worked hard trying to lose before, but the RNY surgery was the only thing that gave me results. I am very happy with my results, but I want everyone to know that it is VERY hard work to keep it off just like anyone else who diets.

]]> Comment on PETA Guilty of Cruelty to Humans by Leavchip http://fatfreemind.com/?p=231#comment-139 Leavchip Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:55:08 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=231#comment-139 thank you Katie for saying this- I agree with you about PETA and the words were cruel and hurtful to so many people.. not the best move they could have made for sure. thank you Katie for saying this- I agree with you about PETA and the words were cruel and hurtful to so many people.. not the best move they could have made for sure.

]]> Comment on Weight Loss Surgery Success: The Power of Your Dark Side by Katie Jay http://fatfreemind.com/?p=214#comment-136 Katie Jay Sun, 02 Aug 2009 19:34:15 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=214#comment-136 Dear Megan, Thanks for your note! It is great to know that this message resonated with you. I will be writing an article soon on my discoveries about self love. This is quite a journey, isn't it? XO Katie Dear Megan,

Thanks for your note! It is great to know that this message resonated with you. I will be writing an article soon on my discoveries about self love. This is quite a journey, isn’t it?

XO

Katie

]]> Comment on Weight Loss Surgery Success: The Power of Your Dark Side by megan http://fatfreemind.com/?p=214#comment-132 megan Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:39:07 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=214#comment-132 Thank you for this beautifully written piece! It spoke to me in the clearest voice I've ever heard! Thank you for this beautifully written piece! It spoke to me in the clearest voice I’ve ever heard!

]]> Comment on Keep Your “Pandora’s Box” Closed by admin http://fatfreemind.com/?p=182#comment-109 admin Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:51:19 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=182#comment-109 Hi Chris, I have experienced mild dumping syndrome, but not enough to be a deterrent. I have adopted a low-carb diet and avoid sweets and refined carbs as much as possible. This has helped me lose my regain, which is a real blessing! I don't regret having WLS, because I was super morbidly obese, but I also know it is hard work to lose and maintain without the right information and support. Best regards! Katie Hi Chris,

I have experienced mild dumping syndrome, but not enough to be a deterrent. I have adopted a low-carb diet and avoid sweets and refined carbs as much as possible. This has helped me lose my regain, which is a real blessing! I don’t regret having WLS, because I was super morbidly obese, but I also know it is hard work to lose and maintain without the right information and support.

Best regards!

Katie

]]> Comment on Keep Your “Pandora’s Box” Closed by Weight Loss Surgery Cost http://fatfreemind.com/?p=182#comment-108 Weight Loss Surgery Cost Mon, 23 Feb 2009 08:13:15 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=182#comment-108 Katie, I appreciate your sharing your story with other people condiering bariatric weight loss. On my weight loss site, I share with my readers that the cost of weight loss surgery is not only in terms of dollars, but also in the things you have to go through...such as the Pandora's box you referred to. Once it is opened, it is hard to stop. I would be curious to see if you experienced the "dumping sydrome" after consuming those chocolates. -Chris Katie,
I appreciate your sharing your story with other people condiering bariatric weight loss. On my weight loss site, I share with my readers that the cost of weight loss surgery is not only in terms of dollars, but also in the things you have to go through…such as the Pandora’s box you referred to. Once it is opened, it is hard to stop. I would be curious to see if you experienced the “dumping sydrome” after consuming those chocolates.

-Chris

]]> Comment on HONK if You Love Success by PAKatie http://fatfreemind.com/?p=204#comment-83 PAKatie Mon, 02 Feb 2009 11:03:08 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=204#comment-83 You're so right Joyce! It spoke to me on many levels. You’re so right Joyce! It spoke to me on many levels.

]]> Comment on HONK if You Love Success by Joyce, Olivia, and Bambi (the cat) http://fatfreemind.com/?p=204#comment-78 Joyce, Olivia, and Bambi (the cat) Sat, 24 Jan 2009 10:47:54 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=204#comment-78 WOW, Katie - this video says it all. It is why the NAWLS.com website is worth every cent to join and maintain membership. Honk, Honk, Honk..... WOW, Katie - this video says it all. It is why the NAWLS.com website is worth every cent to join and maintain membership. Honk, Honk, Honk…..

]]> Comment on The Twelve Days of Christmas for Food Lovers by admin http://fatfreemind.com/?p=157#comment-65 admin Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:59:03 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=157#comment-65 Thanks! Happy holidays. Katie Thanks! Happy holidays.

Katie

]]> Comment on The Twelve Days of Christmas for Food Lovers by Anto http://fatfreemind.com/?p=157#comment-64 Anto Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:19:52 +0000 http://fatfreemind.com/?p=157#comment-64 Very cute and very funny, thank you! Very cute and very funny, thank you!

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