[davoswoman]

I had gastric bypass surgery about three years ago and had lost 200 pounds. I started off at 400. I have recently started to gain again because I have allowed my eating habits to go back to what they used to be, BAD!!!
I would like to join WW again, but part of the surgery is focusing on protien. Do you all think that will work with WW?
I really like the meetings and motivation from WW meetings.

Thanks,

[Kelly_S]

W/W has breakdowns for balanced, higher protein and higher carb:

Balanced (under 250 pounds)

Complex Carbs/Grain Based Foods – 8-9 points a day
Protein-rich Foods – 6-7 points a day
Fruits and Veggies – 0-3 points a day
Fats, added sugars – 2-3 points a day
Milk and Milk Products – 4-6 points a day

20-28 points a day

Higher Protein (under 250 pounds)

Complex Carbs/Grain Based Foods – 5-6 points a day
Protein-rich Foods – 9-11 points a day
Fruits and Veggies – 0-1 points a day
Fats, added sugars – 2-4 points a day
Milk and Milk Products – 4-6 points a day

20-28 points a day

Higher Carb (under 250 pounds)

Complex Carbs/Grain Based Foods – 9-10 points a day
Protein-rich Foods – 5-7 points a day
Fruits and Veggies – 1-3 points a day
Fats, added sugars – 1-2 points a day
Milk and Milk Products – 4-6 points a day

20-28 points a day

Balanced (over 250 pounds)

Complex Carbs/Grain Based Foods – 11 points a day
Protein-rich Foods – 10 points a day
Fruits and Veggies – 3-4 points a day
Fats, added sugars – 2-3 points a day
Milk and Milk Products – 4-6 points a day

30-34 points a day

Higher Protein (over 250 pounds)

Complex Carbs/Grain Based Foods – 8 points a day
Protein-rich Foods – 12 points a day
Fruits and Veggies – 2-3 points a day
Fats, added sugars – 4-5 points a day
Milk and Milk Products – 4-6 points a day

30-34 points a day

Higher Carb (over 250 pounds)

Complex Carbs/Grain Based Foods – 13 points a day
Protein-rich Foods – 8 points a day
Fruits and Veggies – 2-4 points a day
Fats, added sugars – 3 points a day
Milk and Milk Products – 4-6 points a day

30-34 points a day

However I am not sure that W/W would let you join after having that surgery but you could check.

[davoswoman]

Thanks so much,
I didn't realize that WW had a higher protien plan you could actually use. I am definitely going to join. I know that since I had surgery my weight loss will probably be quicker than most, but I have to get some structure back in my eating.

[Itryharder]

Dear Davos,
You've had a marvelous accomplishment. Good for you! That's fabulous. My experience with WW's is that they encourage a healthy lifestyle. They even offer a higher protein plan for those who request it or who simply lose better that way. I'm glad, as a result of Kelly's information, you are about to give WW's a try.
In my mtg. group there are two women who lost over 200 pounds 14 years ago and are maintaining it beautifully. We have at least 5 other people who have lost anywhere from 85-100#. It's a great program.
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Judy
234/212.4/thinner