Originally Posted by
tinman
I'm just spit balling here, but, I am really interested in researching a theory. I think that folks that have to be abstainers ultimately will gain weight back because abstaining is nothing more than a diet. We all sucked at diets and that's why we all had to get the sleeve. I have a lot of respect for rehabnurse. She always has a level headed approach to her plan and is always open to other ideas and methods for losing with the sleeve. Abstaining works for her, but, I propose that abstaining is a flawed approach and will ultimately lead those who do it to a path of weight gain.
It''s just not logical to think that someone can abstain, consistently, from the things that give them pleasure....for the rest of their lives. As humans, we are not wired that way. I am one of those who falls in the "moderation" camp. I don't deny myself anything. However, early on in my trip, I resolved to never over eat as a way to always make sure I don't fall into a trap of binge and diet. My plan was one that focused on not over eating and becoming disciplined to that idea. I knew that I was destined for failure if I denied myself anything. I took the approach that the sleeve was a tool to help me lose weight the old fashioned way. Portion control and exercise. I just happened to purchase the WMD of portion control. The sleeve is a tool and if not used properly, will not work. Would you use a screwdriver to drive a nail? You might, and you might even be successful. However, you will most definitely work harder than necessary and your results would be far from guaranteed. The sleeve is the same as any tool. When used properly, it's virtually idiot proof.
So, I would counsel the OP to learn how to enjoy the things you enjoy, but, do so in moderation. Learn how to discipline yourself to only eat what you know you can comfortably consume and then push away. It's not the food you're eating that causes you to gain, it's the amount of it.....including the salt.
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