Question:
I would like to know if the Pretzel Rods that I 'm addicted to are the reason.

The last few monthes I have become addicted to Pretzels Rods everything else seems to upset my stomach. The pretzel rods seem to work like the soda crackers do when you get morning sickness. Except that's all I seem to want. Is this common to pick-up a craving. I have only ate pretzels on occasion what is going on. What do I need to do to get back on track. I have put on 15lbs. I'm so ashamed I won't even go back to the doctor for my check-up. And can I lose this or will it be like before the surgery. I had a Micro-Pouch done. Please HELP ME. I would rather be DEAD than be fat again.    — Colleen K. (posted on September 30, 2002)

September 30, 2002
I am only 10 days our but I try and think of the future and I think a good trip back to the basics. Protein, Protein, Protein. It is okay to slip some pretzels in there but you must do protein first. Even without this surgery that would be the rule for maximum weight loss or control. Proteins, water, and very little carbs. good luck
   — Peggy A.

October 1, 2002
Colleen, I don't think the pretzel rods are going to hurt your WLS in any way, I went through a stage where I ate them also. I couldn't get enough (I go through these stages where all I want is certin things) and I have lost fine. I am almost 11 months post op and am maintaining at 120 lbs. I have lost 135 lbs. At least it's pretzels and not donuts. Good Luck!
   — Lynda T.