I was way overweight to begin with. My surgeon actually had some trouble with surgery because of my weight. As far as losing 80 lbs I am actually healthier now than before surgery. I guess that makes me lucky. I have reached a weight that I don't want to lose more so my diet is very important to maintain. With the reconstructed stomach my system is easily upset with the foods it allows both in type and quantity. What I have done is found the foods my system allows and even though it may be boring I force myself to eat these foods more often. By doing this I am able to keep weight on. A couple of foods that work for me is peanut butter and instant breakfast.