weight loss

I had my VSG on December 7th, what is the average weight loss. Someone told me I should be dropping about 15 pounds a month, is this true?

There is no "average."  Everyone is different.  Just like losing weight without surgery.  Trying to set expectations for a given amount will just upset you if you don't meet them.  All you can do is follow your plan guidelines, track every bit you eat to be sure of the calories you are taking in, ensure you meet your protein and liquid requirements, get your exercise, and the weight will come off.  Remember, as the veterans of this site always tell you, this is a marathon not a sprint, so don't put that kind of pressure on yourself.  That way, every time you step on the scale you'll be pleasantly surprised!!  Best of luck to you!!

It depends on what your weight was at surgery, if you lost weight prior to surgery, metabolism, and how many calories you eat.

No. Possibly in the beginning, but not every month. For most of us, the further out you get and the less weight you have left to lose, the fewer pounds you lose each month. I had RNY, but my surgeon wanted around a 10 pound loss a month.

Plug in your numbers into the OH Post-Op Weight Loss Planner to see what they predict. The numbers in the beginning were off for me, but I did get to goal when it predicted I would.

There is no average.  We all lose how we lose.  Do the best you can, follow your plan, and you'll lose at the correct rate.  

I agree with the others - there is no average.  And 15 lb drops usually occur just in the first month or two.  I lost 16 the first month, and then about 10 lbs a month after that.  After about six months, my loss dropped even further.  You just have to be committed and stick to your plan, and the weight will come off.  

I agree with the above posters. I lost a significant amount for the first few months. Then, it was WORK =)

What do you think about using weight loss aids? Do you think it is worth it? I would like to hear your thoughts. I found some on Canada drugs direct, for example, and I would like to try those out soon. Maybe you can recommend something to me here, thank you in advance!