2 Months Follow - Up

Hey Guys, I had my 2 months follow up with the surgeon and he was very satified with me so far. I lost 40 pounds but I gained like 2 pound back which I am confused to why but overall he was pleased. He just would like for me to drink more water and try to get in more protein daily. I am trying but it is really hard when nothing taste good right now. He also wants me to do a 1200 calorie diet. I was like 1200... WOW!!! I am barley getting in 750 and he wants me to do 1200. I was like ok I will do whatever you want me to do. My personel goal right now is trying to get in more protein via food or drinks. I have to stay positive. I still don't understand the 2 lbs gain but I am good as long as it is not all coming back on. I am walking everyday lunch and at home. My job is doing The Biggest Loser the winner gets $300 so I am doing that. I just want to stay motivated. I am now down to 219 so he wants me to come back in 2 months, I hope I will have the 19 pounds gone by time I go back in July. Just wanted to update everyone Montego

Montego, You are doing great. Keep up the good work. I too am out 2 months and have lost 42 lbs, so it looks like we are right on track. I know I don't get in enough water either. I always get my protein in either with food or drinks. I know exactly what you are talking about when you said nothing tastes good. I have the same problem. I am proud of you and keep going. Boy are we going to look different at Thanksgiving!! Maria

Thanks Maria, I am so happy right now. We are going to be the "BOMB" come the fall. Keep up the good work. Montego

Mo and Maria, Woohoo you are both doing so well. From all I read on here getting in your water,protein and vitamins are a must! (Remind me of that when it's my turn lol) Jen

Thanks Jen, Yes that is a must. Remember to alway take your Vitamins and from the words of our friend Nat (Tink) Excersie-water-protein. Good Luck Mo

MO !! This is awesome news . I cannot stress about how important the protein is in your weightloss ... I know it taste funny .. but I tell you when I was just starting out .. I found the more protein I got in .. with added water .. and swimming my butt off .. the more weight came off . And as to the calories .. I was at about 600 to 750 for about a year .. just remember to get in your vitamins ... which I know you are doing . There are so many proteins out there .. just keep trying one till you find the one you like . Congrats again on winning this fight ! Hugs, Natalie

Thanks Natalie, I promised myself no matter how nasty the protein taste I was going to get my protein in no matter what. Thanks for the encouraging words, it really means a lot when you are so very new with the WLS. I am so determined. Montego

You should be so proud of yourself, Mo! You have done an amazing job! 40 pounds in 2 months is fabulous! Keep up the great work and you'll be at goal before you know it! I will hit the 7 week mark tomorrow and I have lost 38 - so we are right at about the same pace. Congrats, Robin

Thanks Robin, I think we are starting off good. 38 pounds is great. Your new picture looks good. Keep up the good work. Montego

You are doing FABULOUS! 40 pounds in 2 months is great. I know getting in more protein is a chore, but you can do it! Good luck on the Biggest Loser contest, you will need the 300$ to buy new SMALLER clothes!! Cathy