African American Women, slower losers???
I agree with the poster above me, because while it may be true in some people's experience that African American and Latino women lose weight slower than women of other ethnicities, so many people are of mixed background that it's hard to put anybody into just one category. And really, "some doctor's opinion" is hardly a scientific study! Although some ethnicity-based generalities are truly helpful (for example, AA men are at higher risk of developing prostate cancer and dying from prostate cancer than men of other ethnicities, so screening should be done earlier and using different test cutoffs), these generalities don't usually work on a personal level because everybody is unique and nobody wants to be treated like a statistic. But on the off chance that this statistic is true, it would just make me more determined to kick iass and prove everybody wrong. 
Weight: Highest 317, Consult 311, Surgery 292, Current 210.8
Weight lost by month: 22, 13, 11, 8, 6, 5, 5, 6, 3, 0, next update 12/5.
As much as I would love to jump on this bandwagon and blame my ethnicity for his Dramatic Lack Of Weight Loss I have to admit its all because my ass is stagnant and eating everything in sight. I would have really loved to take the easy way out on that one, but I know its because I'm not doing my part...... 
I am not sure about those stats. I am down from highest of 255 in November to 178 four months after surgery. (that 75 pounds) I am exercising my butt off (literally). But I have to exercise every day if I want to eat a piece of cake or popcorn or candy (shame on me). I know that everyone is different. My stalls came when I ate too much or drank too little. So I say - Black women may not choose to loose as much weight as White women. There is often a different perception of what weight is acceptable.
As I always say, each journey is different. Wishing everyone the very best regardless of ethnicity or gender. Each pound lost is a step in the right direction.
As I always say, each journey is different. Wishing everyone the very best regardless of ethnicity or gender. Each pound lost is a step in the right direction.
Working at this everyday, Wishing for great days, and Praying for the best,
Actually, ladies, there *is* something to this.
My surgeon explained it a bit when he talked about how is trying to get a grant to *specifically* study Black women and weight loss after surgery.
He explained something about input and output and how we are lacking in some vital hormone or something that, unless we get the D-switch, we lose slower.
He said it was found to be lacking moreso in pearshaped women, which many sistas happen to be. He said he didnt find it as much with apple shaped women.
But, he wants to study it and is clearly fascinated by it. He says, right now, there are no concrete answers, just theories. But he hopes to be able to get the funding to study it further.
I appreciated hearing that, because it was something I'd suspected for some time.
We also seem to carry it more compact and that is, I've read, due to Black folks having more muscle mass. As we know, muscle weighs more than fat, but looks tighter.I wonder if we stall easier because our bodies reject the muscle breakdown that maybe happens sooner than it does with others?
Just some thoughts....
My surgeon explained it a bit when he talked about how is trying to get a grant to *specifically* study Black women and weight loss after surgery.
He explained something about input and output and how we are lacking in some vital hormone or something that, unless we get the D-switch, we lose slower.
He said it was found to be lacking moreso in pearshaped women, which many sistas happen to be. He said he didnt find it as much with apple shaped women.
But, he wants to study it and is clearly fascinated by it. He says, right now, there are no concrete answers, just theories. But he hopes to be able to get the funding to study it further.
I appreciated hearing that, because it was something I'd suspected for some time.
We also seem to carry it more compact and that is, I've read, due to Black folks having more muscle mass. As we know, muscle weighs more than fat, but looks tighter.I wonder if we stall easier because our bodies reject the muscle breakdown that maybe happens sooner than it does with others?
Just some thoughts....
SW: 364 Surgery Date: 6.21.11 *VSG* LifeOfANappyHeadedFatChic.tumblr.com
I have never heard this but I am curious and thinkg it's worth keeping the discussion going. I can tell you that I am doing things to ensure my success like walking and watching my diet (in addition to the sleve). I am commited to using the VSG as a tool not a cure-all and I am very careful what I eat. Good luck, my sisters!!
Love this thread!
I hate to say it but hopefully there will be more research on this topic. Because if it is true then, do you think its because some of us continue to eat "soul food" just in smaller portions? And even though its smaller portions its still high in fat, sodium carbs and sugars. I find that I myself still eat like I used to just waaaay less. I through me in a crazy stall that has since broken but it took all month.
Im just sayin
I hate to say it but hopefully there will be more research on this topic. Because if it is true then, do you think its because some of us continue to eat "soul food" just in smaller portions? And even though its smaller portions its still high in fat, sodium carbs and sugars. I find that I myself still eat like I used to just waaaay less. I through me in a crazy stall that has since broken but it took all month.
Im just sayin
I think that could be part of it
But not every Black woman eats "soul food"
One of my best friends is a very strict vegan and I swear she eats a mostly raw food diet
She is still fat lol
There are other factors involved
I think our lack of exercise is our overall issue
We let our hair get in the way of us getting in serious exercise
We often have so many obligations we dont think to put ourselves first
And, I think how we're shaped matters
Apple shaped women have more weight-related health issues than pear-shaped, for example
There are so many factors, I think we have to consider that everyone is different and it could be any number of things.
We just have to stick to our plans and keep pressing on, not giving up.
But not every Black woman eats "soul food"
One of my best friends is a very strict vegan and I swear she eats a mostly raw food diet
She is still fat lol
There are other factors involved
I think our lack of exercise is our overall issue
We let our hair get in the way of us getting in serious exercise
We often have so many obligations we dont think to put ourselves first
And, I think how we're shaped matters
Apple shaped women have more weight-related health issues than pear-shaped, for example
There are so many factors, I think we have to consider that everyone is different and it could be any number of things.
We just have to stick to our plans and keep pressing on, not giving up.
SW: 364 Surgery Date: 6.21.11 *VSG* LifeOfANappyHeadedFatChic.tumblr.com
I can speak about three observations I've made...this is secondhand input obviously.
1. My wife lost about 120 pounds in a year, she started off slow and picked up steam as the months rolled on. This was bypass. Weight is still off and then some.
2. One of my prior co-workers had the band and lost maybe 50 pounds. Gained it back. She got the bypass two years later, dropped about 130 pounds in a couple of years and has kept it off, again slow but picked up as time went by.
3. More recently another co-worker was sleeved, she started losing slowly (so slow she was distraught when she compared her numbers to mine) but has picked up drastically around 4 months out.
So....these are three cases I've seen and been fairly involved with, all ladies that fit your ethnic description and similar weight loss trends. Not exactly a representative sample (all different ages and shapes and initial weights), just a little second hand feedback.
I can't say I personally know any Caucasian/Other ladies who have had surgery....my .02.
1. My wife lost about 120 pounds in a year, she started off slow and picked up steam as the months rolled on. This was bypass. Weight is still off and then some.
2. One of my prior co-workers had the band and lost maybe 50 pounds. Gained it back. She got the bypass two years later, dropped about 130 pounds in a couple of years and has kept it off, again slow but picked up as time went by.
3. More recently another co-worker was sleeved, she started losing slowly (so slow she was distraught when she compared her numbers to mine) but has picked up drastically around 4 months out.
So....these are three cases I've seen and been fairly involved with, all ladies that fit your ethnic description and similar weight loss trends. Not exactly a representative sample (all different ages and shapes and initial weights), just a little second hand feedback.
I can't say I personally know any Caucasian/Other ladies who have had surgery....my .02.
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