Question:
Anyone else loosing slow?
I have only lost 49lbs since surgery 3 1/2 months ago...the doctor says it's my age 48 and probably snacking...Help!!! — D. A. (posted on November 15, 2003)
November 14, 2003
Hi,
I'm 53 and and have lost a total thus far of 105 pounds in the last 8
months. I lost 70 pounds by my 4th month. I was weighing 250 day of surgery
and I'm 5'4" tall. I began walking upon my return home from hospital
and walk 7 days a week, without fail. I bike/water aerobics and weight
train besides walking. You have to work this tool to see great results. Oh,
I would not advise to snack other than with healthy foods. Good
Luck!!!!!!!!
— Hazel S.
November 14, 2003
I am losing slowly as well. Had surgery on 10/3 and have lost 27 pounds.
:( I am getting protein in, hungry all the time and eat more than most I
am sure. I could eat meat at 2 weeks out, I eat smaller portions than
before surgery and currently am following a low carb, high protein diet.
When I eat, it has protein in it. I could use some words of encouragement
also. -Vicki
— Just M.
November 14, 2003
Hi Debbie. I read your profile. You had a nasty bout with pnemonia, and I
would say your body is trying to take it's time and heal. Unless you are
eating a lot of high carb, fatty foods, I wouldn't say that's the reason.
The first 4-6 months you will lose regardless, UNLESS you are grazing all
day. Are you keeping a food journal and tracking your daily intake somehow?
I try to do that so I won't under estimate how much I'm eating and try to
get away with more. That has been helpful to me. I eat a lot of SF jello
and popsicles. It gets me through those moments when I want to snack. If
I must have something solid to get me through, I eat a little peanut butter
on a cracker. I really don't think you're losing that slowly. This almost
sounds cliche'ish... but do follow the protien/water rules first. Get some
cardio exercise and you will make your goal. God bless you...
((((((((HUGS))))))))
— Happy I.
November 15, 2003
I am 4 weeks post op and for the last 2 weeks have not lost a pound! I am
stressed over it and worried i am doing something wrong. I do not eat 1000
calories a day and am not getting in as much protein as supposed to.. I
could use some advice as well
— Valerie M.
November 15, 2003
I think some people are more appt to lose slowely, I had open RNY on 7-8-03
and am down 51 pounds. I think I am losing more slowly because I started
out at 237 and am considered a lightweight(Jeez I wish I felt like a
lightweight)I am going to be 30 in Jan dont know if age has anything to do
with it. I think you are doing great!!!
— Amy G.
November 15, 2003
I had lost 52# at 3 months post op (Oct. 1). I've only lost 10# since then
and none since Oct. 27. Even though I started to add 50 grams of protein a
day in protein shakes which I started around the 27 of Oct. I feel like
they are hindering my weight loss. It just seems strange that as soon as I
started to drink them, I haven't lost a pound. I'm gonna give it another
week and then give them up if there is still no loss. Good luck on your
loss!!
— lindadougherty
November 15, 2003
To speed up your weight loss, consider utilizing an Atkins type of
induction diet. Increase your protein intake to at least 80 grams a day
and decrease your carbs to no more than 15 grams; after about 3 days, your
weight loss should start to pick up. After that, try to maintain protein
intake of over 60 grams and keep your daily carbs to under 40 grams. This
has helped me to lose 265 pounds (and surpass my goal) in 13 months.
— SteveColarossi
November 15, 2003
So many of us (I did it too ) complain about the rate and amount of weight
we lose! I dont want to sound like the heavy here , but thats the trouble
with dates-and-weights and comparisons!! We have absolutely NO CONTROL
physiologically on how much or how fast our bodies will lose!! If you're
following the program and doing your protein water & exercise you WILL
lose ... so sit back and enjoy the wls ride. Don't anguish over how much
or how fast you're losing and most of all DONT compare yourself with ANYONE
else!!
— Denise W.
November 15, 2003
SLOW LOSER HERE!!! It took me 4 months to lose what you've lost in 3 1/2 so
don't feel bad. It was slow at first but I'm almost 10 months out and I'm
down 99 pounds!!! Only 30 more to go, hang in there it will come off.
— Kelly* P.
November 15, 2003
I agree that age probably has something to do with it, especially when you
have had a lifetime of dieting, losing, gaining over and over. That has to
mess up your metabolism. I was 55 when I had my surgery earlier this year,
but I'm not worried about how fast or slow I lose. Yes, I'm a little
jealous of those who've lost 100 pounds in 3 months, but I'm proud to have
lost 90 in 8 months and know that I'll get there eventually. Just relax
and enjoy the journey, it'll come off when your body wants it to. Don't
obsess over that scale. It's just a number.
— lharbison
November 15, 2003
I've know MANY people who have had this surgery. Everyone looses at
different rates. One thing that may help you is to increase your daily
exercises. Walking is the best.
— jcooper
November 16, 2003
I had surgery on 7/23/03. I have only lost 51 pounds. I feel worried all
the time that I am never going to get to were I want to be. I have been on
a plateau the last couple weeks and I feel like I won't lose any more
weight. It is scary. I also know that my mind could be hindering my
weight loss efforts because I think negatively. I know I have to BELIEVE
that I will get to my goal weight someday for me to get there. That is so
hard though! It does make me feel better to see that there are a lot of
other people out there that is going through this too! Good Luck.
— Kristi A.
November 19, 2003
Hi Debbie, I do not think it is age. I am also 48 years young :) I had open
rny 07/28/03 and have lost 80 pounds. I believe that each of us are
different and will lose at our own rate. I eat protein first, low carbs and
drink at least one whey protein shake a day. I eat 3 times a day and do not
snack at all. I drink liquids all the time. (water has become my best
friend) take my vitamins daily (centrum chewable) I walk every day and go
to the gym at least 3 times a week. I go to see my primary doctor at least
once a month, she would not agree to the WLS unless I came to her and she
could follow my progress and keep track of my health monthly. (blood work
sucks but must be to make sure I stay healthy) She is super and so
supportive. But from what I seen from other friends who have had wls and
read on this board you will lose at your own rate and learn to use your
tool to your advantage. So don't stress just do what your doctor says and
enjoy the ride...........May it be a sweet ride for you. DebbyB/IA
— DebbyB
April 16, 2009
I'm losing very slowly. I've only lost 45 pounds and I am
7 months post op. I exercise 4-5 times a week, eat low carb and high
protein. I've been stuck at 180 for about 2 months now. I've tried changing
routines, diets, nothing seems to work. I'm worried my weight loss may be
over. What if I
stretched my stomach out? I eat 1/3 of what I used to eat.
I still have 45 pounds to go!
Linda
— lswitzer
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