Question:
What happened?

Over the 6 weeks I have not lost anything--matter of fact gained 3 lbs. I am 7 months Post-op from LAP/RNY. My weight loss pattern is none for 3 weeks then 5-6 lbs in a couple of days. I have lost 83 lbs and started at 353. I increased my water, workout and protein. My caloric intake is around 1200-1400 calories per day. I am so frustrated. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.    — Kelly P. (posted on January 26, 2004)

January 26, 2004
Don't stress yourself out.... You're doing great.... My Surgeon told me to eat 1,000 calories until goal and then to increase when goal is met... I myself will be 5 months out and this is my slowest month... I have only lost about 7lbs this month.. And my scale ALWAYs flucuates between 2-3lbs so your 3lbs gain is probably just water weight... I'm sure everything you are doing is fine.. Take Care
   — baybekmbrly

January 26, 2004
Well as Queen of the SLOW Losers I know how you feel. I lose a little gain it back... but always fluctuate around the same weight. I have lost a total of 64 lbs and I had surgery in August 2003. It is a frustrating thing I know but I am praying that God will carry us through to goal. All I can do and all you can do too is keep working the program.... protein, water, exercise! Something will give sooner or later.... for me maybe LATER. (smile) As long as it happens! God Bless!
   — Eleanore Davis