christina1979

I had surgery 10/2014 so I'm not quite at 6 mths yet. I've lost 96 lbs which I am SUPER PROUD of so in no way is my question meant to negate that. I was just wondering though, at what point are you out of the rapid weight loss phase and really need to push? Even given the dramatic weight loss, I'm still 50 lbs from my recommended/goal weight but I've pretty much kinda plateaued the last few weeks and no matter what I do, it doesn't really budge.

I was sleeved in October and have had blood done once. All #s were perfect but still had the Hair loss. I started taking the highest dose of Biotin I could find and washed my hair with a biotin-fortified Shampoo. I still have a little hair loss but it's definitely improving. Doc says starts slowing down around 6 mths

I confirmed that the ham was coated in a brown sugar/honey sauce. I'm not a big fan of turkey so I had more ham than turkey. I know I didn't eat a lot because I actually had less than my typical meal. Not sure what else it would be but regardless I feel like "????". Just wanted to make sure I was safe to drink because I definitely don't want to feel worse than this. Kinda embarrassing that I'm getting sick at work ????

I confirmed that the ham was coated in a brown sugar/honey sauce. I'm not a big fan of turkey so I had more ham than turkey. I know I didn't eat a lot because I actually had less than my typical meal. Not sure what else it would be but regardless I feel like "????". Just wanted to make sure I was safe to drink because I definitely don't want to feel worse than this. Kinda embarrassing that I'm getting sick at work ????

I just had some turkey (white meat no skin) and ham. Wanted to stick with the higher Protein since I'd only be able to eat a little. I think the ham may have been made with brown sugar though. My fault for not asking ????

I believe I'm in the middle of a bout with dumping syndrome. We had a company Thanksgiving potluck and although I ate very very little, I think some of what I thought was "safe" really wasn't and now I feel horrible. It's been past the required 30 minutes to drink and I'm so thirsty but I'm worried it may make it worse. Does anyone know of I'm at least ok to drink while I wait for this to pass??? FYI, this totally sucks

I believe I'm in the middle of a bout with dumping syndrome. We had a company Thanksgiving potluck and although I ate very very little, I think some of what I thought was "safe" really wasn't and now I feel horrible. It's been past the required 30 minutes to drink and I'm so thirsty but I'm worried it may make it worse. Does anyone know of I'm at least ok to drink while I wait for this to pass??? FYI, this totally sucks

I think I'm going to try your JEANS idea. .matter of fact I'm going in there to get them right now . Got a brand new pair of Levis about 2 years ago at good will...still haven't gotten into then but have held onto them. .which is weird cuz i dint hold onto anything except weight lol. I'm still pre op btw.. 291 this morning. .haven't been able to hit that number for months.

I have a pair that I bought that I refused to get rid of because I felt that if I bought jeans that were too small and then decided later on to give a way, I was basically accepting my weight as is and was settling on it being a long term lifestyle. I think it's time to pull them out and use it as my short term goal. I try to measure myself since I know that even tho a scale may not budge, inches may. However, I'm completely not coordinated enough to get the tape around me. I always seems to twist it up or drop it ☺️

so, you think you should be different than everyone else and not have the stall? Have you ever went that many days in a row with very little/no calorie intake? Have you ever shocked your body with major surgery? Add in some patience and ability to understand that this stall is normal and the only thing you can do is ride it out. Be thankful you haven't gained weight because a lot of folks do... me included. Now look where I am.

In no way have I compared myself to others' weight losses or stalls. I am comparing my current weight loss with my previous attempts. Yes, I have been calorie-restricted before as surgery was not my first weight loss attempt but as I stated, I never stalled. I'm aware that everyone is different so I have no intention of comparing myself to Jill, Sarah, Bob, or Steve. I'm simply venting that I'm frustrated because I -as of right now- feel I was more successful dieting on my own. And after reading threads, it's a little comforting to know others are having the same issue thus letting me know I'm not broken or a failure. Thanks for the comment though. And good luck on your journey.

Thanks all. It's frustrating because I am getting in the Protein, Water, and exercise. I don't know what more I can do or what else I can add in

It's been a little over a month since I was sleeved and I've only lost 2 lbs in the last 2 weeks. Yes, I know about the stall and I've read up on it a million times but can't find the logic. Why when I dieted on my own did I never hit the stall but now I do? I feel like this was beyond a waste of time. It's frustrating to be on a regular diet that allows carbs and "cheat" days once in awhile and lose more weight than a surgery that has put me at such food restrictions. I seriously am getting depressed. I'm doing everything recommended and nothing. Doesn't seem like I get full like others do and I'm always wanting food, even tho I don't give in. Just wish I could turn back time & rethink my decision. Sorry for the complaining but then again, I need to get it out.

I stalled at week one and I'm almost 4 wks post op and I'm losing sooooooo damn slowly, it's making me question this whole thing. I dropped weight faster on my own before I looked to surgery. ????

I only eat the Zuppa Toscano so I'm not sure if I'm ready for all that

Thanks. I know the funny look. I was at an autumn festival and wanted something to drink so I asked a million questions about the hot chocolate and hot apple cider. It's funny to see their faces

So, tomorrow I'll be 3 weeks post op and on Saturday, I'll be 35. Of course, everyone wants to do some type of bday dinner so any advice on where to go or what to eat this early on?? The tradition has always been Olive Garden but that clearly won't be happening.....

I've heard that but haven't experienced it. I did have the burp/hiccup today as I was eating scrabbled eggs so I quit eating right then and there. As for the throat sensation, I feel gurgles go up through my throat but not a food sensation

My surgery was the 10th and I stalled at about a week too. It finally moved a bit today but just a pound. I've been cleared for cardio so think I'm going to have to start doing more than just neighborhood walks.

I downloaded an app from iTunes called ProteinTracker. It costs about 4.00 but it lets you set the Protein goal and then also provides you with fat/carb percentages. Ever since I downloaded it, I've been able to hit my protein goal. I tried the FitnessPal since it was free but I wanted something more straightforward since protein is a prime focus. Don't mind paying a small fee if it keeps me where I need to be.

Yes, I get the feelng about halfway up my rib cage. So I assume it's the point where my stomach joins my throat.

That's very helpful because I actually feel that now and you're right, so not comfortable. Glad I read your post and quit eating lol. I'd probably be in alotta pain

My 1st sign I'm getting full is a feeling of bubbles moving around the food in my stomach, if I go past that stage (and eat a little more), I'll get this poking sensation where my throat and stomach meet - not a good feeling. I've only gone past the pokey threshold once, and I got this very painful tight feeling in my stomach. I quickly learned to eat slower and pay more attention to my new "full" signals. :-)

This pokey feeling - do you mean in the low sternum area, like center/low to cage area?

Forgive me but what in the world is a tupperware burp?? Lol

I posted once before about feeling like I'm missing the full signal and I was told since I'm on liquids, I probably wouldn't feel it. My diet has since progressed to more solid foods and I was just wondering what signs people experience when they get the full signal. I'm terrified of over doing it. I just ate some canned chicken and aside from some constant gurgling up through my throat, I have nothing else to go off of. Opinions please.

First thing ... be prepared for the normal stall at week 2-3 post-op.

Are you on soft or pureed? I advanced to pureed at week 3

Everyone keeps talking about this 2-4 week stall but I just started week 2 and I feel like I already started my stall at the end of week one. Is this common? I am so frustrated.....

"Only losing 6 pounds in a week" ???

What's only about. That's MAGNIFICENT!!!

Congrats!

Thank you. I need to get outta the habit of comparing myself to others. ????

I have a question that may get me in trouble. Does anyone else find it incredibly irritating that people that only need to lose 40 or 50 pounds are having this procedure? I mean, I wish I only had 40 pounds to lose and I don't think I would consider surgery if I did. I would try something else, first. Just my opinion and I mean no disrespect to anyone.

I guess I'll get in trouble with you-yes, very irritating. Grant it, we don't know their circumstance and unless they're cash paying, something is allowing them to get approved my insurance, but still.....this was a last resort for me. I tried for YEARS trying to lose it and after every diet I gained more than I lost. Hopefully this is my long term option.