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When I first got my sleeve, I worried about not losing weight. I was obsessed with the scale. I know I lost the most of my weight in the first 2 months. My first month I lost about 20 lbs my second month close to the same. since losing 60lbs my weight has come to a screatching stall. I have stall after stall after stall.. I lose two lbs.. stall for weeks...lose another lbs.. stall.. its the nature of the beast. I had a melt down recently thinking that I "stretched" my pouch. Truth is that is hard to do. We get scared and think we stretched our pouch when in reality sub-consciously when know we are not doing what we should be doing. Go back to basics... weigh your food. Depending on how far out you are don't eat over 4-6 oz of food. Choose healthy options, Protein first, and drink that water! Keep exercising and going to the gym... this is my biggest down fall... I am with you, I need to reset my mind.. not my pouch.. that is myth btw.

Just thought, when I was on "pureed" stage, I was told that I could eat any type or Protein, doesn't need to be pureed, just chew a lot and make it mush in my mouth before I swallow... I ate chicken, tune, fish and so on my "pureed" stage.. it worked out fine. Good luck!

Just thought, when I was on "pureed" stage, I was told that I could eat any type or Protein, doesn't need to be pureed, just chew a lot and make it mush in my mouth before I swallow... I ate chicken, tune, fish and so on my "pureed" stage.. it worked out fine. Good luck!

I have mentioned it to my NUT who simply states I am probably not taking in enough calories to maintain exercise. I think that has a lot to do with it because when I don't do vigorous activity I am fine. I can walk fine but its when I try to do something like running on the treadmill.. I don't know if dizzy is the correct word to use.. maybe just very tired, and sometimes nauseous. I am due to have my blood work checked. My 6 month follow up is in September, we shall see what they say. Thank you for the advice, and I will look into all of those things. I am definitely not dehydrated... big Water drinker... I think it has to do with my Vitamins being off. Again, thank you and I will be bringing up all my issue as my next appointment.

There are different degree's of dumping. I would say that was your bodys way of saying what you are did not agree with your sleeve... Perhaps also the gas from the Beans? I know I have had situations like that where I just had a lot of siliva coming from my mouth. Almost like you're going to vomit, but never actually do vomit...it goes away pretty fast. The stomach ache, head ache, need to lie down feeling is definitely the dumping portion of that. I usually need to try and relax as much as possible and lay down as well till it passes... usually takes 20-45 minutes. I hope you're okay, good luck with that in the future.

When I first got my sleeve, I worried about not losing weight. I was obsessed with the scale. I know I lost the most of my weight in the first 2 months. My first month I lost about 20 lbs my second month close to the same. since losing 60lbs my weight has come to a screatching stall. I have stall after stall after stall.. I lose two lbs.. stall for weeks...lose another lbs.. stall.. its the nature of the beast. I had a melt down recently thinking that I "stretched" my pouch. Truth is that is hard to do. We get scared and think we stretched our pouch when in reality sub-consciously when know we are not doing what we should be doing. Go back to basics... weigh your food. Depending on how far out you are don't eat over 4-6 oz of food. Choose healthy options, Protein first, and drink that water! Keep exercising and going to the gym... this is my biggest down fall... I am with you, I need to reset my mind.. not my pouch.. that is myth btw.

I have mentioned it to my NUT who simply states I am probably not taking in enough calories to maintain exercise. I think that has a lot to do with it because when I don't do vigorous activity I am fine. I can walk fine but its when I try to do something like running on the treadmill.. I don't know if dizzy is the correct word to use.. maybe just very tired, and sometimes nauseous. I am due to have my blood work checked. My 6 month follow up is in September, we shall see what they say. Thank you for the advice, and I will look into all of those things. I am definitely not dehydrated... big Water drinker... I think it has to do with my Vitamins being off. Again, thank you and I will be bringing up all my issue as my next appointment.

My bff and I are both having vsg surgery soon and I was excited untill lately. We have a pretty small social circle about 5 or 10 people, everyone seems to be so excited and supportive of her but they hardly care about me. At first I thought it was me so I stepped back and now I see that there is more support for her.
I also noticed that she's been making this journey a competition when I just wanted to enjoy it. Like when I got my refferal she pulled ou a 2 year old one and switched to my insurance since it covers the surgery. Then she decided to also choose the same surgeon. And now that I have my first visit scheduled she wants to go with me since her referal hasn't been approved, she's hopping to piggy ban the appointment.
I don't want to suffer but I also want to make this journey enjoyable and simple for her.

Hello everyone! I'm new on here. I was sleeved on 6/19/17 and here lately my moods swings are just uncontrollable! I'm happy then crying or mad at the world and for no reason! Can Anyone else relate to this? Am I the only one

I'm concerned to hear you get dizzy with exercise. Have you mentioned this to your health care team?
Dizziness can be a sign of blood pressure problems, blood sugar problems, dehydration, etc.
One thing that happens to many of us is our electrolytes get out of whack. Potassium, sodium, magnesium, etc. Low sodium v8 is a fabulous source of potassium. Coconut Water is good too (if you can't tolerate tomatoes).
Here is an article talking about electrolytes:
https://draxe.com/electrolyte-imbalance/

You are very welcome. We all need encouragement and support at times throughout our journeys. This is not easy!!
I know everyone has their own unique struggles to overcome, but we all can relate in one way or another.
I'm glad you are doing better.

Here's a good chart for you with average weight loss.

Thank you so much for reaching out to me. I am doing much better today. I guess I am not doing so bad. I just have my days and moments when mentally it all gets to me. To answer some of your questions, I do track my food daily (most of the time, i would say 90%), I will start adding more exercise. I guess i feel like if its not high impact i'm not really working out. You are right about taking Vitamins. I do try to make sure to take them its just hard some times. I am going to try and change things up and keep positive. thank you so much. Your kind words really are great to hear and helped me out of my funk.

Hi my fellow loser(weight)...
Im at 4-5 months out have been the same weight for so long it seems almost
6 weeks I only lost 1-2 pounds its been difficult but I am also okay with my weight
where I am now......I rarely exercise for the same reason weak and other muscle/neurological issues I am having...although I am very active. I am anxious to break that 10 lbs loss I had so much easier in the beginning but those times are changing cravings came back although I don't give in they are there...stay focused it will all happen in time...! Good luck!

I had a big stall in my 5th month, it lasted 5 weeks and when it finally broke my weightloss has been different, all part of the process according to my NUT. I was losing 2-3 pounds a week prior to 5 months. Since then I usually only lose 2 weeks a month, the week of and after my cycle I haven't lost anything in 2 months. I also only lose about 1-2 pounds most weeks when I do lose. I find that in order to break a stall I have to get lots of Protein and then change my eating habits to shock my body a bit so I will eat a day of low calories then higher calories the next day or two then low again until the stall breaks. Also make sure your tracking your food!

Don't get discouraged, I know easy to say right. But it's true, I think you're doing great! 60lbs!?! That's awesome. From what I've read on here a month stall is not that uncommon. You'll break through it, just focus on each day. Also, what about inches, often I find when I haven't lost weight I did lose some size. As far as on track we all lose differently, I don't think you're far off of the median, some lose more some lose less.
If you haven't started to work out, i strongly encourage that. Your metabolism has probably adjusted to your new habits and you need to reboot the system. Start by just walking for minutes 3x a day, then start to increase it. Or get on the stationary bike. Make sure you're drinking enough Water too.
Also, mix up your diet with new/different healthy food.
I've been stalled the last few weeks +/- 2lbs but I did fit into smaller jeans this morning so that gave me a boost.
Remember all the weight loss stats are based on a 1 year, you're not even half way there!
You'll get there, I just know it!

You need to reach out to your medical team now. They will help you. You are not the only person who feels this way and they have seen it before. Be honest, they will help you, no one will be mad at you.

I wanted to reach out to you and give you encouragement. I am just about three months out and I can already tell that it will get harder with every passing month. What has worked for me is to keep remembering why I am doing this. You have lost 60 lbs. and that is something to be proud of!!
My advice is for you to continue to search inward and realize your faults. We all have them. It seems like you have a pretty good idea of what you are doing wrong. You must find your motivation. This has to come from within. You have to follow an eating plan that is sustainable within the guidlines you were given from your doc/nut.
Are you tracking your foods daily? This is important so you know exactly what you are consuming in a day. Your exercise does not have to be high impact if that makes you dizzy. Walking everyday works. Find an activity that you like so it will be easier to form a habit of doing it. Change your vitiams if you need to, but make sure you are taking them everyday, it is very important and it could be why you have low energy. Stay away from the slider foods. Ask yourself if what you are about to eat is worth it?? If you are battling an eating disorder reach out for help. Talk to your doctor about your struggles.
You can get on track and start losing again. Change up your routine to try and break this stall. Have faith in yourself!!! Keep posting for support. I wish you the best.