LynnV1964

I am so glad I did the esg! I was at the low end of the BMI range (31) for the procedure. Thought I would lose very slowly but that was not the case! I’m 9 weeks post op and have lost 33lbs. Last 4 weeks I’ve lost 3 or 4 lbs each week! You do need to follow your dr instructions exactly....protein and Water are key.

My BMI was 30.1 before surgery. Only qualified for ESG. I wasn’t worried about losing too much but I did lose more than I expected. 204lbs SW. 120lbs CW. I’m 5’7” so I’m thin but I feel fantastic, health is great and I’ve maintained for almost 1.5 years.

I am 2 years post op now. That’s just what happened initially. Maintaining for over 1 year at 120lbs and try to eat at least 1800 cals a day

I started losing immediately after procedure. By my one week follow up I was down 11lbs! 5 was from the 2 day clear liquid diet before procedure. I lost 84lbs in 8-9 months. Only intended to lose about 55lbs but it kept going. You can put the brakes on the weight loss by upping your carbs and healthy fats to get more calories in

I had one stall at the change from Clear Liquids to purée but only for 1 week

My BMI was 30.1 before surgery. Only qualified for ESG. I wasn’t worried about losing too much but I did lose more than I expected. 204lbs SW. 120lbs CW. I’m 5’7” so I’m thin but I feel fantastic, health is great and I’ve maintained for almost 1.5 years.

I am 2 years post op now. That’s just what happened initially. Maintaining for over 1 year at 120lbs and try to eat at least 1800 cals a day

I started losing immediately after procedure. By my one week follow up I was down 11lbs! 5 was from the 2 day clear liquid diet before procedure. I lost 84lbs in 8-9 months. Only intended to lose about 55lbs but it kept going. You can put the brakes on the weight loss by upping your carbs and healthy fats to get more calories in

I had one stall at the change from Clear Liquids to purée but only for 1 week

You may need to add in more calorie dense foods and fats and cut back on the veggies a bit. They do fill you up and are healthy but don’t give much as far as calories go.

You may need to add in more calorie dense foods and fats and cut back on the veggies a bit. They do fill you up and are healthy but don’t give much as far as calories go.

That is odd! Not sure how you are expected to maintain if you eat the same calories that make you lose... I don’t think it could hurt to add 100 cal a day for a week or two at a time to see where you stop losing. That’s how I found my maintenance level (1600-1900....so far. Maybe I could do 2000?). Then again I’m not your nutritionist or dr. Are there other nutritionist at the surgeons office you could call and talk to? Or could you talk directly to the surgeon or a PA to get their thoughts on this?

That is odd! Not sure how you are expected to maintain if you eat the same calories that make you lose... I don’t think it could hurt to add 100 cal a day for a week or two at a time to see where you stop losing. That’s how I found my maintenance level (1600-1900....so far. Maybe I could do 2000?). Then again I’m not your nutritionist or dr. Are there other nutritionist at the surgeons office you could call and talk to? Or could you talk directly to the surgeon or a PA to get their thoughts on this?

That is odd! Not sure how you are expected to maintain if you eat the same calories that make you lose... I don’t think it could hurt to add 100 cal a day for a week or two at a time to see where you stop losing. That’s how I found my maintenance level (1600-1900....so far. Maybe I could do 2000?). Then again I’m not your nutritionist or dr. Are there other nutritionist at the surgeons office you could call and talk to? Or could you talk directly to the surgeon or a PA to get their thoughts on this?

It takes awhile to add calories and can kind of freak you out a bit. We are used to being on a certain plan and to start stretching it a bit and allowing formerly forbidden foods (carbs) is weird. I guarantee if you do this gradually and focus on good carbs (a little rice is ok if you can tolerate it) it will be ok. Getting past 800 cal a day was my first hurdle. I did it in 100 cal per day increments and once comfortable with that I added another 100. I still don’t do noodles at all and only have bread about 1x a week. I’m at 1600 to 1900 cal per day depending on my activity level and desire to eat. Hang in there....it gets easier as you see you won’t gain weight back if you stay mindful of what and how you eat!

It takes awhile to add calories and can kind of freak you out a bit. We are used to being on a certain plan and to start stretching it a bit and allowing formerly forbidden foods (carbs) is weird. I guarantee if you do this gradually and focus on good carbs (a little rice is ok if you can tolerate it) it will be ok. Getting past 800 cal a day was my first hurdle. I did it in 100 cal per day increments and once comfortable with that I added another 100. I still don’t do noodles at all and only have bread about 1x a week. I’m at 1600 to 1900 cal per day depending on my activity level and desire to eat. Hang in there....it gets easier as you see you won’t gain weight back if you stay mindful of what and how you eat!

It takes awhile to add calories and can kind of freak you out a bit. We are used to being on a certain plan and to start stretching it a bit and allowing formerly forbidden foods (carbs) is weird. I guarantee if you do this gradually and focus on good carbs (a little rice is ok if you can tolerate it) it will be ok. Getting past 800 cal a day was my first hurdle. I did it in 100 cal per day increments and once comfortable with that I added another 100. I still don’t do noodles at all and only have bread about 1x a week. I’m at 1600 to 1900 cal per day depending on my activity level and desire to eat. Hang in there....it gets easier as you see you won’t gain weight back if you stay mindful of what and how you eat!

I found Weight loss surgery podcasts the other day. The first one I listened to (while on a 4 mile walk) was about food addiction. Very informative. If you listen you will see that your surgery will be the break you need to reset your body and calm it eliminate those good addictions.

It takes awhile to add calories and can kind of freak you out a bit. We are used to being on a certain plan and to start stretching it a bit and allowing formerly forbidden foods (carbs) is weird. I guarantee if you do this gradually and focus on good carbs (a little rice is ok if you can tolerate it) it will be ok. Getting past 800 cal a day was my first hurdle. I did it in 100 cal per day increments and once comfortable with that I added another 100. I still don’t do noodles at all and only have bread about 1x a week. I’m at 1600 to 1900 cal per day depending on my activity level and desire to eat. Hang in there....it gets easier as you see you won’t gain weight back if you stay mindful of what and how you eat!

It takes awhile to add calories and can kind of freak you out a bit. We are used to being on a certain plan and to start stretching it a bit and allowing formerly forbidden foods (carbs) is weird. I guarantee if you do this gradually and focus on good carbs (a little rice is ok if you can tolerate it) it will be ok. Getting past 800 cal a day was my first hurdle. I did it in 100 cal per day increments and once comfortable with that I added another 100. I still don’t do noodles at all and only have bread about 1x a week. I’m at 1600 to 1900 cal per day depending on my activity level and desire to eat. Hang in there....it gets easier as you see you won’t gain weight back if you stay mindful of what and how you eat!

Like, what is so wrong with using exercise and fitness as a coping mechanism for stress and self-esteem of you aren't doing it to the point of injuring yourself or making yourself sick? It's a new hobby... get over it.

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I finished the triathlon today! No speed records, mind you, but I finished it. The final home stretch was so emotional for me, as I considered where I was 8 months ago. This would not have even been remotely possible then with 110 extra pounds and joints that were giving up the ghost. I feel so grateful for the life that has been given back to me. By the time I got to the finish line, with all the cheering, cow bells, finishing medal around my neck, I was in tears. What an amazing milestone. I will never forget this day and what it represents - a new life with new horizons I cannot yet even imagine. I feel good - not totally drained like I expected. No NSAIDs, either. What an experience. I hope everyone of us has a milestone achievement that redefines us as empowered individuals.

I found Weight loss surgery podcasts the other day. The first one I listened to (while on a 4 mile walk) was about food addiction. Very informative. If you listen you will see that your surgery will be the break you need to reset your body and calm it eliminate those good addictions.

I found Weight loss surgery podcasts the other day. The first one I listened to (while on a 4 mile walk) was about food addiction. Very informative. If you listen you will see that your surgery will be the break you need to reset your body and calm it eliminate those good addictions.

...every now and then that is! Where in the world did bus come from?!😂

Definitely try a higher calorie shake if some sort if the volume of food is difficult. I actually have an Ensure every bus and then to help keep calories up. Our tummies only hold so much but can def handle a 8oz 220 calorie drink!

Definitely try a higher calorie shake if some sort if the volume of food is difficult. I actually have an Ensure every bus and then to help keep calories up. Our tummies only hold so much but can def handle a 8oz 220 calorie drink!