I have been banded for 6 days and I have lost 12 pounds so far. I pretty much living on 1 protein shake, some broth, and popsicles. I was wondering if once I start eating solid food, will I gain some weight back. I intend on following a low cal. diet, and exercise. Has anyone experienced weight gain after they were back on solids?

Yes, i gained a few pounds back after return to solids. It quickly came back off. Follow a low cal, high Protein diet. Exercise. Realize your weight is a range during the day. Early in the day it is low. It is lower after you exercise. It is highest at night. When you are dehydrated, it will be lower.

Do not be frustrated with weight fluctations. If you follow your plan, write down what you eat, keep calories down, and protein up, and work out you will lose 1 to 3 pounds a week. It is harder to lose more, it is easy to lose less.

Your scar will heal. Let it air out. In a couple of months, use the scar cream you get at the pharmacy. In a year or so, it will fade. Also, use Cocoa butter lotion to reduce stretch marks in areas where you have extra skin.

You are on a good path. Don't let your head get frustrated by expecting results faster than possible. Be realistic, and you will be happy.

Good luck.

TJ

Is there a brand name for that scar cream? I have never seen it in the pharmacy.

Is there a brand name for that scar cream? I have never seen it in the pharmacy.

Mederma, but Vitamin E also works well and it is less expensive.

Mederma, but Vitamin E also works well and it is less expensive.

Thanks I'll look out for it!

Yes, it's pretty common to gain a little--but you have to remember, it's more a function of having extra bulk in the gut than anything else.

You'll see lots of fluctuations as you lose--it won't be a clear downward shot. But with your good plans in place, you're going to do great.

I use bio oil and La Mer