Healing phase

[kate85 6]

I am 4 weeks post op and I have been told by a few people don't expect to loose weight at this time because you are healing. U won't lose weight until you get a fill. Is this correct.

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It really depends on you. The first 4-6 weeks post op are for healing. However, that's not to say you can't lose while healing. I started counting calories and measuring my portions from the day I got from the hospital and because of it I lost consistently right from the very beginning.

[PrincessNitaJ 8]

It really depends on you. The first 4-6 weeks post op are for healing. However' date=' that's not to say you can't lose while healing. I started counting calories and measuring my portions from the day I got from the hospital and because of it I lost consistently right from the very beginning.[/quote']

How many calories were you targeting.... 1000-1200?

[MiniMi 1,468]

It really depends on you. The first 4-6 weeks post op are for healing. However' date=' that's not to say you can't lose while healing. I started counting calories and measuring my portions from the day I got from the hospital and because of it I lost consistently right from the very beginning.[/quote']

That is a very good guideline to follow. I did the same thing. I also stayed about from high cal things and concentrated on making my own food instead of eating Taco Bell refried Beans. I just really started taking care of me!

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How many calories were you targeting.... 1000-1200?

yes, exactly that much. I still do to this day too,

[MiniMi 1,468]

How many calories were you targeting.... 1000-1200?

I target 850-950 but I think 1200 is more acceptable.

[j0anna 37]

My dr says 800-1200. I kinda stay around 900-1000 just in case I figured something wrong. Lol

[kate85 6]

I am eating around 700 to 1000 cal per day and walking 5-6km daily.

[junkbgone 0]

I'm sure it depends on the individual. At 2 weeks post op I had lost 14.5 lbs now at 4 weeks I'm down 17. I'm sure this will not continue as I increase my food.< /p>

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,722]

even during (healing) if you take in more calories then you will burn off, then yes you will gain..as missy said and others, making smart caloric choices is critical...the band will work but it works better if (we) help the band..and also, if the scale is not moving but you are losing inches, then you are losing weight..

[Jean McMillan 2,973]

So, have you lost any weight in the past 4 weeks?

Weight loss isn't actually the result of a fill. It's the result of consuming fewer calories than you burn (or burning more calories than you consume). Getting fills will make that easier for you because you will experience early and prolonged satiety (the sensation of having eaten enough food, which is not the same as feeling "full"). Also, keep in mind that just because you feel like your band isn't working yet (if that's the case), that doesn't mean it isn't working.

I lost weight before my first fill because I was following my dietitian's eating plan to the very best of my ability.

[kate85 6]

Yes I have lost weight. I have lost 27lbs in 6 weeks. I think that's good.

[jsws91 153]

that's great! glad to hear you are doing good.