I had surgery 8/17 and the scale jumps between 9-11 lbs lost NEVER more. As I read, read and read others posts I see stats that look a hell of a lot better than mine in the same amount of time. People are really LOSING some weight and I don't understand why I'm not. It's super discouraging at this point especially when I'm hungry all the time. I can totally relate to the "will this surgery work for me fear".

I will admit that I haven't been able to keep my Protein shake down so I stopped trying to drink them. I was allowed to drink protein Day 10 from surgery date. I get really nauseated on my milk based whey protein and end up throwing it up. The ISOPUKE is disgusting and I can barely take a few sips. According to my diet plan I'm on liquids until Day 22 which is next week. At that point I hope to get in my protein from foods. I'm also going to GNC or the Vitamin Store to try to find some unflavored protein. I've mentioned in previous posts I've been really trying to get enough Water down. I'd say I'm probably drinking 40oz of water and maybe 20 oz of Cranberry or Ruby Red Grapefruit juce. I made the Ricotta back last night and did take a few small bites (had no stomach issues) of that because I"m HUNGRY 99.9% of the time. I also blended a bowl of Progresso Soup and had 1/2 cup servings for about a day (only did this for one day though). Other than that ... all I have is water and juice.

Maybe my body is in starvation mode and holding on to all the weight? I don't know what to do. I'm very discouraged at this point and really trying to keep hope alive. I feel like ... damn I did all this and I'm HUNGRY plus STILL not losing weight. The story of my life. When exactly is the "best losing period" that everyone speaks of? I'm scared that I'm already off to a slow start.

Just needed to vent ... break out the violins ...

Hello, I thought I'd chime in on the Isopure. The only way I can drink it is to mix it up sorta like a cocktail by mixing it with crystal lite or another drink mix, then add in some true lemon or true orange and ice. It isn't the best but it is drinkable. So try mixing it up with something you like--juice or crystal light, etc. Until you can get to a taste that is more palatable. Good luck!

You said you tried fat free cottage cheese...at this point you don't need to worry about calories because of the teeny tiny amount of food that you're consuming. I went for the 4% or 2% cottage cheese. I loved the little single serving cups (I could eat about half). I know you said you didn't like yogurt, but have you tried greek yogurt? I didn't really like it at first, but forced myself to keep eating it because it was easy on my stomach and now I love it. If you can do beans then refried beans are fantastic! Also mashed potatoes (add extra liquid to make them runny and maybe make them with milk to give you more protein).

Hi! I'm now almost 3 months out and I know exactly how you feel but your weight will come off. Please read my post on goals, slow losing, weight loss, and comparing ourselves to others. I hope this helps.

http://sliceofhealthyplease.blogspot.com/2011/08/excess-weight-and-goals-and-am-i-really.html

Also, I forgot to tell you that I am now down 55 lbs. which is more than my 3 month goal. I still have a couple of weeks to go before I hit 3 months. I still have many days were I feel like I'm a very slow loser but if I'm reaching the goals before the goal date, then I think I'm doing pretty good. Hang in there! It will happen for you.

Sorry I haven't changed my ticker or updated my blog with my new weight, just haven't had time.

Hi! I'm now almost 3 months out and I know exactly how you feel but your weight will come off. Please read my post on goals, slow losing, weight loss, and comparing ourselves to others. I hope this helps.

http://sliceofhealthyplease.blogspot.com/2011/08/excess-weight-and-goals-and-am-i-really.html

After surgery I could not tolerate the protein mixes. I used sugar free carnation instant breakfast and added 1/3 cup of dry milk powder to increase the protein. I know it was higher in carbs that what they recommended but it got my fluid and protein in. I also added the dry milk mix to chicken broth and added it to tomato soup when I was still on the liquid diet. I could not tolerate any juices at first as they were too sweet for me. I worked on fluids and then adding the protein. I also use the sugar free torina syrups to flavor the drinks (i get mine at World Market or in other areas they call them Cost Plus world Market. My weight loss was slow also in the beginning and I had gained 12 lbs with the iv fluids so I had to lose that to get back to even again. Hang in there.

I love to read all the posts this has been quite a journey...my surgeon is strict as heck..I started out 268 07/06/2011 and am at 220 09/12/2011 but he would like for me to be at 210...eating enough protein is challenging for me...the super sweet Nectar did not work...so I love the unflavored Unjury...mix with my yogurt, or in milk to get my liquid...watch the milk intake as it can make you constipated:~(

The one Nectar that I really love is the Caribbean Cooler great in water and avail on Amazon for the best price I have seen:~)

Keep up all the great work!!

Try the unjury chicken broth....you have to order it online....one scoop has 20 grams Protein....it is the only one I can get down...the shakes make me puke too. Also...I emailed them and they sent me a sample to try first. Also my doctor gave me some samples after I told him my prob with the shakes. Good luck!

I second the unjury chicken soup. I add 16 ounces of Water instead of 8 so it is less salty- and that 16 ounces counts towards fluids! Also, Vitalady.com sells one scoop samples of any of the Protein powders they sell- this helped me find a chocolate powder I liked after surgery since everything I liked before made me gag after. Once I found it I have it every morning mixed with decaf and ice. I also have an Unjury chicken soup every day (I am four months out) This way I am guaranteed 50 grams of protein and can try to get some veggies and fruit along with protein with my small meals. My sleeve, Thumbelina, holds 1/4 cup.

I remember well how vivid everything was for the first month or two- it seemed I would never be able to tolerate protein powders, or anything. IT GETS BETTER! I can eat almost anything now (except bread, rice etc.- but wouldn't want to anyway with my low carb regimen). Have faith!

I just bought some Gatorade today that has protein and is pretty good. It has 16 grams of protein in a 16 ounce bottle. It's not what I would use to get all my protein, but it's a good help for me.