I was in a stall then slowly lost another 2 lbs. then suddenly I lost 5 lbs in 5 days. Now I'm back to slowly losing again. What's with that?

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Since you haven't given any specifics regarding whether you are pre or post-op; what food stage you're in, what your eating habits are, and even if you're male or female, it's kind of hard to answer!

Generally speaking, the body is constantly adjusting to it's environment and reevaluating what it needs to do biochemically to adapt. So if you're losing weight in "patches" (as most of us do), it's because your body is reacting to fewer calories, changing food amount/type intake, hormonal shifts, exercise (or lack of), etc.

You are not a static human being that is identical all the time, so your body needs time to "catch up" to the current situation. By the time it does, you've moved on and are introducing whole new set of variables.

As long as you stick to your plan (be it pre-op, post-op or whatever), consistency will get you to your goals. This journey is a marathon, not a sprint. Use this time to build up your new good habits, work through frustrations with a balanced approach and try not to be reactive to the scale.

Better yet, measure your progress in other ways (fitness level, clothing fit, body measurements, stamina, quality of sleep or energy levels, etc.). The scale can be deceptive and demotivating at the best of times.

Yep. I was roughly the same weight for 7 or 8 days. Then I dropped 3.5 pounds last night.

I'll be interested to see if that's how I lose. Historically it is, a week of a big loss followed by one of no loss, and two of little losses. My scale finally moved a pound after a 2 week stall so the next couple weeks will tell if I'm going to continue to lose the same way

I am am complete and total stair-step loser. Nothing for a few days to a week and then 6 lbs in one week. I am in a stall now that has lasted a week and a half- I am hoping for a decent loss when I weigh a week from Sunday...

-Kendra

Webchickadee -I'm 6 weeks post op. female last i checked... I'm still doing soft foods even though starting today is supposed to be my beginning of regular foods stage. I'm just a little nervous about that.

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Webchickadee -I'm 6 weeks post op. female last i checked... I'm still doing soft foods even though starting today is supposed to be my beginning of regular foods stage. I'm just a little nervous about that.

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I was about to post the same thing! I was sleeved 2/27, and the thought of eating real food scares me . Let me know when your adventurous and give it a go!

Webchickadee -I'm 6 weeks post op. female last i checked... I'm still doing soft foods even though starting today is supposed to be my beginning of regular foods stage. I'm just a little nervous about that.

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I was about to post the same thing! I was sleeved 2/27, and the thought of eating real food scares me . Let me know when your adventurous and give it a go!

You'll both be fine! Just start very slow as this is a big change and you poor stomachs are still actively healing (and will be for some months to come). Eat VERY slowly, put your utensil down between bites and assess how you feel.

Your capacity for solid food is very very small in the beginning and you need to give your brain time to catch up with your stomach while you eat. Since you don't have stretch receptors to convey the "full" message to the brain anymore, you need to "listen" for other signals telling you you've had enough. Some people hiccup, others yawn, the signs and symptoms are as varied as us sleevers! I measure my food (have since the beginning) to avoid overeating, especially since my eyes and brain STILL think I can eat more than my stomach can hold. That way I know I've put "x" oz. of food on my plate and that should be enough to fill me, but not too much! I've overeaten a few times and it results in pain, slimies and big discomfort. Luckily I've never gone so far as to have to vomit!

Make sure you follow the "no liquids" 30 min before, during or 30 after a meal. Very important, especially in the early stages. Go slow and find out what works for you and be prepared for that to change quite rapidly (possibly from one day to the next), especially in the beginning. You may not tolerate certain types of food (eggs and dairy are somethings a problem, especially early on), and you may find you don't even like foods you LOVED before. Take things in stride. Things will change and "normalize" over time.

Good luck and let us know how it goes! Lots of great people here on VST to help you.

You'll both be fine! Just start very slow as this is a big change and you poor stomachs are still actively healing (and will be for some months to come). Eat VERY slowly' date=' put your utensil down between bites and assess how you feel.

Your capacity for solid food is very very small in the beginning and you need to give your brain time to catch up with your stomach while you eat. Since you don't have stretch receptors to convey the "full" message to the brain anymore, you need to "listen" for other signals telling you you've had enough. Some people hiccup, others yawn, the signs and symptoms are as varied as us sleevers! I measure my food (have since the beginning) to avoid overeating, especially since my eyes and brain STILL think I can eat more than my stomach can hold. That way I know I've put "x" oz. of food on my plate and that should be enough to fill me, but not too much! I've overeaten a few times and it results in pain, slimies and big discomfort. Luckily I've never gone so far as to have to vomit!

Make sure you follow the "no liquids" 30 min before, during or 30 after a meal. Very important, especially in the early stages. Go slow and find out what works for you and be prepared for that to change quite rapidly (possibly from one day to the next), especially in the beginning. You may not tolerate certain types of food (eggs and dairy are somethings a problem, especially early on), and you may find you don't even like foods you LOVED before. Take things in stride. Things will change and "normalize" over time.

Good luck and let us know how it goes! Lots of great people here on VST to help you.[/quote']

Hpw long has it been since,you've had yours?:-) and what were eating one month ojt?

You'll both be fine! Just start very slow as this is a big change and you poor stomachs are still actively healing (and will be for some months to come). Eat VERY slowly' date=' put your utensil down between bites and assess how you feel.

Your capacity for solid food is very very small in the beginning and you need to give your brain time to catch up with your stomach while you eat. Since you don't have stretch receptors to convey the "full" message to the brain anymore, you need to "listen" for other signals telling you you've had enough. Some people hiccup, others yawn, the signs and symptoms are as varied as us sleevers! I measure my food (have since the beginning) to avoid overeating, especially since my eyes and brain STILL think I can eat more than my stomach can hold. That way I know I've put "x" oz. of food on my plate and that should be enough to fill me, but not too much! I've overeaten a few times and it results in pain, slimies and big discomfort. Luckily I've never gone so far as to have to vomit!

Make sure you follow the "no liquids" 30 min before, during or 30 after a meal. Very important, especially in the early stages. Go slow and find out what works for you and be prepared for that to change quite rapidly (possibly from one day to the next), especially in the beginning. You may not tolerate certain types of food (eggs and dairy are somethings a problem, especially early on), and you may find you don't even like foods you LOVED before. Take things in stride. Things will change and "normalize" over time.

Good luck and let us know how it goes! Lots of great people here on VST to help you.[/quote']

Thank you so much--- that really helps me feel better!!!

Gastrectomy on 3/12/13. I have only lost a small amount of weight 17.6. I was in a stall for 2 weeks. I know what you are thinking, only 4 weeks post op and 17.6 (with 2 stall weeks). But it has been really hard to stall in weight loss. I thought it would fall off like butter melting off hot corn.

It will come off, we can't lose hope! Hang in there!

Gastrectomy on 3/12/13. I have only lost a small amount of weight 17.6. I was in a stall for 2 weeks. I know what you are thinking' date=' only 4 weeks post op and 17.6 (with 2 stall weeks). But it has been really hard to stall in weight loss. I thought it would fall off like butter melting off hot corn.

It will come off, we can't lose hope! Hang in there! [/quote']

We were sleeved the same,day.. I think ive lost the,same dont worry

I've lost the same amount

I haven't stalled though (to me a stall this early out is more than 4 days or so at the same weight). My weight loss has been slow and steady and I'm happy with that. So proud of my progress!

My weight ebbs and flows as well, it was consistent loss in the beginning now a bit more sporadic. But still in the downward direction, which is absolutely thrilling!! Best wishes :-D

Very normal, same as any diet. Just stick to your program and pretty soon you'll be amazed!!