I'm 20 days post-op and have only lost 15 lbs. The first week I lost 13 and the last two I have lost a total of 2. Really getting frustrated with myself. I don't regret the surgery, but sometimes I think "why the hell can't I eat what I want if I'm not losing and it's a stupid choice". The plus side is my diabetes is under control and that usually makes me see the bright side. What can I do to lose weight? I'm tired of being told "it don't just fall off" and I'm aware. I have lost a total of 50lbs since Feb and I worked hard to get the first 35 off!

Do you use my myfitnesspal?

If we could review your food diary and fitness log, we might be able to give you a few pointers if you think it might help.

Can I eat or drink before pre op visit....if not how long are restriction. Do I continue to do my daily Vitamins before pre op. I don't have my gallbladder, so that is not part of this pre op.

Also, how do you get enough Protein during clear liquid post op diet. what is the substitute is not shakes?

I'm not sure I understand--you've lost 15 lbs in 3 weeks, but you are worried you aren't losing weight? Do you mean bc 2 of that has been in the last 2 weeks and you feel that it should be quicker? It is very common in week 2 or week 3 for your weight loss to slow down a bit as your body adjusts. Just keep getting in at least 60-80 g of protein/day (or whatever your surgeon recommends) and and at least 60 to 80 oz of water a day. The scale will catch up! Try to weigh only once a week if you can...easier said than done. Hang in there--your progress with diabetes and 15 lbs in 3 weeks is GREAT! When was the last time you lost that much in that amount of time, knowing you would keep it off?

I am 32 days post-op. I did not lose any weight for 3 full weeks then this last week I lost 5 lbs. It will start coming off. Try not weighing yourself. Good luck!

Seriously? It doesn't just fall off...it takes time...everyone is different. And you will hit stalls. Stop weighing yourself. Go by how you feel...how your clothes fit. Numbers suck, ask anyone who takes math. Also, btw...the slower you lose the weight the better your body adjusts. You will get there. Good luck!

most people say when the pounds stall is when the inches fall - so your body may be rearranging for the 50 you've lost and there are other ways to measure. It's dfficult, I know, and I was in that - if it doesn't come off anyway why can't I eat what I want - had that issue with the band. being revised in two weeks...

Hoping to have better luck with this.