Today is my one-month surgiversary and I've lost only 5 lb.

I did a 10 day pre-op diet and did not lose weight, but my liver looked great, so that was enough for me.

I lost 5 lb the first week or so, then 2 the following week. I gained the 2 lb back shortly after, and have lost nothing since then.

I eat 600-700 calories a day, and try to stay high Protein, low carb and minimal processed food. I don't even have the desire to cheat and have only felt intense hunger once. I walk my dog on a two mile route each day, and just started adding the elliptical in for 30 minutes. My clothes are slightly looser, in the mild way you'd expect after losing 5 lb.

I believe I must have some hormonal condition or something impeding my progress. Did anyone experience this? If so, what medications or dietary changes made the difference for you? I can't see a dr until March, but I want to go armed with some knowledge.

Some background info: I'm not diabetic and don't have PCOS. Not menopausal. Thyroid levels were normal as of 18 months ago, not sure now.

Today is my one-month surgiversary and I've lost only 5 lb. I did a 10 day pre-op diet and did not lose weight, but my liver looked great, so that was enough for me. I lost 5 lb the first week or so, then 2 the following week. I gained the 2 lb back shortly after, and have lost nothing since then. I eat 600-700 calories a day, and try to stay high Protein, low carb and minimal processed food. I don't even have the desire to cheat and have only felt intense hunger once. I walk my dog on a two mile route each day, and just started adding the elliptical in for 30 minutes. My clothes are slightly looser, in the mild way you'd expect after losing 5 lb. I believe I must have some hormonal condition or something impeding my progress. Did anyone experience this? If so, what medications or dietary changes made the difference for you? I can't see a dr until March, but I want to go armed with some knowledge. Some background info: I'm not diabetic and don't have PCOS. Not menopausal. Thyroid levels were normal as of 18 months ago, not sure now.

Well, its 5 pounds that are gone forever. So many sleevers start off slow and loose 95+ lbs by their one year...one month is no measure of your long term success....

There are tons of stories about "slow losers..."

Chin up :-)

Shel

I understand that patience is a virtue, however I've read time and again not to "squander" the magical first six month window. I just want to make the most of it.

It's worth talking over with your doctor and/or nutritionist, just so if there is something funky, they can check it out. I asked my nutritionist what the suggested caloric intake was post-op, and here's what she said:

Week 1 through Week 3 (Bariatric Liquids): You are likely consuming 350-400 calories, at the most.

Week 3 through Week 6 (Bariatric Soft): You are likely consuming 400-500 calories.

Week 6 through Month 3: 500-600 calories.

Month 4 through Year 1: 700-800 calories

At weight maintenance: 1000 calories

Of course, it turns out that 2 weeks out, I'm having about 500 calories, and am not hitting the 30 grams of carbs goal they set, so... there's tweaking to be done.

I'm so sorry! That must be so frustrating!!!! I wish I had something to offer you.

You've consulted with your Dr/Nut I am sure. Did they have any advice or input?

Wombat, that's interesting. Maybe I'll try to cut back 100 or so.

@jess, my dr suggested adding a few calories, but I gained. They suggested more activity, but I just started with that, so we'll see. I don't have a NUT, but have had them in the past.

@jess, my dr suggested adding a few calories, but I gained. They suggested more activity, but I just started with that, so we'll see. I don't have a NUT, but have had them in the past.

Crazy! Is your dr concerned with what you are going thru? Have any explanations for you?

My bariatric clinic reaches out to me about once a week. They are so nice but they're in mexico, so I need to find a local dr for follow up blood work.