Hi Guys,

I am 5 months post-op. Since last 2-3 weeks I am noticing increased diet and hunger. Before that I was not even able to finish 1/2 portion of my meal and now I am able to eat double the amount of food. So I was wondering whether my sleeve is working or not? My weight is not going down since last 3-4 weeks. So I just wanted to know whether is this thing normal or should I make a call to my Dietitian. Because I am scared of gaining my weight again.

Thanks!

Stick to your surgeons instructions. As long as you're hitting your water and protein, you don't need to eat a larger portion just cause you can. Are you using some sort of nutrition tracker?

This is normal. Your sleeve heals, swelling decreases , and it relaxes, and volume capacity can increase. This is where the rubber meets the road. This is where WE have to do the work. Just because you can, does not mean you should eat more. Your sleeve will still offer restriction, but the right choices are important.

Stick to the volume limits and calorie restrictions your surgeon gave you. It requires diligence and mindful eating. The surgery is not going to do it for us. It comes down to the choices we make. Another thing to remember is that for most people weight doesn't just come off in a linear, steady fashion, especially after the first few months. It comes off a few pounds at a time, then you might plateau a while, then more will come off. The important thing is to follow your plan every day, all day. It's what we do for the long haul that makes the difference.

Stick to your surgeons instructions. As long as you're hitting your water and protein, you don't need to eat a larger portion just cause you can. Are you using some sort of nutrition tracker?

Thanks for replying! No I am not using any kind of nutrition tracker! and I am actually feeling hungry that is why I am eating more quantity.

This is normal. Your sleeve heals, swelling decreases , and it relaxes, and volume capacity can increase. This is where the rubber meets the road. This is where WE have to do the work. Just because you can, does not mean you should eat more. Your sleeve will still offer restriction, but the right choices are important.

Stick to the volume limits and calorie restrictions your surgeon gave you. It requires diligence and mindful eating. The surgery is not going to do it for us. It comes down to the choices we make. Another thing to remember is that for most people weight doesn't just come off in a linear, steady fashion, especially after the first few months. It comes off a few pounds at a time, then you might plateau a while, then more will come off. The important thing is to follow your plan every day, all day. It's what we do for the long haul that makes the difference.

Thanks MichiganChic! but I am noticing since last 2-3 weeks that I am making some bad choices related to my quality of food! Therefore I need to make sure I am making right choices because this is the time where I actually need to work hard!

A lot of people use MyFitnessPal to track calories and nutrients. I like Cron-O-Meter. Maybe do a little research and see if you can find a tool to help you stay in line. It's super helpful.

This is normal. Your sleeve heals, swelling decreases , and it relaxes, and volume capacity can increase. This is where the rubber meets the road. This is where WE have to do the work. Just because you can, does not mean you should eat more. Your sleeve will still offer restriction, but the right choices are important.

Stick to the volume limits and calorie restrictions your surgeon gave you. It requires diligence and mindful eating. The surgery is not going to do it for us. It comes down to the choices we make. Another thing to remember is that for most people weight doesn't just come off in a linear, steady fashion, especially after the first few months. It comes off a few pounds at a time, then you might plateau a while, then more will come off. The important thing is to follow your plan every day, all day. It's what we do for the long haul that makes the difference.

MichiganChic, your words of wisdom here say it all!

newlifesils, there is not a question whether the sleeve is "working." The question always becomes: "Is the sleeved one working the sleeve???" I can still hear my surgeon's words to me at my 3 month follow-up appt. He said to work especially hard to stay on the program in the first six to nine months because that's when your weight will come off the "easiest." For me, that really proved true (as usual, of course, everyone is different). I lost the majority of my weight in the first 10 months.

Especially be mindful of those starchy carbs that so easily can sneak back into your diet at this point (read: chips, crackers, Cookies, etc.). Not only do these do a serious number on stalling your weight loss, they also set you up for just wanting more and more of them. Stick to the lean Protein, fresh fruits & veggies--the stuff on your program. You'll be so glad you did!

Whether you choose to use My Fitness Pal or any other app, the important thing is that you find a method that works for YOU and your lifestyle. For me, I have to play a head game with myself by starting my day pretending I have 1200 calories to "spend" (just like I'd have $1200 to spend each day--oh I wish!). By the way, I'm 3 years out. Then all day as I log my food, I deduct my calories and when they're gone, I'm done for the day.

Hi, can anyone tell me if it's the same for everyone that at 5 months we can eat more, I thought it was around the 6 month mark.

Newlifesils - can you tell me how much you are eating a day, good or bad

Thanks for starting these thread . I'm also five months post opp. My hunger is also been increased almost double. Now my weigh has stop from getting reduced & fearing me to get increase in , well reading all post & helping me to get out of these. Thank u

Hi, can anyone tell me if it's the same for everyone that at 5 months we can eat more, I thought it was around the 6 month mark.

Newlifesils - can you tell me how much you are eating a day, good or bad

Hi Unhappysleever,

I am from India.. so my diet and your diet would be all together different! But if you want I can atleast tell you at what intervels I am eating and what kind of food!

Thanks for starting these thread . I'm also five months post opp. My hunger is also been increased almost double. Now my weigh has stop from getting reduced & fearing me to get increase in , well reading all post & helping me to get out of these. Thank u

Hi,

Same is happening with me! But I guess this is the time when we have to work hard and give our best!

All The Best!

This is normal. Your sleeve heals, swelling decreases , and it relaxes, and volume capacity can increase. This is where the rubber meets the road. This is where WE have to do the work. Just because you can, does not mean you should eat more. Your sleeve will still offer restriction, but the right choices are important.

Stick to the volume limits and calorie restrictions your surgeon gave you. It requires diligence and mindful eating. The surgery is not going to do it for us. It comes down to the choices we make. Another thing to remember is that for most people weight doesn't just come off in a linear, steady fashion, especially after the first few months. It comes off a few pounds at a time, then you might plateau a while, then more will come off. The important thing is to follow your plan every day, all day. It's what we do for the long haul that makes the difference.

MichiganChic, your words of wisdom here say it all!

newlifesils, there is not a question whether the sleeve is "working." The question always becomes: "Is the sleeved one working the sleeve???" I can still hear my surgeon's words to me at my 3 month follow-up appt. He said to work especially hard to stay on the program in the first six to nine months because that's when your weight will come off the "easiest." For me, that really proved true (as usual, of course, everyone is different). I lost the majority of my weight in the first 10 months.

Especially be mindful of those starchy carbs that so easily can sneak back into your diet at this point (read: chips, crackers, Cookies, etc.). Not only do these do a serious number on stalling your weight loss, they also set you up for just wanting more and more of them. Stick to the lean Protein, fresh fruits & veggies--the stuff on your program. You'll be so glad you did!

Whether you choose to use My Fitness Pal or any other app, the important thing is that you find a method that works for YOU and your lifestyle. For me, I have to play a head game with myself by starting my day pretending I have 1200 calories to "spend" (just like I'd have $1200 to spend each day--oh I wish!). By the way, I'm 3 years out. Then all day as I log my food, I deduct my calories and when they're gone, I'm done for the day.

Hi LilPrincessS,

I live in India! And I am a college going student with very hectic schedule! So it is really difficult for me to have proper diet! But despite of this I am trying my best to have balance my diet! But it is really difficult for me to do that! I am taking a break from my college of 5 weeks and will try to give my best shot during this time!

Anyways Thanks for replying!

In addition to all that has bed posted here, I'll add--my surgeon tells me that I will eat less if I'm eating protein because I will get full faster. That doesn't make sense to me because it seems that volume (of a food) is generally the same despite what kind of food it is. However, my experience tells me he is right. So, eat protein when you are hungry, not anything else. That has helped me (I'm at 7 months and have experienced increased hunger and capacity as you are).