Not losing any more weight?

[stuknbama 10]

I didn't question his reasoning as he is the expert and he said my intake od 2 Premier Protein shakes a day was what he thought was hindering my loss. He was happy with the weight loss between visits. I didnt start out at a very large weight, so my loss so far is about half of my goal.....im just reading the posts and am discouraged that it has not fallen off more quickly...i have not gained any weight though, so i guess thats a positive.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I didn't question his reasoning as he is the expert and he said my intake od 2 premier Protein shakes a day was what he thought was hindering my loss. He was happy with the weight loss between visits. I didnt start out at a very large weight, so my loss so far is about half of my goal.....im just reading the posts and am discouraged that it has not fallen off more quickly...i have not gained any weight though, so i guess thats a positive.

It's okay to ask them to explain why they are making a recommendation. I question my doctors and nutritionist all the time.

[beachgurl84 456]

It is always ok to question anyone providing you with medical care about your own body or why they recommend something for you. And it's obvious from all the forums here that many doctors have different plans, routines, goals, or expectations. However, there are some standards across the board that most doctors follow such as high Protein, lots of fluids, and no eating & drinking together. If my doc instructed me to go against one of these fundamental rules when I already know that most other doctors in the same medical field recommend otherwise, I would question immediately.

I was just curious if he gave you a reason and what that might be. It may be that you shouldn't supplement so much Protein, and instead work toward your protein goals with healthy food choices. If you're almost 4 months out, you should be able to have more soft protein sources and not rely on two shakes a day. By no means am I trying to tell you what to do, I'm just trying to understand why your doctor would recommend something that goes against every other program out there.

[stuknbama 10]

He did say no supplemental ( premier protein) was needed at this point and those may be the reason that things slowed down. He told me that what i was eating contained the Protein needed. I didnt question because he was very straight forward with his answers and explanations. I don't think this surgeon has went against anything ive seen or read on here or any other sites. It was a strict requirement to get 60-80 grams of protein for 90 days after the surgery. He just said at this poibt, the food intake would replace the Protein Shakes. His entire program is laid out in a binder given to me weeks prior to the surgery and it clearly states that when normal food is able to be consumed, supplements should be reduced or even stopped. Those shakes have way more protein in them (30grams) then what my NUT says my body can even process at a time. Either way, im sure ill reach my goal, if nothing else, this tool has been a blessing by getting me off my diabetes and blood pressure meds. I appreciate your words, but i, in no way feel like my surgeon has veered to far from the norm.

[liannatx 897]

@beachgurl84 I find that odd also. I have seen where people are advised to get Protein from solids and meats, but I don't think I have ever seen anyone with a goal of Less Than 60-80 g Protein.

Edited April 3, 2015 by liannatx

[stuknbama 10]

Too clarify....the surgeon said to cut the Protein Shakes to below 60, NOT total Protein intake.

[ParkLee 6]

I had surgery 2 years ago May 26 i lost from 238 lbs to 183 lbs .I kept this weight for a long time now i have gained about 9 pounds and i am fighting so hard to get the pounds back off .i am 73 years old and my DR. says to walk but I live in southwest Florida and it gets a little to warm to walk .

I am begining to get very discourage i have worked so hard for so long to keep this off .I am at a loss in what I should do . I hope that maybe the two of us can email encouragement to each other My friends just do not understand why i am so upset at so little weight gain but I know it be more if i don't get myself in control .

[liannatx 897]

Yes, thanks for clarifying that! I was really wondering about that, and that makes perfect sense!

Too clarify....the surgeon said to cut the Protein shakes to below 60, NOT total Protein intake.

[Babbs 14,680]

I hit a nasty stall at around the 6th month. only lost 2 at the beginning of February, then NADA for weeks and weeks. Man oh man did I whine on here about it! But I got some great advice like everything above, and it finally broke Along with HIIT, I increased calories to around 1100, and incorporated a few more carbs in the form of low sugar fruit like berries. I lost 6lbs in March, and with a little over 20lbs to lose to hit goal, I was happy. Keep us posted on how you do!

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Too clarify....the surgeon said to cut the Protein shakes to below 60, NOT total Protein intake.

Then why aren't you getting in 60 gms of protein?

Those shakes have way more protein in them (30grams) then what my NUT says my body can even process at a time.

The theory s that the body cannot process more than 30 gms of protein in an hour. If you are sipping longer than that you're fine.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

I had surgery 2 years ago May 26 i lost from 238 lbs to 183 lbs .I kept this weight for a long time now i have gained about 9 pounds and i am fighting so hard to get the pounds back off .i am 73 years old and my DR. says to walk but I live in southwest Florida and it gets a little to warm to walk .

I am beginning to get very discourage i have worked so hard for so long to keep this off .I am at a loss in what I should do . I hope that maybe the two of us can email encouragement to each other My friends just do not understand why i am so upset at so little weight gain but I know it be more if i don't get myself in control .

Find a pool and try Water aerobics. You can even just walk the pool. My gym membership is paid for by my insurance. Check your policy.

[stuknbama 10]

Too clarify....the surgeon said to cut the Protein shakes to below 60, NOT total Protein intake.

Then why aren't you getting in 60 gms of protein?

>Those shakes have way more protein in them (30grams) then what my NUT says my body can even process at a time.

The theory s that the body cannot process more than 30 gms of protein in an hour. If you are sipping longer than that you're fine.

I am getting the correct amounts, just not getting it through the premier Protein Shakes.....and

I've never had to sip anything since the 2nd week. I was one of those that was really wondering if I even had surgery. I never had ANY issues that I've read about on here. None of the, "I can only eat a tablespoon of something", none of the " I throw up", none of the "im in so much pain"......it's really been a strange few months. I've followed the advise of my Dr to a tee.....exercise daily, eat correctly, the whole nine yards. My Dr has a great program and the staff is there to answer any questions that arise........although I have not had many questions at all. I can easily get most answers right here. I've found that I am not alone when it comes to these things. It seems like every Dr has his or her own way of doing things and the differences an be quite astounding. I was told to crush my meds, some on here never had to crush meds. I was told to drink 2 Premier Protein shakes a day, some are told to sip on all morning long. I know there are basics to the surgery and the months afterwards, but there really is no set in stone plan. In all honesty, the studies are still not concluded as to what is really supposed to take place because there are so many variables to each individual.....yes, there are basic guidelines, but there are as many variances as there are guidelines. My Dr has a plan set up in a binder and they say follow the plan, but there are things in it that would never apply to me since I did not experience some of the adverse side effects that some people do. Thanks for the input and thoughts and advice. Maybe the loss will start back like most everyone else's has. If not, I see the Dr again soon and we will see what the follow up provides.

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

@@stuknbama - I agree we have different programs. I just confused. I am pleased with my program as well and I have had no issues either, I am not discounting your program at all. Like you I've had no issues eating or drinking. I even had a handy handbook that outlines my entire program from pre-post op. However you said you aren't getting all you Protein in but you don't have issues eating or drinking. I'm asking why not? I understand not relying heavily on Protein drinks. My program strongly encourages getting my Protein from food. as well. So I'm confused by your statement that you aren't losing because you don't get all your protein.

[stuknbama 10]

@@stuknbama - I agree we have different programs. I just confused. I am pleased with my program as well and I have had no issues either, I am not discounting your program at all. Like you I've had no issues eating or drinking. I even had a handy handbook that outlines my entire program from pre-post op. However you said you aren't getting all you Protein in but you don't have issues eating or drinking. I'm asking why not? I understand not relying heavily on Protein Drinks. My program strongly encourages getting my protein from food. as well. So I'm confused by your statement that you aren't losing because you don't get all your protein.

Blerdgirl. .....quit being so confused...im more than meeting 60grams of Protein, im just not doing it with supplements. I clarified that more than once on above statements.

[tomi71 581]

I have slowed down a lot too but I am okay. I didn't set a hard time limit to get to goal. My scale # is a 2nd goal. But it is frustrating at times.

I was told to lay off drinking my Protein. I still drink Protein Shakes but get most of my protein from solid, healthy foods.

I have noticed nuts were becoming an issue for me....seems like I switched one addiction, carbs, for another addiction, nuts. Lol so being much more mindful.

The other issue is a knee injury I sustained at work. That's slowed me down too.

One thing this experience has taught me is patience and mindfulness.