Week 3 Stall (also ovulating..)

[Kiba 47]

Hi there all,

I'm just curious if anyone else is experiencing or has experienced a weight loss stall at week 3 post op. My initial surgery (3/16) weigh in was 245, I lost 23 lbs, now I'm suddenly yo-yoing between 224-226 for the past week. I did start soft foods, I am noticing more thirst as I eat, I am carefully watching sodium, fat, carb intake. Still meeting Fluid requirements, Protein intake is usually between 50-60g (this is normal accordingly to my NUT as I was struggling to get anywhere near 40 at first.)

I'm also ovulating this week, and typically speaking I would gain a pound or two during this cycle phase.

Will it pick up again? I'm a bit worried as I was told new food introductions will take time to adjust but still, really nervous. Thanks!

[Babbs 14,680]

Search "The Dreaded 3 Week Stall" either on Google or this forum. VERY common, happens to most. Your body is just taking a break. Keep drinking your fluids, getting your Protein and move a little and it will pass. Might be your first, won't be your last

[Hertsukfem31 50]

Yep I am experiencing same issue! I actually have gone up 3kg which is really upsetting!

[TammyDTM 391]

I am 5 weeks post-op.

@@Hertsukfem31 It sounds like from what you are saying, "I'm suddenly yo-yoing between 224-226 for the past week," that you are weighing yourself every day. I don't think you are in a stall. When you start eating solid food your weight, for some reason starts to slow down. You will probably start losing 2-3 pounds per week for a couple of weeks.

I would suggest you get your Protein up to 70 mg or higher.

[Susanjoyce392 66]

Very normal-- you are probably losing fat, just "restocking water"! That 3-week stall article on here explains it really well.

[Kiba 47]

Alright, I'll try to be more patient with myself! Thanks all