Hi, I am new to the forum. I was sleeved May 6, and just feel like I haven't lost much weight - I'm only down 16lb. since the surgery.

I don't know if this is common or not

Depends on how much Fluid gain you had from the surgery. 16 pounds is pretty good...that's 3 pounds a week. Some weeks will be more or less. Make sure you are following your plan and you will succeed. You didn't get overweight overnight and its not gonna all fall off at once!

Thanks for the supporting words... I guess I am just worried that I am able to eat regular food already and am wanting to eat more and more. I have no problems with any food and just don't want to let that get out of control! I see others losing 30-40 lbs. by 5 weeks. I know I cant compare myself to others, just wondering if any others have had a slow start?

How are you doing in the exercise department?

I'm really not exercising much...just getting up and walking around more

What was your starting BMI? Usually if it's lower, the slower the weight loss.

Are you tracking and measuring your food? Making sure you're eating protien first? Keeping carbs and sugar low? Getting 64oz of fluids?

Yes, Babbs, it was lower than most. It was 35. I had the surgery for health reasons, (diabetes and hypertension).

I am not per say measuring my food but definitely eating Protein first and getting my Fluid in.

I don't drink enough fluids, don't eat enough protein, and don't exercise. Don't beat yourself up. You'll lose weight and slow is okay, then you won't end up with loose skin!!!

How are you doing now? It's been a few months...have you gotten some traction? Wishing you the best.