HI All.. I'm outside my 4th week post op and weighed myself today and I've gained 3lbs. What's going on with me? Today I purchased Herbalife. Has anyone else tried the meal replacements along with the protein?

Edited January 5, 201610 yr by christinamejia

HI All.. I'm outside my 4th week post op and weighed myself today and I've gained 3lbs. What's going on with me? Today I purchased Herbalife. Has anyone else tried the meal replacements along with the Protein?

I am not familiar enough with Herbalife so don't know for sure, but you need to read labels very carefully. What is the carb to protein ratio? Doesn't Herbalife have a lot of carbs?

At three weeks out you should be adding more food sources of protein.

What does your NUT say?

Are you following your program?

Are you getting in all of your protein and fluids every day?

Are you taking your Vitamins and supplements as directed?

Are you avoiding starches and sugar?

Are you exercising?

Almost everyone experiences a stall about three weeks after surgery. If you are doing everything you are supposed to then you just may be experiencing your first stall.

Embrace the Stall!

http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

I did Herbalife years ago and from what I remember it does have high carbs and contains that bad fat for(hydrogenized oh I can't think of the full name)you. I wouldn't recommend it.

Personally, I wanted to move away from liquid sources of food as quickly as possible. As your plan allows, you need to move towards more real foods... and eat as clean as possible. Avoid those processed foods. Lean cuts of meat for Protein, but also remember that Beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, broccoli, quinoa etc all have protein in it that can add up... and they are chock full of nutrients, complex carbs, good fats etc to keep you satiated for much longer than a liquid Meal Replacement.