I am new to this forum and had my surgery on June 16. The first week I lost about 7 lbs. I am stuck and have lost nothing for almost a week. Is this normal? I am drinking Water, Protein shakes and I had an egg a couple of mornings. I started the pureed diet last Sunday but for the most part I am still using the Protein Shakes to get the most protein possible. What am I doing wrong?

How much protein and water are you getting? It's not unusual to stall but be sure you are sticking to the plan .

I drink about 1 1/2 shakes which is about 18oz (45 g protein) a day and at least 50 oz of Water.

There's something called the three week stall. Heard about it on other forums. Keep doing what your doing and it will happen.

I drink about 1 1/2 shakes which is about 18oz (45 g protein) a day and at least 50 oz of water.

That could be the issue. You need more protein and water. Try adding protein powder to broth or non-caloric drinks. Have sugar free popsicles, sugar free jello, infused water, protein water, etc. If you do that - you should start to lose faster. Good luck!

Thank you. I am trying to have as much Protein as possible but I am just always full. I will try the pops and add Jello again hope it helps a little at least getting very discouraged.

@@Maggie/2 hey! I'm having the same problem!! I'm out 2 weeks tomorrow and am at a stall and not losing any more..

I've lost 8 lb since surgery on 6/20. But I've been at this same weight for like a week.. I don't understand either.. I drink two Protein shakes a day, Water, and always eat like some yogurt or Popsicle or something also.. Not losing..

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I drink about 1 1/2 shakes which is about 18oz (45 g protein) a day and at least 50 oz of Water.

You really need to do everything you can to get in all of your Protein and fluids. It is hard, but you can do it.

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I wonder how long this stall will last. I will be three weeks post op and I have not lost any weight in two weeks. I try very hard to get as much Protein and fluids as possible.

I wonder how long this stall will last. I will be three weeks post op and I have not lost any weight in two weeks. I try very hard to get as much Protein and fluids as possible.

There is really no way to predict how long it will last. I HIGHLY recommend you stay off the scale. Especially until you are able to reliably reach your Fluid and protein targets. Your primary goal right now is healing. The weight loss will come. You need enough protein and fluids for both healing and weight loss.

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