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gigiinDC    70

gigiinDC
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I am two months post op (sleeved 10/27).. Lost 32lbs so far. Haven't lost a pound in almost 2 weeks. Many on this site are posting they've lost up to twice as much at the two month point. I just want to take a moment to tell pre-op folks that those type of results require a LOT of work. This is extremely hard. I NEVER lost my appetite (it is a beast, and no it is not head hunger). I had very little restriction at all after 6 weeks post op. Right now I can eat almost anything if I want to and in very large quantities if I choose to snack all day (I don't do that). Some people apparently have no appetite for at least six months. That's not me. Some people apparently have a crazy tight restriction up to years out. Not me. Perhaps because my doc does a bell shaped sleeve with a wider opening at the bottom of the stomach.. I don't know... my point is -- You HAVE to stay on program and not eat forbidden foods. You have to know that this is not a magic pill. You HAVE to work at it every single day. Journal everything you eat. Don't drink alcohol (even at Christmas parties and other events); don't eat processed foods; eat very very slowly and with toddler utensils; don't eat refined carbs; get your Protein, Vitamins and Water in; and get moving around and working out as soon as your doctor approves it. See a psychologist as soon as you can to work out your food addiction or other addiction issues. It's worth it. This surgery is NOT an easy fix but nevertheless it's is worth it.

Thats my rant for the day :). To all the perfect people who will seek to tear my post apart and put me down (inevitable on this site), please just know everybody's struggle is different and even you are not perfect.

Thanks.

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Domika03    309

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Looks like you have the right attitude. Don't listen to anyone that tries to make themselves out to be better than what they really are. The truth is ... "No one said it would be easy. They just said it would be worth it! :-)

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HalFAB-ulous!    36

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I'm ten weeks out and down 32 pounds. (SW 310, CW 278, HW 342)

Indeed. It is work...mental, emotional and physical. This week I was frustrated because I wasn't down more. Then I realized a number of things:

1. Slow is better because of the potential for gall stones and hair loss.

2. I weighed in at night, with a full stomach and bladder in jeans (first time ever!) the day before my period started.

3. My weight was STILL LOWER than last week, which before surgery wasn't always (or even often) true.

Yes, it's work to change habits about when and what to eat and to stop drinking and to wait and explaining and asking for what you need and having most of the grocery store on the "no" list. It is totally worth it.

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gigiinDC    70

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Looks like you have the right attitude. Don't listen to anyone that tries to make themselves out to be better than what they really are. The truth is ... "No one said it would be easy. They just said it would be worth it! :-)

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Thank you! It is 100% worth it in the end but after a two week stall I find myself wondering if this is all I'm ever going to lose. I'll keep the faith.

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gigiinDC    70

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I'm ten weeks out and down 32 pounds. (SW 310, CW 278, HW 342)

Indeed. It is work...mental, emotional and physical. This week I was frustrated because I wasn't down more. Then I realized a number of things:

1. Slow is better because of the potential for gall stones and hair loss.

2. I weighed in at night, with a full stomach and bladder in jeans (first time ever!) the day before my period started.

3. My weight was STILL LOWER than last week, which before surgery wasn't always (or even often) true.

Yes, it's work to change habits about when and what to eat and to stop drinking and to wait and explaining and asking for what you need and having most of the grocery store on the "no" list. It is totally worth it.

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Congrats to you on your continued progress! Yes there are perks to a slower loss. I certainly like my hair and want to keep it :). Totally worth it either way :).

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Banks601y    1

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Hi,

I have a few questions.. How soon after surgery can you start working out? (Running, Interval training, gymnastics, etc). Although I'm overweight I'm very athletic, but I just made poor food choices. I had my surgery 12/22/2016. I've been feeling weak and struggling to get my proper Protein and Water intake in. TMI, but I've also haven't pooped since the hour before my surgery. Have anybody had troubles with proper intakes and/or going to the restroom??

I'm new to all of this and any information would be greatly appreciated !

Become a better you for YOU :-)

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newimage2017    7

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Hi. I had my surgery the same day you did. I'm still struggling, I would suggest not doing any hi impact excerise for a few weeks. Your calorie intake is lower and so are your nutrients. Focus should be on healing and resting. Try your very best to get your Protein & Water in. I finally got to the point I can tolerate an 11oz bottle of premier Protein Drink down, takes me some hours. Still fighting with Water Following the prescribe diet is important. If you can walk with out feeling faint, that's about as much as I would suggest just until you start taking adequate Protein and fluids for energy.

I finally pooped after one week. Anesthesia tends to slow things down, don't be alarmed. If you can tolerate a stool softer take one to help soften things up in the meantime . You got to get that water in the body. Are you drinking at least one ounce of water every 15 mins? I know it's a pain ( literally), but you need to make sure you don't get dehydrated. Hydration of the body will help with having a bowl movement.

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Banks601y    1

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Nice! Glad to meet someone who shares my surgery date

I still have those fainting moment especially if I stand too long. I tend to feel faint every time I shower or walk upstairs. My stomach still hurts too some days are better than others though. I just order some Protein Soup that someone suggested on a different post hopefully that helps. I'm not drinking ever 15 min, but that is something I'm going to try. I believe I'm drinking 16oz of Water throughout the day plus broth.

My main concern was.....Although I'm only a week out I didn't want to be resting when I should have been working out vice versa. Im losing weight at a nice rate. I just don't want to fail at this. I

I'm going to attempt a stool softer to see how that works for me.

Become a better you for YOU :-)

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nlmguerrero    50

nlmguerrero
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I think comparing yourself to others is he hardest. I am two weeks post op and have lost 10 pounds. I feel like more should have come off by now but I have to remember... I am me, they are them! We are all different.

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