So apparently im losing slowly according to my NUT. Only lost 10lbs in a month. And only two months out. We confirmed that I was actually stalled for 3 weeks.

We are trying to figure out why and what to do about it because it was along stall

May need to bump up exercising to 6 days a week. I started out in the high 240s and by surgery I was 238. Two months post op I'm 209

Not mad at all, would have never gotten here alone, so no biggie to lose slowly.

Anyone else a slow loser?

According to my surgeon, "You're doing great if you lose 2 pounds a week." She didn't want me to expect too much at one time and be disappointed. She said that at my 2-week post-op since I had lost 17 lbs since December. I wish your NUT and DR were less critical toward you. The last thing you need is guilt when only so much is in your control. I had a week of no weight loss the second week after surgery. It was and is very frustrating. 10 lbs./month x 10 months = pretty incredible weight loss. You may have to school them lol Wishing you continued success.

BLT's are literally Bites Licks and Tastes of anything lol

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BLT's are literally Bites Licks and Tastes of anything lol

Ohhhhh

I can't stress enough that it all adds up in the end.

Stay vigilant and focused

A FLOWER DOESN'T THINK OF COMPETING WITH THE FLOWER GROWING NEXT TO IT, IT JUST CONTINUES TO BLOOM AND BLOOM ANYWAY! So what if I'm not a Rose, Carnations and Orchids also are beautiful , aren't they?????

When I saw my surgeon last month he completely demoralised me by saying I was slow. I spoke to my psychologist about his comments and she can see how hard I'm trying. I log everything - on 3 different Apps (because I'm a freak about it at the moment!) and I am so strict with everything.

My psych thought it was because I'm revision from band to sleeve - and I've had so many diets over the years that I've affected my metabolism. There's a great article on this https://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/02/health/biggest-loser-weight-loss.html which I found really interesting.

I'm so pleased to hear from others who are struggling with the slowness of the loss. But, I am losing every month - but only about 7lbs or 8lbs. And, I do feel hungry a lot of the time. But, am trying to eat no more than 900cals per day. I was thinking of trying to drop that down to 800cals to see if that made a difference...

It’s been a struggle! I’ve dealt with stalls and slow months. It’s almost like a yo-yo. One month, I’ll have great weight loss, the next, not so much. I’ve been stalled in the 220s for the last month or so.

I just try to remind myself “stick to plan and it will happen.”

Hi GreenTealael, it looks like we are in exactly the same boat. My starting weight was 244, pre-op was 230. I’m now 6 weeks out and I’ve barely lost 10lbs... I’m eating only 6-8 ounces a day with protein shakes and no snacking at all so I’m confused as to why I’m not losing weight.

The speed (or lack thereof) did not affect my determination. I'm 15 months post and about 97lbs down.
I challenge everyone to become more focused on basics when it seems unnecessary to do so.

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So, I thought I'd share with you my overnight success!!!

I experimented yesterday by keeping my calorie intake down to 603 calories! It was really hard and I felt starving most of the day. Drank lots of protein water (88cals) and had a couple of coffees in the morning with protein shake (181cals), just half a tin of salmon mixed with cucumber and pickles (beetroot and cucumber) for lunch (148cals) and then just some berries (strawberries, raspberries and blueberries) for dinner with a cup of 39cal hot chocolate drink at bedtime.

This morning the scale has dropped by 3.2lbs!! That's the most I've EVER lost in one hit since just after the op in November!

Clearly, my metabolism is so shot to sh*t that I have to keep cals and carbs down lower than the recommendation from the nutritionist! She wanted me to do about 900cals per day. I'll continue this way for a few days and see if my weight still responds in this way or whether it was a fluke!

So, I thought I'd share with you my overnight success!!!
I experimented yesterday by keeping my calorie intake down to 603 calories! It was really hard and I felt starving most of the day. Drank lots of Protein Water (88cals) and had a couple of coffees in the morning with Protein Shake (181cals), just half a tin of salmon mixed with cucumber and pickles (beetroot and cucumber) for lunch (148cals) and then just some berries (strawberries, raspberries and blueberries) for dinner with a cup of 39cal hot chocolate drink at bedtime.
This morning the scale has dropped by 3.2lbs!! That's the most I've EVER lost in one hit since just after the op in November!
Clearly, my metabolism is so shot to sh*t that I have to keep cals and carbs down lower than the recommendation from the nutritionist! She wanted me to do about 900cals per day. I'll continue this way for a few days and see if my weight still responds in this way or whether it was a fluke! [emoji4]

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So apparently im losing slowly according to my NUT. Only lost 10lbs in a month. And only two months out. We confirmed that I was actually stalled for 3 weeks.
We are trying to figure out why and what to do about it because it was along stall
May need to bump up exercising to 6 days a week. I started out in the high 240s and by surgery I was 238. Two months post op I'm 209
Not mad at all, would have never gotten here alone, so no biggie to lose slowly.
Anyone else a slow loser?

During my RD group visit, this issue came up and the RD suggested doing a pouch reset by going on full liquids for about 1-2weeks. She said to look at, calories, carbs, slider foods, and exercise and make sure they are all in reasonable limits. She also stated that this may be the time to increase calories bec the body may be in survival mode and may be trying to hold on to weight/fat as a reserve.

My NUT asks that her patients not drink protein water (or shakes) after the first 2 months because it keeps you from learning new eating habits.

It also becomes a way for calories to sneak in later. You think you are doing something healthy but then you end up consuming 1500-1800 calories

I lost 25 pounds in a month and 10 days. I don’t know if this is good progress or not. I have been at a plateau for 2 weeks now and I’m so frustrated. Is this normal?!

I'm not a fan of the slow thing but I have to trust that my body is doing what is needed. I'm following directions and I get to the gym 6-7 times a week. I ask myself, am I building muscle? Is that why the scale's not doing anything or much of anything? But, I can see and feel the changes. My gym buddy who's been away told me she could see the difference. I get that we plateau but it is frustrating when you can see the numbers. There's definitely more calories being burned than being consumed. Sigh. I'm not giving up. I feel good and I can reach things more easily...even silly things like tying my shoelaces or my toes! I feel like I'm being liberated!