nancynew

Today is first time I've weighed myself and didn't have a loss. I'm 4 months post op and have lost every week since surgery. But not this week. Uh-oh is what I'm thinking, and panic is setting in. Why didn't I lose ? What did I do different? Is this it , now back to the old struggles? Of course I am not able to eat large amounts of food but my appetite is slowly returning and that really scares the you know what out of me. This thread has been really quiet , hope everyone is well.

Thanks

I'm 3.5 months post op. Down 60 lbs from highest weight. I'm averaging about a 2 lb weight loss each week. As long as scale continues to go down I'm ok with 2 lb a week. Continue to struggle with getting protein and water in each day. Even with some says being a struggle, no regrets here.

3 months , down 65 lbs!!!!The picture says it all. You look great.

I wanna say , wow , 26/28 down to 14/16 , amazing. U must feel great. I fortunately had many different sizes in closet due to my constant yo-yo dieting. I did donate 5 large bags full of clothes to goodwill. So I'm limited as to what clothes I have left. I say go ahead and shop a little. Just shop on the cheap , consignment shops , stores like old navy and places that carry things for $10

So I had my 3 month check up with surgeon last week. Had blood work done a week before seeing doctor Results of blood work were perfect with the exception being my prealbumin levels ( this is protein levels, for those who may not know ) Doctor says this is a little low. No surprise, I expected my protein to be low Still a struggle to get in all in But , a little low is better then TOO low. Total weight lose 54.8lbs. PS. Salonboi..... Amazing pics.

When I started this thread I was so wanting others to reach out to, and now we've got this awesome group of people coming together, sharing their stories. The good bad and the ugly lol... I love reading what everyone posts here!! I'm glad it's so popular ????????❤️Great people , great thread , Indeed

We know that when we opt for this surgery it's only a tool , have to have our heads on straight too. Ur doing so much better then OK , 90 lbs. amazing !!! U can and will achieve ur goals. Good days and bad, hang in.

Congrats on your loss!!!! My sugar addiction is gone to, and chips still do the same to me!! I've been doing Veggie Sticks.. ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1438688968.575938.jpgI still need to speak with my NUT about them. I use as a quick snack at work, when eating isn't optimal.. Kay's Naturals is a line of protein snacks , pretzels etc. taste pretty good. From AmazonI'll have to check them out!!! Thanks!! I just hope these snack type products aren't my trigger for bad stuff, creeping back in one day.. ????Salonboi. I hear that. I have tried a few pretzels but I will say , I am not routinely snacking. I haven't had bread , pasta, rice, etc since surgery. We do have to be careful. Past experience has shown bad habits creep back in easily.

Congrats on your loss!!!! My sugar addiction is gone to, and chips still do the same to me!! I've been doing Veggie Sticks.. ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1438688968.575938.jpgI still need to speak with my NUT about them. I use as a quick snack at work, when eating isn't optimal.. Kay's Naturals is a line of protein snacks , pretzels etc. taste pretty good. From Amazon

I was dropping the weight much faster, 5 to 7 lbs a week. Now about 12 weeks after surgery dropping about 2lbs a week. Which I am fine with , as long as scale goes down , I'm good. I think to myself , no more yo-yo dieting. No more dieting period, it's a life style change. Feeling so fortunate. ????

Hey wow , wondered where you've been. So funny, to not have an appetite. I too have to force myself to eat. Some days I actually forget that I haven't eaten. 105lbs that's incredible. I remember you went through a lot after surgery with your leak and everything. Nice to know things are going well for you now.

When I was told pre op that my taste for some things may change ,I thought , ok maybe a little. Well my taste has changed a lot. Certain foods make me nauseous just thinking about them , like eggs. I've been eating mostly soups , salads, and fruit. Which isn't horrible. I make my own soups to control sodium I'm 11 weeks post op and down a total of 50.6 lbs. I've rambled enough. Hope everyone is doing great.

YAY!!! I am 11 lbs away and can't wait to be there ???? I went through close this weekend. I am taking the nice stuff to a consignment shop today at lunch. Hopefully I can fund some future shopping trips! It feels great to be able to purge the old and make room for the new.

Hello everyone. I weighed myself this morning, I am now in onederland. Feeling great. Went though closets over the weekend and have a ton of clothes I'm getting rid of, too big for me now. ????. And no going back so bigger sizes are out of here!!!! It's some of the little things I'm appreciating, like I can sit and cross my legs more easily.

Awesome news!!Yes. It is good for me bc it's the only protein I've found that I can tolerate. I'm not recommending it for anyone, just sharing. ????

So I had appt with my NUT last week and while there I asked her about Genepro protein powder. And I am happy to say it's in her list of top 5 protein powders.

I haven't tried those but your about the 3 rd person who has mentioned or suggested their nuggets. I will have to try them.

Wow. You look so much thinner. I know you feel amazing. Congrats The before and after pictures are so inspiring.

Hey Salonboi. Job well done !!

Hi JennOf course I can tell, you look amazing. And wow girl, the wright is really coming off. Clothes sizes shrinking is the best feeling. Can you believe it's been couple months since your surgery, it sure does fly by. Wishing you continued success. ???????? Hey you! How is everything with you?!Thank you for your kind words! Time honestly is just flying by! I'm good. Thanks for asking. Some days continue to be a struggle but definitely getting easier. I'm down 41lbs from my highest weight. Clothes / scrubs big on me. I really don't want to buy any clothes just yet, so I'm putting a pin in my pants waist. Lol. No regrets here. Making it work.

Hi JennOf course I can tell, you look amazing. And wow girl, the wright is really coming off. Clothes sizes shrinking is the best feeling. Can you believe it's been couple months since your surgery, it sure does fly by. Wishing you continued success. ????????

@@nancynew have you tried GENEPRO? It is a "tasteless" powder that has 30g of protein for just 1 tbsp. I start my day off with it mixed with decaf coffee and a little SF creamerHello RosemarySo I put Genepro in my decaf coffee this morning. Along with my creamer and it was so good. Blended well , didn't even know it was in there. Have you tried putting Genepro in other things ? I was wondering if it blends well in cold or room temperature foods / drinks. I drink v8 juice , gonna try it in that later today. My NUT said should be whey isolate Proteins. I don't think Genepro is an isolate. I'm going to take it with me to my NUT appt on Monday. She what she thinks. I've read that their claims on product information isn't what it really claims to be. But that's just what I've heard and read. Definitely don't take my word. Research it and show to your dr... That's why I didn't even bother with buying it....I told my NUT that I was using it every morning and she said that she knew of it. I didn't really get the impression that she had a negative view on it. But, I may have to do more research.Well it the best I can do right now. Genepro or no protein. Something better then nothing. At least getting protein. I appreciate you sharing. ????????

@@nancynew have you tried GENEPRO? It is a "tasteless" powder that has 30g of protein for just 1 tbsp. I start my day off with it mixed with decaf coffee and a little SF creamerHello RosemarySo I put Genepro in my decaf coffee this morning. Along with my creamer and it was so good. Blended well , didn't even know it was in there. Have you tried putting Genepro in other things ? I was wondering if it blends well in cold or room temperature foods / drinks. I drink v8 juice , gonna try it in that later today. My NUT said should be whey isolate Proteins. I don't think Genepro is an isolate. I'm going to take it with me to my NUT appt on Monday. She what she thinks.

Congrats on the loss!!!! And hey you are still trying to get the protein and water in and that counts ???? and how awesome on the trainer and working out!!! We need pictures to see that progress ???? my next set of pics is on the 5th since that'll be my 2 month surgaversary. It hit the 69lbs mark this morning ❤️❤️❤️❤️???? but that includes my 16lbs I lost pre-op as well... So from 349lbs to 280 is an amazing feeling. I'm working out 5-6 times a week and doing a total body workout every time. Circuit type training, that way I'm not over doing any one part at a time. It takes me 2 hours each time, because I stretch on my exercise ball in between each set and set timer for 2 minute rest period for my muscles.. I've always been an exerciser, and have always loved the endorphin rush ya get, and I love it even more, because I've actually got the surgery making me lose weight and have the exercise part going all at the same time. Usually I only have one or the other going, but not both at same time. So yay us ❤️❤️❤️❤️ keep up the hard work my friends, and I miss everyone talking as much, but hey we are all living our new lives and that's what is to be expected, including myself lol. Happy 4th of July to all of my May Peeps ❤️Thanks. It does feel great. Never before could I ever lose 41 lbs in a short amount of time. Pics, well the problem with pics for me is I wouldn't allow my picture to be taken when I we at my heaviest so I don't really have a before. Exercise for is a chore. Once I'm at the gym and working out I like it but oh boy to get there. Exactly why I have personal trainer. Someone to hold me accountable. I have appt with my NUT this Monday morning. Touch base with her and be sure I'm on the right track. And hey weight off is weight off , doesn't matter if it's pre surgery or after its pounds down. Happy 4th to all. I'm working all weekend but hope you all have a great 4th.