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I’m in my third month post op and my hair just started falling out like crazy too I take my vitamins religiously too , bought from bariatric site.. I need to add protein... ugh.

I’m in the 100’s now too!! It’s been 5 or so years for me too.. I know that may not seem like a long time- but it was the hardest years of my life. So happy to be in this range... congrats on your progress

how far out from surgery are you? I don’t eat anything from takeout or restaurants. Simply because I can’t. I’d suggest to Pack your own food.

I’m 10 weeks out and I definitely feel hungry often now. It does change based on how hydrated I am and how bored or stressed I am. I do feel full easily after eating though which is nice, but not at all like you imagine. On days I exercise , I feel less hunger. The key for me is benefiber in my drinks and staying hydrated. But the good thing is; the hunger isn’t at all like it was before surgery , and if I’m busy, I can go all day without food, although that’s not good because you feel starved after.. I munch often or drink water to prevent major hunger..

Do you have a Sprouts or health food store near you? Although I haven’t tried mine yet, I found a VERY cheap soy protein in the bulk section with no flavor... not sure if it’ll be gross like he mentioned, but it’s minus all the chemicals because it’s soy.. although I wouldn’t use too much soy in my diet.. that’s a whole different beast.

Hmm you make a great point. I haven’t tried my unflavored powder yet. Got a small amount from Sprouts as it was dirt cheap.

I at 10 weeks can’t digest most foods either, but I definitely don’t go near those foods. ( cookies) They are old habits and we should avoid them. also avoid bread and pasta. It’s normal not to tolerate lots of foods for a long time. Nothing you can do about it until your body is ready. I throw up easily too with even healthy tiny bites of ground turkey or lettuce.. I do protein shakes, some bites of protein bars, cottage cheese, add tiny chopped strawberries, string cheese.. etc. I can even digest sliced up baby carrots (3 small ones) dipped in laughing cow cheese, ( 35cals) as long as I chew VERY well. The soft cheese helps slide the carrots down. That’s basically what I eat. I know it sucks, but talk to your doctor and use myfitnesspal app if you already don’t. Good luck !

While my weight loss hasn’t been super slow- the past month it has been and I stall a lot. I started the gym 5 days; 30-1 hr walking. I started losing much faster. I know it’s hard to gym the first month or two- I’m at 10 weeks and barely started a week and half ago.. under 200lbs we don’t lose that fast. Just keep your head up and know that it’ll come off. Walk as much as you can to get your body going.

You’re at 190? That’s fantastic. If you lose 10-13 a month going forward you’re doing great- so everyone says. I’m finally in the 190’s too- but the gym 5 days a week helped big time! I only walk maybe 30 min to 1 hour if I have energy, and last week I lost 4 lbs.. so it really helped me. I have kidney pain also, but I have a history of stones .. Just keep in mind as we are in the 100’s range of weight we have less to lose so our bodies don’t drop 20-30lbs fast anymore.. you’re doing great.

The exact same. I was eating ground turkey and lettuce for a week, and then now any variation of it and I instantly throw up... actually most foods I can’t tolerate at all. I’m still doing mostly soft foods with a few small exceptions.. I’m 10 weeks out too. Smells and things make me sick too. Nothing even really tastes good to me anymore. It’s the memory of how it used to taste..

The first few weeks was a nightmare for me too. I had to use one of those longer pillows and prop it up and then add normal pillows around it to make a back cushion to lay upward and sleep... slept horribly the whole time too. Especially with the surgery openings we have to keep clean and the pain- you have to be super careful. I’m sorry. This will pass soon.

Hello. So after breaking my stall- I’ve lost about 5 lbs.. but last week nothing.. I’m following all diet and water guidelines. I haven’t started the gym yet. I’m active some days with errands or go for a walk without friend- but nothing consistent. I was going to wait until I’ve really plateaued to start gym. Has anyone noticed a difference in weight loss with exercise consistently? Will it help me lose more weight per week if I go 4-5 days?.... I’ll do whatever it takes to speed things up a bit. In November I only lost 10... I lost 38lb my first month! So I’m a bit bored with how slow things are moving.. I’m hoping it’s not going to be 10lbs per month going forward as I have lots more to lose! Yes, any loss is good- but I need to stay excited. I recall breaking a stall when I was at a wedding and danced a lot- and didn’t eat too much that weekend. I’m a lot hungrier now- so I won’t eat less, but can definitely hit the gym. SW: 250 CW: 202 GW: 130

I certainly don’t expect to lose 30 more pounds in one month- but my surgeon told me to expect a huge drop my first month. I didn’t even have much more than 100 pounds to lose to begin with, so I know it slows down. I’m always going to stick to plan .. I wouldn’t ever ruin a good thing. Especially since all my health problems are already mostly gone. Plus I can’t digest much, so there’s little to no way I can “ cheat”... I’ll throw it all up. Congrats on your weight loss. :-) I’m learning patience is a virtue

Thanks! It was more like 4.0 I must’ve gotten something wrong in my explanation. But the next night at the gym- I was tired at 3.5 mph.. 5.0 is running yeah. I don’t huff and puff due to the fact that I’ve been active most my life and was a runner back in my fit days... but I do get tired in the gym. I do better out in nature. Being distracted is key!! But I’m committed to only weekly weigh ins and 5 nights a week of gym... see if I can get things losing again

Yeah I know all about this stuff. Most of it is common sense. I studied it in college. I hate protein shakes . I won’t do them for a while. But when I can Digest fruit in them maybe I’ll make tasty ones. I was just asking due to curiosity on bypass patients and results. That I didn’t study and or have no experience with.

I do eat cheese in the morning - but that’s about it. Maybe I’ll eat my bar in the morning? Those timed workouts are a headache and half for me to do. Never been good at tracking them correctly. But I can do interval training via treadmill and heart rate

Yeah- I usually walk a slow 2.5-3.0 miles per hour but for some reason today I felt like it was way to slow. But I know had I had a better breakfast- I would’ve rocked the workout. You’re right- I’ve done lifting before and lost afraid I guess. Back when I was 150- and doing p90x- my thighs and arms got thick. And the scale didn’t move- even on a 1600-1800 cal diet- but now things are far different. So I can sure try arm and leg weights. Luckily i don’t have bobble head look. Lol I’ve always had a more muscular “ fat girl” look. Never any skin in my face or arms or legs.. just mostly my stomach. Although who can’t use toning up?? We all can. thanks for the funny words of encouragement. You guys keep me happy and going. Xoxo

Thanks for the encouraging words. I just left the gym but was exhausted after 30 min (2.5mile) Walk, due to the fact having carrots and 30 cal cheese for breakfast.. I’m so happy to hear the gym totally sped up your weight loss! Gives me major motivation as I’m entering my 3rd month now! I’m kind a couch potato too and watch movies if I’m not working. But you’re right- I never regret hitting the gym. I do need to lift weights too. Just thought I’d do it when I’m smaller so the scale moves In the right direction at this time.. luckily I have pretty good skin elasticity being a darker girl. I don’t look tan in my profile pic- but I am .. lol need to update it

I’m right there with ya on those issues! Although my boobs have shrunk quite a bit. The mattress and not buying a good one..

While my losses were super fast up to 30 days post surgery- I understand your frustration. I keep stalling .. super slow loss , and not consistent. You’ll lose again soon don’t worry. It seems as though everyone has such a different pace of loss. Im currently frustrated too. Need to stay clear of the scale to avoid stress I think...

Hope you had a successful fun trip! I eat quest bars, lower calories Atkins snack bars, 80 cal pistachio bags, 120 cal high fiber protein pretzels ( wonderslim) and Perky Turkey Jerky ( target, Walmart) they are super soft and tasty. Lower in salt and healthier than leading jerky. I look forward to these snacks even when I’m home. Measured out and easily put in my app.

I’m about 9 weeks and down about 50lbs. The first 38 in one month... so slow after that [emoji20] you’re looking great!

I didn’t pass any gas either for at least a few days. I walked around the hospital several times a day for two days then went home and did the same. Took me several days to pass any. I was miserable. Once I started my Gas X pills- it helped so much!! Now I take them every day at night and also drink 2 benefiber packets a day!! Otherwise I get constipated rather easily , even though I eat fruits and veggies now on solids stage...

Anyone have any suggestions for a decent protein bar? One that I can digest without so much sugar that doesn’t taste grainy? Most bars taste like crap, so I’m not sure. I need them in my life. Lol

So after about 6-7 weeks, I’m finally on my “ stall”.. now I didn’t have a 3 wk stall. Down about 43lbs and 7 lbs away from the 100’s! However I’ve only lost about 1-2 lbs the last week or two.. major slow down since I’m so early out from surgery. I did increase my calories drastically going from puréed to solids but still not enough to plateau. I heard these are normal? How long do these usually last? Anyone experience a nice drop again from a stall?? Just need to talk this out so I’m not feeling bad that I’ll stay at this weight since I’m not on the heavier side of gastric bypass patients as my doc told me....