Struggling to lose

[SVM10 6]

Hi Everyone,

I had my band on 3/15/10. I lost 7 lbs. the first week and 1.5 the second week, and gained 2 lbs back. I was so hungry by the end of week one I started soft foods by the second week. The second week i could drink 12 oz. and now I can drink 16 oz. Has anyone else had these issues, if so, what did you do to get back on track. My first fill is not until April 26th. I can't eat nearly what I could before surgery and seems like I should be at least losing a couple lbs. weekly. I am walking more, but not a lot. I'm trying to slowing build to longer distances. Any input would be appreciated.

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[M.T. in Indy 0]

Hello,

I was banded 3/20/10 Yeah!! But like you I was so hungry by the end of week 2 that I started eating as well. I've over eaten twice and had pain meds stuck once. Not fun!! What I've done is started measuring my food. I eat no more than 4oz at a time and am increasing my walks by 5 or 10 minutes a day. I cant offer a whole lot of advice right now because I'm a newbie too.Iit's nice to know however, that our fills are right around the corner and that along with exercise will start our decline on the scale!

Good luck to you...

[jensmallwood 0]

Unfortunately, it's common to not have any restriction until 3 or 4 fills. It just takes a while to get to that "sweet spot." And they can't put it all in at once-- the swelling would be bad.

FWIW, I haven't had any fill yet and have no real restriction. (I'm on regular diet again). I've just been eating three meals a day off of a salad plate. It's much more than 4oz, but well balanced with 3 oz Protein, 1/2 c veggies and 1/4 c whole grain (or something like that.) I actually found that when I upped my food to those portions I started losing weight again after I stalled on the mushy stage. But I'm very active as well, which helps.

Did your doctor give you some guidance as to what/how much to eat? I'm sorry you're suffering!!

ETA: Try not to stray from your doctor's suggestions as to what stage of eating you should be in. This is a time for healing your stomach and pushing it can possibly cause harm. And MANY people don't lose during these recovery stages-- your body is busy healing and it may not be "letting go" of fat because of that.

Edited April 4, 2010 by jensmallwood

[SVM10 6]

Hello,

I was banded 3/20/10 Yeah!! But like you I was so hungry by the end of week 2 that I started eating as well. I've over eaten twice and had pain meds stuck once. Not fun!! What I've done is started measuring my food. I eat no more than 4oz at a time and am increasing my walks by 5 or 10 minutes a day. I cant offer a whole lot of advice right now because I'm a newbie too.Iit's nice to know however, that our fills are right around the corner and that along with exercise will start our decline on the scale!

Good luck to you...

Thank you for your input. It sounds like measuring the food is the key. This may be a dumb question, but exactly how do you measure meat? I have had food stuck only once that made me vomit, thank God. I have come close a number of other times though. At least I know I am not alone. I am so glad this site was suggested to me.

[SVM10 6]

Unfortunately, it's common to not have any restriction until 3 or 4 fills. It just takes a while to get to that "sweet spot." And they can't put it all in at once-- the swelling would be bad.

FWIW, I haven't had any fill yet and have no real restriction. (I'm on regular diet again). I've just been eating three meals a day off of a salad plate. It's much more than 4oz, but well balanced with 3 oz Protein, 1/2 c veggies and 1/4 c whole grain (or something like that.) I actually found that when I upped my food to those portions I started losing weight again after I stalled on the mushy stage. But I'm very active as well, which helps.

Did your doctor give you some guidance as to what/how much to eat? I'm sorry you're suffering!!

ETA: Try not to stray from your doctor's suggestions as to what stage of eating you should be in. This is a time for healing your stomach and pushing it can possibly cause harm. And MANY people don't lose during these recovery stages-- your body is busy healing and it may not be "letting go" of fat because of that.

My doctor did give me strict guidelines, but I have done everything a week ahead of schedule and hope I haven't harmed myself or the band in any way. I am eating soft veggies, almost any meat (chewing well), and anything soft, not high in fat or calories. I am increasing my exercise despite not being very active before surgery. I'm hoping to be up to walking 2 miles a day (four days a week) by the end of this week.

Jen, you are doing really well for being banded less than 2 months. Thanks for the advice. I think I need to stop weighing everyday,it is a hard habit to break, like not drinking during meals.

[M.T. in Indy 0]

Thank you for your input. It sounds like measuring the food is the key. This may be a dumb question, but exactly how do you measure meat? I have had food stuck only once that made me vomit, thank God. I have come close a number of other times though. At least I know I am not alone. I am so glad this site was suggested to me.

I'm glad to be able to contribute in some small way to this forum!!! I bought myself a digital scale (these are more accurate) to weigh my food (bought it some time ago on one of my many weightloss ventures!) I just put my whole meal on there and try to keep it right at 4oz. I've never had anything come back up but felt like it a couple times! You can purchase a scale anywhere I bought mine at Walmart. Good luck to you!!!