Loss Of 50 Pounds In 11 Months - Is That Normal

[mgvol29 0]

I had my lapband surgery 12/21/2010 - I am only down 49.5 pounds. My last fill was 4.5cc's and I am finally being able to fill the difference with eating smaller portions.

I go to Zumba twice a week and walk everyday - eat light meals twice a day and drink no sugared drinks.< /p>

I am a little dissappointed. I have dropped down from a size 22 to a 16.....am I losing like I am supposed to?

Lately, the last week I seem to have a lot of indigestion - just wonder if I am overeating or if there may be something else like a hiatal hernia or reflux......never had that before

mg

[Phranp 46]

I started having a little reflux at night a few weeks back. I bought otc Zegrid and have not had a problem with it since. I do however, have problems at night if I eat too close to my bedtime ... the food just won't digest if I do not sit up 1-2 hours. But that's not so strange.

As for "is this normal", in weightloss "normal" is a relative term. Some people have to cut their carbs to make the numbers go lower on the scale; others must exercise more; and still others must do both. The key/trick is to find what works for your body/metabolism. It can be a challenge especially when you do not have a large amount of weight to lose. If you are currently at a size 16, you must be another 50 lbs or less to goal, yes?

I suggest you pay close attention to how your body responds to certain foods and once you get your formula going ... you'll be golden!

All the bst to you on your journey.

~Fran

[Corrigan 75]

It's really hard to say what's normal for you. A lot depends on your level of exercise, caloric intake.

I lowered my food intake until I had a steady loss of 2 lbs a week, average. That'll give me my goal in

a year. It handy to keep a log of everything you eat, no matter how small. Some time it's surprising how

much we eat without realizing it. One other thing some folks are having success with is the 5 day pouch

test, it's free and worth a try. Lots of luck.