Does size matter?

[lastone719 0]

I've been reading so many success stories with the lap band and I notice some lost a little weight and some lost a lot of weight for the first 3 months. Does that depend on your size or your diet after the procedure?

[Terry Poperszky 2,784]

Yes. Both are factors, as well as genetics and lifestyle.

[BayougirlMrsS 3,933]

Terry is correct... and how much your willing to work at it..

[2muchfun 8,927]

So many variables with WLS. Much of the weight lost post surgery is just Water loss, so if you have 200 lbs to lose, your body has a lot of excess fluids and they come off rather easily. If you don't have a pre surg diet you will most likely lose more after surgery than someone who loses 20-40 lbs pre surg.

Some people get restriction with just the surgery and feel satisfied withoiut getting fills. It's a crapshoot.

[Sharpie 3,306]

my Doc said because I am not really big (my staring wt was 198) It would probably be a slower process.. but, that is okay I think I will stay healthier.. so far I have lost 38 lbs (surg date 1/15/13) so it's slow but steady.. yes I also think it's how you eat, exercise, age and genetics... I am older (66) than some and I just started exercise routine so we will see what happens . I am staying in the plan 1 cup of food each meal.. sometimes I eat in between but usually low cal , high Protein snacks.. My diabetes is in check, my blood pressure has improved and I have more energy than I have had in years so it's a win, win...

[lastone719 0]

Thx all...great info!