5 week update

[texaschick 0]

Well I can't believe it has been 5 weeks already. I went to the doc yesterday for my one month check-up and all is well. He said I was an anomoly. Most people have more problems getting things down. Not me. I can chug (sorta), eat most things (that I am allowed-no raw fruits and veggies, nuts etc), and no episodes of throwing up or sliming (except once, sort of. I ate gelato, and I ate it too fast. More like dumping. Sweaty, nauseous, etc). I can eat more than most people who post on here at my stage and later - entire small Wendy's chili, a little larger than palm sized chicken breast, etc) I had to go a week late because I have been traveling a lot (Since 3 weeks after surgery I have been to: Chicago (business), Miami (business) and Orlando (vacation - at least for the kids:laugh0:). It was definitely challenging to travel. I only took a shakes with me to use as a back up for Protein. I tried to eat my Protein the rest of the time. I did fine with eating out and finding something on the menu. I always told the server that I just had surgery, so I was looking for something prepared healthy and a small portion.

I haven't been losing as fast as some, but I am down about 22.5 lbs since surgery and 31 lbs since my one week pre-op. I most certainly have not been an angel - I have been eating carbs, although not a lot, yesterday was my worst day - half a bagel thin with Peanut Butter and a low carb tortilla. I drink coffee (actually a cappuccino) every morning. I started this at about 2-3 weeks. It made a big difference in my "regularity". Some days are better than others with the Water. I really need to work on stopping drinking 15-30 minutes before eating and waiting at least 45 minutes after I eat to start drinking again. I also need to SLOW DOWN! I am not stressing over calories, carbs, etc. I am going under the premise that if I am getting my protein, I can't fit much else. As long as the "bad" food doesn't creep back in.....My doc said to picture your open hand (the length and thickness). That is about how much you should be eating with the majority of it being protein. It should keep you satisfied for 3-4 hours. Eat only 3 times a day, and if you need something to hold you between lunch and dinner (because of the time), have a small protein snack (string cheese, deli meat, etc).

This is definitely a tool. It would be easy to slip back into old habits, especially when you feel as good as I do! My next goal is to start an exercise program. One that I can do at home as well as on the road. This will be challenging due to my osteoarthritis in knee (and now hip too I think).

Continued sucess to all how have had the surgery and best wishes to all that are comtemplating it!

[Cancel 1]

Congratulations, Glad to see you are doing so well.

I hope I am not able to eat as much as you at 5 weeks out but you seem to be doing great. Keep up th egood work.

[Bornagainbabe 4]

Hi, I am glad that you are doing so well but just take it easy with your quantities, fat intake, etc. etc. I was like you, although I didn't progress quite as quickly, but had the same type of 'dumping' experiences when I had eaten too quickly or had anything particularly sweet or fatty. I used to feel awful and have to go for a lie down. I remember having real problems with cream and that went on for a while so I avoided anything with cream or fat or refined sugar in as much as possible, although I was definitely not saintly and could binge every now and then on chocolate.

I still don't get clear 'fullness' signals after a year out so I have to be very careful with Portion Control, especially now after a year out as I can eat anything I want now - some meat if it's tough gives me problems somethimes and I usually end up spitting it out rather than swallowing. Chewing properly and taking time is the key and I do tend to be rather more conscious of that if I am eating out as I don't want to have to go and be sick. I was told that a meal should take at least 20 mins to get through but occasionally if I do feel hungry I will rush it down and then regret it.

Your weight loss is good. Most people on here report a stall at around 5-6 weeks anyway but once you get into a good routine of eating regularly and healthily you will be fine. I know from your post that you're not eating a lot of rubbish now but it can be tempting to push it at times and let's face it, the occasional treat is a good thing and you deserve it. Moderation and being sensible is key.

Good luck x

[Maddie 9]

The fact that you bounced back so fast and was able to travel like that is really awesome. I'm glad to hear that all is going well for you.

[DDUKES 9]

Whew! I'm glad to see someone else feels the same way I do. I was sleeved on June 29th and I was up and feeling great the next day! I was starting to think that I am doing something wrong. Since pre op I've lost a total of about 32 pounds...but now in week 2 I've stalled! My weight has not changed for 2 weeks and I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong. It has become very frustrating. I'm trying to increase my Protein and Water in take. Some days I feel like I'm drinking too many liquids, because they go down so easily. So I guess I'm kind of paying the price for feeling so good!? NO WEIGHT LOSS!!! Does anyone have any suggestions or will the weight EVER come off and did I get this surgery for NOTHING???