jenz531 52 Posted July 2, 2012 Feel like such a failure I know the 3 week stall u don't lose I would be ok with the but I am still gaining and I feel like such a failure last week gained 5 now I gained another 2. I am feeling so down. I'm eating what I'm allowed and I just don't know Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catracks 865 Posted July 2, 2012 What are you eating? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SophieJaneB 92 Posted July 2, 2012 It could be Water retention, or if you're coming up on that time of the month, then that can cause a weight fluctuation for sure! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenz531 52 Posted July 2, 2012 Protein Shakes, mushies, eggs, tuna, string cheese, yogurt, Jello basically it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenz531 52 Posted July 2, 2012 I am supposed to get flo next week Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catracks 865 Posted July 2, 2012 Yes, Water retention probably. Don't weigh yourself again until after it's over. Go from there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmooney364 30 Posted July 2, 2012 I haven't been sleeved yet, but I am wondering if I will have the same problem. This is day 7 of preop liquid diet of shakes, Water , crystal lite type drinks ,broth and I have lost 3 lbs. I wonder if when I get some real food if I will start gaining. I have only been drinking 2-3 half strength shakes a day because they give me diarrhea. I hope you start losing soon, I know it is discouraging, but hang in there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenz531 52 Posted July 3, 2012 Very discouraging I feel like I failed again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MeMeMEEE 206 Posted July 3, 2012 Do you track your food anywhere like myfitnesspal? That has really helped me see when there is no way a gain can be real - when you see the calories you are eating. There are lots of sleevers on there also - great support! Protein Shakes, mushies, eggs, tuna, string cheese, yogurt, Jello basically it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msvickee 212 Posted July 3, 2012 Although I am only 5 days post op I was told by my doctor and dietician make sure you are not graving eating small amounts all day. Eat your 3 meals and 2 Snacks or Meal Replacements. I have not lost anything but the 17 lbs pre op in 2 weeks. I am looking forward to the continuous WL to kick in about 3 weeks. I want it to be steady not rushed. Goto your dietician. Good luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msvickee 212 Posted July 4, 2012 I meant grazing lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lollyfidy1965 402 Posted July 4, 2012 I will agree...tracking everything you eat may be helpful. Its very easy to have calories sneak in, if you're not writing everything down. I'm just 2 weeks post-op, and am eating between 450 and 500 calories a day. I don't expect that to change much in the next few weeks. Another question that comes to mind....what are you doing for exercise? My surgeon is very strict about getting at least 30 minutes of exercise every single day, starting as soon as you get home from the hospital. I've worked back up to walking (on a treadmill) for an hour, at 2.7mph...I burn almost as many calories as I consume in a day (as crazy as that sounds!). Don't give up, whatever you do....keep trying different things, until you find the approach that works for you!!! Best of luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenz531 52 Posted July 5, 2012 Yay I'm back on I lost the weight and an extra lb!!! Woot woot 1 MKambalimath reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
