On Track?

[laceyb 31]

I'm now 2 months post op and have lost 40 lbs. I've had a few complications. One being an entire week of almost not being able to eat or drink which resulted in hospitalization and an insane amount of fluids to get me hydrated and meds to control nausea. I lost 11 lbs that week and then once I was better and could eat again I gained some weight back which the surgeon had warned me would happen and not to worry, but I still did. Then I had a stall for a few days and then over Thanksgiving I lost 6lbs.

So my real question here I guess is 40 lbs on track? Am I behind at all? Sometimes I scare myself into thinking I've stretched my sleeve out because I'm obviously eating more than I did when I was almost bedridden every day with nausea. Any advice or comments would be much appreciated as I know most of the time I just let my mind wander into horrific territory.

[jacksmommy719 63]

Everyone varies as you can see by reading all these threads. I'm 2 months post op and down 30. I would say we are on the same track!! Choo Choo! )

[laceyb 31]

Wow I just realized I can't count. I'm two months out as well sleeved 9/21. I'll go edit the original post now, but thank you. I'm glad we're on the same track. Makes me feel infinitely better.

[jacksmommy719 63]

You're ahead of the game! I was sleeved on 9/24 and only down 30. I haven't exercised since I went back to work and I'm sure that slowing me down. May I ask what a regular days meal might consist of for you? I don't think I'm eating enough

[Laura81 5]

I agree your doing great I'm also 2 months post op and down a total of 38 lbs but since surgery 22 I'm frustrated depress etc but I think I know my issue

[laceyb 31]

Oh man I am definitely not the stunning example of eating because I'm a college student plus with my nausea there's a ton I stay away from now just from horrible memories. I usually have plain grits for Breakfast (when I remember to eat it ) half a sandwich for lunch and a healthy version of a taco salad for dinner. I use ground turkey with fat free and low sodium Beans, lettuce, onions, a teaspoon of light sour cream and some cheese. My deli meat is fat free, gluten free, an MSG free. It tastes amazing. I swear better than the normal kind.

Of course I vary everything. Sometimes I have Soup or canned chili or a turkey dog. Yesterday I bought veggie burgers and they are delicious. I only eat half though. I'm lucky to have such an awesome roommate who eats the other half of what I make. When I get hungry in between meals I have a few baby carrots and I'm fine.

I also exercise everyday but Sunday. I do cardio all days but weights on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

[jacksmommy719 63]

Thanks! I'm definitely not eating enough!