1 week post op - weight loss slow down already?

[stomlin75 161]

So, I had my surgery on the 7th and have been losing weight very steadily at approximately 2 pounds per day or so. I was 275 before surgery and 280 right after my surgery. As of yesterday, I was down to 266. Today I weighed in and I am still 266. What should I reasonably be expecting? I am so worried I won't lose weight after years and years of failed attempts. I feel like I remember someone telling me they lost 17 pounds in the first week. Thoughts??

[abiff 10]

You're body is in starvation mode. As much as it sucks sip a bottle of Isopure (buy at GNC or other health stores) throughout the day. I had the same problem and the day after I sipped through a bottle I dropped 5 lbs overnight. You're body is craving Protein.< /p>

[stomlin75 161]

You're body is in starvation mode. As much as it sucks sip a bottle of Isopure (buy at GNC or other health stores) throughout the day. I had the same problem and the day after I sipped through a bottle I dropped 5 lbs overnight. You're body is craving Protein.

Thanks, that makes sense. I am struggling to get the Protein in. I will get those drinks.

[*susan* 1,709]

You are doing great! Right now, your body is in a bit of a state of shock. You just put it through major surgery and all kinds of changes are taking place. It is trying to adjust to all of these changes and settle back down. During this time, stalls, or even a slight gain, are not unusual. It could even just be plain old Water retention. The important thing to remember is this is not a race or competition. Please don't compare yourself to others, as everyone's body is different, reacts differently to surgery and loses differently. As I said before, you are doing great!

One more suggestion, just weigh yourself once a week. Doing so daily can drive one crazy with the way our bodies fluctuate, lol.

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