Opps!- I've Lost Weight...Help!

[Bandlam 0]

I am in the medically supervised weight loss diet phase of the qualification process and I have been following low sodium diet my doctor insisted on and basically eating as close to natual foods as possible. Too my surprise I have lost about 5 lbs, however I still have 125 more to go. I am afraid the weight loss will hurt my chances to qualify for the surgery which I believe will permanantly help me. Should I be worried? I'm in need of some advice.:help:

Thanks,

-Prebander

[katieo 0]

You still have alot to lose, so don't worry you should be fine, I think it's a great idea that you are making changes now, it will make it easier for you when you are banded and it should prove to the docs that you are serious. I agree with you when you talk about needing something to help permanently, we are all capable of losing weight, keeping it off? well thats another story all together!

WELL DONE!!!!

[shutuplena 0]

Alot of doctors require you to be on a preop diet and expect you to lose weight. So, don't worry at all. It's just that much less you have to lose afterwards. Good Luck!

[bandid 0]

I was told I had to loose during my medically suprevised diet. Specifically 10% or my insurance would not pay for it. Check into your plan a little more and be sure you don't have to also. I thing it really sucks, but I am determined to do it.

Susan