Hormonal or medical setbacks?

[NothingUpMySleeve 244]

Today is my one-month surgiversary and I've lost only 5 lb.

I did a 10 day pre-op diet and did not lose weight, but my liver looked great, so that was enough for me.

I lost 5 lb the first week or so, then 2 the following week. I gained the 2 lb back shortly after, and have lost nothing since then.

I eat 600-700 calories a day, and try to stay high Protein, low carb and minimal processed food. I don't even have the desire to cheat and have only felt intense hunger once. I walk my dog on a two mile route each day, and just started adding the elliptical in for 30 minutes. My clothes are slightly looser, in the mild way you'd expect after losing 5 lb.

I believe I must have some hormonal condition or something impeding my progress. Did anyone experience this? If so, what medications or dietary changes made the difference for you? I can't see a dr until March, but I want to go armed with some knowledge.

Some background info: I'm not diabetic and don't have PCOS. Not menopausal. Thyroid levels were normal as of 18 months ago, not sure now.

[BabySheldon 158]

Today is my one-month surgiversary and I've lost only 5 lb. I did a 10 day pre-op diet and did not lose weight, but my liver looked great, so that was enough for me. I lost 5 lb the first week or so, then 2 the following week. I gained the 2 lb back shortly after, and have lost nothing since then. I eat 600-700 calories a day, and try to stay high Protein, low carb and minimal processed food. I don't even have the desire to cheat and have only felt intense hunger once. I walk my dog on a two mile route each day, and just started adding the elliptical in for 30 minutes. My clothes are slightly looser, in the mild way you'd expect after losing 5 lb. I believe I must have some hormonal condition or something impeding my progress. Did anyone experience this? If so, what medications or dietary changes made the difference for you? I can't see a dr until March, but I want to go armed with some knowledge. Some background info: I'm not diabetic and don't have PCOS. Not menopausal. Thyroid levels were normal as of 18 months ago, not sure now.

Well, its 5 pounds that are gone forever. So many sleevers start off slow and loose 95+ lbs by their one year...one month is no measure of your long term success....

There are tons of stories about "slow losers..."

Chin up :-)

Shel

[NothingUpMySleeve 244]

I understand that patience is a virtue, however I've read time and again not to "squander" the magical first six month window. I just want to make the most of it.

[WombatVSG 56]

It's worth talking over with your doctor and/or nutritionist, just so if there is something funky, they can check it out. I asked my nutritionist what the suggested caloric intake was post-op, and here's what she said:

Week 1 through Week 3 (Bariatric Liquids): You are likely consuming 350-400 calories, at the most.

Week 3 through Week 6 (Bariatric Soft): You are likely consuming 400-500 calories.

Week 6 through Month 3: 500-600 calories.

Month 4 through Year 1: 700-800 calories

At weight maintenance: 1000 calories

Of course, it turns out that 2 weeks out, I'm having about 500 calories, and am not hitting the 30 grams of carbs goal they set, so... there's tweaking to be done.

[jess9395 5,449]

I'm so sorry! That must be so frustrating!!!! I wish I had something to offer you.

You've consulted with your Dr/Nut I am sure. Did they have any advice or input?

[NothingUpMySleeve 244]

Wombat, that's interesting. Maybe I'll try to cut back 100 or so.

[NothingUpMySleeve 244]

@jess, my dr suggested adding a few calories, but I gained. They suggested more activity, but I just started with that, so we'll see. I don't have a NUT, but have had them in the past.

[jess9395 5,449]

@jess, my dr suggested adding a few calories, but I gained. They suggested more activity, but I just started with that, so we'll see. I don't have a NUT, but have had them in the past.

Crazy! Is your dr concerned with what you are going thru? Have any explanations for you?

[NothingUpMySleeve 244]

My bariatric clinic reaches out to me about once a week. They are so nice but they're in mexico, so I need to find a local dr for follow up blood work.