5 weeks since 3 month post op appt.

[mtodd1205 44]

I'm almost 5 months post op and I'm only down 27lbs since surgery date. I weighed in 5 weeks ago for my 3 month post op appt and I haven't lost any since then. Help?!?! Any recommendations?

[DestinClair1983 72]

Hey there, can you give a little more info re: your current diet, and exercise regimen, Water intake, Protein intake, etc? Are you making sure that you're in the calorie/protein range recommended by your NUT? Drinking enough fluids and exercising? If you're doing everything right, you might just be in a stall, which is perfectly normal during the weight loss journey. Make sure that you're also measuring yourself, because you might still be losing inches! I've stalled several times already and I'm approaching 4 months post-op, however even if the scale refuses to budge, the inches continue to come off! Good luck

[mtodd1205 44]

I'm exercising more and have uped my Protein. I still struggle getting all my protein and Water in. I've been doing Protein Shakes to help make sure I'm getting a good amount of protein. I have to force myself sometimes to eat because I'm not hungry other days I'm fine. Nutrionist sent me a health b packet with more recommended foods so it's helping a little . I've been measuring myself and I've gained a inch in my legs from building muscle but everything else is tightening up but not losing.

[DestinClair1983 72]

It seems like you're doing things right. I know sometimes it's frustrating to be in a stall, especially since it can last for weeks. Just continue doing what you're doing, and before you know it, you'll start losing again. Be encouraged because your hard work WILL pay off, it might just take you a bit of time. As long as you continue to follow your plan, you're heading in the right direction. And it's a good sign that things are tightening up! Before you know it, the scale will move and so will the inches.

[mtodd1205 44]

Thank you! I need the encouragement and know I'm not alone. It was aggrivating weighing in this morning and measuring because I wasn't seeing a difference.