Disappointing Weight Loss

[debco66az 7]

I am 6 weeks post surgery, and had my first fill 2 weeks ago. I have only lost 10 pounds in 6 weeks. I lost more weight on the preop diet. I'm starting to worry that this won't work for me. I'm watching what I eat, and eating significantly less than before surgery, but still not much results.

[steph2012 252]

Give it time. It will happen for you..

You are only 6 weeks post op. You need to focus on healing right now & not weight loss.

When you reach your sweet spot OR the green zone (everyone calls it something different), you'll start to see good results.

You can do this. You've already taken the most difficult step...

[BlueMoon~T 276]

Try not to be discouraged. Until you get to that "green zone" with your band it may feel like a struggle and just like any other diet without the band you will need the will power to continue to make good food choices.

I've been told a few times on this forum that a loss is a loss is a loss. At least your scale is moving backwards. Keep your chin up and don't get down on yourself or your band. You got this!

[SlowJourney 57]

10 pounds in six weeks! I would be ecstatic! That's 1 and half pounds a week. Keep up the good work

[PrettyThick1 1,860]

Oh sweet grasshopper. You must be patient with yourself. The results will come, stay the course and keep your eye on the goal. And NEVER ever compare your results with anyone else's, it is a recipe for disappointment and could hold you back. Your body is responding the way IT wants to, give it time.

[debco66az 7]

Thank you all so much! Your positive responses and encouragement made me smile! I will stay positive and keep working on it.

[cheryl2586 3,053]

As I have probably said a million times you will not lose weight every single day, week or month. It is normal. Just keep doing what you are doing high Protein low carb and the weight loss will come. It's too early in the game to become depressed about your loss. A loss is a loss no matter if it is an ounce or a lb. You will be fine. Patience is a virtue in the band world. It took me three years to lose all my weight. I did not get depressed but dealt with it in positive manners. Your body is adjusting to a calorie deficit and is saying something is wrong we have to hold on to the fat because we a not getting 3,000 calories a day anymore. Just be patient you will lose weight.