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HI All

I'm 65 and when I attend my support groups all the others seem so much younger.

I had my surgery 5/28/14. On weighing myself the second week after my MD visit I had gained 3 lbs. This is very discouraging especially since the MD said to expect the greatest weight loss in the first month. I am following the guides given by the MD and the nut. I am walking 3-4 miles most days. Any other seniors out there having the same problem.

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I wonder if you ate something to salty and retained fluids.

I am a firm believer in not stepping on the scale at home because it can be self defeating.

If you really have to weigh yourself at home do it once only, wearing the same thing each time and at the same time of day.

Feel better about this it will come off.

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I am going in for my surgery tomorrow and this is my biggest fear. I have been dieting and exercising for years with yo yo effects. I think some times we put to much stress on ourselves and that can cause hormonal changes which can affect weight loss big time. I would just try to relax a bit (I know how hard that is, but you may just need it) If it continues talk to your nutritionist and doctor.

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