Does age really make a difference in rate or quantity of weight lost?

[JALUVIC 79]

I'm wondering how age affects the rate of loss or total amount lost....I'm 58 and keep thinking that my metabolism is slower simply because of age. Do you think those of us "ahem" over ...50/55...lose slower in general?

[Babbs 14,680]

Well, I'm 47 and I definitely think I lose at a little slower pace than some others. I know quite a few people that have had the surgery the same time or a week or so after me and have lost quite a bit more than I have, and they are younger than me. Or I could chalk it up to not having as much to lose? Or both? I dunno. All I know is it's slow but fairly steady for me, but I'll take it any way I can

[1Day1Life4Now 882]

I;m 59 and I know I've lost a lot slower than many people but the point is I've lost weight and I am still losing. Slow weight loss is better than no weight loss. Besides I really believe that the slower weight loss will help us keep it off.

[Gibble 28]

I talked to my Dr. about this yesterday and she said its a known fact that our metabolism slows with age so I should't be concerned about my slow weight loss it is normal. I am losing and my labs are good and I feel great.

[BitterSweet* 835]

Metabolism does naturally slow with age, but your defication and adherence to your post-op program will ultimately determine how successful you will be. I've seen a lot of members on here mention that they do not exercise post-op and I think that's a crucial component that shouldn't be ignored. It is necessary to help re-establish a higher functioning metabolism, decreases excess skin, and is healthy for your heart and bones.

[BitterSweet* 835]

Metabolism does naturally slow with age, but your defication and adherence to your post-op program will ultimately determine how successful you will be. I've seen a lot of members on here mention that they do not exercise post-op and I think that's a crucial component that shouldn't be ignored. It is necessary to help re-establish a higher functioning metabolism, decreases excess skin, and is healthy for your heart and bones.