Sometimes I regret telling people...

[Annek2014 58]

About my RNY. I get people are excited for me. Well so am I. But I am not losing very fast at all and it makes it hard coming to work each day and people are excited to ask me how I did or how am I doing with my weightloss. The scale is NOT moving very fast. More like at a snails pace. Sigh... I had surgery on 12/18/14 and I am down 16 pounds since the surgery.

Anyone else regret telling about their surgery?

[bellabloom 2,467]

That is so rough. Are you eating carbs? I really can't recommend enough not eating many carbs, less than 20 grams a day. It makes a huge difference!!

Also discontinue your Protein shakes and go to solid Protein forms. It keeps you full much longer and it's less caloric.

Start at the gym lifting weights and cardio. Start small and increase every week. Not only will you lose faster, you will feel more productive and in control or your life and body. You will feel empowered.

Otherwise just hang in there! You will get there eventually. It takes time and patience but it will happen.

Don't worry about what other people think. They all love you and they want the best for you that is all. They are routing for you. Express to them your frustration. Everyone!!!! Know s how hard weight loss can be. They will sympathize.

In fact if you make it look to easy, sometimes people get jealous! Everyone wants to route for you when something is actually tough and you have to show your commitment I'm sure they only have your best interest at heart and if you just let people know it's coming off but slowly, no one is going to judge you. Communication is the key.

Weight loss is a touchy subject Most people don't even say anything about my weight loss because they don't want to offend me! It makes me kinda sad when no one comments. People don't want to tread on feelings which is understandable. So just smile and try to stay positive

[bellabloom 2,467]

Also it's only been a month. You could be constipated or retaining Water. Give it some more time.

[Annek2014 58]

I drink the Premier which is 160 calories and 30 grams of Protein. When I talked with the nurse today she said start sprinkling in Protein powder in the other foods I am eating to boost my Protein. I have some powder, I will start added it in.

[BearerOfLight 9]

I know exactly what you mean Anne! My loss is going at a snail's pace also. 18 pounds down since RNY on 12/10/14. I actually ran into someone I had told today and he asked if I ever had it done. Makes me feel terrible!

Edited January 19, 2015 by BearerOfLight

[bellabloom 2,467]

I was told it is essential to discontinue liquid calories at two weeks

[Annek2014 58]

I was told it is essential to discontinue liquid calories at two weeks

How is that possible and still get in a minimum of 60 grams of Protein?

[Annek2014 58]

I know exactly what you mean Anne! My loss is going at a snail's pace also. 18 pounds down since RNY on 12/10/14. I actually ran into someone I had told today and he asked if I ever had it done. Makes me feel terrible!

We can race or snails together! LOL

[anaxila 501]

How is that possible and still get in a minimum of 60 grams of Protein?

My surgeon doesn't have his patients use shakes or liquid Proteins of any kind, so I've been on purees since Day One. I am 2 weeks out from surgery and getting about 60-70g Protein per day across 3 meals and no Snacks. If you're on myfitnesspal, you can friend me to see what I'm eating for ideas.

[BearerOfLight 9]

We can race or snails together! LOL

Yes we can! ❤️

[Cupcake 801]

Hi hang in there just remember to follow your doctors rules and goals the weight will come off . In regars to telling coworkers I have not told anyone and I still get ask the questions constantly what are you doing to loose weight , even if you tell people they are not willing to take the necessary steps to be healthy. Focus on one day at a time and eating healthy. When your coworkers ask about your weight just tell them it's an ongoing process to being healthy and your staying the course good luck . By the way loosing weight slowly has beniits it allows you skin to stretch back in place .