Help!

[BlondieUK 3]

Hi all...

I was wondering if someone has experienced this or similar...

I was banded on the 13th of April. I have stuck to the liquid diet for 2 weeks after... However during this second week I haven't lost a thing. I have a busy job m, so constantly on my feet, my calorie input is less than my output. I eat (or drink rather) either Protein shakes of LF Soups. If I were on a 'normal' diet I'm sure I would have loads at least a pound. I'm just a little concerned... Any thoughts would be great... Many thanks x

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[lisacaron 5,075]

@@BlondieUK your not losing weight this week is OK. Your still in recovery, give your body a chance to heal and recover from surgery and making changes to diet and now getting back to work.

Be kind to your self, and keep your Protein intake up and you will see your body will catch up.

[jimpal 3]

Unfortunately your body goes into a different weight loss mode with the band, don't compare to before, you will go off your mind! The weight comes off, you just need to be patient. I remember thinking the very same thing once you start eating you will lose steadily

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[BlondieUK 3]

Thank you guys!

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[meggs353 118]

I didn't lose any weight for the first few months after surgery (actually I gained some). But that's normal! The band on its own doesn't do anything for most people, you need to start getting fills over the next few months to experience appetite suppression. Good luck and do your best not to get discouraged- it's a journey!

[ang1129 16]

I just got my 3rd fill yesterday. Surgery was 2/25. I am only down 18lbs since banded. I fill completely different after this fill. I am hoping to be in the green zone now. Fingers crossed. I have not been feeling much restriction up till this point.

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[meggs353 118]

Good luck ang! Go slow to avoid getting stuck and to make sure your brain gets the full signal