Pre-op surgery weight gain??

[Michele 2021 25]

My surgeon requested that I not gain more than 5 lbs prior to getting my bypass. I’m still a month out and noticed that I’ve gained 10 lbs since my last appointment. Has anyone else experienced weight gain prior to their surgery date? I have been lenient with my food choices recently since I will be starting the pre-op diet on 4-16...and know my future diet will be very constrictive. I am actually thinking of starting the pre-op diet sooner to counter the weight gain I’ve experienced. I’m curious to know if others have experienced these issues! Thank you in advance for any advice you may have!

[Hop_Scotch 1,632]

You will lose some weight on the pre-op diet, you may not need to start the actual pre-op diet sooner, but it would be to your benefit to return to making better choices and eating less. Or if you need to go basic: lean Proteins, low starch veges, legumes, seasonal fruit etc.

But at the end of the day, do what is doable and sustainable for you.

[Michele 2021 25]

That is very true..thank you for the great advice!