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I had my surgery on May 2, I am down 19 pounds, but I have been stuck here for two weeks. I'm not sure what I am doing wrong. I have been back to a regular diet for 1 1/2 weeks. I've been eating eggs, chicken & veggies and walking. Any suggestions, is this normal?

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I had a very similar experience. Keep doing what you are doing and you will see the results again. I lsot 18 pounds the first two weeks after surgery. Then, the doctor put me on mushies/shredded food, and I gained about 4 pounds back. I just told myself that my body was reacting to the changes and that plateaus are normal.

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I'm pretty sure it is normal. It is happening to me, too, as well as some others on the board. Give yourself a little time and make sure you are taking in enough food. I found when I tracked my food that for a while there I was only taking in about 300-400 calories a day so I bumped it up to about 700-800. That's all I can get in right now. My biggest problem is the water! I just can't seem to get enough in. :lol: We're gonna make it, though!! :lol:

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You also need to take into consideration how much you're eating (portion wise) as well as how much Protein each day. I'm not on a "calorie" limit, but I can only have 1/4cup each meal, limited carbs...at least 60gms protein each day. I lost 9lbs 1st 2wks post-op, then 5lbs this 3rd week post-op. yes, everybody looses diff, but I know how I'm maintaining my diet is making it work for me. You're still on the right tract..good work!!

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I was banded May 7th and lost 10 pounds the first week. Then I stayed the same weight for two WHOLE weeks. It was awful, but finally this week I dropped 4 pounds. So I can totally relate, but it will come off if you stick to the plan!! Keep up the good work!:lol:

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I would have to say it is very normal. My best friend and I were banded on May 9th and lost 23 pounds in the first couple weeks post op but have not lost ANYTHING in almost two weeks. My friend...the same thing. I am doing everything right but the scale will not budge. Keep doing what you are doing and remain positive. Things will get better for us!!!

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Just to let ya'll know, I lost 4 lbs this week, I guess it's just the body adjusting to all this rapid change that caused it to stall for a while.:thumbup:

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That's great! Congratulations! It just goes to show you for next time that when you hit a plateau, you can push through it!:tongue2:

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