Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

HELP! Pre-op diet questions....



Recommended Posts

ok, so I am set to have surgery May 20th. I've been on the pre op diet for going on 11 days now. I've lost 9.5 pounds. I'm really frustrated. This past week, I've only lost 2 pounds and this morning when I stepped on the scale, I'd gained a half a pound. I'm following everything exactly as I should, but can't even stand to eat the same foods anymore, but I am. It's a struggle, but I'm doing it. I've been exercising every day as well and drinking my Protein Shakes. I know that my period is due in a few days and figure this is bloat from that, but has anyone gone through the same thing? Any suggestions or anything? I'm just feeling really down about it today and could use some reassurance. If you have any advice at all, I'd really appreciate it! Thanks so much.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

You're probably right ... time of the month. And it happens to lots of people. I'm past that (and not missing it) but fluctuations are normal and will still be a part of your life after surgery. You've lost really well for 11 days....almost a pound a day is not a typical weight loss or a sustainable rate. You're doing fine!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Thanks for the reply Cathy. I completely know not to expect to keep losing at the rate I have, especially after surgery. I guess the reason I'm frustrated is because the surgeon said to lose 10-20 pounds with this pre-op diet, and I find myself fluctuating with just these 10 pounds. I know it's crazy to get upset about losing 9.5 pounds in 11 days, hell, I should be happy. But I guess just seeing the gain really hit me and made me mad! Thanks for your kind words! And congrats on your weight loss!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I agree with Cathy. The fluctuations are to be expected and you are doing really well. Stay away from the scale, if you can, as it has a tendency to be mean and unforgiving. Try to focus on what you are doing right, keep exercising, and keep a positive attitude. Your brain is in charge now. You can do this and you just have to believe it. We are all cheering you forward. Can you hear us? YAAAAAAY! :)

Elgrad

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Just hang in there, you are doing great! Even after surgery I would easily go up and down about 3 pounds from one day to the next before the scale would finally settle down. Around that time of month it was not unusual for me to gain 5 pounds overnight!

Keep up the good work!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Thanks everybody so much. I really appreciate it. You've already made me feel better! I guess I just needed to hear what you guys were saying. Maybe I'm just being hormonal with that time of the month! LOL. Thanks again and congrats to you all!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

You will have ups and downs even after banding. Exercising can cause this. If you gain muscle and loose fat, muscle weights more than fat. Don't get discouraged. Stick with it. The real results will show in how your clothes fit.

weight.png

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Just stay the course, that extra half a pound will go, heck just having too much salt last night could do that, and I always gain a lb ot 2 at that time of the month. Hang in there you will start back down again.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • Alisa_S

      Gearing up for my consult 01/14! Starting to get a little nervous.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Goyafigs

      I had VSG 11.20.24 with Miguel Burch, MD Cedars-Sinai and I am 1 month post-op. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • DaisyChainOz

      🥳 Jan 1 2025 - Day 1 of Pre Op, surgery on the 16th! 😬😅
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Alisa_S

      Just been waiting until time for my consult with my bariatric surgeon. It's scheduled for Jan 9th. Turns out I won't actually be seeing him. Apparently it'll be with his P.A.             Not sure what to expect. I thought this is where the surgeon would discuss the best surgery option for me. For years I had my heart set on the sleeve, but I've read so many people have issues with reflux - even if they've never had it before - that they've had to be revised to the bypass. I already deal with GERD & take 40 mg of Omeprazole daily, so I started studying about bypass and honestly, it seems like it might be the better choice for me. How can we discuss surgery options if the surgeon is not there?
      What happened at your first consult? Trying to get an idea of what to expect, or maybe I should say, what NOT to expect.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • rinabobina

      I would like to know what questions you wish you had asked prior to your duodenal switch surgery?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×