gained 7 lbs-3 mos PO HOW?

i was doing great--lost 55 pounds at 2 1/2 months post-op. then suddenly started gaining.. 7 pounds worth in a week! freaking out here.. i have no idea WHY! it won't go away either... i drink plenty of liquids-have to remember to eat most of the time/but make myself eat egg beaters w/cheese every morning--cheese for lunch or cottage cheese w/cantalope-supper=salad w/cheese and mixture of veggies or ckn breast w/green beans and tiny potatoe, or green peas... snack on cheese.. popcorn sometimes.. i can't stand atkins shakes anymore-no matter what i do to them.. what do you folks eat???

I feel your pain!! I wish I could help you, but just know that you are not alone. I was down about 55# in 2 1/2 and have just stopped right now. I can't seem to shake a pound! I have started an exercise routine 4 x last week and thought the increased activity would do it. NOPE. Yesterday I had added protein and upped my h20 tons, still no change. I have not gained, but have also not lost at all. I am wondering if there isn't a giant adjustment that our bodies are going through at this time. I also have not seen a change in size for the past month. If I could lose inches and not #s or #s not inches, it would at least feel like it was worth it. Have you contacted your Dr?? I am considering it! I really need help too! The one thing that I keep thinking is that although so many people have had struggles along the way, I have not seen anyone just say "It all stopped coming off and I have not lost another #" And when you see SO many success stories, it's had to believe that the loss can stop! Good luck and keep going in the right direction! It sounds like you are doing everything right!! -Jeanette 264/210 Lap RNY 5-9-03

I have to say that I gained 4 pounds last week and lost it all so far this week... It is because i started working out everyday... I was told by my dr it was due to the fact im building muscle and that weighs more then fat hope that helps

I hear you. I got on the scale yesterday and I have gained 4 pounds in 1 week??? Puzzling? I am 13 weeks post op (tomorrow) and I have lost 81 pounds so far until yesterday... BOY was that a Shocker. I have researched quite a few Q & A's about this on the web site. Everyone has a different reason... But it is only one week so I am not to worried yet. Just remember to drink your water and eat your protien and exercise.... It has made be watch very closely on what I am eating for Snacks and meals... Don't give up yet...