Question:
4 wks post op gastric bypass

I have lost 30lbs in 4 wks I haven't lost anything in 1 wk.I can't seem to drink enough water could that be why i stop losing. I drink gladiator protein is this too much.Can someome give me some advice on how to start back losing weight.I am on soft foods now.    — felicia45Cook (posted on October 7, 2009)

October 7, 2009

   — ToniLee

October 7, 2009
My only advice is to make sure you aren't dehydrated. If you are...you will not lose anything until you re hydrate yourself..and you do this by drinking more than the 64 required ounces. Congrats on the loss so far! My clinic reccomends you lose 20-25 lbs a month
   — gpcmist

October 8, 2009
I advised you in a previous post of yours; to go back on liquids. I always feel that people that start on foods only 4 weeks post op are in for problems. That pouch is very tender and swollen still. It just had a MAJOR surgery, so baby it. It really needs time to heal. Then after a few months, it is hard though, then gradually start pureed food, soft then solids. I really can't stress this enough. It is so important. Just be sure to get your intake of water and protein, that is the liquid part as with others, but you can't fit water, protein, and food in a pouch that is only 2 oz in size. If you want to you can email me and I can help you with all of this. I answer questions with all honesty. I am almost 4 yrs post op with bypass, and I have had no problems. I really need to stress, stay on liquids for now. I hope you find this information helpful and that you do take my advice. Email me.
   — Kristy