Question:
I lost only 5lb in one month, it is normal?
This is my fourth month post-operation and I had lost so far 64lb. Really great job but on the fourth month I only lost 5lb and start loosing lot of hair. Why I stop loosing that drastically. — reborning (posted on February 21, 2008)
February 21, 2008
i had my surgery on oct.1st and have lost 61 lbs so far. everybody looses
at different rates, so just hang in there and keep doing what you are
supposed to. my hair is shedding alot more now too, but my doctor told me
to expect it and that it wouldn't last long and should all come back over
time. hope this helps, email me anytime, Holly
— RNlvnCARSON
February 21, 2008
Hey Celia,
First of off -- congratulations on the weight loss. The weight loss will
slow down from time to time in order for the rest of your body to adjust
--so don't panic. You are doing great! That's about where I am now at
about 5 lbs. a month. I just keep doing what I'm doing. It will kick in
again -- don't worry.
— the7thdean
February 21, 2008
You're doing great....and I can certainly relate to the decline in pounds
off. I'm also 4 months post-op and haven't been losing like I did before.
I'm down a total of 60 since surgery and just started noticing more hair
loss as well. Plus my skin on my face isn't looking as healthy. I'm
really trying to boost my protein, taking biotin supplements, (along with
the other things we're suppose to take) and drinking lots of liquids.
(water) I hate now that I'm able to consume more variety of foods....even
though I wanted to...now I'm going through this fear factor of thinking
I'll sabotage if I eat too much. So I'm really concentrating on nutrients,
calories, and portions. A good reliable source for me here...was another
member that is 4 years out and maintaining well. She stated that your body
loses so quickly in the beginning, then it fights for it's survival
basically. So things slow a bit....but once it gets back to adjusting to
it's new size, the pounds will come off...but slower. Take this time..as I
have....to really focus on getting the right amount of protein, and what I
mentioned before..about portions....liquids, etc. and focus more on
getting fitter....more toned. Losing weight so quickly does a number on
your skin. So I'm really trying to tone up that loose stuff...and figure
that the end result will be more weight or inches lost...along with a more
svelt figure. Good luck and lots of well wishes.... hugs
Cheryl
— Cheryl K.
February 21, 2008
Congrad's on the great job so far. You need to get 75-85 grams of protein
per day and that will help the hair loss slow down and help you feel
better. Also check your B-12 levels through a blood test. As to the
weight slowing down, don't worry and just stick to your diet and it will
start up again. I stalled for 20 days and then it started up, but keep
excersize and the diet as your focal point and you will do just fine.
— William (Bill) wmil
February 21, 2008
The slow down in weight loss is very normal. As far as losing your hair,
you haven't been getting in the minimum amount of protein each and every
single day-- 70 grams. Even if you miss not getting that amount for 1 day,
you have already done harm to your hair. No amount of anything will help
or reverse that. Now what you can do to get your hair to grow back in
quickly is to take Biotin. Above the "reccomended" dosage. Some
say it doesn't help, however it DOES help with some people. It certainly
has for me. I had super thick hair before surgery and it has thinned out
quite a bit, but the regrowth has been coming in fast w/me taking the
Biotin. Keep up the great weight loss, good luck, God bless and welcome to
the losing side!
— crystalsno
February 21, 2008
YOU HAVE HIT YOUR FRIST PLATAUE NOT TO WORRY YOU WILL START LOSING AGAIN
SOON.I'M 61/2 MO OUT AND HAVE HAD SEVERAL ONES.I'VE LOST120 LBS SINCE I
STARTED IN MARCH HAD SURGERY IN JUNE.YOUR DOING GREAT!!!GOOD LUCK WITH
FUTURE WIEGHT LOSE. LEHIGH
— lehigh
February 21, 2008
Congratulations on losing 64 lbs that's awesome!! In December I only lost
5 kbs too, it's just a stall and before liong you'll be losing more
weight, I'm at a stall right now but that's OK because I know it won't
last. Good Luck and God Bless, Debi
— DEBI R.
February 21, 2008
Every month will be a different weight loss, some months it will fall off
and others you'll have to really work for it. Appreciate the times you
have to work for it and make that a solid habit. We can definately get
spoiled on those fall off months. Just imagine that you are 64lbs closer
to your goal than you were 4 months ago and without those 5lbs, it would
only be 59!! CONGRATULATIONS!!
— bariatricdivalatina
February 22, 2008
Please do not be discouraged. This is part of the journey. I am 11 months
out and down 115 lbs. I went weeks with no loss and wondered what was wrong
with me then all of a sudden 8 pounds down. It is the journey of a lifetime
and if you start thinking in the old way you will sabotage the journey.
Keep positive and stay connected to the great people on this site.
Best of luck
— donna fossett
February 24, 2008
I too have had a one or two minor little or no weight loss from one week to
the next. I am in my 7th month now and my weight loss has slowed somewhat.
But I notice that I'm still lossing around the waist and torso, so maybe
it's being redistributed due to my 1hr/3x weekly YMCA Treadmill (1 mile)
& weights lifting (40 min also 3x weekly). I went from 54"waist
to 46" since Aug 7th 2007.
As for hair loss my doc and bariatric dietician staff told me to be sure to
take as much protein prescribed. So in addition to the recommended protein
for each meal I do supplement my intake with apporved protein bars (EAS)
and at least 3 Tbls of Soy Protein (both from Walmart) daily. So far no
hair loss that I've noticed. So hang in there and follow your bariatrics
team (including your fellow patients) Rx and advise. And as said in
previous replies we all loose the pounds at our own rate.
— Bill M.
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