Question:
How do I stop LOSING weight

I had a VERY successful gastric bypass on 9-25-06 weighing in at 256lbs, I am now past my goal of 150lbs (current weight of 123lbs)Now i am starting to really look skeletal and people think something is wrong with me. Help please. Jody C,    — JodyC (posted on October 26, 2009)

October 26, 2009
Be sure you are eating up to 1000-1200 a day. If you don't eat that amount a day, then you aren't going to stop losing. I snack all day on little things, then I eat my dinner which is small. But some will say not to snack or nibble, but I don't know about you, but I can't eat 1,200 calories in one meal, so I do eat throughout the day. I make healthy choices as well. I think that is what matters. So you could also bump up your carb intake a little bite too. My R.D. told me that one. Hope this helps.
   — Kristy

October 27, 2009
Hi ! I too had this problem..went below my goal weight and wasn't sure how to stop..I had to increase my portion size to 4 oz..was only eating 2 at meals...and had to eat more calorically rich foods... no fake mayo, whole salad dresssings, etc...peanut butter, and stay healthy with your choices. If you workout you may need to increase your caloric intake even more. I am currently maintaining and eat as I said 4 ounces 4-5 times a day for a calorie total of 1300-1500 a day depending on if I work out or not. I would discuss it with your nut if you can. Mine also suggested a protein shake while I work out just to give me calories while there. it took me a few months to get it right for me..but I did. I had gotten down to 114 and now weigh in between 118 and 122. Best of luck to you and congrats on doing so well! I bet you feel good! I know I do! hugs,Kim
   — gpcmist

October 27, 2009
Cut back on exercize, and eat higher calorie protiens like nuts and cheese. Add a few more carbs.
   — trible

October 27, 2009
Had the same problem. Got down to a size 4 and was looking unhealthy and too thin. I had to increase my calorie intake and had to cut down my cardio from 5x a week to 3x a week and added more strength training. Talk to your NUT and come up with a plan - a balance. Worked for me. Now I am a happy 6/8.
   — jammerz