Question:
Is it normal to gain weight??

HI. I am 7 weeks post-op open rny. I usually weigh myself once a week. I weighed myself this morning and the scale said I have gained 2 pounds. NOw, I have been doing everything I am suppose to. The only thing I can think of is that I did not do as much excersice last week as I normally do. But this shouldnt make me gain weight. I eat between 600-800 calories daily. I take in about 70 grams of protein, and close to 100 oz of calorie free liquid. Is this normal?    — jackie L. (posted on February 17, 2009)

February 17, 2009
I don't think it is "normal" to gain weight during the first year...BUT, it is normal to have fluctations from water retention for certain. But water is not a weight gain... You don't really have to worry about 2-3 lbs...It's usually temporary for a few days...Try drinking more water so your body doesn't need to "store" water. Staying hydrated will usually prevent water retention. You didn't gain any weight...when you start gaining 5 -6 pounds, you can bet you are gaining weight! You are fine! Drink up!
   — .Anita R.

February 17, 2009
It is water and try adding lemon or lime fresh into your water to flush out the water. Excerise every day -30 minutes to 1 hour walking ...You are doing great.
   — Eneleh

February 17, 2009
In the beginning of your journey the fluctuation is going to happen. Try weighing yourself once a month. It is so gratifying to see the big number loss rather than the weekly loss. I weighed myself monthly and it was very rewarding. 5 years out, I still weigh myself monthly to stay on track.
   — bariatricdivalatina

February 17, 2009
Hi,try to stay off the scale that thing will make u crazy. I weigh at a friends house and not to often the results are great I have weighed and then be up 2 pounds and then weigh the next time a couple of days later and down 2 plus so it mostly water retain, Keep p the great work Tammi Their is going to be times when we get stuck and we need to continue what we are doing and remember we have come this far no going back,
   — Tammi Sandoval

February 17, 2009
Your doing fine. Just remember your doing everything right, it is just your body adjusting. If your not doing anything wrong it will come off. This is a process, just keep up the good work and don't do the scale thing. It can drive you a little crazy...Good Luck Jaynee B from NJ
   — Jaynebgirl

February 17, 2009
Don't weigh yourself every week!! Your weight will fluctuate for different reasons so don't drive yourself crazy. It's more fun to wait until you go to the doctor and find you've lost 60 pounds! I didn't even weigh myself until recently and I'm 2 years post op. Someone gave you the advise to make sure you're drinking a lot of water and I agree with that. Water is the clue but don't drink during a meal as you probably know.
   — Muggs

February 18, 2009
I agree with the folks how say don't worry. That weight is going to melt away. You are doing great. Keep drinking, and keep up with the protein. Write EVERYTHING you take in down and keep it to review with your nutritionist and for yourself. Happy Journey! Bill
   — Bill_Nagle52