Question:
B12 INJECTIONS

Can any one help me I have had weight G/B all most 4 years ago I have lost 70 pounds an gain back 46 pounds that I have lost from the 70 an can not get the weight back off so iam thinking about the B12 injection with the pills to help u lose weight what to u all think?    — LOVEU236 (posted on March 16, 2011)

March 16, 2011
I just started taking B12 injections yesterday. I have to take them weekly for 4 weeks, then I have to take 2,000mcg per day. My B12 was extremely low at my last check-up. In researching B12, it's my understanding that a lack of B12 causes weight loss and appetite reduction, not the other way around. I'm not a physician, but that is my understanding. My suggestion would be go back to phase one of your diet post-surgery. Start with protein - things like greek yogurt, eggs, cheese, fat free refried beans, cottage cheese, etc. Retrain your pouch. See if that helps? Best of luck.
   — spitfire0379

March 17, 2011
Hi, taking B12 shots wont help you loose weight...it will help you with your lack of energy or fatigue...ithe phentermine appetite supresants will help you with the lack of energy you may be feeling and it will stop your hunger, thats if your feeling like you have to eat all the time, but since it is an aspirin based medication you would have to be put on another medication to prevent ulcers wich you would have to take every day....If you are having problems with your eating your best bet would be to go back to your first stage and retrain not only your pouch but your brain as well...remember its mind over body...have you gone to any of the support groups or have you seen a counselor to help you....maybe that is something you should do as well.....dont overwelm yourself and think about how it was right after your surgery...good luck
   — Jovanna P.

March 29, 2011
Hi! I've been giving myself B-12 shots for about 8 yrs. and it does not keep the weight off. I had gastric bypass RNY open on Jan. 8, 2001. Lost 118 lbs, gained approx. 22 lbs back and now I'm back to really watching what I eat. If we don't get a handle on what makes us eat, we continue to gain our weight back (boooo!) Good luck!
   — Betty Todd