Question:
I'm looking for anyone that started @ 5'3 and 296lbs 4 month's out.

I had surgery 09-17-03, I started at 296lbs and I weigh 216lbs now, does this seem right. I'm just curious about other's like me. I still can't eat very much at all, about 1/2 cup, sometimes not that if it's meat. Also, has anyone tried diet soda this early out, how did you tolerate it? Please keep in mind I'm 5'3. Thank-you, Cheryl    — [Deactivated Member] (posted on February 6, 2004)

February 5, 2004
Cheryl, I am 5'2 and started out at 257 and had surgery on 8-4-03 and I am down 90 pounds. You sound like you are doing great! You have lost 80 pounds already. Remember to do some exercise. Are you drinking protein drinks, and how much water a day? It will come off, stick to the rules. Just think, have you ever been able to lose that much in that amount of time before? I think your right on track. Stephanie
   — Stephanie G.

February 6, 2004
Cheryl, I don't know if you'll want my input because I am taller (5'9") and started heavier than you (320), but I had surgery one day after you. So, as far as being four months out, I'm right there with you. I think your weight loss is awesome. I started at 320 and weigh 273 now. I can't eat very much, either, but I am definitely noticing that I am starting to be able to eat a little more. I tried diet soda for the first time about two weeks ago and since then have had about a half a can every other day. I tolerate quite well, but you'll notice that you can't drink it the way you used to. I just sip on mine and it takes me hours to drink a half a can. Oh, but the taste - heavenly. It's the only thing I've missed since surgery. Good luck and keep up the amazing work!!! Hugs, ~Kristy (lap rny 9/18/03 - 320/243/168)
   — kristynush

February 6, 2004
Hey! I started out at 304 at 5'4 (really probably 5'3, but I need that inch, lol). At four months post op, I had lost about 80 lbs. I am now one year post op and I have lost 162 pounds, wearing a size 8/9. You are doing GREAT. Keep it up.
   — SarahC

February 6, 2004
You sound right on the money. I am 5'3" starting at 317. I am now about two years out and this morning I weighed 146.
   — Oldsoul

February 6, 2004
Hi Cheryl- I'm 5'3" and started at 316. At 4 months post I lost 72.5 pounds. You're doing great! Keep up with the rules and you'll do fine. About your soda question, I don't know. I personally don't like soda and haven't had it in years.
   — Yolanda J.

February 6, 2004
Cheryl, I had my surgery 9-15-03 and I was 264 and 5'3"...I am now as of Tues at about 200...I was quite ill after surgery and in the hospital for approx 5 weeks and then still ill and back in the hospital Dec 1 for a week...Have just started feeling better the last month and my Dr said I was doing fine...I too would like to have lost more in that length of time but am impatient...smile...am drinking Isopure protein drink with 40 grams of protein and no carbs and no sugar and no fat...Dr said I should try to drink one a day and continue doing what I am doing..even started going to gym last weekend....I think you are doing ok just keep up with the protein and water and exercise...good luck
   — Rhondaroo78

February 6, 2004
I had my surgery 09/05/03. I am 5'3" and I weighed 298. As of yesterday, my five month anniversary, I weighed 208. So it sounds like we are on the same track, although I know that all people lose at different speeds. I have found that I can eat more of certain foods, like cheese and popcorn (I know it has carbs and all, but I actually lose more when I have a snack at night) I never liked diet soda so I haven't tried it. I have had the occasional sip of regular soda, it doesn't bother me really except for the time I took a gulp, I don't think my new tummy liked all those fizzies. My doc said if we must drink diet soda, to let it go flat. Me I stick to Kool-Aid made with splenda (that stuff is great!!) Congrats on your loss and keep up the great work!
   — Abigail M.

February 9, 2004
congratulations! That's a great weight loss. I started out 5'2 and 294 pounds so i'm very similiar to you. im 10 months out and down to 175 pounds. 100 pounds came off quickly but it has slowed down quite a bit since. I think your body just needs adjustment periods. As for the soda goes, i normally drink water first, but if i go out to eat i do order a diet soda ,i dont drink alot of it because the carbonation does bother me. fountain soda is better than the can or bottles. Have the soda , i just wouldn't make it a daily habit. good luck
   — kim F.