Question:
HELP!!!

I have put on 6# & I don't know why. I can eat a little more then I did a yr. ago but I really am not overdoing it. I also feel hungary soon after eating. Can anybody tell me how I can start losing again? I have 11# to goal & I'm almost 21 months post-op. All suggestions will be greatly appreciated.    — socco58 (posted on December 5, 2002)

December 5, 2002
Hi Susan, just read your profile-its nice that you keep it updated. And I love the wedding pictures-you looked great! I think you raise an interesting issue for those of us who are still on the losing track, and that is, that one day, it becomes difficult to sustain the weight loss or to continue the weight loss. It is a problem that many post-ops a few years out have. I have been told that at about the 2-5 year post-op mark, you do gain back 10 percent of what you lost before stabilizing - thats about 12 pounds for you. To continue losing, though, let me ask, how is your protein intake, your snacking, your water intake and exercise? I've heard that when the pounds start back, to increase the protein (supplement if you have to), increase the water and exercise and cut back on carbs and snacking-geez, sounds like a real diet, doesn't it?? Good luck to you.
   — Cindy R.

December 5, 2002
Try being only 9.5 months post op and gaining back six lbs and being still about 60 lbs from yuour goal. Sorry dear, dont mean to belittle your situation. I know how bad a 6 lb gain feels at any stage of the game. Just thought maybe seeing how pathetic I feel about it happening to me where I am at, might make ya feel a little bit better about it at your stage of the game. The drill is the same regardless of where we're at, watch that diet, drink that wated, exercise, exercie, exercise - heavy sigh.
   — SARose61

December 5, 2002
Let me ask you what I always ask our support group. Are you getting in 64 oz or more of water, are you doing any type of exercise, are you eating 5-6 small meals with protein as you main food. I always tell people to keep a food journal for a couple of weeks, and be totally honest with everything that goes in your mouth from water to even sugar free candies... You might be slipping and not even know it. Also keep track of your exercise on that food list. Then you can see if you need to make any adjustments. You look fantastic.
   — domestic G.

December 5, 2002
Every month I gain about 5 or 6 pounds just before my period and then afterwards I lose abou 8 overnight. Also, are you getting in your water and protein?
   — Linda A.

December 5, 2002
Just read your profile, Girrrrllllll you look so good, congrads on your weight loss... As for the six pounds it will come off... maybe water gain, or water retention. Just wanted to let you know that you are a beautiful women and your daughter is beautiful too. Good luck and I pray for you to reach goal......May God bless.
   — Rebe W.