Question:
What exactly is the window of opportunity

What exactly is the window of opportunity? I have seen the term used, but I'm really not sure what this means. My dr hasn't mentioned it to me. How long is it for most people? Thank you.    — Lynne Z. (posted on November 1, 2003)

November 1, 2003
The infamous "window of opportunity" simply means you have about 18 months after surgery to lose all your excess weight. The first 6 months or the "honeymoon" period is where you will lose the most. The reason for this is your body is remarkably made to heal itself. Your intestines will eventually begin to absorb more of the calories, fats, etc... that you eat, but never all. Hope this helps!
   — Happy I.

November 2, 2003
Lisa said it very well..... good luck !! ((hugs))
   — [Deactivated Member]

November 2, 2003
It ranges a little differently for everyone, but as Lisa mentioned the first half yr to a yr are generally the quickest months of weightloss. For many only a few bites fill them as their pouches are still very small. Some lucky souls aren't even hungry and have to remind themselves to eat(I wasn't one of those). It gradually slows as your body "learns" to reabsorb calories, also your new pouch will begin to stretch somewhat. I am 2.5 yrs out and really have to diet and exercise to get anymore moving, and really just to maintain. At this point I can pretty much eat what an average adult woman (who never had a weight problem) can eat...and sometimes more. My window snapped shut about 8 months ago...so mine was about 15 months long. There's probably better detailed explanations in the library. Best wishes. -Kim open RNY 7/17/01 282/140ish/125
   — KimBo36

November 2, 2003
I heard it's 18 months to 2 years. Well mine closed at 12 months. Ouch! ;)
   — Danmark

November 3, 2003
My doctor stated that the honeymoon period is 6 months and the window of opportunity is 18 months.
   — Shari M.