Question:
Weight Gain 4 weeks post-op

I am almost 4 weeks post-op. I lost about 23lbs in three weeks, however, during this past week I gained two pounds back. It is really hard to understand why I have gained weight when I am barely eating 1000 calories per day. I am eating the appropriate diet, and I started to exercise regularly. Is there anyone else out there, who had the surgery, who also had some problems with weight gain shortly after the surgery. Could it be that I started to eat more carbs. Maybe my body is confused due to all of the changes. Thanks!    — Jane T. (posted on March 29, 2003)

March 29, 2003
It is possibly around that time of the month and it's water weight gain? Would make sense. <p>However, I would be very cautious of eating carbs this early as it can really work against you. Also make sure the water is getting in.
   — zoedogcbr

March 29, 2003
I need to say that I am pre-op, so I don't know what you're going through (yet) nor do I know the answers. However, I am fairly certain that my surgeon will still have me on a limited diet at 4 weeks out, probably soft foods. And I've read others say they eat about 300-500 calories a day at that stage. What kind of surgery did you have and what kinds of foods are you eating? Also, if you're working out, doing resistance training, muscle does weigh more than fat. Keep track of your inches in addition to your weight. Hope you figure it out! Inga open RNY scheduled 4/22
   — [Deactivated Member]

March 29, 2003
I am 8 months out and I am only eating 700-900 calories on most days. You're only 4 weeks out and eating 1000 calories a day??? At 4 weeks (and probably up to 5-6 months), I was eating 400-600 calories a day. What is your typical diet during the day to get in 1000 calories??? JR
   — John Rushton

March 29, 2003
First of all, don't weigh yourself too much. Once a week, even every couple of weeks is good - then you won't be driving yourself nuts! You're only 4 weeks out, so weight will come off - I can assure you! Secondly, try not to eat any carbs - my surgeon stresses protein only for the first 6 months, then carbs few and far between. Protein keeps you satisfied for awhile, while carbs just make you hungry sooner (rice at a chinese place - you're hungry an hour later!) Here's a link to high protein foods: http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Plains/9847/protein.html Finally, relax! As long as you are making healthy choices and drinking your water, you'll be fine!
   — jengrz