Question:
I have read that weight loss stops post op at around 18-24 months. What causes it to

stop?    — [Anonymous] (posted on August 10, 2001)

August 11, 2001
When I first began researching the RNY a program director and nutritionist both told me when the body is able to consume about 1300 calories consistently(about 18-24 mo.post op)is when the weight tapers off.
   — Linda M.

August 11, 2001
I asked my surgeon about this allegation when I first heard about it. He said he doesn't believe it's true--that as long as the body is consuming fewer calories than is necessary to maintain a certain weight via both diet and exercise, that weight loss will continue.
   — CaseyinLA

September 15, 2005
As newly post op your pouch is very hard and stiff as the stomach is a muscle. As time goes by the muscle begins to relax or soften up. This allows the pouch to strech some. What starts at about the size of a large walnut can strech to the size of a lemon. Because the pouch has streched you are able to consume more food. As that happens you need to compensate for the larger food intake by adjusting your exercicse routine and water consumption. This is also where common sence plays into gastric bypass, this is a tool not a cure. If you have done your homework you will have learned how to eat properly and won;t have to fear food or regaining weight
   — Suzanne H.