I know almost all of you lose weight with this surgery, but I gained 8 lbs. in the hospital, even with an ileus, and have put on probably 7 or 8 additional pounds in November and December... (bad time of year!) I saw DebbieM had gained also and wondered about dieting. My question is if anyone knows for sure if it's ok to diet after awhile. My surgery was 8 months ago, so I'm thinking it wouldn't hurt, as long as it's a sensible diet. I usually do Weight Watchers, so you get plenty of nutritious food, but it does limit the proteins some. I take two Vit. D with calcium each day, a multi-vitamin, and Evista for my bones (to strengthen them and prevent osteoporosis), so I think that would help make up for any cut-down on calcium--although I will probably be having 3 "milks" each day. The first weight I gained in November was shortly after I started physical therapy. I was hoping it was because I was converting fat to muscle, which weighs more, but then again I think I am probably rationalizing.
Do any of you have experience with dieting after surgery. I would rather put up with the weight gain than jeopardize the fusion... I would never forgive myself for fouling that up just because I wanted to lose some weight.
Thanks for any help/suggestions/encouragement you might have!
Do any of you have experience with dieting after surgery. I would rather put up with the weight gain than jeopardize the fusion... I would never forgive myself for fouling that up just because I wanted to lose some weight.
Thanks for any help/suggestions/encouragement you might have!
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