Our trip to Utica was quick, unlike my last trip to have my second surgery. We went through all the steps we normally do for my check-up then for Question and Answer period we posed the question about how does the weight loss stop. The Physician's Assistant explained that when I was 280 lbs, my body needed so many calories, probably in the 1600 calories per day area.
Once I had my RNY, my calorie intake was reduced to 500-600 which resulted in the drastic weight loss. I am presently working at building my calorie intake to 600-900 calories per day.
Once my body attains it's 'ideal' weight, where it will only need the 600-900 calories per day, both the calorie intake and body weight will level out and therefore I will be able to maintain a healthy weight. They also advised me that it is normal to re-gain approximately 25 lbs as well.
The PA also mentioned that their target goal weight for me is 170 lbs, which means that I'm only 7.5 lbs away from that. However, based on the ideal weight chart, they would still like to see me in the 130-150 lb range, but will be very happy with the 170 lbs. I've lost 104.5 lbs since October 27, 2009 (6 months, 1 week). The weight loss has slowed down, but I'm still losing. I have a feeling that I will attain the 'ideal' weight as it's proven that I will be alot healthier.
The PA also has lifted all restriction, therefore I can return to the gym! Yippee! Not to mention, it will make it alot easier for my move May 28th by not having any lifting, pushing or pulling restrictions!
Cheers!
