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Lauriann256's Blog
 

Pain ( Is It My Port Or Band )

I had a fill 4 days ago...2 days ago while I was bent over sorting clothes for laundry as I was coming up I felt like a ripping feeling in my stomach to the left ( the area between my belly button and stomach so I'm assuming its my port ) it has been sore ever since, has anyone had this experiance before?
Lauriann256

Lauriann256

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Blog 30947
 

3 Years And 2 Months Post Op - Doing Well

Hey Guys,   It's been quite a while since I have posted on my blog here but I know how much others like to see the progress of those who have had this surgery. I also enjoy looking back on my progress. Well firstly, my current weight is 194. My initial weight was around 325lbs, so I've lost about 130 lbs so far. I really haven't lost more than 4-5lbs this year, but ofcourse I haven't really been putting in much effort. However, I find that I am able to maintain any weight that I lose. My goal is still to get to 170lbs. To be honest I have been a little apprehensive to lose more weight because I'm not happy with the way my naked body looks. My concern is that if I loose more weight I will just become more saggy and have more loose skin. I've really been taking a really hard look at my body and I feel that I need alot of plastic surgery to obtain a more aesthetically pleasing and shapely appearance. To be clear, I believe I need a tummy tuck, a thigh lift, butt lift, breast augmentation and probably liposuction. Everybody's body is different and I probably wouldn't have had as much lose skin had I lost weight at a younger age. (I'm 37) Also, I probably would have needed to do some form of strength training aka weight lifting. Perhaps I would have firmed up a little better. I mostly focused on cardio exercise because I didn't want to do exercises that I knew would frustrate me and make want to give up an exercise program. Right now, I really haven't been doing any formal exercise, but my energy level is so much higher since losing weight that I find it difficult to sit still for very long periods of time. So I'm sure that helps me to burn calories.     Ok, now about my eating habits. I eat pretty much whatever I want. Obviously, I cannot eat large quatities of food. I can probably consume about 1/2 cup to 1 cup of food at one sitting depending on what I eat and how empty my stomach is to begin with. If I decided to eat a cheeseburger from checkers for instance. I may be able to eat half or maybe the whole thing but that's it, no fries. Not that I should be eating from that particular place! I will admit that my diet does consist of a significant amount of high fat foods and I tend to think that this in part to wanting to feel satisfied because of not eating high quantities of food. Ofcourse, old habits die hard too so I wll blame it on that too. I definitely try to eat healty food as well such as salads, fruits and vegetables. I probably eat about 4-5 small meals and/or snacks per day. I do drink regular juice more that I like to admit to, but I drink diet teas, crystal light and water as well. I do still eat too fast or don't chew well from time to time and I will vomit or rather have a PB (productive burp) episode. This may happen 1 to 2 times per week. It really does not bother me too much that it happens but it can be embarrassing at times to have to run to the bathroom or grab something real quick to vomit in. It's usually caused by me trying to eat and drink really fast at the same time. Basically my doctor recomended that I don't eat and drink together but I will admit that I do it and usually have no problem if I take my time. I don't have to eat really slowly or anything, I just can't scarf my food down in a hurry. I can say that fibrous foods are foods that I tend to avoid because they don't go down easy. Unfortunately that does include vegetables. I eat them but I like them cooked well. I love spinach and broccoli. I like cabbage and peppers but things like that don't always go down easy if not cooked to being soft. I really love seafood, particularly fish, scallops, and crabs. My sinful pleasure is haagen daaz ice cream . But again, I might eat tablespoon or two and I'm satisfied, unlike before my surgery when I would eat half of a pint.   I'm overdue to get my band checked, but haven't been back to the doctor since being laid off from work and losing my health insurance. I had my band tightened about a year and a half ago (i think) and I got a great level of restriction that I haven't wanted to increase or decrease. Every so often I may have a dull ache around my port area, but it's rare, almost like a cramp. I don't drink carbonated drinks because they are supposed to cause some sort of problem, but I do take ibuprofen from time to time which is a no no because supposedly they can cause ulcers. I've been taking a multivitamin regularly. Overall, I feel good. I don't have any pain around the band area. I consider the surgery to be a success. I'm just looking forward to the next phase which is to get plastic surgery. I don't think I will have any difficulty losing the last 25lbs once I really get serious about losing weight again as I work toward my goal of plastic surgery. I hope this offers some helpful information to someone and good luck to all on your weight loss journeys!   W8TYGIRL AKA KIA
W8TYGIRL

W8TYGIRL

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Linsey B.'s Blog
 

Not Too Much Longer :)

It's getting closer to my date and I am more excited than nervous thankfully. Luckily or maybe not so, I have had major surgery before where I have been cut open front and back ( spinal surgery for inquiring minds) and I had no complications, healed up very quickly. so I know I tolerate anesthesa well just not the morphine pump, hopefully, I won't be in too much pain. I am more nervous about the liquid diet and nawing off my left arm while I am asleep due to the food depravation . I am left handed so that would be a big problem. I am more nervous about afterward, like what if I don't lose weight? My mother says (she's a nurse) that it is impossible but that irrational fear is still there. I am looking at this surgery as the last option so if it doesn't work, what then? But for the most part I am confident it will work if I work it. I am really looking forward to eating less, I have done enough eating for a few lifetimes. I rather live my life fully now. God Bless you all, Love Linsey!
rickgrimestwd

rickgrimestwd

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msh6pack's Blog
 

1 Week Post Op

Okay, this is hard. Not the surgery thing but the gas, not being able to eat, being off work. The whole darn thing. My family is great not eating in front of me, but I have had enough soup and protein shake, smoothies I just would like a mouth full of regular textured food or a salad. Wow am I saying that? I am feeling very selfish. I am not eating a ton, I can't. I have not over eaten. I have not tried anything I am not supposed to but this stinks.I am currently on the pureed diet. I used to drink at least 6 can of diet coke a day. Now none. I used to eat a plate full of food now I can't even eat, or I should say have a cup full of soup. I get full. Maybe I should buy a scale. I don't even feel smaller. My son said my leg looks smaller!! Too cute I know. But I don't feel smaller. I feel bloated and gassy as ever. How do you feel if you over eat? And is it possible without even anything in the band? Can you stretch the tiny pouch on top of the band if you over eat? Or does it just simply make you sick? I do not take any medicine for gas or heart burn. Should I? Because no matter what I try, protein shake, slim fast meal shake, soup, whatever I get gassy. The surgery went very well. Very easy as a matter of fact. For me to say that given my history of not so easy surgeries, this was a walk in the park. I stayed over night and home the next day. Took pain medicine for the next day and none since. I found some great web sites for some pureed ideas. But wow, some are awful. Anyone have good reciepes? I am at a loss here. Please forward me the sites. Or reciepes that you've come to make realitivly easy quick.
msh6pack

msh6pack

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IcEbOx32's Blog
 

Aahh I Get Banded Aug 21St!!

Everything is happening so fast! I was only going for a consultation in July and Im already scheduled for surgery aug.21st!! I didnt even have to do a pre diet. I go for my pre-op testing tomorrow. I know I need this to have a happier and healthier me, but should I be having second thoughts so close to surgery? I feel like I should be better prepared or have been on some diet ( i prob. would have failed at anyway) , Ive been to classes and have read as much as I could handle and although a bigger part is ready I have my one goddess trying to pull me down.. Now that that is out of the way my job is complicated, and its very hard to get off short notice, and you dont have a very big window when it comes to a surgery date.. I was able to get 3 days off that includes day of surgery... this is probably pushing it, but Im a small animal surgeon and I have surgeries already booked for weels in advance and could only find coverage for those days.. will i be okay to go back?
IcEbOx32

IcEbOx32

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SpecialK1960's Funny Funny Blog
 

Spanx - A Funny (?) Observation From A Man - And A Girdle Joke

Spanx - This all started when I decided to put a dumb joke on a forum post. The question was a serious one, about when you could start wearing Spanz again after surgery. So I added a version of the age old joke, and it was well received:   A guy is undressing at the country club and his friend notices he is wering a pink girdle. He asks when his friend stated wearing a girdle. His friend replied, "Ever since my wife found it in my car."   And since I now have a good bit of extra skin around the old equator, I thought, maybe I should see if there is something like that for me. Well, it turns out that there is and soooo much more.   I do not see myself as the kind of guy that needs or would wear a pair of briefs with butt enhancers, but it is good to know that if I need them, they are out there - in three color options and an entire array of various lifts. I guess I am lucky in that my butt looks pretty much like it should (I guess). So I do not see this as a necessary accessory. I do think it is funny that you can get different lifts, like determining how high you want to jack up the rear end of your car.   If you do not know, Spanx actually has a brand for men called "Manx." It is very expensive. A "compression T-shirt" is 88 bucks. Seems a bit high since it is still 80% cotton. The other 20 percent must be stainless steel if it is going to hold me in...   Now about the briefs. There is way too much enhancement going on. Not to be rude, and I understand that men come in all sizes and that goes for each and every part. Again I guess I am lucky there as well. But unlike other things I do not need, I do not see the point of these. This is one area that it seems like if your plans are successful, your secret is going to be out.   Finally, what is with the models? The people that are wearing these things do not need them. I get it. You have to sell sexy. But a guy buying a pair of underwear designed to squeeze in his gut like a boa constrictor does not want to see a 30" waisted model wearing it. I need to see if it works. I want to see a big guy in it. I do not need to see smooth tanned sexy abs rippling through the spandex like ... (sorry got carried away there). Give me a good trucker, or a lumberjack, not a super model. With a shaved chest no less... I have chest hair, but I do not shave them - either of them!! Granted, on the man's thong page (which I was only visiting for academic reasons) the super models are nice, but for the shapers ... we need more offensive linemen and less tight ends. (pun intended)   Finally, I will admit that you ladies are awesome for wearing some of these things. They look very constricting. And some go from your ankles to your neck line. If I did that I would either have size 25 feet or have 25 chins looking like a badly folded cheap pink turtleneck. You can only squeeze so much, it has to go somewhere. You gals can let it all move upward and enhance the bustline. We do not have that option. Maybe they could squeeze it down far enough and around the corner and make a combination waist reducer and butt enhancer.   So I guess I just need to order one and see how it looks. Who knows? Maybe it will take the giggle out of my middle, until I get it down to where I want it to be.
SpecialK1960

SpecialK1960

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Kime-lou's Blog
 

2Nd Fill

I had my 2nd fill this afternoon. I am not at 4.5 cc's. I had only lost 5 lbs since my last visit, which my doctor said was good since I was basically doing it on my own. The doctor said that the scales can be deceptive, but she knows I am losing weight due to how much she is able to put in my band at one time. Thankfully I didn't pass out this time, she pushed the fluided very slowly this time as to not stimulate vagus nerve.   I am glad I took the step to get my band. This journey isn't always easy, it's not alway fun, but it is worth it. I am proud of myself for sticking to an exercise routine, for having will power to stop stuffing my face. I wish I would have to ahead and gotten my band 5 years ago when I first looked into it. I just hope that I did it soon enough to prevent any of the health problems I was heading towards.   One of the things I have learned now that I didn't know before is - food is still good, but it can be even better when you don't gorge yourself on it!!
Kime-lou

Kime-lou

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atPeace55's Blog
 

Let's Talk Coconut Water

Well i'm trying my best over these hot summer months to stay very hydrated which is very important. We have been hitting the 100's lately and working out in the heat or just hanging out in the sunshine can be draining. I love water but, a friend of mine suggested that I try coconut water, believe it or not i've never tried it before - i've seen it everywhere but never had the urge to try it - mind you I like coconut cake, coconut milkshakes and coconut cream pie! (I know I know all fatty) ! I even use raw unrefined coconut oil & cream in my hair to naturally moisture it but never drank the water.   So my friend was like, you should try it, it's so good for you. So I decided to see why it's considered so good for me before I go and buy it right?!?!   Turns out that "Coconut Water" is the latest beverage trend and its health claims are many, from preventing cancer to curing hangovers (Hmmm sounds interesting) LOL!   It's a clear liquid found in young green coconuts, It also says out there in internet land that it slows aging, promote smoother skin, regulate blood pressure, lower cholesterol, break up kidney stones, and cure a range of digestive disorders. (Sounds like a cure all and a age definer) Hmm Alrighty then!   Can it Really Cure Cancer??? When it comes to cancer, no major studies link coconut water to cancer prevention. Some of the compounds in coconut water, such as selenium, have antioxidant properties and fight cancer in the lab, but many common fruits and vegetables are packed with these compounds. (That's more like it, was sounding too good to be true)   What about Hydration? When someone exercises heavily, the body can lose electrolytes via sweat. Electrolytes are elements that carry a charge, either positive or negative. The natural balance of electrolytes keeps our body’s cells running smoothly. Sodium, potassium and magnesium are electrolytes, and coconut water has them all especially sodium and potassium. The handful of studies on exercise and coconut water suggests that after vigorous exercise, coconut water has the same positive effect as a sport drink. But most people do not exercise at such strenuous levels that they would need to replenish their electrolytes. (This is the information that I have been commonly finding out there on the internet - I can believe that)   So How does it Taste? To be honest when I first tasted it I didn't like it at ALL! To me it had too much of a strong coconut taste, it's thicker then water and it's kind of salty to me if that makes any sense kind of like gatorade. So my first try was not the best. I did however give it a go again and this time I found one that was blended with another flavor (peach and mango) I put it in the freezer to make sure it was super cold - a friend told me to do that and I tried it again.......Still kind of salty tasting maybe that's the potassium but after a few more drinks of it my palette started getting use to it so, it's not so bad!   Will it totally replace water for me? Not so much like I said I LOVE Ice cold water but it's an alternative - a healthly alternative that I will put in my rotation for hydrating myself. I definitely want to try it after and/or during a workout at the gym to see how it makes me feel.   So is it a cure all or some sort of superfood? In my opinion based on what I've read I don't think so but it can be many things for many different types of people. It is refreshing, it's not sugary like flavored water (which I hate), it's high in potassium which is good, low in calories - the one I have now is 60 calories per 8 fl. oz and it about 2 serving in this contain so that's about 120 calories. Thus far I like it!   I would encourage you to check it out for yourself if interested and let me know your thoughts. I have attached a pic of the one that I like drinking thus far.
atPeace55

atPeace55

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Tiffany's WLS journey
 

My 374 Calorie Lunch

my doctor told me I needed to be on a 1200 calorie diet.... So far, so good. I've lost 8lbs!   today for lunch I decided to make a turkey wrap..... So last night I went to the grocery store, bought my ingredients and made my hubby and myself some lunch....   374 calories later, we are enjoying the healthiest most delicious turkey lunch wrap on the planet LOL   Low carb smart & delicious tortillas= 80 calories (regular tortillas are as much as 150 calories!!!) Buddig turkey deli slices (90 calorie package, divided into one wrap for each of us= 45 calories) 1 small haas avocado (224 calories, 1/2 each= 112 calories) 1/2 tomato, cut into slices = 16 calories Classic ranch dressing (ONLY 1tbsp!) = 50 calories Lucerne Mexican four cheese blend (1/4 cup) = 55 calories Iceberg salad, lettuce = 10 calories. <---- AWESOME!!!!! Raw lemon juice 0.5fl oz = 4 calories   Total calories = 374   first I heated up my tortilla for 10 seconds....cold tortillas are gross lol Second, I mixed 1/2 avocado with 1tbsp ranch and 0.5fl oz lemon juice. Next, I layered. Tortilla, avocado-ranch mix, turkey slices, lettuce, tomato, cheese and wrap it like a burrito and cut it in half.   Finally, enjoy   Hope you liked it as much as I did  
mrscastillo

mrscastillo

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Nurseypoo's Blog
 

Not A Nobody No More! :)

So I've had a new realization and "benefit" from this surgery that I never anticipated. I should first explain that I've always been pretty much of a nobody to people, throughout high school, college, work, public, etc (except for friends and family of course). What I mean by that is that people would pay no mind to me anywhere I went, that or I was made fun of for my obesity. I haven't really had a lot of time by myself in public until recently. Because the weight loss seems to be doing wonders for the management of my Multiple Sclerosis, I decided to go back to work again. So I'm doing flu vaccine clinics at the Walmarts in the area and my first day was yesterday. Basically I sit at my table and people watch and smile until someone comes up asking for a shot. In the past this would of terrified me, being in public where so many people would have the opportunity to stare and poke fun, etc. But my new found self esteem squashed out all those thoughts.   So here I was, about to get set up, meeting with the store manager and pharmacist when I hear, "Hey how are you!" I ignored it, not thinking it was to me, but my eyes wandered to the source of the voice, and a vaguely familiar guy is standing there with some packages (Fedex uniform). I looked behind me thinking he was saying hi to someone else. And he said "Hey how are you" again and followed "Do you remember me." I frantically searched my mind for a name to match his face and said "Mmmike?" lol idiot sounding me. And it was, this kid that I went to high school with and although my high school class was only 14 people, he was definitely one of the kids I never spoke to and always assumed made fun of me (he was known for his meanness). So I said hi and we had a short convo and he left. And I thought it was SO weird. I've run into other people from my high school class throughout the past few years and they've always politely ignored me and pretending they didn't know who I was. Which was fine for both of us. So this little conversation which was a genuinely nice conversation surprised the hell out of me.   As the day went on, I started noticing how many people were nice to me. People my own age, who never used to pay me any attention were stopping to say hi or were friendly to me. I had all ages of people stopping and having conversations, something that never used to happen. It's sad really, that humanity is like this. I never realized that there would of been a difference to how people interacted with eachother all based on looks or weight. Since my surgery, I have now lost close to 150lbs, still am overweight, but not like I used to be, have thrown out the glasses and gotten contacts, and due to my new size I can wear more fashionable clothing. It's awful that this would make a difference to people.   But I can't say that I'm not pleased. After spending most of my life as the fat girl, I am going to soak up some of this attention. I am happily married and would never want anything to change that, but my "Inner Goddess" was smiling and jumping up and down everytime a cute guy would slow down while passing my table to say hi, how's it going. (Had to reference 50 Shades ) My husband enjoys my new self confidence and the fact that I don't mind going into public anymore. But this definitely was yet another change that I was not anticipating and one that I'll gladly take!   Anyone else notice these changes in themselves??   I have always worked in a nursing home or a rehab in my short career as a nurse and you know how the elderly can be so blatant and forward?? Well, I used to get comments from my patients ALL the time about my weight, so come January when this job is done with for the year and I look for a new job, I wonder how my patients will speak to me then and what changes will be made there?   tata for now!
Nurseypoo

Nurseypoo

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worm2872's Blog
 

Ok First Life Style Class

I am a nervous wreck. Not sure why! lol It is my first official weigh in and life style class today. I see the surgeon on 9-4. I am excited too but so afraid this will not pan out. I have all of my hopes in this. I was in another meeting this week with my VERY THIN team/coworkers. I want to focus on my job and not how big I am the whole time. Anyway, I will let you know how it goes and what they provide me. I am going to UPMC MaGee Hosptial here in Pittsburgh. I have already call about my insurance and they said it would be covered if I follow the 3 month plan (Aetna POS II). We will see.... I hope the hospital does not make me go 6 months if I only need three. Fingers crossed!!!!
worm2872

worm2872

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DixiesMom's Blog
 

3 Years - Issues

This November will be 3 years since my lap band surgery. I am holding steady at 160 after loosing 100 pounds. It seems unbelievable to me that I had 100 pounds to loose. I have not had a fill in almost one year. The 3 years have gone by quickly with no problems or issues.   Recently I have been having issues with a very tight band in the mornings. Its usually midmorning or noon before I can eat. Lunch is very light. By evening/dinner time I have starving. I experience reflux/heartburn day and night. Zantac has become my friend. I seem to be craving more carbs lately having more fatigue and chronic constipation. Im getting my protein in, not so much fruits and veggies. I look in the mirror and see an over weight person looking back. Just wondering if Im experiencing some sort of a depression, maybe going through a down period since the weight loss has slowed down. Anything similar out there?   Thanks
DixiesMom

DixiesMom

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The Woman in the Mirror
 

Decision

Ignorance might be bliss, but, sometimes it can make you stupid. I knew I had a serious weight problem in 2008, when I saw some pics of myself from a family cruise. I deleted every picture of me on my camera. At that time I was 240 lbs and I couldn't believe how heavy I was, but felt that I could take it off .... Fast forward 4 years later, my weight is 270 lbs and climbing. When my MD of 18 years mentioned in my last physical that maybe it's time to look into WLS, I actually was offended. I can do this, I lost 55 lbs when I was 19 and kept it off for 3 years, I can do this again! Two months later after another failed WW attempt. I started taking a good look at myself. Denial was going to kill me. I started looking into different types of WLS. I stumbled on an ad for Lap Band and my research had a focus. I did not inform my friends, family, my partner. I did not want any outside opinions, since this is my body, therefore my choice. Even though I know the opinions expressed might come out of fear, concern, etc. At the end of the day until you can walk in my shoes, you don't know how I feel. I eventually broaden my research to other types of WLS, but, I felt they weren't for me. I realize that one of my major problem is portion control, so I like the idea that with the Lap Band, it gives you that feeling of being satiated with smaller amounts. When I've made a decision, I'm usually aggressive until I've acquired my goal. So, as of today, I've found my clinic SWLC in Toronto. I'm doing a combination of financing and self-pay and at the end of this month I shall have my surgery date booked. I've informed my partner, who is extremely supportive and he understand that I wish to keep this between us for now. I'm excited, nervous, worried, happy, etc. why ? I've tried every weight loss fad out there and failed, what if I fail this one? Or worse, what if something goes wrong? Since, I'm keeping this on a "down low ", I need to find an outlet where I can express my fears and concerns without having to re-assure or defend my decision ( I definitely do not want to stress my partner of 5 years). So I'm grateful to have stumble onto this gem while during my research. A definite breathe of fresh air;).    
Anew77

Anew77

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The Life of Desiree
 

Day 3 Of My 21 Day Challenge

Day 3 proved to be even easier. Because I split my meals, I only had one new thing I tried today and it was a snack. Food pickup for the next 4 days is tonight and I will have different foods coming in with those meals. And most of them I am looking forward to.   I worry about the calories, fat, and carbs so I asked my NUT and she said that she really likes the way I've been eating. She says that the fat and carbs are all naturally occurring in the foods and is better than if I was eating processed foods with those amounts. She did warn me about my protein intake and encourage me to drink a shake in the evening. Personally I am thinking of changing my lunch to one of the low carb meals just to cut out some of the carbs I am eating.   I'm really enjoying not having to cook or think about what to make for dinner. Almost daily my husband and I would argue over what sounded good to eat and now we don't have those little stupid arguments. I have been doing cardio on a stationary bicycle because my knee is still bugging me. I'm missing the elliptical right now lol.   Day 3 also proved to be awesome because I was down a total of 5.8lbs (I weigh myself in the morning so I count that as being lost in the first 2 days). This is still awesome and hopefully means I am out of my stall! :wub:   Because I have eaten most of the meals before I am going to list them out but not include the nut info. The new meal will have my NUT info with it.   Breakfast - Mix n Mash (still love it!)   Snack 1 - Edamame This snack was very tasty. I've had edamame before and loved it and realized just how much I really do enjoy it. I could take or leave the sauce. It was nice, but not necessary. The edamame comes in only one size and has 250 Calories, 16g Fat, 13 Carbs, and 12g Protein.   Lunch - Lemon Turkey (not really a fan, round 1 I wasn't sure, round 2 I'm pretty sure it's a no)   Snack 2 - Chicken Fruit Bowl (still struggling with this one. I love the fruit but not the chicken)   Dinner - We used our free meal tonight to do a birthday dinner with friends. I am not sure what the NUT value of my meal is because I cannot find it anywhere. It was a mexican food place, but I ate a grilled chicken breast dinner (no, not the whole thing).   I was able to avoid the margaritas and stuck with water for the day.   Day's totals: (does not include dinner) Calories - 650 Fat - 29.5g Carbs - 47.5 Protein - 47.5g Water - 100 oz Weight - down 5.8
Des0520

Des0520

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Mission Slimpossible
 

Pre Op Tpday 8/16 - Surgery Tmrw 8/17

So, here I am getting ready to head out to my pre-op apt: EKG, lab work, and Dr apt. Tomorrow's the big day. I don't have any doubts about having the surgery, but yea, I'm a little nervous. I've read & read & read (information overload) everyone's comments about their own journey. I have an idea of what to expect, and I know it'll be tough especially in the beginning. There's no way I wan't to mess this up.   Getting ready for the new me
Domika03

Domika03

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Tiffany's WLS journey
 

The Best Book I've Read About Wls Surgery

so I've been reading this book called the everything post weight loss surgery cookbook. It's got everything from before surgery to surgery diet foods to 'Ive hit a plateau, now what?'   I'm so ready for surgery.... I feel so prepared..... I know it's going to be a swift kick in my behind once I get out of surgery when I realize I wasn't ready but until then I'm just going to go with I'm ready for this   purchased all my sugar free jello, crystal lights and waters....I got sodium free broths just in case.... Protein packets will be purchased Friday, liquid vitamins will be purchased as soon as the doctor tells me what I need.....   But I feel like something's missing????
mrscastillo

mrscastillo

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ChristinaAshley's Blog
 

New To Website

This blog I will try & post a new one once a week just to write how I am doing what been going on since I've had my lap-band surgery please feel free to comment on anything I write I love to hear feed back!
ChristinaAshley

ChristinaAshley

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Hurry Up and Wait
 

Fill # 2 And....confusion???

I had my second fill yesterday. Pretty much quick in and out. I weighed in at 240 (WAH!! ) and the assistent said that they tell their agents that losing 1lb a week was normal. Uhhhh..what?   SO then I go and see my Dr and he asks how things are going. He and his other assistent look at the band through the machine thing-pretty cool and I drink the gross stuff. He adds a fill and looks at a suspicious red spot I had near one of the laparoscopic sites (its nothing, apparently). He aspirates the needle and then refills with whatever he took out.   Drink the white yuck again and then a jaunty "see you next month"..as I walk down the hallway I remember to ask, ok so what am I up to on my fills? And he says, 4cc. Umm again, what?   I was already out of there so I didnt stop to question, but I thought thats what I left at last time. I thought in July for my first fill that I was filled to 4.   Anyway- I most certainly have a feeling of faster restriction on this one. Pretty excited about it too. When I got in the car I looked in the mirror and the inside of my lips were outlined in the white chalky stuff. Yuck.
RahRahRah

RahRahRah

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georgiagunnels' Blog
 

Little Green Banded Monster

OK, so I am on here reading all of these success stories and responses to people having what I like to call "real people" issues and I have to say "it must be nice for losing weight to be a cake walk!" (no pun intended) This has been one of the most irritating chapters of my life! My husband asking every day...."did you weigh yourself?" co-workers "how much have you lost" Oh that's all.." Weighing food counting callories, don't eat this don't eat that. Let's face it, being a disciplined eater SUCKS a lot of the time! If it didn't none of us would be part of the "banded brethren" in the first place! Now don't get me wrong, I am not trying to discourage anyone, I am just letting go of the thoughts I am having HOPING I am not the only one! I am going to continue to find substitutes for the really bad foods I used to eat, I am still going to weigh and count callories. And I am still going to have days where when I see a skinny girl eating a cheeseburger I am going to want to trip her! Can I get some love for saying what a lot of us think!
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Living "large" has new meaning!!
 

Living "large" But In A Healthier Way!

I am not sure where the phrase was coined but "living large" no longer has negative connotations for me! I used to hear that and think instantly of my size. Now it is about how I want to live my life.   Only 3 weeks post op and I already am feeling like a new person. I feel much more confident in myself and am already feeling revitalized and a renewed outlook on the future.   I have found myself wandering the clothing aisles at stores and not dreading looking at size 22 but venturing down a few sizes thinking that will be me soon!!!! I had heard the "BMI" term used over the years and never gave it much thought before this surgery. Now, I am excited by that #. I have had two visits with the surgeon post-op so far and the # has dropped from 50.5 to 45.5 already! If I can make that significant of a difference in it in just weeks, imagine months from now!!!   I have found strength to not long for my (former) favorite foods, even when they smell and look so good within my reach. It is actually quite empowering to have that will power now. I am not saying I will never mess up, but that "flub" doesn't have to define me and doesn't mean I am completely off the wagon. It just means I need to make better choices for my next meal. Heck, people that are healthy and thin overeat or indulge from time to time. It's all about moderation and being accountable to myself.   I know I can do this. Admittedly, the first couple days I had a few "feel sorry for myself" moments but I got myself into this and I need to get myself out!   My goals are not to look like Cindy Crawford or Kim Kardashian. My goals are what will make me feel good, not worrying about going to events where there may be a turnstyle, not having to retake photos all the time because I don't like how I look in them, getting off BP meds, hopefully ridding myself of sleep apnea and then all the little things - enjoying going clothes shopping in the misses (not women's) dept, not tiring as easily, crossing my legs (cannot wait for that, even if it isn't good for your circulation), and my goal for next summer - going to the amusement park I have avoided for years!!!!   No time for pity parties ~ time to start LIVING LARGE!!!
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