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Blog 105362
 

Losing Weight

Its been a real struggle for me over the last year to lose weight. I am sure I am not the first juvinile diabetic to have lap band nor will I ever be the last but I am wondering if anybody else has or is going thru the same problem I am with losing weight. I am stuck in the 230's and all it does is bounce up and down and won't go down. I am trying exercising and eating right but its not working and I can't get it tightened because it is already really tight now. Anybody, anywhere can help me or give me any advice I would truly appreciate it. Thanks! :scared2:
RaiderBaby

RaiderBaby

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Blog 101229
 

I have to go back to work tomorrow....

So today is 6 days post op and I woke up today feeling soo so much better. I am still really sick of soup - I hate soup now, I think of soup and get very angry - like the hulk! I have to go back to work tomorrow and really would just rather win the lotto, become independently wealthy and just stay home for the rest of my life - however, here in the real world....yeah, back to work. I am a little worried about that, because I feel pretty weak and tired, but what the hell - I'll give it a try. Today - I was so sick of soup that I mashed up a turkey pot pie and made it mushy and ate half of it - at least it was real food. The protein....OMG - it is sooo yucky! :scared2: Who makes this stuff? I feel like I am 3 years old holding my nose shut to drink it - seriously. I weigh 20 pounds less than when I started this whole deal, so that's good - but I dont really see it.
huskertransplant

huskertransplant

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The Sweet Spot
 

11/10/10 That's Life!

Sorry I haven't updated in awhile...life threw me for another loop (it keeps life interesting, doesn't it?), but I'm back to (almost) normal now (or as normal as I'm willing to get...and 2 pounds up again grrr).   I was using a belt sander to take paint off some trim wood outside our house...I was up on a ladder, turned on the sander and...picture funniest home videos as it grabbed the wood and yanked me right off the ladder. Nothing broken, but lots of drugs to help the pain. I also had some increased restriction after the small refill. Details here: Stiff and Tight   If you're very brave, or just want a laugh read: Scary Story; How My Belly Button Is Like My Stoma   If your Doc doesn't allow NSAIDs with the LB read: Health Advocate and NSAIDs   Some updates and my LB Surgeon leaving here: Downs and Ups   Halloween Pics here: Happy Halloween   DS1 had emergency surgery, but is recovering well now and is back to class tomorrow. Quick (boring) updates here if you must know: 1, 2 & 3   A 'brain dump' about TV and technology as I was sitting at the hospital for the third day here: The Neverending Story   Lots of pics & my fashion history here today: Fashionista- What Goes Around...
Band_Groupie

Band_Groupie

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Blog 104951
 

Liquid Diet Questions - Please Help

Hi! I am on day 4 of the liquid diet. I have not cheated even one inch. I have drank about 3 liters of water a day, only had the doctor recommended shakes, and only eaten Veggies.   Is there anything eles I can eat at all? I havent met with my surgeon to go over all of this yet, as it was a very quick desision and surgery was booked 16 days later. I just really feel like I need to eat more, or even taste something for the first time in 4 days.   Heres hoping Im misunderstanding something.:scared2:
Susieq82

Susieq82

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Blog 104709
 

Annoying questions....

1. How much weight do you want to loose? 2. Are you doing this to be skinny? 3. What is your favorite food you can't eat anymore? 4. Are you allowed to eat anything good? (Seriously, of course, all in moderation.) 5. Why would you do this to your body? (Why would I stay fat? Which is more damaging you moron, both have risks, this option was actually considerably less.) 6. Won't you just gain the weight back? (Sure if I go back to old habits or carb load, but with the SUPPORT of friends I will be fine!) 7. Did you try diet and exercise first? (DUH? Of course, you have to.) 8. Are you ever going to be able to eat real food again? (Nope, just mushy cat food the rest of my life. Do you really think I would have done this if I could never eat REAL food again?)   Feel free to add your questions that have annoyed you! LOL:eek:
Cangel76

Cangel76

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Blog 105338
 

I Wish I Understood Why

Had lap band surgery three years ago. My main reason was to better control my type 2 diabetes. It took me about a year to lose 30 pounds and as of today I have put 10 back on. I've returned to my old habits...not exercising, not eating the right foods and eating too much. What I can't figure out is why...why would I do this? I'm so disappointed in myself, I'm embarrassed...I feel like a failure.:scared2:
ilovelucy10

ilovelucy10

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Blog 104214
 

Day 6 of liquid diet

It is getting easier...I have slipped along the way and ate things I should not have eaten...But, I'm on track and have 8 more days to get through (Almost 1/2 way)...I think it's all starting to sink in and I'm getting a bit anxious/nervous. I just want it all to run smooth - I'm only taking 2 days off then back to work...Crazy I think but, I work from home and hope I won't be too tired. It's nice to read everyones up's & down's during the whole process and I look forward to posting more as the days continue.:scared2:
hopee

hopee

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Blog 104709
 

Day 8, yucky poo

Yesterday was a horrible day food wise, read the blog. I didn't spread out my proteins at all. I put on a half a pound. I am really still exhausted today and trying to get my protein down.   Seeing as I can have mushy foods I think I am going to make eggs today. These protein shakes are taking a lot out of me.   I am having horrible fatique episodes and feel kind of dizzy most of the day. I am trying to put proteins in every 2 to 3 hours, in fact I watch the clock. I am sad that I put on that half a pound. I think it was just lack of fluids yesterday. I hardly peed, so back to the drawing board.   Pump my fluids up and keep with my protein shakes and some little mushy things. Thinking of you all going through this with me. I am just HATING this dizzy feeling for the last two days.:scared2:
Cangel76

Cangel76

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Blog 94814
 

fear of gain it back

lapband nation, i find myself weigh in every time i go in the bathroom, fearing of gain some weight back. im i over reacting, im i out of control. monday i weigh in @ 311.6.. this morning i weigh in @312.4 thats an gain of 0.8 and it is wearing heavy on my mind. need an fill, next fill in december, cant wait:scared2::scared2:
tommygunn49

tommygunn49

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Blog 93702
 

Recipe Of The Day! Baked Fish With A Medley Of Vegetable

Fish baked in a delightful lemony vegetable mixture. I have made this recipe several times on several occasions. This dish will make for a nice light lunch. Easy too! I served it with a brown rice! I also used thinly sliced lemon on top of the fish while baking. Very moist and tasty too. It came out supremo!! Yummy!! ENJOY!!     Prep Time:15 Min   Cook Time:25 Min   Ready In:40 Min   Yield 3 to 4 servings 221 Calories: Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Blog 105331
 

New to all this!

I've just made an appointment to see my surgeon on the 23rd Nov 2010, to talk about banding. I am in Perth Western Australia and would like to know if anyone else has had stomach banding done by Dr Kevin Dolan.
rael

rael

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Blog 75578
 

Fat Jokes Continue

So here it goes, am I being retarded, or just too sensitive. I am at work today, feeling good, and a 2 guys start making up fat jokes at my exspence. I lost 90 lbs, I am down from 305 lbs and these guys are making jokes at my expense. Anyone else go through this. Both guys are neither in great shape themselves, but damn I am looking better than ever and actually weighing less than one of them for sure, and they are making fat jokes at my expense. What the hell is up with that. they have been doing it lots lately. Whats up???? Any suggestions what a guy can do without looking like a pussy, or is that plainly too late, lol.
Pablo

Pablo

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Blog 104709
 

The end of Day 7, the next challenge at the end there are lessons!

So today brought about a new challenge.... The running around like a chicken with my head cut off challenge and being able to slowly introduce mushy foods challenge.   So I headed out of the house at 10ish with my son. I stopped at GNC because I wanted to try to find the IsoPure drinks. I showered and grabbed myself my protein drink and a bottle of water. I forced down the shake like I have never forced a shake before. LOL I got the drink and a Jello supplement that was high in Protein, no sugar and low in whatever else had to be low. (Exhaustion is currently my middle name.) So we then went to Game Stop and then Chucky Cheese. We were there three hours. I forgot to buy myself a water so I got a few sips of Alexanderias 100% apple juice box, just a few sips and they kids had Pizza. I had 5 small bites, which I chewed to the point of liquid mush in my mouth. I was fading fast. Left there and stopped and got the kids McDonalds and stopped to visit my mother. At which point I drank the IsoPure 40grams of protein drink. I now officially had 60 grams of protein in my. Good job Celeste, but I was still super hungry.   We got in the car and I promised my son we could go to Bertuccis for his Birthday dinner. The bread came out and I took two small pieces of the inside and dunked them in the oil, chewed them until they disolved in my mouth. I had ordered my usual (because I figure I can puree it) Balsmic Chicken with Green Beans (Double order, I LOVE veggies). I took less then pea size pieces of chicken and chewed and chewed and chewed and chewed and well I chewed longer then I have ever chewed before. Again, being sure it was puree consistency before I swallowed. No fluids either, I was good about that. I mean, I don't carry a blencer with me so I had to do something.   When I got home I was ultimately proud of myself for making good choices and that were fairly healthy. The Pizza there was no other choice other then salad and that is a no no. So all in all, I made my mouth the blender. I DO NOT think I got enough fluids and I have honestly been feeling fatiqued all day. I keep feeling big blood sugar drops and it sucks.   So lessons learned.... 1. Do NOT forget your water 2. Carry protein something on you 3. If going with the kids somewhere and they are getting Pizza be sure NOT to be hungry. he he 4. Don't forget to take time to feed yourself, no matter how small the amount, something to help keep up your energy. You need a constant energy source, not just a quick burst of energy like with Carbs. So protein needs to be spaced through out the day better.   Even with the protein spaced out pretty well, I am still feeling pretty tired, no matter how much I sleep. This is a concern I am going to call the doctor about if it continues.   Off to take my vitamins. Rest well my friends.
Cangel76

Cangel76

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Blog 90427
 

Technology, not always a good thing

Today is the first time I have been able to get back on line. We've had no internet for a week. The cable guy actually came out on Sunday and replaced all kinds of wires and things to get us up and running. Finally, we are able to check emails again. I had well over 200, mostly garbage   Because the system was down, I haven't been able to post my new green shirt picture. But I did have it taken and now the hubs has to upload it for me. I am hoping he can get to it soon.   My 2nd fill was scheduled for this week, but I postponed it until after Thanksgiving. I still don't need it yet. As of today, I am down to 207lbs, which is 62 lbs since I started my journey (47lbs since my surgery).   I have conquered my nemesis, the dreaded elliptical machine. I am up to 35 minutes and I really love it. I can't wait until I can get up to 1 hour on it. When I first started using it, I was only able to go about 2-3 minutes. Then I went to 5 and every time I tried it, I stayed on a minute longer than the last time. I don't get winded on it - the problem is my feet. They start to go numb. I spoke to one of the trainers who said it was not uncommon. I am hoping I will be able to get past it.   I will try to get my pics uploaded and check back in within the next day or two.   Have a great night everyone.
Bklynike

Bklynike

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Blog 100399
 

Three weeks post-op!

So yesterday was my 3 week bandiversary.   I am happy to report that I am a third of my weigh(pardon the pun) LOL to my goal.   I have lost an amazing 30 pounds!:eek:   When I went to the doctor on Sept 7th for my last visit before surgery I was whopping 236 pounds:ohmy:   This morning when I got on the scale I was lovely 206!:smile2:   Originally my goal was to be under 200 by Christmas....but I think I may up the ante & go for Thanksgiving!   I have not eaten a real meal since October 10th...but who's counting:lol:   It has been hard at times to cook for my family but my clothes are starting to get big on me and that is the ultimate reward.   I know that I am so mentally committed to doing this. My doctor has cleared me to do only cardio and I cannot wait. I am on mushies and it hasn't been that bad....I try really hard not to obsess about food & for the most part I am not hungry.   Today I had a sweet potatoe & it was like eating filet mignon. All I keep telling myself is baby steps.   I know for me that this is the beat thing I have ever done for myself....I am so proud of me me me. That six months that I went thru the process of being approved was a great gift to myself, it totally helped me to prepare myself for what I was about to undertake.   Do I miss food? Yes, but what I miss more is my self-esteem & my self confidence. So I keep me eye on the prize ( which is a new & improved me) and continue to stay focused & take it one day at a time.
BRINA913

BRINA913

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Caramel's Blog
 

ISP inactivated

I am wondering why I cannot view this website at home. It keep saying that The ISP service in inactivated. I can view at work and on my phone, but not on my laptop. I just bought it earier this year and it has fairly new programs on it. I have tried Windows , Firefox and Google and the website keep giving an error. Please some one help me? I am new to the site and would like to view this website at home on a bigger screen.
Caramel

Caramel

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Blog 103116
 

Today....what a day!!

Today was a nerve-racking day! :smile2: I had some very back news today of someone who was once married into our family that committed suicide last night. It was so sad because this poor guy had no one who loved him. Even his own mother denied she was his mother and wasn't planning on burying him. I had to keep it together because I had my networking luncheon today called the Hispanic Network of Austin with 50 people coming to network. While I was setting up for the luncheon, I got more updates on my surgery with the location of the hotel that True Results is putting us up in because the surgery is in another city. I'm trying to write this down, set up, and NOT cry. I was nervous knots all day!! I felt off my game at the luncheon, but it was still a GREAT luncheon! One of my acquaintances, who's fast becoming a friend, was SO supportive and wants to meet with me before my surgery and visit me post-op. She had gastric bypass before the lapband was an option, so she understands me and what I'm about to go through. I'm so grateful for her and I hope I'll be able to count on her when I need encouragement. The surgery is next Friday and I'm so excited and so scared all at the same time. Is that normal? I don't know, but it's something I must do for myself and my health. My mother-in-law is so funny. She's visiting with us and not from this country. Where she comes from, there just aren't a lot of obese people, so she can't understand why I'm getting surgery. Why can't I just eat salad? LMAO!! :lol:If it was that simple, I would have done that by now! My husband's so supportive and I'm very fortunate in that sense. He has always taken such good care of me and has seen me through some difficult health situations. He curses me back to health, but I know he worries about each time I get sick. I'm hoping that my health will improve now and he won't have to worry so much.
Prima5

Prima5

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Blog 93350
 

Back in for Surgery after 4 months with the Band...

I am so upset and sick to my stomach from the news I received today. I was scheduled for my fourth fill today. My doctor was having trouble finding my port and he couldn't understand why when he hadn't had problems before. He stuck me four times before deciding that I go to fluoroscopy (some sort of live x-raying machine) so he can see my port. Even under the X-ray machine he was having trouble with adjusting my port. It was the most painful experience since getting my monthly fills. After I told my doc that I was feeling too much pain, my doctor had the senior x-ray doctor come in to look at my band. They both came to the conclusion that the band had either come off or is embedded in my stomach. He wants me to have surgery this week but I just cannot do it right now. I told him I will have to do it next week because there are too many work related things going on that I cannot neglect. Also, my doc informed me that if he encounters the worst case scenario he will need to remove the band and schedule me for the gastric sleeve. I just can't believe this, considering the holidays are near... :smile2:
Mrs. Stevenson

Mrs. Stevenson

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Blog 97975
 

Happy to be losing again!

I developed shingles shortly after surgery and haven't had the energy to workout like I'm supposed to. However, today I was able to walk 1 mile on the treadmill again!! Afterwards got on the scale and I'm down 5 lbs since last Thursday!! I'm finally losing again. Can't wait to get back to work and away from the kitchen!! LOL.   Another thing I noticed and it's pretty sad, is that the refrigerator and pantry are always full of food now! That's because the "garbage disposal" aka Me, isn't eating all the leftovers or raiding the pantry for snacks. :smile2: Thank goodness!!
cndalbs

cndalbs

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Blog 104870
 

Took the first step.

Today I took the first step to finally getting rid of this extra baggage that has been with me for FAR too long. My Tri-care DR put in a referral today for the surgeon. My Lap-Band group meeting is on the 23rd. I will post that day, or the day after!:smile2:
AvasMom

AvasMom

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MicNic's Blog
 

Pre-Op appts and Lab work.. 1 week to go!

Well, things are going better. Still haven't been able to eat the protein shakes from GNC but I am doing great on a different kind of shake. So far down 13 lbs in a week. Hope the liver is down too! Tomorrow I go see the surgeon and then to the hospital for pre-op blood work. I can't believe that I only have one more week! While I thought this would be faster (private pay), I can not complain! I haven't had to jump through hoops like most of you to have the surgery or go through months of dietian appts and psych appts!! I can't even imagine how you guys did it! I have waiting! : ) Anyway, I will let you all know how tomorrow goes! Good luck to all of you hard-working people that are using your tool to better your lives and your families!!   And- just in case she reads my blog.. Mommyoftwo (I think that is your name) your 3 month pics are awesome and SO motivating!! I was looking at them thinking.. 3 months..WOW! She has good genes! I really do appreciate all of you that post the pics that remind me that it really is possible!!
MicNic

MicNic

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Big Blog Girl
 

One year anniversary today - 114 lbs!

I feel like I finally have an "after" picture. I still have more to go and I'm fairly disgusted by all my loose skin but I'm healthy, feel good and the cosmetics can be fixed.   I said it before and I really do mean it, Lapband surgery was one of the best decisions I have ever made.  
BarbaraWM

BarbaraWM

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LoseIt!'s Blog
 

Changing perspectives.

I chose not to post my "Casual" pictures yesterday. It was because I didn't think they were very flattering so I considered retaking them today. But then I thought more about it and realized that even though I don't think they are as flattering as some, I still don't dislike them!   For years, I have hated having my picture taken because of my weight. I would work at getting a good angle, hiding in the back, or just avoiding the camera. Now, I don't hide at all. Sometimes the shot isn't my favorite, but I'm not embarrassed by it. And that makes a HUGE difference.   I realized that is quite a big milestone. And now I'm PROUD to post my pictures. I have the full body shots from the beginning, last month and current and the head shots from last month and current.   I will NOT HIDE anymore!
LoseIt!

LoseIt!

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