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Blog 81481
 

Its working!!!

Gotta say Geology field camp has been kickin my butt. Last week we backpacked in 5 miles up the mountain to almost 12,000ft... thought i was going to die.. lol... What a great experience.. I lost about 8lbs just last week! Im offically 189 and dropping!!!! yay!!!!!!. Three more weeks of intense physical activity, but i know it will be worth it in the end. Finishing my degree and shedding the pounds! Only 14 more pounds till my first goal...
Jadeite

Jadeite

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Blog 95483
 

Day three

Well, the surgery was on Friday and it's Sunday now. Still a bit sore but feeling better than I did yesterday. The liquid diet thing is getting old already. Although the protein whey shake wasn't too bad. I got this strawberry powder one you just mix with water or whatever. Wasn't too bad really. Something different. You get sick of just eating broth and jello. I can't wait until the end of the week when I can go on soft foods like eggs and maybe hot cereals like cream of wheat or farina. Took the bandages off today and my skin is really irritated around the incisions where they were. Walked for a while today around the neighborhood. I'm trying to get out there for at least 30 minutes every day. I'm just happy these two days are almost gone because hopefully the worst of the soreness is over. I know I'll still be somewhat sore for the next few weeks but this really hurt the past two days. I'm off the percocet and just taking a tylenol here and there now. Hard thing so far is eating slower even with jello. I feel hungry so I'm eating it way too fast and later on I feel like there's a lump just sitting there in the pit of my stomach. So I've really got to work on that especially since I'm going to regular food soon. The weird thing is gauging whether or not you're really hungry or you THINK you're hungry. The mind is still telling me "EAT! You're HUNGRY moron, why are you not going upstairs and grabbing a snack?" The commercial on TV for Chili's new burgers didn't help. I sat there like Pavlov's dog and salivated so much I needed a shamwow towel to clean up the mess. Good news by the way. I just came back to writing this after visiting the little boys room and I'm proud to report I had my first bowel movement after two days. I haven't felt such joy since I watched a "Facts of life" marathon on TV Land. I'm just wondering what advice Mrs. Garrett would have had for me about this, what with her down home folksy good humor and wisdom beyond her 68 years. Ok. That's about it for now. I'll write again soon.
Ron K

Ron K

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Blog 91167
 

Tomorrow is the day...

I am having my surgery tomorrow morning and for some reason I am less worried now than I was the last few days. It's nice to have people around to support me.   I just hope I've done all the right things to help the surgery go by smoothly. I haven't cheated on my pre-op diet and I've been taking all my vitamins, drinking LOTS of water and just trying to keep myself stress free.   There are moments I think about the pain and recovery but I know it will all be worth it.
someuser

someuser

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Blog 93350
 

These will be a few of my favorite things...

Short skirts, bikinies, beach vacations, roller coasters, being able to fit confortable in an airplane seat, more flights, bicycling, running, jogging, confidence, more fun in life, shopping, shopping, shopping, hanging out with friends, lots of energy, fun with the hubby, looking sexier, more pictures of me instead of others, more time in the gym, having more time and physical activities with my daughter, learning a new hobby and swimming... These will be a few of my favorite things!!   What will be your favorite things??
Mrs. Stevenson

Mrs. Stevenson

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Blog 90427
 

I can't believe it!

Hi, all.   I have to say I am doing really well since my surgery. I have had no problems getting my proteins or food down and keeping it down, although I have not had the 70-80 grams or protein they want me to have, but the doctor's office said that was normal in the beginning. I have been drinking my water. The pain is barely noticable anymore, even when turning over in bed.   Today was my first day back to the gym since 6/18, with my surgery on 6/21. I thought I might last on the treadmill about a 1/4 mile, but did 1.35 miles and then was on the Sci-fit for 15 minutes. I felt really great. But the best part is that when I got on the scale I learned I had lost 7lbs 4 oz since my last visit. How amazing is that? I am totally in shock, really. My husband said I looked as if I had lost a lot, but I can't really see it. But now I believe him.   I am returning to work tomorrow, wish I could win the lottery and never go back, but living in the real world...I sit at a desk most of the day so there will be no strain other than the fact that I am a Customer Service Manager and get stressed enough!   Friday I start on the pureed and mushy - OMG I will get to hold a real fork and chew something other than a teeny-tiny piece of chicken from the cream of chicken soup.   Enjoy your Sunday to all and I'll check back again soon. Thanks for all of your support and encouragement. This is the greatest place!!!!
Bklynike

Bklynike

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Blog 95490
 

Did anyone cry the first week??

I am 6 days post op. Had lap band done on Monday the 21st. I cried probably Wed, Thurs and Friday. I had a low grade temp and that always makes me cry. Today is a much better day... So hang in there... i am by far not a pro..but in the same boat as you and feeling the same things you are... they all say it will get better..so I am banking on that!!!
Linda CT 53

Linda CT 53

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Blog 93350
 

24 hours before the surgery and I gained weight

This is rediculous, my surgery is in 15 hours... I stepped on the scale and noticed that I have put on 6 pounds. Yes, I cheated on Friday by having a sub and on Saturday a salad from Longhorn Steakhoues but I've been working out, really hard. I just can't believe it, I's ashamed and embarrassed to see my doctor tomorrow. This is why I need the surgery so bad.
Mrs. Stevenson

Mrs. Stevenson

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Blog 88982
 

D-3...

D... Doin' it Day is June 30th. Been a while since I was online. PC decided to have a meltdown, but glad I'm back before my operation.   I put the date back a week or so from the original 21st, to get things organised around school holidays for the girls and I.   Now have just 3 sleeps to go, and I'm not at all nervous... wonder if that's a good sign or not? lol Must say that I'm excited at the idea of the new life I will have. Wonder if that's because I'm delusional? lol   I guess I'm just too, what it will be like and just how big the adjustments will be for me... and how I will handle them? Kind of like into the unknown, and that is where I have some fears, if any.   Perhaps it the permanacy of it all, that has me wondering. The idea that this is forever is something new for me to contemplate, but I know it's what I need to keep me on the straight and narrow with my health.   Tomorrow have to get the last of the items for hospital and make some broth for when I get home the following day, after day surgery. Also, go visit the hospital and complete everything there... then home, and it's D minus 2.   Not sure what else I can do for now. I have read, and re-read information.. chatted to people, told a few who (all but one) wished me well. The other said, it was a mistake, but she would support me whatever decision I made.   My girls, have been wonderful. I know they are concerned for me having the operation, but also as I explained to them... it's no more risk than my having a stroke or heart attack at this size, and I have a great team working on me on Wednesday.   So there it is, guess I best go and get into bed. Bless you all, for helping me get this far... Dee xox
Serenidee

Serenidee

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Blog 2908
 

July 6, Pre-sleeve diet

My husband is going to be sleeved 7/6 by St. Laurent in Houston, TX. I would like to help him follow the pre-surgery diet.   He is 47 years old and weighs 370 lbs. He has high blood pressure, sleep apena, back problems and osteoarthritis in his knees. It's clear that with all these health issues that the VSG is his best option.   We are self paying, so we do not have to go through the pyschological test and 6 months of documented weight loss that insurance companies require. But I am concerned that my husband is not prepared for the pre-surgery diet.   In addition my husband chews tabocco and will have to deal with quitting it pre-surgery. Please help me provide him with pre-surgery strategies to keep on his liquid diet and to stop chewing tobacco.   Thanks in advance for you help.
awife

awife

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Blog 42246
 

Me & My Stretched Pouch

I'm almost 3 years out and I have absolutely no complaints about my band. Yes, I've managed to stretch my pouch and it's not been fixed. I went to the doc and he offered GASTRIC. Eh-eh! That's not an option for ME! If I had wanted that I would've done that in the first place.   Then I spoke with the nutritionist and she said that I should increase my protein to above 60+, and come back in a month. If by then I'm not able to lose weight then I should seriously reconsider gastric. This was in late January and I've lost a total of 26lbs to date on my own since!!!   I've not gone back to the doc but then again they've not called me back either. Which I probably should just suck it up and call them now that I'm thinking about it.   I feel fine though. I still have good enough restriction. I've kept optimistic during this process because I know that I can eat more food than "allowable". It's all about being mindful of what you put in your mouth. Regardless if you have a stretched pouch or not you still have to eat clean and work out. There's no getting around it if you want to see results!!   My short term goal is to lose another 14lbs before my 40th birthday which is August 3rd. That would put me at 170lbs. My long term goal is to be at and maintain a weight of 140lbs.   Me & My Stretched Pouch CAN DO IT!!!   S240/C184/SG170/LG140
lat1nacurv3s

lat1nacurv3s

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Blog 95515
 

Welcoming Myself :-)

Wow I really someone told me about this sight before.:ohmy: Well anyway, since im like a little over a month from having my band put in, I will fill ya in on what happened so far. I was banded on May 14, 2010:smile2: weighing in at 305lbs. Yeah I was not happy. I stayed over night due to the fact I have sleep apnea and my surgery was scheduled in the late evening. I was actually surprised that I felt really good after having surgery.:cool2: I thought I was going to be in a lot of pain but I was walking around a few hours after surgery. It might have been slow walking but I was walking. I had a great support team with me and the employees were very comforting. It also helps to know a lot of the staff members there personally. Anywho - I went in for my first fill on June 16, 2010 weighing in at 288lbs. My doctor said that I was making great progress. But from being over weight for years, umm so yeah that didnt do it for me. Then I had a long talk with my doctor and he comforted me again saying that the gastric bypass patients lose faster then bandies. Its a slow process. I am now happy again. I joined a gym and im sweating away the pounds while listening to the fast paced jazz to keep my feet moving.:thumbup: I go into the good ole docs office July 14, 2010 for my second fill and we will see the new updates. Praying for pounds to be down. Until later bandies. :smile:
Reaching My Goal

Reaching My Goal

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Blog 89559
 

Gotta Get Back on The Wagon Today - Sunday

I went to bed last night saying those words to myself. I'm not weighing on Saturdays anymore -- if it isn't good I can't stop myself from overeating (yet) and if it is good I can't stop myself from celebrating (yet).   Weekdays are better -- I'm working and farther from food. It doesn't mean I won't eat, just not as much as I did yesterday. And tomorrow is my fill so at the least I'll get some advice and at the best -- some restriction.   I'll muddle through the day -- exercising and maybe getting some soon. I'm watching season 1 of True Blood and I'll get through an episode as I'm on my elliptical this morning.   I ate twice as many calories yesterday as the day before. The big bad one? A bag of Ralph's (Kroger) popcorn. The WHOLE bag.:thumbup:     I'll try to stay away from the kitchen today as much as I can. But its Sunday and my day to do stuff around the house, so I'm pushing myself.     UGGGGGGH. This is no one's fault but mine. No band, weather, scale, doctor, fill, nothing. Weekends will be difficult for me and I need to develop healthier ways to deal with them.   Have a good day everybody!
sandradee0124

sandradee0124

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Blog 1952
 

2 Days til Mushies and counting!!

I can't wait until Tuesday when I finally get to start eating mushies. I went grocery shopping already in anticipation of the occasion and I'm laughing at myself. I bought everything that was on the list of allowable foods. When I got home I realized that with my new stomach size, I probably bought enough for 6 weeks of mushies. Oh well, some habits die hard.   :scared0:
BandMomsRock

BandMomsRock

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Starting from square one
 

Pre-op emotional issues and eating, shake tips

My July 14th surgery date is getting closer, and I'm starting to ease myself into the pre-op diet (2 shakes and an Atkins-type dinner). The sugar free DaVinci syrups that I found online make the protein shakes less monotonous. I got these flavors out of the about 50 they have: Kahlua, coconut, pineapple, Amaretto, Creme de Menthe, Egg Nog. I'm using IsoPure zero carb protein powder in vanilla (as a base for my flavored syrups) and in Banana Creme (same). They mix excellently with water--no lumps. I've also gotten Inspire brand Cinnamon Cappucino protein powder, but the taste is mild so I have to add syrup, and it doesn't mix up quite as well, but it's ok. I recommend the Supplement Warehouse website for everything--best prices I've found, including the syrups, protein/soup mixes, and chewable/sublingual vitamins.   The Atkins Advantage ready to drink shakes are ok, but I can see they are going to get boring fast so I'm glad I got the powder/syrups. I also bought 2 oz. cups, 2 oz. ice cube trays for freezing purees, 4 oz. ramekins, and toddler silverware and bowls. I tried out the toddler silverware and I definitely recommend doing this BEFORE surgery because you will have an emotional reaction to eating in different amounts. It took me about 10 minutes to process the anger I first felt using a tiny fork--it's like my id was saying "why is this necessary", and rebelling but I got over it. I had these weird anger flashes, it felt like my inner 2 year old was acting up. I also got 4oz containers of Gerber Apple Juice for post-op. I feel like I'm all set.   I'm not scared, and I'm not excited--I'm more in the middle--a little disbelieving that it's actually going to happen. I got the final medical clearance from my primary care doc, paid my $500 co-pay, and I'm ready for rock and roll. I don't have any relatives or friends here since I moved here for a job not yet a year ago so I'm doing this on my own. I feel confident I can do it.   If anybody wants to correspond/chat/email I'd be glad of the contact, as I'd like to hear how other people are handling their July surgeries.
Donna4545

Donna4545

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Blog 93702
 

My Band Is Not Tight Enough!

:scared2:My Band is not tight enough. When I went in 2 weeks ago to get my unfill, my doctor was not there so I had another doctor do it. I was so sick I did not care who did it, but I told her to only take out 1/2 cc - that was what was put in me by my doctor on my last fill date appointment. But I think she wanted to be safe and just took out more then the 1/2 cc. I'm not restricted enough and I can feel the difference.   I can drink liquids right after I eat, and there is nothing telling me that am full. I FEEL LIKE THAT OIL SPILL IN THE GULF - NEVER ENDING - I KEEP GOING AND GOING AND GOING, eating that is. I have gone up a few pounds and that is scaring the heck out of me. The things I am eating are healthy things, fruit, low cal snacks, and fish, the same as I was eating before. But I'm going up in weight, not down. For the life of me I do not know why. The only thing I can think of is that my band is just not tight enough. It may be that I am also retaining water, but I do not see any particular reason for that because I am continuing to limit my salt intake. So I have a appointment on 7/7 with my surgeon. But I am not waiting that long. I am scared that I will gain to much weight back by then. Let me put a stop to this weight gain now, I told myself.   So I called them and they gave me an appointment for 6/30. The thing that is getting me is this - I am eating all the same foods, doing all the same things as when I was loosing weight, eating right and exercising. This is starting to make me very depressed. The last time I felt this depressed was before my surgery.   So, now I am trying to keep a stiff upper lip about everything that is going on now. I was at my sweet spot before, and I know I will get back there again, hopefully on Wednesday, 6/30. I'm still doing my Recipes of The Day that I share with you all on a daily basis, and continuing to exercise. I'm looking at this as a small bump in the road.
Debra G

Debra G

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Blog 93702
 

Recipe Of The Day! Bittersweet Chocolate Truffles With A Hit Of-Orange

While orange adds an exotic note, much of the flavor of this simple yet sophisticated candie comes from the chocolate, so choose a semisweet or bittersweet with a flavor and level of sweetness you enjoy. The recipe makes a big batch of truffles - plenty for gift-giving. Although they should be stored in the refrigerator, they're best served after sitting at room temperature for about 5 minutes. Believe it or not this is a low calorie treat. Well worth the time to prepare.   4 dozen (1-inch) truffles Active Time: 1 1/2 hours Total Time: 12 hours (including 10 1/2 hours chilling time) Per truffle: 61 calories   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 94204
 

Fears of failure

Hello, I'm 27 days from surgery and I feel great. I don't feel very much restriction at all, and it scares me. I am eating about 1500 cal. daily. I'm scared. Is this typical? I have not had my first fill yet. I am hoping and praying that it will create some restriction for me. I fear I will fail at weight loss with the LAP-BAND®. Has anyone else felt this way? Have you been able to overcome and have you been succesful in losing weight?
Adventure Girl

Adventure Girl

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Blog 68418
 

Pain Better, Restriction GONE!

Finally, after five months of throwing up daily, I have finally annoyed my doctor into action and he sent me for an upper GI, which I had yesterday. Thank you very much for sending me right downtown on the first day of the G20... I've always wanted to see every single piece of riot equipment the city owns. What do you call 20 cops on bicycles? A gaggle, flock, murder, cute as all hell? What?   He also took out 0.5cc of fluid from my band. I have mixed feelings about this. On the one hand, my puking 7-8 times a day as soon as I put any morsel of food into my stomach stopped, so yay! I cannot tell you how good it felt to eat something so simple as an apple slice, which I haven't been able to do ever with the band. It was like a foodgasm. I have been fruitless, with the exception of raspberries, for almost a year, and the same goes for raw veggies. Oh carrots how I've missed you. For months now, if it hasn't been stewed into a wretched pulp, I couldn't eat it. I think we can all grasp the irony of not being able to eat either fruits or vegetables with the band.   On the downside, we had already agreed before I got my unfill that being overfilled wasn't the root problem. What didn't make me puke on the first bite, I could eat 2 cups of easily. I have endured more soup than the average person should ever in my life. Seriously, I'm taking out shares in Campbell's. Some days I could even go so far as to eat a couple of huge skewers of chicken souvlaki or a half a tub of yogurt at one sitting (again, Yoplait, I'm taking out shares). On the days I could eat, it was smooth sailing for just about any food. Unfortunately, that was only about one day in six, which is crappy odds.   Now something is driving me to just keep eating. Today I ate nearly half a watermelon! In one sitting and I'm still not full! Granted, I still have 7-something cc in my 14cc band, but the restriction is gone, gone, gone. The doctor that did my upper GI said that things looked ok on the first pass but that he'd have to look into it more closely later, which is good because I was expecting a "Holy crap! Your band is down around your ankles!" after months and months of daily retching. So I'd like some of my restriction back please before I decimate the country's watermelon population.   I guess now the search is on for what is my problem if my band doesn't appear to have slipped. Whenever I get enough fill to have any sort of restriction, I immediately fall back into the daily puking problem. We've tried the trick of inching up the restriction by 0.1cc increments already in the hopes that maybe I just got one over zealous fill, but no, that does not seem to be the problem. I'm not getting that typical 'stuck' feeling of incredible pain radiating across the chest. I've had that before when I really was stuck. Nope, I eat my bite of food, chew it to a mushy pulp, and then it goes down and sits like a big ball of lead. No pain, just a growing nausea and pit in the stomach feeling that makes me want to know where is the closest loo. I keep hearing from other people that they have to go make themselves throw up in the bathroom. Not me. The mere sight of a sink usually does it like Pavlov, although I will admit to giving my sternum one or two good thumps occasionally like burping a baby to help things along.   So what is the problem? Gallbladder maybe? That would explain the weird stomach pains I've been getting in completely the wrong place to be band related. Over sensitive vagus nerve? Who knows? All I know is that this band thing doesn't seem to be working out for me as planned. The only tool it appears to be acting as is to make me a better bulimic. That makes my mother happy as she is an eating disorder on wheels, but I'm not too thrilled about it.
onikenbai

onikenbai

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Blog 71341
 

dazed and confused

I have not lost more than a few pounds in months! I don't feel as if I eat much quantity, always protein...I do get into triouble late at night with grazing behavior but there again, even if not a great choice, not a large amount. I walk 30-60 min. every day (almost) and do weight training three days per week. I see I was talking about getting into the 100's back in the fall but am still not there...anyone have plateau breaker ideas?????????
jlball

jlball

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Blog 94833
 

Almost 2 weeks since banding...

Well, I feel really good My port incision still hurts and the swelling is going down to an extent that I can feel the port when I press on it. Losing average 1 per day. Going back to work Tuesday so I plan on being alot more active. It is tough now because it is like 150 degrees here in S. Florida :thumbup:. I am going to try a bike soon to to see how that goes.   Getting a fill in 2 weeks already. I told the doc I dont feel any restriction. I am not hungry but could probably over do it without some discilpine...rut roo!   I dont go to the bathroom (number2) and this bothers me. I dont know if I can take a laxative. I think protein binds you up or something....all this foreign healty food in my body and it doenst know how to act.   In the mushy stage; egg salad, tuna salad, hummus (a first not bad) and of course those lovely protien shakes.   Best wishes to all in your banderama!
Richele

Richele

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Blog 92116
 

Italian Restuarant!! SUCCESS!!!

last night my family and I went out to an Italian restuarant for a celebration. it was a last minute invitation, so i kinda' panicked w/the invite.... but I did very well!! I ordered shrimp & brocolli and STILL stayed within my calorie allotment for the day! no wine, no appitizers, no dessert!!!! I also confirmed that I can NOT eat bread! this was my 2nd attempt at eatting just a small slice of the bread that arrives in a basket with your water, etc.... no go! wouldnt go down! got stuck! :crying:had to sip water and hope nobody noticed my "problem"! (they didnt)
J_BandRanger

J_BandRanger

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