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jkevhack's Blog

A blog by jkevhack in General

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shocked at the changes

I am 5 months out from my lab band surgery and have lost almost 30 pounds. I have gone from a size 18 to a snug 14:) The biggest shock was my feet!!!! I went from a size 8 shoe to a size 7 LOL!! I still have 25 pounds to go but I am proud of the fact that I am doing this for the first time in my life and thankful for my friend the lap band that lets me know its time to stop eating or hey, you have had enough. I have taken a small stepper to work and use is all the time as well as my co- workers

TIRED OF MIND GAMES

HAVEN'T POSTED FOR AWHILE, WAS BANDED 11-8-12, HAVE HAD SEVERAL FILLS I FEEL LIKE I AM IN THE GREEN ZONE AS OF 3-13-13. I HAVE 6 CC IN A 10CC BAND. STARTED AT 225 NOW 200, HAVE HAD BOTH KNEES TOTALLY REPLACED 3 YRS AGO AND LEAD A VERY BUSY LIFE RAISING 2 GRANDSONS. I AM ALSO SOON GOING TO BE 52 YRS OLD.   I RESEARCHED THE BAND AND KNOW IT IS A TOOL NOT A CURE FOR BEING OVERWEIGHT, I ALSO REALIZE LOSING THE WEIGHT IS UP TO ME. THE HARD PART IS THE MIND GAMES I DEAL WITH.   FOOD IS ALWAYS ON

Lap band and Plication

I have seen alot of posts regarding lap band with plication. I asked my surgeon about this and was told I had it done. He explained (also before surgery just did not use the word plication) that it is-- after the band is clicked into place, the stomach is then pulled up to the part above the band and stiched together to help hold the band in place/ keep from slipping which I think is great. Now I have seen posts that state plication is to help with weight loss??? Anyone out there have more info

Something I feel the need to say

I have not posted in a few weeks and have been reading many of the posts regarding the same questions and the tone of some of the answers. I work in the medical field and researched the band for 2 years and went to all of my preop classes etc... I was fully aware before surgery that the band is only a tool. The best way of thinking about it for me is the band holds me accountable to myself and what I eat!!! It is a tool only ,I have done the work so far. My loss has been very slow but I feel

Protein bars suggestions

What are the best tasting protein bars that you might get at maybe Walmart??? I tried one kind, it was chocolate, had 20 grams of protein but tasted terrible !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I like a snack late afternoon while at work (stressful job). I don't remember the brand name of the one I bought just that it was horrible and a huge waste of my money. So any help here would be great since I used to snack on everything and anything. Love my lap band and this site.

In need of some help

I was banded 11-8-12 got my first fill 12-19-12 have had no problems, have pb a couple of times ( learning process). This morning tried to eat my usual scrambled egg with cheese and a piece of turkey bacon. I usually start my day with a watered down diet coke ( my dr is ok with this and am not a coffee drinker ) had some hot tea today instead. I have pb'd 3 times in a 2 hour period trying to get my breakfast down. I only have 2cc in a 10cc band and this is the first time I have had this much tro

20 pound lose finally

I was banded 11-8-12, have had one fill and get another one Jan 9th. As of this morning I have lost 20 pounds. I did not have to do a pre op diet but lost 3 a few days before surgery. I am so happy with the 20 pounds as I have gone through Thanksgiving and now in full Christmas mode. Yes there have been days I have eaten something I shouldn't have but I will not beat myself up nor will I let anyone else make me feel bad. I cannot wait to see what 2013 has in store for my new attitude and my weig

Trying hard not to get discouraged :(

First let me say I love this site and the advice you all give (even the blunt ones). As i have stated before I get my first fill on 12-19-12. I have noticed I am getting very hungry about 2-3 hours after each meal (yes I am eating protien) I have lost 18 pounds and stuck there. I work in a very busy Dr.s office as a medical assistant and its so hard to eat slow and chew my food well with so much work to be done. I have gotten stuck a coulple of times on chicken and tuna. I know the answers and I

Craving Popcorn, Is It Ok To Eat ???

We are raising 2 of our grandson's ( have been for about 10 years ) the 11 year old has Down Syndrome and we are both hooked on popcorn. He asks me every night if its "popcorn time" lol. I tell him not for a few more days. I will be one month out on Dec 8th and almost down 20 pounds. Is popcorn ok if eaten slowly and not to much??? Has anyone ever had a problem with eating it??? My PA said its ok to eat but curious if anyone has had any problems. My grandson is a joy in our lives and he reall

My Port Area

I will be 3 weeks post op on Thursday. All of my incisions are great except the one where the port is. Its still sore and seems have a knot about the size of a quarter under the skin, Is that the port or maybe its still swollen. The pain is mild but noticable. Just had my 2 week post op and don't go back until Dec 19 for my first fill. I know everyone is different and its in no way infected. Just curious

2 Weeks Post Op, Mushy Foods And Thanksgiving

I have lost 19 pounds since 11-8-12 thats the good news> the bad news is that I started mushy foods on Thanksgiving day. It was the first meal I have had for 2 weeks and did not go well. I not only ate at one meal but had to go to the in-laws for meal #2. Although I'm sure I didn't eat as much as I used to I did eat more than I thought I would. To say the least I am upset with myself, but have read that I am not alone in this. I started over today with a protien smoothie for breakfast and h

A Little Over One Week Post Op

I am still on liquids, (anything I can get through a straw) so tonight I made homemade potato soup and it was great!!!!! One cup filled me up for the rest of the day and the potatoes melted in my mouth. Get my stitches out the day before Thanksgiving and then on to mushy. If I can do this anyone can, its been really hard but with be worth it. I feel great

A Proud Moment

I am 6 days post op and must say its been a rough week on all liquids. Took my grandson to Mcdonalds drive through and thought a shake sounded good.... Then I saw it ---- The Eggnog Shake!!!!!!! Started to order it, (it is a liquid) then I saw the calorie count posted 680 calories!!!!!!!!!! Needless to say I did not give in to the temptation and went home and had some runny applesauce and protien drink, woooooooo hoooooooooo. It was a victory for me. Just wanted to share:)

Feeling Much Better Day 5 Days Post Op And Back To Work

I spoke to my Dr. this am regarding my rapid heartbeat. I was instructed to increase my fluid intake and continue with my BP meds. Which I am doing no rapid heart beat today I don't feel near as dehydrated as I have the last few days, just a little worn out. Looking forward to my 2 week post op on 11-21-12 then on to mushies. Love the posts and recipies on this site.   Have a great day everyone :)

Lap Banded 11-8-12

I am a 51 year old wife, mother and grandmother. I was banded 11-8-12 and also had hiatal hernia repair (that I wasn't expecting). I am very sore, swollen and bruised but each day is a little better. I do feel a little nausea first thing in the morning but so far so good. Guess I really wasn't expecting it to be so painful. How long does it take for the swelling to go down and to start to feel human again.

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