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If you want to lose weight before you have restriction you need to watch your portions and calories. Once you have restriction a cup of food should fill you up. But for each meal three times per day I used the following formula every day for 22 months and lost all my weight....3 oz protien, 1/2 c veggies, 1/4 c starch

I lost 224 lbs in 22 months and I didn't have to restructure my anatomy. For me the band was a great choice.
The sleeve may have worked just as well but it wasn't something I was interested in. No matter what WLS surgery you choose, you must be dedicated to following the rules your dr puts in place. They are only there for your success.

I lost 224 lbs in 22 months and I didn't have to restructure my anatomy. For me the band was a great choice.
The sleeve may have worked just as well but it wasn't something I was interested in. No matter what WLS surgery you choose, you must be dedicated to following the rules your dr puts in place. They are only there for your success.

I lost 224 lbs in 22 months and I didn't have to restructure my anatomy. For me the band was a great choice.
The sleeve may have worked just as well but it wasn't something I was interested in. No matter what WLS surgery you choose, you must be dedicated to following the rules your dr puts in place. They are only there for your success.

My BP was creeping up..but I had not been put on any meds yet... I was headed in that direction if I didn't do something about my weight. They did my surgery even with the high BP...140/92.
Today my BP averages 110/70
My husband is average weight but had high BP... His went doesn't about a month after going on his meds.

My BP was creeping up..but I had not been put on any meds yet... I was headed in that direction if I didn't do something about my weight. They did my surgery even with the high BP...140/92.
Today my BP averages 110/70
My husband is average weight but had high BP... His went doesn't about a month after going on his meds.

best wishes for a successful surgery.... And I live in Florida...beautiful this time of year in case you want a cleaning vacation.

I could care less what they call it. Reconstructive, Plastic, cosmetic, elective... I was against it from the start. Every other time I lost weight it wasn't an issue.,.., of course every other time I didn't lose 224 lbs!!!
Fast forward to the end of my losing journey and see how i changed my mind...check out my Tummy Tuck pics and you will understand why I did it and paid hard earned cash for it. Was it vain... Maybe. Am I embarrassed about it...absolutely not. Would I love to do my thighs and arms....yes. Will I... I don't think so because I am not at the point of hating it.... I don't love it but I can live with it...unlike my tummy and tubular flaps I used to call breasts. Having the procedures I did really made me feel like I finally had the body I worked so hard to get.

I could care less what they call it. Reconstructive, Plastic, cosmetic, elective... I was against it from the start. Every other time I lost weight it wasn't an issue.,.., of course every other time I didn't lose 224 lbs!!!
Fast forward to the end of my losing journey and see how i changed my mind...check out my Tummy Tuck pics and you will understand why I did it and paid hard earned cash for it. Was it vain... Maybe. Am I embarrassed about it...absolutely not. Would I love to do my thighs and arms....yes. Will I... I don't think so because I am not at the point of hating it.... I don't love it but I can live with it...unlike my tummy and tubular flaps I used to call breasts. Having the procedures I did really made me feel like I finally had the body I worked so hard to get.

I have made a deal with myself...if I gain 5 lbs I go super strict for a few weeks like I did for 22 months to lose the weight. Had I done this my whole life I would have been in a better place than under a knife.

Didn't your dr tell you when to start the liquid diet? It's the hardest thing I have ever done but the results were terrific..I lost 22 lbs on the 2 week pre op.... And I had a successful surgery. You must put forth this effort now or put off your surgery until you are more stable. Because not following instruction after you are banded can cause harm to your band.
What you are feeling is normal. But remember your life isn't all about food and when you are through with the losing of your journey you will thank yourself on a daily basis. Best wishes to you!!!

I have made a deal with myself...if I gain 5 lbs I go super strict for a few weeks like I did for 22 months to lose the weight. Had I done this my whole life I would have been in a better place than under a knife.

Vomiting and the band are a lousy combination. Make an appointment to see you physician ASAP

I have made a deal with myself...if I gain 5 lbs I go super strict for a few weeks like I did for 22 months to lose the weight. Had I done this my whole life I would have been in a better place than under a knife.

Based on your first post I mearly suggested you might need more time. It wasn't meant mean spirited.... But that still doesn't explain why you are feeling the way you are. It's normal to be nervous...with or without family support. You are about to take a drastic step. Just relax, follow your drs orders and everything will be fine. Maybe seek out someone on this forum close to your age and stage of the journey for some one on one sharing and support
Best of luck!!

Didn't your dr tell you when to start the liquid diet? It's the hardest thing I have ever done but the results were terrific..I lost 22 lbs on the 2 week pre op.... And I had a successful surgery. You must put forth this effort now or put off your surgery until you are more stable. Because not following instruction after you are banded can cause harm to your band.
What you are feeling is normal. But remember your life isn't all about food and when you are through with the losing of your journey you will thank yourself on a daily basis. Best wishes to you!!!

Vomiting and the band are a lousy combination. Make an appointment to see you physician ASAP

One of my co workers took this pic last week at my birthday celebration... as you see they found me the smallest cake in the world. But when I looked at the picture I noticed there really is a space between my legs which I have seen before but seeing it in a casual pic is pretty eye opening.
I know I have lost alot of weight... but as crazy as it sounds... sometimes I cannot wrap my head around it and still feel like the biggest girl in the room. I am trying hard to think like a thin person and I am not looking for sympathy so if you think I should shut up and pound sand I get that.
At 5'9" and 153 lbs, wearing a size 10 shoe.... I am not petite... and I never will be....I guess maybe that is what I need to start accepting it. I am curious if any other tall galls dealt with this body image issue?

Missy said it best... I agree. It's never too late to recommit. How bad do you want it?

I have made a deal with myself...if I gain 5 lbs I go super strict for a few weeks like I did for 22 months to lose the weight. Had I done this my whole life I would have been in a better place than under a knife.

I could care less what they call it. Reconstructive, Plastic, cosmetic, elective... I was against it from the start. Every other time I lost weight it wasn't an issue.,.., of course every other time I didn't lose 224 lbs!!!
Fast forward to the end of my losing journey and see how i changed my mind...check out my Tummy Tuck pics and you will understand why I did it and paid hard earned cash for it. Was it vain... Maybe. Am I embarrassed about it...absolutely not. Would I love to do my thighs and arms....yes. Will I... I don't think so because I am not at the point of hating it.... I don't love it but I can live with it...unlike my tummy and tubular flaps I used to call breasts. Having the procedures I did really made me feel like I finally had the body I worked so hard to get.

best wishes for a successful surgery.... And I live in Florida...beautiful this time of year in case you want a cleaning vacation.

I was on 1000 calories a day post op.... I tried not to go below that but all drs are different.
You have lost 10 lbs in a few weeks... I would say that pretty darn good! Stick with it!

best wishes for a successful surgery.... And I live in Florida...beautiful this time of year in case you want a cleaning vacation.

Vomiting and the band are a lousy combination. Make an appointment to see you physician ASAP