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I'm not an expert yet lol but I have done ALOT of research on the Lap Band before deciding to get it. From what I understand you will tolerate foods other banders cannot like steak, chicken, pork loin, and some even become lactose intolerent. I think I would pass on the sausage though cause it packs alot of fat and calories. You may have reached a pleatue. Just keep up the good work and never give up. Good Luck! quote name='billhur' timestamp='1304682734' post='1610064'] this is confusing one says too tight one says too loose. i cant eat Pasta it gets stuck, i cant eat a tortilla it gets stuck, i have to finely chop salads or they get stuck, you say if i an eat pork its too loose, however it goes down better then chicken breast which is the worst to try to digest. im at a loss here on what to do, the doctor sees me again in 3 weeks so i guess i will wait and talk to him about whether i should fill or reduce

I am 3 days post-op and I feel like throwing up just thinking about taking a drink of anything and I gag at looking at anything. Any suggestions? I don't want to end up back in the hospital from dehydration. Plus I have 2 more pills I need to crush and take.

I've only been banded for 2 days and I feel the same way. I try to take sips of water and I can be on full liquids but I get feeling sick if I try to drink my protein shake. I'm so afraid of throwing up. I'm still very soar, I was told my band had to be put up higher then normal because my stomach was small. It must have really shrunk on the post op diet, lol. looking forward to this journey.

I picked up the Nectar- Twisted Cherry yesterday and I'm in love with it. I shop at the Vitamin Shoppe which carries 8 different flavors an I will eventualy try all of them because they are garanteed and if I don't like it I can switch for another flavor and it mixes well with a spoon and water. The next flavor I want to try is the Choc. Truffel I've heard a few people rave about the Choc Truffel. I would also like to try the Vanilla wafer flavor mixed with the Twisted Cherry, I bet that would be good. Also I only paid $35.00 for a 2lb container. Make sure you pruchase it at a vitamin shop that garenties the product.

I will be banded tomarrow also and I'm scared too. Good luck and we'll talk after we are feeling better.

Hello, my daughter is a body builder ( so why am I fat? that's what I'd like to know). Well anyways, I wanted to get a PT but my daughter was telling me that a personal trainer never really will train you to your fullest like on Biggest Losers because if you lose alot of weight you will not need your PT anymore and they are the ones that will lose the money. So, as long as you are still heavy they have a job. If your PT really cared about YOUR health he would be cheering you on and offering his services after your surgery. Find another trainer.

Being banded on Wednesday feeling the nerves now!!!! Can't wait till it's over, did pre-op diet for 2 weeks didn't lose much but had more blood work done for my Cardiologist and an eccocardiagram today everything is great happy to say.

5 days and counting down till surgery.

Thank you for the encouragement I really do feel better about it now1 Thank goodness for LapBandTalk.com Finally something I don't have to go it alone on. Thanks again everyone for the support.

I'm so angry, I have been on my pre-op diet for 9 days and have only lost 1 lb. I had 2 meals last Saturday instead of 1 but that is the only time I didn't follow it. I'm getting in my 64 ozs of liquid, 4 protein drinks, 2 fruits and 1 meal consisting of 4oz of protein and 2 cups of veggies. Plus I walk 4 days a week on a treadmill at is a fast speed for my short legs for 15-20 min. Park far away from the stores so I have to walk further. Does anyone have any suggestions, I only have 5 days left. Getting depressed and afraid my surgery will be cancelled.

For anyone interested. Pick up the May 16th issue of for women FIRST, is has some good recipes for Protein shakes on pages 34 thru page 37.

I just received my May 16th addition of for women FIRST magazine and it has some great protein shake recipes on pages 34,35,36 and 37. I haven't tried them yet but can't wait. Just use the sugar free whey protien powders and low carb milks. Remember all recipes can be modified and who knows maybe your recipe will be better.

Thank you peps for the feedback! I was at the mall today and stopped by GNC, the Sales Manager showed me a women's powderd multi vitamin and said I could add it to my shakes, I'm considering trying this. He said if I buy the choc shakes I should use the choc. vitamin mix. I'll let you know if I try it and how it is!

I am on the pre-op diet and it is a struggle. Funny before this I didn't eat but 1 full meal a day and Dunkin Donuts coffee and bagel for Breakfast or lunch LOVE my Carbs!!!! Now that I have to eat one meal a day I want MORE lol. Are you going home the same day? My Doctor requires you to stay in the hospital overnight so I will be without my lap top, I'm a home cruise agent so I can't afford to go on a shared network with the rest of the hospital, I need to protect my clients info. I will let everyone know how I made out when I get home on the 5th. Good luck on your surgery as well and you also keep us posted.

Good morning everyone, Could I get some feedback on what types/brand of Vitamins everyone is taking. My dietitian said no gummy ones but the other ones are so huge. Is there a liquid multi Vitamin out there? Surgery in 1 week. Thanks!

Good Luck, let us know how it goes!

I did great the first 3 days but blue it this weekend by having 2 meals instead of the 1 I'm supposed to have. Sunday no sweets did good there had mashed potatoes with meal, I didn't get all my liquids in. Feel real gulity! Well, I'll pick myself up today ( Monday ) and start over, I still have 9 days. I do have a wedding on Saturday the 30th so I think I'll have 1 drink and no cake. Already ordered the chicken Good Luck!!! Sipping on slimfast shake right now. Surgery on the 4th.

Welcome aboard, I'm a newbee here myself will be banded on May 4th. Good luck in your journey!

Started my pre-op diet on Wednesday, doing great so far but find it hard to finish all liquids required (4 protien drinks and 64 fld ozs of water) and boy do I enjoy my one meal a day. Trying to eat in small bites and chewing it well, sometimes I forget to chew it well, but.I still have 11 days to practice lol. I may have to mush or cut into really tiny bites.

Congratulations! I feel the same way but can't wait to have my turn, mine is May 4, 2011. Congrats again and I wish you much success.

My PCP wanted me to go to his referal but I did research and wanted to go to the one I chose and I insisted. He asked me how I found her and why Dr Vernon. I did alot of research on alot of Sergeon's before I chose her, including the one my Dr recommended. I went to the Hospital sight and researched her history there, She is a teaching Dr for Harvard Med School, has done many many LB surgeries over the years and I got to see her preform one live on the hospital live web casts. She does her surgeries out of 2 Boston hospitals. Go to some support groups for banded or want to be banded at the Hospital this Dr. does his surgeries at and ask questions of anyone that has had that Dr. Also do the same for the Dr your Dr is recommending get as much feedback as you can on both Dr's, you may change your mind and find one on your own. Also see what your Insurance Co requires, I had to have a certian accredidation hospital and Dr. This is your life and body and you have the right to choose your Dr. Post the Dr's name on here in another post and see if anyone has had him, it couldn't hurt! Good Luck in finding a great Dr.

Congratulations! Can't wait to see my results when I get my band in May. Good luck and much sucess to you.

Could someone tell me how to get the weight ticker to paste to my profile. I have tried but must be doing something wrong. Thanks for any help you can give me.

Good luck to all of you today keep us posted. Mine is May 4th can't wait.