dwiley56

Protein shots are great. On days like today when I have a lot to do and I have to work. Down a 4oz. protein shot and it holds me for couple of hours.

I felt the same way. You have to be patient. I still struggle with not being in the green zone but I feel I am getting close(6 fills/9cc in a 14cc band)

I use a variety protein supplements daily. When first get out of bed I mix 1 scoop of EAS 100% Whey protein Vanilla with some Crystal Light fruit punch or grape flavor and water. After I work out i down a Body Fortress Super Protein Shot. Mid day I will have an Atkins Advantage vanilla shake. and before I go to bed i make and drink a Nectar protein drink ( http://www.mybariatricpantry.com/SYNTRAX_NECTAR_PROTEIN_POWDER_SAMPLES_p/nectar-sample.htm ).

Try these http://www.mybariatricpantry.com/SYNTRAX_NECTAR_PROTEIN_POWDER_SAMPLES_p/nectar-sample.htm

I have 9cc in a 14cc band. I just had my 6th fill 3 days ago and I actually fill the same tightness i felt with the last fill. I can eat very little before noon.

I am the same way. I am up at 630 am and can't eat anything until after noon. not complaining though, lol

Take a vanilla shake(Atkins Advantage or EAS AdvantEDGE) and add a Crystal Light fruit punch stick or any other flavor you might like. http://www.kraftbrands.com/crystallight/Pages/default.aspx#/refreshing-flavors/fruitPunch

Have your gallbladder checked out. I was have the same issues and it was my gallbladder not working.

I LOVE SUBWAY SUBS BUT I CANNOT DO BREAD ANY MORE BC IT GETS STUCK.

Congrats! I had my 4th fill on 10/27(6.5cc) and i too am starting to feel restriction.

I had this problem also. I switched to Crystal Light drinks mixes. They are very very good. Check out some of their flavors http://www.kraftbrands.com/crystallight/Pages/default.aspx#/refreshing-flavors

I went to the Orientation in late April and had my surgery June 3rd. I am a self pay.

I got my 4th fill on 10/27 for a total of 6cc. I am feeling some restriction but i don't think i have reached the green zone yet.

A liquid diet. nothing but liquids. This is what was advise to me: *Water or flavored water(no more than 10 calories per serving) *Pulp free juices(apple, grape,cranberry-100%real juice). Juice should only be consumed if you feel weak or shaky, but only limit to half cup *Coffee and tea *Broth *Sugar free Jell-O and sugar free popsicles

I was banded June 3rd and just had my 4th fill(6 cc total) I am having a hard time eating at times.

I see your point. every pound should be accounted for, i choose the only weight for my doctor. I used to weight in everyday and if scale didn't show me a 'reduction in pounds' i was pissed or sad, sometimes both.

I don't look at scale any more, i don't even own one. I base my weight loss on inches lost and how I feel. I get excited if my clothes feel loose or if i can walk an extra lap at the track. I have found that scales bind us to unrealistic goals, the type of goals that often disappoint and discourage us if we fail to meet them.

I know. i was trying to get feedback from other people.

After i found out my insurance wouldn't cover the surgery, I made a withdrawal from my 401K.

I got my 4th fill yesterday and I am hungry as .... I found out something interesting, my doctor usually tells me to do clear liquids for 3 days after a fill but his nurse gave me a printout that had a new format: liquids for next 2 meals, puree for next 2 meals and then soft foods for next 2 meals. Has anybody ever heard of this?

I got my 4th fill yesterday and I am hungry as .... I found out something interesting, my doctor usually tells me to do clear liquids for 3 days after a fill but his nurse gave me a printout that had a new format: liquids for next 2 meals, puree for next 2 meals and then soft foods for next 2 meals. Has anybody ever heard of this?

my grandfather once told me 'You used to be so thin. Now look at you! Who knew skin could stretch so far'

I had my surgery in June of this year and have a 14cc band.

I keep several Crystal Light 'Go' packet around me all the time. Whenever i get a 'soda craving' i grab bottle of water and a 'Go Pack' and mix em up. This usually sends the Crave Monster away. Check out the different flavors; http://www.kraftbrands.com/crystallight/Pages/default.aspx#/refreshing-flavors

i live in the birmingham area.