bashy611

I don't think anyone is encouraging him to cheat. He asked a question and people are answering him. Truthfully, I started eating solids in my mushy stage. Hi, my name is Raquel and I'm not perfect! I love how so many people on this website are perfect though, lol.

Very impressive!! I was banded on July 13th and I'm down 34 lbs .... 5 more lbs and I'll be in onederland!!!! I've also had 2 fills .. I should have had 3 but I missed my appointment and have to wait another month for the next appt.

Thanks for the info! How much does TLC charge? True Results doesn't do the Fluro .. but also I don't have to pay at True Results (which is most likely why they don't mind making you wait a month! They aren't getting paid either way!!)

Too funny!! I will be a stalker! I'll let you know guys know if I can get in before Nov. 22nd! I think it'll be a good lesson for me and others going to True Results!

She mentioned I can call each day to see if someone cancels; so I will be doing that. I can't believe that I totally forgot about my appointment I look forward to getting my fills and getting closer to the fabled 'green zone'. Well lessons learned.

Just venting here ... but I'm a little upset at myself and True Results. I completely forgot I had my adjustment scheduled for Oct. 19th; so I missed my appt. I called True Results this morning and told them I missed my appt and want to make another one. Well their next available is NOVEMBER 22! I have to wait a complete month before I get my next Fill. I was last filled in Sept. So I just delayed my progress. On another note .. these Fills take about 10 mintues to do.. TOPS .. and I find it hard to imagine that they are completely booked for the next month solid. Well Lesson Learned .. Never miss an appt at True Results or you will be Screwed!!!!!

looking good! Btw I love reading your comments!

i agree.. It willl be worth it!

I was banded there in July. Dr. Hollis suggest we go once a month for first year, after we are banded. That's when they do your fill and over all check up. Before I was banded I went 4 times, first consult, 2nd blood work and their tests, 3rd met the surgeon (dr. Hollis), and 4th surgery. I hope this helps!

I was also banded by Dr. Hollis and I used almond milk for my protein shakes during my pre op. The only time I used water with the protein shakes was the first few days after my surgery. Call three office and double check, that water mixture is nasty! Good luck

I was banded on july 13 and have lost 28 lbs, including pre-op, so far we are on the same track! I totally get what your saying, but almost 3olbs in 3 months is still awesome!

ive wondered the same thing

I love it too ! With your phone you can even take apicture of the foods bar code to log that you eat . I did it taday with my protein bar. I'm bashy611

I had 4.2 put in in the day of my surgery and I was perfect ! I.had 1cc more put on 2 weeks ago. A month and a half out.since my surgery and I'm down 24lbs!

I was also banded on July 13th ... man that was a lucky day for a lot of us! LOL ... I had my first fill today. They left 4.2 CCs in during my surgery and today they added 1 .. so I'm at 5.2 CCs. Can't wait to see how well I do with a little restriction! I'm lost 12lbs since my surgery plus the 8 lost during pre-op diet .. so 20 lbs gone forever!

Mine has too! Tomorrow is my one month with my band! I go in next week for my first fill! So excited!

Hi Kelly! I was banded on July 13th. I'm down about 20lbs too (including my pre-op diet.) I completely agree that its taken more will power than I anticpated but I try to remind myself that this time, this weight loss journey is for good! I think about going through the surgery and of course the $10K I am paying on !! I'm looking forward to getting my fills going and see if that helps curve my hunger. Have you had any fills yet?

I've only been banded for about 3 weeks and after my little workout yesterday I took a drink of Cherry Limeade from Sonic .. 'not' thinking it was Carbonated .... That was my 1st carbonated drink since my surgery and I sure was surpised by the effect!!! I totally caught me off guard. It felt like I had those pop-rocks candies in my tummy and I was burping the rest of the afternoon .. and from only 1 drink!! Well... lesson learned!

Ive done Zumba a few times .. I'm a horrible dancer so i always feel a little awkward but the important thing is to keep your body moving, right?! Just go at your pace and you;ll be fine. We do it at the YMCA and they are always ladies who are in their 60s moving to their own beat and having fun!

I loved reading your story! Truly an inspriation ... I'm sure I'll be thinking about it next time I am tempted!

My doctor just recommends Centurm Chewables!

I'm about 4 weeks post op and have the same questions as you! I've lost 8 lbs so far but since we are eating some much less and so much healthier; I wonder why it is not more. I am interested to see what the veterns reply! I just started exercising this week. My first fill is Aug 15. Wishing you much success!

I'm sorry to read that you are unhappy with the band. I've only had my band for about 3 weeks so I'm in no position to judge you or the band. I'm curious .. have you lost any weight since you got the band?

Now I don't feel so bad about me sneaking real food during my 3rd week ..LOL !!

Hello All!! Just wanted to let my fellow banders know that I am also stuck at a plateu .. .been almost a week now but I'm keeping my head up! I keep reading that the weight starts to fall off after the first fill so I'm not stressing it.