Michele1975

Triscuits are not whole grain. They may have some processed whole grains in them, but whole grains are things like: Bulgur (cracked wheat) Whole wheat flour Whole oats/oatmeal Whole grain corn/corn meal Popcorn Brown rice Whole rye Whole grain barley Wild rice Buckwheat buckwheat flour Triticale Millet Quinoa Sorghum Finding whole grain foods can be a challenge. Some foods only contain a small amount of whole grain but will say it contains whole grain on the front of the package. The closer you are to the grains natural state, the better.

Awesome! How long did the process take before you were approved? I have my first consult next week and have UHC myself, so I'm curious!

Wondering if, as you've lost weight and adopted new behaviors related to eating/exercising, if you've also changed other behaviors? If yes, what did you change?

I have mine on April 17th and am very excited as well!!! I meet with the dr and then the nutritionist. Not sure what to expect......

I Attended a seminar a few weeks ago and have a consult with the surgeon scheduled for the 17th. After meeting with him, I'll meet with the dietician. What should I expect during the consult? Will it consist of testing?

Wondering if, as you've lost weight and adopted new behaviors related to eating/exercising, if you've also changed other behaviors? If yes, what did you change?

That's great! Congratulations!!!

That's great! I can imagine that with improved self esteem, you are excited to be noticed and don't want to just blend in anymore.... How exciting!

My hubby has his first consult in a couple of weeks. Insurance has already been verified. Thoughts on how long it might be till the Big Day?!

That makes perfect sense---thank you!

Any hints or tips to share?

I haven't noticed anyone talking about bananas. Any issues with them? I was thinking that a ripe (soft) banana and peanut butter might be a satisfying lunch. Thoughts?

If you don't mind me asking, how much weight have you lost?

Wow!! You are my inspiration!

Congratulations!!! How wonderful! I love the pic......definitely going to do that with my hubby when we both get to goal.

Preband, I would assume most would confess a love affair with food. Now that you've been banded, have you fallen out of love with food? Or have you fallen in love with different food? Just curious to hear how you feel about it now!

You look amazing and are such an inspiration!!!

Haven't been banded yet, but I so relate to your lists! Here are a few of mine.... 1. Sit on any chair, anywhere and not have the slightest hesitation or anxiety. 2. Have family pics taken....too terrified that I'll look like a whale, now. 3. Take my daughter to Disney and each and every ride 4. Wear shorts and wedges...a look I love 5. Go out with the girls and not feel like I stick out as the "fat one" 6. Make my husband drool (he loves me, but I want him to DROOL over me) 7. Have a 2nd child and a nice round belly I can show off, along with cute maternity clothes. ......And so much more!

Not having been banded yet, I was thinking yesterday about how much I look forward to actually using the robes at luxury hotels. One-size-does-not-fit-me, but it will one day!!! AND the towels too!!!!

Okay banders! I'm curious to know what you are eating. 1. How long have you been banded? 2. What did you eat today?

For those who have been banded, how much time off work did you take to recover?

What physical limitations were placed on you after surgery? I'm particularly interested in lifting restrictions, as I have a 2yr old at home and can't imagine it ring able to pick her up for weeks.