PattyGirl66

Tons of healthy low fat recipes on this site... there are a few quiche recipes as well. Here is one I found: http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/03/easy-crust-less-spinach-and-feta-pie.html

Exercise is extremely important, especially in women because we are more prone to osteoporosis as we age. You need to exercise to keep your bones strong. Exercise can actually make you feel good overall, not to mention keep you "looking' younger. There are so many benefits to exercising, you don't have to make a chore out of it, or kill yourself to do it. Just move, walk, lift weights, swim, etc... Whatever you choose to do make it fun, but keep those joints moving. BTW, I have a total hip replaced and its is extremely important that I keep not only my old joints but my new joint moving/rotating daily to build up bone mass and bone strength!

Sargento to me is by far the best 'reduced' cheeses (hands down). They make them already shredded in the bags, sticks, already sliced. I always find them to be priced just right. Great quality, great taste! Now, I am hungry for some, LOLOL

Stunning! Congratulations on your success!!!

Going to bariatric surgeon this thursday, will post then if there is a loss or not...........

Looks yummcious to me!!

Yaaaaaa!! very exciting....

Thank you so much for sharing! I love stories like this! Congratulations!! BTW...you look amazing!!!

I know its all in my head, but I really miss a big sandwich from my fav Italin deli. Long hard italian roll, fresh Mozz, turkey, roasted peppers with balsamic, and a side of banana peppers. Its not that I can't have this on whole wheat bread, just my head/thoughts about shoving this big doughy bread in it. I haven't had a taste of regular/white/italian bread in over 7 months. Besides, I am afraid of getting stuck as I don't know what its like to and want to keep it that way, LOL

Yaaaa! Best feeling in the world to break a plateau! we all it toooo well around here

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Great advice from CG, i do the very same thing if i open anything from a can I rinse it to try and remove any excess salt, such as black olives which are one of my favs to eat. I am just careful not to eat to many high sodium foods in a day, I do not eat Soup at all and if I do its once in a blue. I have 'controlled' high blood pressure so I have to be extra careful, and besides around the time of the month I retain Water, blah!!! so I really watch my sodium intake around this time especially....

You look absolutely fantastic!! Great job! Congratulations!!!

OMG, I just noticed you are having surgery on Valentines Day, How cool is that!!! That is the best V-Day present ever to oneself!!!!

I know exactly what you are talking about gf!! LOL As for the boobs, I haven't noticed much of a change (yet), in sizes I have dropped 2 in the band, but still the same in cup sizes. I am working my tail off exercising to keep as much 'firmness' as possible. I don't know if this will happen, but I won't give up the good fight!! As for that "bumpy' thingy on the back, I hope mine is fat and not poor posture cause I know if its fat it will go away. Now, that you mentioned it I am going to take a picture of that part of my body and compare it as I keep losing weight. I have so far dissected my body into photos so I can do before and after pictures. My husband was like, wtf are you doing with pictures of your body on the computer? I was like seriously, do you think I am advertising myself, hahahahaaaaa.. He just thought that was weird, but he understands now I am doing it to see how much my body is changing, and if the exercising is helping firm some of it back, ya know??

I did the same as Maddy, I found this site just about a month after a seminar about lapband weight loss surgery. I came on faithfully every day and really read a lot before I started to post. It was a straight 7 months before I was banded. I still come on often, as this is like second home to me. We all are great supporters for eachother! We keep eachother in check and we always can count on one another for moral support/motivation Welcome!!!

This could have happened to anyone, but the comments/feedback this woman has to endure is beyond vicious and just down right cruel! I am outraged and it’s just another reminder of how insensitive people are towards the overweight! Full Story: http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/350-pound-woman-falls-upper-east-side-sidewalk-article-1.1238869 350 pound woman falls through upper East Side sidewalk Rescue crews were forced to use a crane-like mechanism to pull the woman to safety, authorities said. An overweight woman was plucked from beneath an upper East Side sidewalk after the concrete cracked and she plunged into a six-foot hole, authorities said. The 31-year-old was standing near the wall of an Atomic Wings at the corner of E. 60th St. and Second Ave. when the sidewalk collapsed about 9:15 p.m. Friday, authorities said. Rescue crews were forced to use a crane-like mechanism to pull the woman — who sources said was about 350 pounds — to safety, authorities said. The woman, who is from Rochdale, Queens, was taken to New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center and treated for minor injuries. Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/350-pound-woman-falls-upper-east-side-sidewalk-article-1.1238869#ixzz2HsmGPyzA

That is sooo rewarding!! Great Job you are doing

Jennygirl, It is very normal to feel nervous, if you weren't I would worry.. You will be surprised how quickly the surgery is done, I mean super fast! My surgery was not even an hour! If you have never had anesthesia before, discuss this with the anthesiologist, they can presecribe you something to calm your nerves and talk to you. You will be so glad you did this, I know I am BTW, I had a total hip replaced many years ago and was put under for over 4 hours, this was a piece of cake!!

I DO use smaller untensils when I am home only. The reason is because when I am home I am easily distracted and doing many things. This means I am not focused and can easily without intention place a bigger size portion of food in my mouth! Now, when I am out eating I noticed I am more cautious and aware of my surroundings when it comes to food. I take my time more, I enjoy my company, I place my utensils down more often, I never talk with any food in my mouth, this is why I don't need smaller utensils when out dining. However, whatever makes you feel comfortable and accountable, by all means break out the little utensils.......

Hi Sassy! Breakfast: Soft scrambled eggs/egg whites (I make omlets all the time and add low fat cheeses and spinach to it). oatmeal with fresh fruit, Wheat toast with Peanut Butter, tiny wheat bagel toasted with lite cream cheese. Cottage cheese with fresh blueberries/raspberries. (get creative) Breakfast is my best meal of the day! I get very creative with my breakfast foods. With saying that, I keep to my portions (always measure), and I take small bites, and chew like a mother....... LOL. Lunch: Baby spinach leaves, grape tomatoes, 3 ounce grilled chicken breast with light balsamic vinegerette dressing, Tuna fish (canned) in water/drained add a wedge of laughing cow lite cheese, put in a toasted half of pita bread or sometimes I like to eat them with whole wheat rye triscuits, you can also eat that with carrot sticks. Dinner: 3-4 ounces of lean meats/could be chicken, turkey, ground turkey, chicken leg/thigh (no skin) 1/4 cup of veggie and 1/4 cup of a starch. Measuring is super important for success. I measure everything that goes into my mouth. Practice the habit now. Again, remember to keep your meals to no more than a cup (that 8 ounces), Measure, take very small bites, pause inbetween bites, chew chew chew..... You are going to be great at this Here is a great site I make many of my foods from that you will enjoy if you like cooking : http://www.skinnytaste.com/

((hugs))

Me too!! I got an appt next week! keep up the great work

I was banded around the same time as you. I get port discomfort very little, it comes and goes. Its not painful or anything. I noticed when I am wet from the shower and I am leaning on that side to wash, I get a little discomfort. I told my surgeon about it, he checked the area and all was great! Its pretty normal, unless of course you are experienceing excruciating pain, then that would need addressing. It seems to be common. On your next visit to your surgeon, bring the subject up for peace of mind

Doesnt' it? so glad we have another 'tool' just incase.... I am always on standby, LOLOLOL Great news Hanna