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Unfortunately none that I'm aware of. Some will let you order off the children's menu or a half portion but that's about it. I just order the smallest portion available and take a lot home for future meals.

I don't have recipes but I absolutely love the Unjury Chocolate Splendor. It tastes like a chocolate milkshake more than a protein shake.

I've had problems with it for years before I had band surgery. It did shrink a lot as I lost weight (fat) but now I have a TON of excess skin draping off me. It's so bad that when I had my gallbladder out 3 weeks (my band surgeon did that surgery too) my doc asked as I'm getting wheeled into the operating room "In a couple weeks we're getting rid of this skin!!" Sure enough, when I went in yesterday for follow up appointment, he put me on the books for May 1.

Oh yes, it's a HUGE problem. In fact, I'm finally having mine removed May 1st. I have found a high waisted control pantie (like Spanx) helps a lot. It keeps all the jiggling to a minimum. Catherines also makes their own line of control wear and they're just as effective as Spanx.

I totally agree!

I think that's because some people are more in tune with their band than others. For those that listen to their band and how it feels, they don't want the uncomfortable feeling that comes with over eating. For those that don't listen to their bodies and band, they usually are too driven to eat to even care about the sensation it's creating. Plus, it's also very easy for people driven to quantity eat to learn how to eat around their band. It's unfortunate but it happens.

You've done your homework so trust your instincts and do what it is best for you. It's unfortunate your family isn't more supportive but that doesn't matter. YOU are what matters and you have to do what is best for your long term health. Best wishes to you and enjoy your cruise!!

I've personally not experienced that but I know of others who have. It all depends on your anatomy and some people are just lucky because their band alone is enough. Btw, you're doing great on your weight loss!

Congratulations on your weight loss! I've had a fabulous year. In fact, this has very likely been the happiest year I've had in at least a decade. I've lost 200 pounds since being banded in January 2012 and it's drastically changed my life for the better. Best wishes Daron

Unfortunately every surgeon is different so you'll have to ask yours. It can vary from a matter of days to weeks. I was on liquids for 4 weeks.

First, I say do whatever works for you. Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, Atkins, etc. There is no right or wrong it's a matter of finding the best fit for your metabolism. The reason Jenny Craig works is because it's low calorie. Contrary to the current low carb fad- carbs are not bad. They are calories. Just like you have to make wise Protein choices you just have to make wise carb choices, too. I've lost 200 pounds in 15 months and I don't restrict carbs, I just try to eat healthy carbs. Sugar, in moderation (if you're not diabetic), is fine too. It's all about calories and all those programs focus on limiting them. Weight loss comes down to basic math- if you burn more calories than you consume you lose. That's what these programs do. Best wishes.

Pre op you can take any multivitamin. Post op, yes they have to be chewable. There are a lot of varieties, I know Bariatric Advantage makes chewables just for bariatric patients. I personally just buy Centrum Chewables on the local pharmacy. The key is to label read- the more 100% you see down the daily allowance side, the better.

Quitting absolutely sucks. I quit smoking 2 years ago and I think the biggest reason I never started again is I don't want to go through the hell of quitting again. It's brutal. For me, even one hour at a time was too optimistic in the beginning. Honest to God, I had to focus on one minute at a time just so I didn't go ballistic on a random stranger. One minute I was mad as hell, the next I was crying like my best friend had been taken away, then the next I'd start rationalizing all the reasons I "deserved" a smoke. Thankfully...in the end... all the reasons I HAD to quit smoking won the internal battle. I also used e-cigs to quit. It really helped because I still got that hand-to-mouth satisfaction and the taste. It really helped take the edge off a lot. Hang in there, you can do this!!!

Unfortunately it's tough. I think the best you can do drink as many Protein drinks as you're allowed. Protein is going to be your best defense against hunger. When it gets hard, just try to remind yourself this is a temporary hurdle towards a new healthy life. You can do it

Hello and welcome! Having any type of weight loss surgery is very big and personal decision. You're wise to ask questions. Being as you have a desk job, a full week off should be fine. I know I had my surgery on a Friday and I was back to my normal routine by Wednesday. The recovery really isn't bad (in my opinion). I didn't even need pain meds after the second day. As far as nausea, they will keep well mediated against it in the hospital. If you do have any after, your doctor can give you meds for it. Vomiting with the band is dangerous so they do all they can to assure that doesn't happen. (I personally had zero nausea). Best wishes!

No offense, but we can't help. You either have to pay for the express delivery or call your doctor's office to see if they have other options.

I wouldn't worry about it. You will only be on them for a limited time. Just make sure you have a good multivitamin too.

I'm sure they offer some sort of express delivery. It will inevitably cost more but that's what happens when you wait until the last minute. Best wishes

No, don't wait. If you can't keep down Water you're too tight and risking both dehydration and complications. Go back today for a slight unfill.

I couldn't agree with you more, elcee.

You look wonderful!!

Have you been checked out by your primary care doctor? There could be a medical reason you're not losing. I would look into it if I were you.

I haven't had a carbonated drink since being banded and I never will again. When I was in the hospital getting my band, my roommate in the hospital was in there getting a band revision. Her band not only slipped but her stomach prolapsed up through her band- from drinking soda. She also regained 40 pounds. If my doctor telling me no carbonation wasn't enough then hearing her story was definitely enough to assure I never touch a carbonated drink again. In my opinion, it's just not worth the risk.

I know this is so much easier said than done, but try not to get ahead of yourself. It's actually very common for woman to need further testing after mammograms. As we get older, we get fatty deposits in the breasts and benign cysts. My mom has had to have additional testing after every mammogram for the last decade because of fatty deposits. It's a lot more common than you think. I will definitely keep you in my prayers.

Being as your doctor said you "shouldn't" then you already have your answer.