mylynn1377

It's a wonderful thing to finally do something for yourself isn't it? Especially when the motivation behind it is that it also benefits others. That's why I am in the process of getting banded. I want to loose weight for me with the added benefit of being healthy for my kids. I know the first time I can actually play with them at the park will be amazing..I can't wait!

I'm not banded yet that's why. He even said that I've been doing so well with my diet do I think I still really need the band, and after dinner Friday night I looked at him and said "now do you understand why I need the band?" I am doing well on my own most days but if I don't stay strict and pay attention I will eat the house down, I've done it before. Don't get me started on why we don't even buy brownie mix anymore...they are my crack really. I can eat half a pan no problem...which is a good chunk of the reason that I weigh over 300 lbs!

My fiance is being super supportive and honestly loves good wholesome food, whole grains, and fresh fruits and veggies so I am super excited. The problem we run into is on our splurge day when we go out to eat I just can't go completely nuts but his metabolism is the kind where he has to eat a lot of calories to stay the same weight. I mean his pants size are 1 inch bigger than they were in high school, he kills me with that metabolism! So he suggests things when we go out and I end up eating 6 oz of smoked beef, a large bkd potato with butter, and a huge piece of buttery garlic bread...and then I feel guilty when I add that up and he's in the kitchen looking for pudding!

That depends on a lot of things. What calorie range are you aiming for, are you wanting a fairly decent balance or do you want high protein/low carb or low carb/low fat. Do you exercise heavily or are you fairly sedentary? If you run or do pretty intense exercise you need a bit more calories/carbs on those days but still adequate Protein for muscle recovery. There really aren't a lot of one size fits all meal plans, all any of use can do is give you a basic idea and you have to tweak it for individual taste and nutritional needs.

I look forward to my van not shrieking in protest when I climb in the drivers seat. Maybe getting to ride rides at carnivals and amusement parks with my children. Umm fitting in my future in laws car because none of the seat belts actually fit me.

150 is my ultimate goal and I would like for once to go to a freakin class reunion. I haven't been to any because I was so ashamed of being heavy. I also want to order a sexy corset and matching underthings to wear. They do not make corsets in my size, I have already checked!

I am weird so feel free to add me, and I am not sure how to add people yet so again I say anyone feel free to add me!

Errr I can't delete my own post!

I'm not banded yet but I have been doing my own low calorie/low fat/ low carb thing. I am not super duper strict but I am very picky about what carb it is that I'm going to have. I don't do a lot of fruit because not only does it spike my cravings but I get really hungry after eating it. I stick with unsweet all natural applesauce, grapes, and strawberries. I eat a lot of veggies like green beans, bell peppers, onions, cucumbers, salad. Mostly I do the low carb protein shake, and tuna, chicken, or lean ground turkey. I portion everything out and figure up my meals in the morning so I have a guide to look at and see where I am. I don't do well on extremely low carb because I am hypoglycemic and it messes with me. I try hard to keep the carbs around 50 or 60 per day and I loose weight just fine realistically as long as my carbs are under 90 per day. I max out one meal per week on carbs and that makes me feel less restricted if I have the one cheat meal.

I unfortunately have the gross boobs and I can blame that squarely on my children. So I am already planning ahead to after surgery and loosing weight I will be getting a tummy tuck and they will fix the boobs. My fiancee is super ok with that expense because he remembers what I looked like in high school with the waist length blond hair and the impressive rack. Which is good because he's going to be paying for them!

Yay Jim!!!!! Super happy dance for you!!!

Have you tried the chicken broth one? I'm trying to find someone that's tried that because I though it would a good boost to Soup and stuff and give me some added protein when I'm doing full liquids and Clear Liquids.

With Gastric Bypass and the Sleeve you can actually re-stretch your stomach and gain back weight if you're not careful. I have two friends that got each procedure, lost all kinds of weight in the first year and gained back at least half if not all of it by the 3 yr mark. I would say though that the sleeve seems like the way to go if your gonna revise because at least they aren't playing with your intestines, although cutting off a chunk of my stomach doesn't sound like much fun either. I would say that as far as less invasive surgery and recovery time you would be better off having them fix the band, but in the end it is a very personal choice and I wish you luck!

Sleeping sounds like a plan...I would have to stuff my toddlers somewhere though, they probably wouldn't like it lol.

Yeah I'm not there yet and I'm not looking forward to it. My doctors are pretty strict and already gave me the handouts about the pre-op diet. I will be on full liquids only-up to 6 protein shakes per day, and sf yogurt if I need to feel like I am eating something. They said the only sub I could make is sf jello because I hate yogurt bleck!

Congrats on the weight loss and the new found love of biking. I am looking forward to rediscovering my love of being outside, it's going slowly though!

I get the Pure Protein ready made shakes. 35g of protein, 170 Calories, 4 carbs. To me they taste like chocolate milk made with soy or rice milk. They are a bit high but I buy mine from Amazon in a subscribe and save to save money. These particular shakes are casein instead of whey, which I don't know if it makes a differences or not but I like them. Here is the link if you would like to research them. There are a bunch of others such as Premier Protein from costco and unjury that you can get online. I haven't tried those but a lot of the people on here have so hopefully you will like some of them. I'm not banded yet but I wanted to get a jump start on all of this and get used to Protein Shakes before my 2 week pre op diet. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_2_12/191-2543229-4466134?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=pure+protein+shake&sprefix=pure+protein%2Caps%2C262

Checking in for the 15th and I am at 321.8...3 lbs down from last week and the NSV of my belly not touching the steering wheel of my mini van!

I just had to try the Wal-Mart/Great Value liquid Water Enhancer, it's like Mio only waaaay cheaper. But it depends on what you like. I like sweet drinks and was seriously missing my sweet tea fix when I found the southern sweet tea flavor of GV. It is sooooo awesome that I am actually getting in all my fluids for a change. I also make pitchers of unsweet decaf or herbal tea and take it with me in a to go cup with a lid, which helps to give me something else to drink and I just sweeten with Splenda. I don't mind the crystal light or the walmart version of them, but I have a bit of a liver issue and I hate to think that I'm drinking aspartame all the time. The walmart water enhancer uses splenda.

I can't find it anymore either for some reason. I wanted to update my weight and it won't let me!

My Mom takes Slendesta, which works for her but not for everybody. She suggested I take it since its all natural made from an isolated potato protein. I tried it when I first started trying to get my calories down from 2500 per day to about 1200 and it helped take the edge off until I got used to eating better and small protein packed meals. I take it every once in a while if I have a super hungry day, but I'm not banded yet either so that can make the difference. My surgery center has no opposition to trying something like that since it's all natural, but they don't want you dependent on something either. The doctor told me to use it only when I'm having a very hard time with hunger or wanting to snack on things. My biggest issues are chocolate, and cheese so it seems to help when I crave those things.

I know my clinic that I'm going through doesn't care either about the hormone level as long as it isn't something that can clot or cause a bleeding issue. I would say try to remember your meds this weekend and keep your fingers crossed! Hopefully if it's their policy to not worry about it, then they won't worry about it as long as they know you are trying to get things under control.

Name, real or screen~ Summer Lynn (mylynn1377) Goal weight for June 29th~ 320 Weight on June 1st~327.8 Age~35 Dietary goal for June~Water...I have really hard time getting 64oz of any kind of Fluid per day. Exercise goal for June~ Start some kind of exercise program, even just walking around the house. Personal goal for June- I would really like to get above 64 oz to around 80 oz I believe that I need more fluid to help my weight loss. Date banded~ No yet but hoping soon! Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~ I've lost almost 10 lbs since May 10 What is your favorite summer activity~ Swimming...oh I always say if I owned my own pool that exercise would never be an issue for me! Weight today-----324.8

Do we have to be banded to join? I'm waiting on my insurance to clear and then I will be scheduling my surgery, hopefully soon! In the meantime I am trying hard to eat better and slowly starting to work exercise back in. I would love to join you guys in this challenge if its ok?

I haven't been banded yet and I take a multi and B vitamins everyday. Just makes me feel better!