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Ground hamburger is a go-to food for me! Burger, no bun. I will just cook it and add mushrooms, spinach etc. I make sure I get the leanest beef possible! It's the way I get most of my protein!

Anyone eat it?

Right after I did my last month's session, I was able to schedule surgery! I had my surgery not even a month after. I had to do some lab work, ekg, stuff like that and once that was all done I was good to go! I surprised it moved so quick and smooth. The office I work with is AMAZING though. Hopefully it moves like that for you too!

Hey all! Just got home from my 2nd fill. I am hoping this is going to give me some more restriction! I have lost 22lbs since surgery and 6lbs since my last fill a month ago. The hardest part is learning my body and trying to figure out when I need fills. The past week or two I could feel i could eat more and had actually gained a pound. I can't wait until I feel the green zone!! I would love to watch these lbs just fall off! lol. Thanks for listening! Ashley

Thanks for the insight! I was getting hungry more often. So hopefully this will help!

Hi All! I am 28 and been banded since January. I would love to pay it forward with all my knowledge and be a buddy/mentor. I am very easy to talk to and would love to hear all your stories and help anyway I can. I also live in the Chicagoland area. Email me if you ever need anyone to chat with! ashley.chapman29@gmail.com ~Ashley

How do u get so much Protein?!

I had an bcbsILhmo...Had to do a 6mo pre-op diet/consultations. After that I was approved immediately! Only had to pay $50 out of pocket Good luck!

Congrats! I hope all went well, this site was my absolute go-to after surgery! Utilize it. Can't wait to hear about your successes!!

I had no problems with my bcbshmo. The office was great and sent in everything as they were supposed to! I had to do the 6mo pre-op consultations. When I was done with that I scheduled surgery right then after! My surgery costed almost $22,000 and I only had to pay $50 out of pocket! I couldn't believe it. Now I pay a $30 copay everytime I need a fill Good luck!! I am also in IL and had my surgery @ St. James in Chicago Heights, IL.

I use the same! Vanilla for me

Hi Everyone!! I was banded January 29th. I had my first fill yesterday. I don't really know how much is in my band. This morning I had 2 scrambled eggs and about 1 and 1/2 turkey sausage patties? Now I am waiting to see how long until I am hungry again. Does that seem like an okay portion? I am doing really bad with portioning. Thanks!!

I have never had a problem with eggs, they are actually my go-to food!

Hey Everyone! So I am newly banded and have no Fluid yet in my band. The doc said this is the time to just get used to eating and getting to know my band. I am starting to feel like I need more restriction. I feel like I can eat more lately and get hungry a lil more often. Will a fill help me feel less hungry and less often?! Is this when I will really start seeing the weight come off?! THANKS!!

What is this burping I've got going on? After I eat i usually let out this feel good burp? Is it the food passing through the band? Am I eating too much?? Thanks!!!

Hey Everyone!! I am having a VERY hard time with waiting to drink after meals. This is one of the hardest habits I think to break! How have you all been able to do it? I am trying my best but sometimes I slip up and take a swig of Water. I know its completely defeating the purpose so I need to stop. I need ideas to help!!! THANK YOU!!!

I have scheduled by surgery for Jan 29th, 2012. Dr. Shayani and his team at St. James have been nothing but helpful and kind!! They made sure I made it to this point and was approved by my insurance. Dr. Shayani is so personable, by giving out his personal e-mail and cell phone number in case I have any questions at any time. His success rate is amazing and he even teaches this surgical procedure to other physicians in the area. I can't wait to have my surgery and start a whole new life!! I would recommend Dr. Shayani and his team to the fullest!!

WHAT ARE THE BEST CRACKERS TO EAT WITH THE BAND? I WANT TO MAKE EGG SALAD OR TUNA SALAD AND EAT WITH CRACKERS. LOOKING FOR THE BEST ONES, THANK YOU!!!

I was able to eat it the first week as long as it was paste like consistency.

Cream soups ARE my post op diet. Rule of thumb is I can have anything I can sip through a straw or pour from a pitcher. I am indulging in cream of tomato soup right now. Every doc is different so check with yours first!! I couldn't imagine just being on clear liquids for so long, I am thankful my doc doesn't require that.

I AM STILL ON MY POST OP DIET AND I AM CRAVING pizza. ITS MY BIGGEST WEAKNESS. I KNOW I CAN'T EAT IT ALL THE TIME BUT WILL I BE ABLE TO EAT IT SOMETIMES? IS THERE CERTAIN KINDS THAT HAVE BEEN EASIER FOR PEOPLE? IS THERE AN ALTERNATIVE THAT IS EASIER TO EAT OR HEALTHIER THAT WILL SATISFY MY CRAVING? THANKS EVERYONE!

Every doc is different. I had a one week high protein diet prior to surgery, while some had 2 wks of liquid. Immediately after I could have anything I could sip through a straw or pour from a pitcher, some people are on liquid for weeks after. Applesauce, protein shake, FF pudding, FF popsicles, cream of wheat, cottage cheese (Paste like consistency). When I see the doc for my post one week visit, I get to start incorporating solid foods again. This board is GREAT and I don't know what I would do without it, but first and foremost listen to your doc.

Looking great!! Good job! I was just banded last week and can't wait to start seeing results!!

That's awesome Jewels! Never had Bob & Jacks, but I have had Doreen's frozen style in a bar. lol. You are right, NOTHING LIKE THE SOUTH SIDE