waiting&waiting

Hello everyone, It's been months since I posted but this whole weight loss journey is a bit confusing when it comes to losing inches and never seeing the scale move since my last fill four months ago. Last fill 7.1 roughly four months ago, I believe, I'm in the green zone as I rarely hungry and can literally go 10 hours in between meals and have before many days of the week. So question is... I have lost many inches all over, just this week alone, I was measured for a bra and found I lost 10 inches alone around my back and bust area. My stomach area, 6 inches, my hips 4 inches, legs 2 inches.... Sooooo why in the world am I not seeing any numbers move on the scale at all. I mean if your losing fat by inches, why don't you see number wise. I was fifteen pounds smaller four years ago when I could wear a size 10, put those away for some years, and now still fifteen pounds heavier, I can wear them again. Uggggh I'm just frustrated. I will admit to everyone, I don't eat much, Protein drink bfast and lunch most days, very small dinner, and I do occasionally get stuck. I fill up very easily. Maybe need adjusted as I may be close and in between green zone to just hitting red zone. I love how I feel though, never hungry, I've waited for that feeling five months ago now nine months since surgery. Thanks for any advice.

Seven weeks ago, I had my 5th fill and I am assuming, I am at my green zone. I can literally go 12 hours without thinking or wanting food. Over spring break last week, I never felt so happy to be on vacation and never had to think about when was my next meal, snack, etc.

I guess after five fills now and six months after surgery, I have finally found my green zone. I can go 10 to 12 hours without feeling hungry. I seriously have to make myself eat. What amazes me, I don't crave anything at all. No bread, Pasta, or sweets. I don't eat in the car no longer as before. I no longer go shopping and feel the need to eat out. I just no longer feel food is important period. What a blessing to finally feel what others here have felt for so long. Glad to finally be apart of this wonderful feeling.

Hello, I am getting as much information as I can about deducting the lapband surgery So far, I understand that you can deduct all medical expenses that are in excess of 7.5% of your gross income. What about other expenses related to the surgery at the time, like the hernia repair that costs over 6800.00 however insurance paid that, i didnt, but is it still a deduction. I also had a stress test that cost over 6000.00 out of pocket cost 4800.00. So is any of this medical related expense deductible or just the Band surgery? Also, is it really worth it and is there often a refund in the end? I only worked PT this year, so my income wasnt anything major. thanks a bunch...any answers are appreciative

Today, I went at 12:30 with a friend for some Chinese food, had some Soup, got full, left feeling so wonderful knowing I'm in control. It's 8:00 tonight, still very full, so Protein shake and off to bed soon.

Glad to hear so many others are feeling the same. I had my second fill on nov 26th and left with 7.5 cc in my band. I truly knew I was tight and could only drink liquids for the first week. However, it's been 16 days now and Im still only drinking Protein shakes, liquid Soups, etc. i know everyone would say your too tight get an unfill, but truthfully, I am happy eating this way. I love not being hungry, or saying oh I need this or that to satisfy my hunger. I'm happier now than ever with this no mental hunger game. I wasn't losing any weight after my surgery (sept 24), and felt is discouraged. After my OVERFILL, I have lost 8 lbs in 15 days and am now down a total of 25. I love the fact, that now if I want a piece of pie, it only takes 2 tbsp to make me feel full and turn my cheek to the rest. My hubby says gosh you get full on four almonds as if you ate entire steak dinner and I really do. I would give anything if I have met my sweet spot on my second fill. I hope...I hope.

What I love the most: 2 years free fills Anything goes wrong in two years, surgery 100% paid Full gym membership for $20 a month with the Doctor three times a week plus Zumba classes Each fill you see a nurse, a nutritionist, plus the doctor They offer different monthly classes, like scrap booking before and after results. We get emails directly from the doctor with great healthy recipes twice a week. These are just a few things that makes Dr. Curry and his staff wonderful and very caring.

Surgery & First fill up to 4.5.....second fill now at 7.5. I'm two months pre op.

Oh okay, that's good to know....

I et Brussels sprouts, broccoli, Spanish, etc. I was raised living veggies, and try to stay low carb as much as 40 a day. It's been hard at 7.5 cc on my second fill this week to hold food down. I knew I would be tight, but I'm doing great otherwise.

Actually, I have always walked 5 to 6 miles daily and went to aerobics daily. This is why I couldn't understand never losing, even one pound a week. Sure I lost inches, but I would love to see the scale move. I started this journey only needing to lose 40-50 lbs. I have lost 19 lbs so far since sept 24th. Yes, I'm happy about that, but most was the week pre op diet. It's frustrating to say the least, when the number Rosen change for me.

Why do you think I'm not happy? Never said my life was miserable, as a matter of fact, I have a blessed life. However, spending 13,000 dollars of my own money without any insurance company stepping in. I may find it a bit harder to swallow as to why I can't even lose a pound a week, so yeah, it can be overwhelming at times.

I will keep track for sure. Awww sorry to hear your having pain. I felt I tore something two weeks ago in my side, they didn't seem to think it was an issue, even though I have pain near where the band is located.

Yeah exactly, but it's odd, I watched the doctor fill the needle on my first fill and he actually had to remove .5 as I could not swallow the thick juice they give you. Thanks for your reply... I love my band and still hope for some results soon.

I'm eating 1100 to 1200 a day. Protein is between 80 / 100 a day. Carbs under 40. Here are some examples of food weekly... Tuna Sardines Boiled chicken 3oz to 4oz Egg salad Lamb kabobs Chicken mostly grilled, broiled Laura leans beef Turkey meatballs Breakfast and in between dinner, I drank a Protein shake. 30 gr protein, 3 g. Carbs, 1 gram sugar. Twice a day. Idk what I'm doing wrong...