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I had my 4th fill last Thursday and it was uneventful. However 4-5 days later, I am very restricted before noon. Never had this before. Wonder why it has taken several days for a restriction like this? Can't really get any liquid and no food down before noon. And I gurgle like crazy! Just wondering... Love this thread. You girls are wonderful!!

Yes, I did and still continue to have gas. I was banded April 11, 2007. It is much, much better now, but it was bad for at least 4.5 months. I tried everything, but nothing made it better. I have learned not to eat spicy foods. But sometimes that didn't even help. I really think that when I started exercising at the gym, it really made the difference. I still have shoulder pain about once every 2 weeks now, but sooooo much better than before. Sorry that you are in pain! I hope that it gets better very soon.

Went shopping with my son today, so everything was slightly off (normally eat more protein and fiber): 1/2 c. organic cereal 1 c. organic milk 1 slim-fast low carb shake Frullati smoothie w/ protein powder Walnuts (1/8 c.) 1 c. organic milk 1/4 c. chicken breast Total calories: 941 Total protein: 73 grams No "official" exercise, just walking the mall with an 11 year old.

TerriDoodle, I'll pledge to track every single bite this week! I have been slacking somewhat in the last 2 weeks and need to get back to tracking everything! Good idea!

I use New Whey Liquid Protein shots (42 grams of protein for 3.1 ounces). They taste similar to a melted popsicle, but much thicker. My dr. sells them, or The Vitamin Shoppe. They are a bit pricey, but you won't have any problem getting your protein in with these. Good luck!

Hi Violets, I was wondering if anyone knows if Airborne (the herbal tablet for colds, allergies, etc.) is ok to consume? It is similar to Alka-Seltzer (fizzy). I just swallowed a drink and then remembered that I do have the band and this might not be good for my band. My doctor doesn't allow carbonation at all. Just wondering... I really enjoy this thread, even though I rarely post. You all all doing great!:clap2:

Tracy, can you eat cereal? I don't have any problems as long as I have 1/2 cup of cereal in the morning. I use organic whole grains with 1 cup of milk and just take tiny bites and eat very slow. I also put whole grains with flaxseed in my yougart every day. Hope this helps!

I just had your delicious cottage cheese, blueberries and splenda for lunch. I decided to add some walnuts to it, guess what? It was wonderful! Thanks again for sharing!

Yesterday was my 3 month anniversary and I have lost 32 pounds post surgery also (12 pounds pre-op diet). I think that is a great weight loss and I'm very proud of it, aren't you!

Teachlady, I just tried your cottage cheese, blueberries & Splenda, it was wonderful! I think that I just found a new favorite meal! I believe that I will have it everyday for lunch, YUMMY! Thanks for sharing!

Teachlady, what brand of bike is this? It is way cool! I rarely comment but read each and every post. You guys are great and have helped me so much in my lap-band journey. Thank you all!

Have you tried eating cereal for your irregularity? I had the same problem until I got back on my pre-surgery routine of organic low-fat granola. I have 1/2 cup of granola and 1/4 1% milk each day and it works great.

Congratulations! I hope that you have a very good rest. Remember to walk, take deep breaths and take your gas-X (hopefully you won't need it). You did it!!!!!:clap2:

Thanks for sharing! I'm scheduled to get my first fill on June 7. I know that I need it, but it sure is nice not having to worry about food getting stuck, etc. right now!

I was banded April 11 and haven't had a fill yet (didn't need first fill 3 weeks after surgery). Question: Is the restriction similiar to restriction immediately after surgery? I'm just now able to tolerate almost anything, so going back to major restriction is worrying me.:help:

I don't think it's psycho to be grieving the loss of anything to do with food at this point! This will change your life (for the positive), but even then I believe we grieve the positive changes in our lives. Change is difficult, but so very worth it! I was banded April 11 and have lost 33 pounds as of last week. It's not always been easy, but every pound that comes off is so exciting! You CAN do this! I will be saying a prayer for you. Post when you feel like it.

Mdrai: We all know exactly how you feel, we all felt that way before surgery! I was banded April 11 and have not slimed, pb'd, and can eat any time of the day or night. The quantity is what is different. I have a very big restriction (this is without a fill), so I'm eating about 1/4 cup of solids per meal. I know that this will loosen up, but for now, it's great! It will not be a "piece of cake" (no pun intended!), but neither is loosing weight the old fashion way. Getting the weight off isn't easy, but so very worth it! Hang in there, you can do it!

I was banded April 11 and still have pretty intense gas pains, do you think it could be that? Mine hurts in my shoulder, then moves under my rib-cage and hurts when I sit or move around. Have you had gas pains in the past? Might try a heating pad on the area just to see if you get any relief. Sorry, don't know anything about gallbladders. Hang in there!

I roughly get 70 grams of protein a day. 1 New Whey Liquid Protein for breakfast (42 grams), 1 Low Carb SlimFast (20 grams) for snacks and then whatever protein I can fit in for meals. I still can't fit more than 1/8 - 1/4 cup of solids per meal in yet (was banded April 11), but I am getting plenty of protein. If you drink the New Whey bullet, it really is not difficult to get what you need daily.

I have a weird question, does anyone else have very bubbly saliva? And what in the world causes it? I feel like an alien has invaded my body with strange noises, and strange new things going on! I was banded April 11 and have lost about 27 pounds since March 5. I never post but read all of your comments every day and have found it very helpful. Congratulations to all and your weight loss journey.

I am actually pretty nervous about it. The nurse said not to count calories and just focus on the amount of food, but I am counting also and stay at about 600-700 calories a day (which just doesn't seem like much at all). Of course, I have to eat all day to get in the 600 calories, however it is healthy food. Junk has not passed my lips since pre-op (WAA WAA WAA WAA). I'm still afraid to try certain foods (pasta didn't do well and I even chewed 20 times for each eraser size bite.) My doctor said the 1st month was the harded and I hope that his timing is right.

I was banded April 11 and getting my first fill tomorrow. I am VERY restricted and can only eat 1/4 cup of solids at a time. I am wondering if the doctor will actually go though with it because I have lost about 20 pounds since surgery. I'll let you know how the procedure goes tomorrow. I love this forum!

For me, the gas pains were the worst part of the procedure. I had my surgery on 4/11 and yesterday was the first day that my left shoulder didn't hurt. Hang in there, I know that it hurts! It did make me feel a little better to know that this pain was pretty normal. Just walk, take Gas-X and use heating pad.

I'm still having major gas pains too! I never thought it would take 11 days for this crazy gas to go away! Congratultions on your weight loss!

Were your gas pains VERY painful? I was banded April 11, and the pains just haven't gotten much better since surgery. I never thought they would last this long or still be this painful! Did your pains ease up with time or just go away? Thanks, I'm going crazy!