DebbieC1970
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question on fills
DebbieC1970 replied to DebbieC1970's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have an appointment on the 25th. Guess I thought that once I felt like I was "green" I would stay there. It's all good, a journey... Thanks for the info! -
How many cups of food ? Confused :(
DebbieC1970 replied to Birdie1973's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
What u can eat and what u should eat r two different things. I was told one cup every 3-4 hours, 108 grams of protein (based on my weight and how hard and often I workout). Some days I am more hungry than others, but if u find u r always hungry (real hunger not head hunger) see your dr. The band is not magic, u need to eat right and exercise. Mind over matter, till u get to restriction. Best of luck! -
It seems like your dr. added a lot of fluid at once. Any more than one cc to me is too much. At least that is what my Dr has said. I had 2cc put in during surgery and one added, I'm at restriction. Some only need one or two fills, u never know, u may be one of those people.
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Need some feedback about daily diet
DebbieC1970 replied to szavala22's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Protein shakes, add peanut butter. Cottage cheese and pineapple. Unjury makes a chicken soup flavored protein that's pretty good. Gotta eat at least 1000a day, 1200 if u work out, u will stop losing if u don't. -
How much weight have you lost?
DebbieC1970 replied to MyCosita's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Banded two months ago tomorrow, down 38lbs... One fill, I'm good. -
when can I start feeling a difference?
DebbieC1970 replied to mesmus's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
That must be hard. Hopefully with more weight loss you'll be able to move better. I see a huge difference in how fast I lose when I work out. -
when can I start feeling a difference?
DebbieC1970 replied to mesmus's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Is everyone exercising? Cardio and weights r so important to weight loss. -
Morning Tightness?
DebbieC1970 replied to ireallywannabthin's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Don't be nervous! What u r feeling is NORMAL!! It took me a month to feel good. Everyone is different. Take time to heal, follow your dr.'s orders, and u will b fine. Congrats on the first steps in your new and healthy life! -
up and down the same 5 pounds! help!!
DebbieC1970 replied to Secondchanceatlife's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Also, I would change and increase the intensity of your workout. U gotta push through, u r stronger than u think!!! U can do it. I only weigh once a month cause it was.really effecting me negatively. Pick an amount of time, have someone hide the scale, track your food, workout really hard, and c what happens! -
Woohoo!!! Congrats, I know u worked hard to get there!
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how am i supposed to consume 1500 calories a day?
DebbieC1970 replied to angieband's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
GNC Carries Quest bars -
how am i supposed to consume 1500 calories a day?
DebbieC1970 replied to angieband's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I love Quest cinnamon roll protein bars. 20g of protein and 170Cal, they r amazing. Pb and apple slices, try recipes from Emily Bites. Go lean crunch mixed in yogurt, nuts, and get some healthy fats in by using a good salad dressing. I'm Happysim1990 on myfitnesspal. Best of luck! -
Very uncomfortable pain
DebbieC1970 replied to dstokes's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have that sometimes. Some days it doesn't bother me, others it does. People on here have said its like wearing a ring, some days its tighter than others. Best of luck! Chew, eat slow, wait between bites, small bites. -
Doubts - & Wednesdays the Day!
DebbieC1970 replied to Redesigned_Curves's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Try to stop over thinking everything. This is a huge change for you, your life will never be the same. Don't allow the scale to dictate how u feel. U can and will lose the weight!! If u have tried to lose in the past and failed those same feelings of frustration will cause u to doubt. Do what Ur Dr says, it will work!!! -
tight band days????!!
DebbieC1970 replied to DebbieC1970's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's so weird. Today I was fine. Even had 2oz of steak. Guess we will have to learn to take it easy some days. -
Does anyone have days when you have a hard time eating. 1 day I'm fine, I can eat normally the next day everything comes up. I chew everything the way I should eat very slowly.
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tight band days????!!
DebbieC1970 replied to DebbieC1970's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
so do you guys have pain in your chest on days that your tight? because the last couple days every time I tried to eat anything substantial my chest hurts. I had a fill 10 days ago and I've been fine except for the last 2. eventually had to throw up my food the last couple days. but I can eat protein bars and things that are kinda soft. -
U will feel better and have more energy if u workout. Sometimes I have to make myself go, but it is well worth it. U may even surprise yourself and enjoy it. Go for a walk, get a trial membership at a gym and try some classes, bring a friend. U can do this!!!
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List of cant do's
DebbieC1970 replied to healthylifestyle4me's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ok, I'm gonna agree with u. I know, it's pushing it a bit, but when I did stuff around the house my incisions really hurt. I even got more pain meds. Took a full 3 Weeks for me to feel like myself. I was banded 12/20 and just started at the gym yesterday. So, I say take it easy!! Best of luck. -
Carido at first, treadmill or elliptical and talk to a trainer about weight training. My PCP wants 45min 4-5 times a week. Build up to it, Ur body can do amazing things. Good luck!
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Cheese sauce is awesome! I put it in potato soup to add lots of protein. Always good to have on hand, just be sure to drink water cause it's salty.
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So during my last visit to my Dr I asked what I could do before my surgery. He handed me a 2 week liquid preop diet. He normally does not require one. I have been doing so well, but tonight I way overdid!! Feeling guilty!
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DebbieC1970 replied to NaNcyNiCoLe's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good idea, I'll try that. -
lots of incision pain :(
DebbieC1970 replied to DebbieC1970's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Called Dr. he said I may have over done it. I guess I'm not use to taking it easy. No fever, stomach still not right. I c Dr. Friday. Thanks! -
I'm 16 days post op and having a lot of pain in my largest incision. Took some pain meds, not touching it, in tears. Anyone have this problem?
