junkr

I did the carb-cycling thing about a year ago after seeing Chris Powell on Dr. Oz. That was way before I had my surgery. I lost 17 pounds in 2 months without even trying, and without exercising. I've been banded since June and have been strugling to lose (as my Dr. is very conservative with fills). I'm frustrated and know I have to do something different. I happen to see Chris (again) on Dr. Powell a few weeks ago, and decided to get back on this eating plan. I've been working on meal plans, since I need to modify it from what I ate last time. But I feel this is a really positive move, and I'm excited to get started. Just had a fill Friday, so I need to wait until I'm back on solids. But in a few days... It's great to find this post, and to know I won't be alone. I hope everyone will keep their progress posted.

I got my 4th fill a week ago. Before that, I had no restriction at all. I complained...a lot...at the dr's office. I wouldn't let it go, saying how disappointed I was, and how I hated this band. They finally gave in and gave me a decent fill. I can tell such a huge difference. I'm not over-filled by any means. I think I'm kind of just right. I get full quicker, and don't get hungry between meals.'ve lost more in the past week than the 10 weeks before. 3 pounds. Not a huge amount, but I wan't losing at all before. Anyway, just hang in there. And if you don't think you are getting what you need, speak up.

I was banded on June 5 also. I've had 3 fills with 4.6 cc in an 11 cc band. And I don't have any restriction either. Zip. Zero. I am soooo frustrated. I am starting to regret my decision. It is ridiculous to have done that, spent that money and had surgery, and not see results. I've weighed the same for 8 weeks now. I do not recommend the band to anyone. And reading these posts does nothing to improve my morale. I eat right. No sweets, low carbs, high Protein, and track my calories. I'm starving all the time. Doesn't matter if I eat 800 calories or 1200 calories. I could (but don't) still eat more. I work out. This sucks and I am not happy. Sorry for being a downer. I'm just so frustrated.

I've had 3 fills and still have no restriction. I've read that it can take days or a couple of weeks. I keep hoping that I'll wake up one day and have it. I have 4.4 cc in an 11 cc band.