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Hang in there! It is normal to have some anxiety. You are going through a lot of changes. Maybe you can try walking some? Outside or around the house. It is good to walk and move. It will also help with any gas pains you might experience. Hang on! You have started a wonderful journey and have a ways to go. One day at a time! Best of luck!

Ask your doctor if you can take stool softners. If so go for the cheaper store brands.

That is awesome!! Some people never need fills. You obviously do have the restriciton you are talking about or you would be satisfied for so long. Keep up the good work. Less fills less problems seems to me.

I also get headaches if I have not drank enough water. Congrats on your weight loss you are doing great! I also agree if you are concerned call your doctor.

I agree with mirilax. It is what my doctors suggest. It will get better so hangin there. Make sure if you are really concerned about something call our doctor! Best of luck.

Weird I haven't had any problems with junk food. A first for me. I also don't have any problems with chicken if not really dry. Sliders for me are things like shakes, yogurt and cottage cheese because the don't keep me satisfied and I am hungry an hour later. I will say some crackers seem to be sliders too.

Don't forget your protein shakes, jello sf and sf Popsicles!

Congrats on your journey! Only your doctor can answer your questions. Please do not start without his/her approval.

I agree with everyone else. You have chosen to change your life into a better one. Don't worry about other people. When they see you embracing the band and losing I bet they will change their tone and become more supportive. Either way this is your journey! Best of luck!

Some things are just out of your control like where you lose and sagging skin. My advice is to enjoy the journey and try not to worry about things too much. You are off to a great start!

Glad you got some protein in there. Keep the good work up.

I use any low fat different Kraft cheeses and I love baby bell light. I absolutely hate fat free cheeses.

I don't eat frozen meals either but I used to like kashi and Amy's. I have a friend who loves the healthy choice steamers.

How do you carb cycle when only eating 3half cup meals?

I agree with miralax and also probiotics and my mom and all her friends are doing chia seeds in yogurt. My nurse called chias the new designer fiber.

Mine is on left side under ribs and for some reason it has tilted. Makes it a b***h getting the needle in it.

Awesome!!

In my opinion a fill should be what you at after you take a look at what you are eating and how much your drinking etc. it should not always be the first go to.

I suffer from chronic dry mouth and lips .I have been to my gp and my dentist and have researched on the internet. There are products you can try like biotene who offer a mouthwash, gum, toothpaste, a gel you can put on your tongue and a mist you can spray in your mouth. You can chew gum or even get mints from the vitamin shoppe where the fist ingredient is xylitol. This is a sweetner that helps saliva flow. I chew ice cubes gum by icebreakers or you can get some from vitamin shoppe or even amazon. I have tried script mouthwashes several and the best thing that works is swishing your mouth with mylanta. I use the cherry generic from cvs and you can use as needed. It coats your tongue and brings relief for short periods. This not always caused by dehydration. It can be meds that you were on that are reacting to your lesser calories. I drink tons of water a day and it doesnt help at all. Right now my tongue feels like the top was stripped off . Also if you are a smoker that should be the first thing you change. Smoking will only make it worse. sorry you are all having trouble I hope this information helps you.

It's my experience that the roasted chickens are loaded with sodium. Many are injected with it for flavor when cooked. Google sodium in store bought roasted chickens. Lots of info comes up.

I have a recipe group on Facebook. If you want to join friend me at Hely lb and send me a message. Not a support group.

I cook something big once or twice a week and eat for my meals. Lucky I don't get bored. Chilli, stews and make up stuff etc. That way I control the sodium. I also use frozen onions, peppers ect to cook with.