hely88

Thanks for this thread.

My problem is I get a small fill end up to tight then get an unfill but still have more then before and hungry.. I don't think there is a green zone for me. I remember them telling me some people are just hungry,but that seems horrible. Also can't keep affording fills and unfills etc.

I was told xylitol is a great choice for sweeteners . It also helps prevent tooth decay and dry mouth.

Just know that not everyone needs fills. Sometimes it is just, making sure you are eating the right foods. My nutritionist said that when I track my food I should also track how long it keeps me satisfied . She says this will help tell if I need a fill. Also make sure you are getting fluids in. I know they help me stay satisfied and sometimes I drink when I am hungry and am no longer hungry.

Don't forget there is no rule that says you have to eat breakfast food. I like tuna, chicken BBQ or salad, egg salad,beans etc.

The most important calories when banded are solid proteins. Shakes are empty for me because the do not sustain me very long. I am hungry again in an hour or less.

I use spark people to and they have tons of recipes. Don't have. To be member to look at those.

I can't promise 100 percent but it is set up private. You could also make a second fb account under another name. That is why mine is Hely lb and not my real name. Then you could add any of your lap band friends with no worries.

I have a recipe group on fb if anyone wants to join. It is not a support group. Have tons of recipes. It's a place for people to share recipes and ideas. Everyone is banded. We have everything organized under file at top of page so it's easy to navigate. Also if you are looking for something specific I will be happy to help you. Everyone is welcome. I promise no drama just a place to share ideas. Friend me at Hely lb and please message me. After I add you I unsubscribe you from feeds.

Congrats that is awesome!

1 bought 5000 at cvs the other day they were buy one get one free and might still be. I got 300 tablets for 21 dollars. That is like a years supply.

I like "melting juice". So great and true. I think sometimes we forget that our bodies are 80. Percent water.

I only do half cup Meals which is 4 oz.

I use spark people to. I also was told to weigh by volume and not count calories.

You really need to call your dr now. I have never heard of anyone being so soar from a fill or unfil . Please let us know the outcome. Feel better.

Hey Shaunt, Maybe after you talk to your doctor and take care of the problems you are having it will help motivate you. Please take care and know we are here for you.

I was told by dr and nutritionist that the shots do not contain the right protein and do not absorb well in the body. I also had a bad reaction on my tongue. If you have the new whey the first ingredient is not even protein its water.

If I drink a shake which is rarely, I mix with skim milk and sometimes flavor with sf ff instant pudding or PB2. I no longer use the puddings because they have 300 sodium per serving. That is Jello sf ff instant pudding mix.

Do you mix anything else with the tuna? That sounds fun!

It's my understanding by the videos I have seen on here there isn't much to lose where the band is placed. Isn't it at the base of the esophagus? Also I'm just repeating what I was told. I don't claim to be a doctor.

My nurse told me your band doesn't get looser. Just saying. Make sure you are drinking enough, I have noticed when I don't drink enough I am hungry. If its not meal time I Definately. Drink 16-20 ounces before I eat anything. Good luck.

I cut everything up and measure in a half cup. The exceptions for me are if I eat something like soup that is very watery I will allow myself a little more and I take a guess if eat raw veggies but I always verify if I have questions with the nurse on my monthly appointment. Also I don't over eat. I stop when I feel satisfied. Usually that is half of breakfast. When I get hungry I drink 16 or more ounces of water before I eat again.. Most people I know measure every thing they eat or drink and track them on my fitness pal or I use spark people. People who track lose twice as much as people who don't. Also with tracking it helps keep track of what foods work for you better then others and how long you stay satisfied.

Do not think a golf ball a half cup makes.

Google dr oz and eggs. Also you can use egg whites or I think the egg beaters are good. You have many choices besides shakes for breakfast. If you don't need a shake you will be better eating solids. Most who do shakes in the morning are tight or in a hurry

Ok that would make sense. I was told to always measure volume, never use a food scale and do not count calories.