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How can you be complaining about that kind of weight loss in such a short time...You didnt gain all your weight over night and you wont lose it overnight either. Relax and heal from surgery and forget about weight loss for a little bit.

I just had my gall bladder out 8 months post op. I was full after two bites. My band was tight for a day or so. Take it show it will be ok

get an unfill...Its one thing if you occasionally have issues but if you cant eat these things on a daily basis then you need to do somethingabout it. I personally would rather practice a little more self control, count my calories, and exercise and have more freedom with how much and what I can eat then be to tight to eat anything. Just my two cents. I probably could use a fill honestly but I am doing ok. I am down 85 lbs in seven months.

My advice is to just do it...Its the worst thing ive ever experienced in a very long time but its just one of those things....Its only a two week deal...get over it and just do it...

Sorry to say but I really really want the old site back....

I highly recommend gas x strips. Other than that maybe an abdominal binder. I didnt have one of those and I Think it would of helped. just take advancing your diet very slow....clear liquids right after surgery is advisable. I was on full liquids right away according to my doc but my tummy wasnt ready for that. Don't worry about not being hungry for a while...Hunger will come. Rest and let your body heal. Dont worry about the stupid scale for a little while.

I do shakeology and i actually swear by the stuff...It is expensive to....i drink it every morning for breakfast and i really do think it helps!

I felt miserable for about two weeks...sorry but it does get better. one day youll just wake up and feel better like a flip of a switch....

if you do have problems I think you can get fish oils in a gummy if it comes to that.

I honestly eat everything. Just lesser amounts and I use portion control by weighing out my stuff and measuring. I enjoy counting calories....its something I can actually control and work with and learn to make the most of....id say a cruise would be no big deal as far as eating goes. The only thing that may change is you might not lose weight....well who cares your on vacation right!! Work your butt off in the gym when you get back Good luck to you and relax...There is a learning curve to this but it just makes starving yourself to death tolerable (How else would some of lose over half our body weight???) ...The rest is hard work and dedication....

Yeah scary to imagine how short Ill be when im at my goal weight...Almost half way there though! the last month has been a lil slower and I know its due to diet and a dreadful snow storm we had here where i had to destroy my food week by living at the hospital for 36 hours straight lol....the cafeteria didnt hold many options and i wasnt in the mood to count calories...

My bariatric nurse told me LOOK your shrinking!! I have to say that was the funniest....she thinks her patients look shorter and littler as they lose weight...it was funny but strange...Im already very short lol Regardless....shes amazing Brittany

I would add a few more calories...Something protein rich for breakfast (I drink a shake every morning and I know it helps) might help give you the boost you need especially if your a runner. Its kind of about throwing your body off...Have you considered adding swimming to your exercise routine to or something like that. I love the elliptical and its helped me get 70 lbs closer to my goal but ive added other things now like weight training, exercise DVDs, swimming and classes...I have found I lose the most weight when im changing my exercise routine the most, staying within my calorie goal, amping up my protein. One thing I also notice is when I have a very good week I dont always see very good results until the following week on the scale. Good luck to you. You look amazing!! I hope I look as good as you when I reach 165 lbs. Im your height and ive been working hard and it looks like you have been to!!!

That dreadful calorie goal is about trial and error. Sure you can talk to your nutritionist but even they dont always have a solid answer because its your body and it is what works for you. I personally shoot for around 1100 cals a day. I find a hard time staying under at times and Ill admit there are days I eat some of my exercise calories.

Another little tid bit. I attempt to try to not eat after midnight. It does not always work for me but I feel the best when I do it. I drink water and crystal light or sugar free coolaid like crazy all night.

I am a nurse and I also do night shifts. Lets just say I think if I worked straight days I would be down another 20lbs but it is doable. My average night shift menu is a cut up apple with pb2 because it lasts a long time and it keeps me full. I also eat string cheese and sometimes a protein bar on night shifts. The key is packing things that keep you full and that are healthy. If you like raw veggies it may be an option for you otherwise just pick things you like so you dont go find a vending machine or a cafeteria. Another thing that helps me is that I have a protein shake before I go to sleep in the morning. When im really doing well I work out before I go to bed in the morning. By doing this and showering it relaxes me and i generally sleep very well. Its just finding a nitche. ITs very hard to stay within calorie goals when working nights but it is doable.

I see my doc at one week and then at six months then a year. I weigh in in his office with his nurses bi weekly. They are all awesome

i drink shakeology chocolate. It is expensive but its the only thing i can tolerate. I blend it in a magic bullet with pb2, almond milk and a banana. Its delish. about 21 grams of protein.

The first point I want to make is that you are just post op if you are just starting mushies. It takes your body some time to adjust to such a change in diet especially if you did that dreadful pre op diet. Also, I recommend counting calories and Protein grams. I strive for 50-60 and that seems to work just fine for me. You may not be getting enough calories that your body needs. You can get a calorie goal by trial and error and finding what works for you or talking to your nutritionist who helped you with the lap band process. Now as far as weight loss goes. I understand your frustration. I am 24 weeks post op and have lost 70 pounds. I did however start with a fairly high BMI so I can say i did to expect to lose more in the beginning and its what im finding. I do have to work hard though. I work out at least 5 days a week and I am fairly diligent about tracking my calories on my fitness pal. I will play the devils advocate here and say im darn thankful im losing more than 1-2 lbs a week. I have a long way to go and my motivation would probably be less if I wasn't doing as well as I was. Its a lifestyle change though and making that transition in your mind takes time for long term success. I will also say I have had several weeks where I think I do so well and I work out every day and i weigh in at the end of the week and im only one pound down. I can have a fairly good week the next week but not as good as the previous one and be down 5 lbs the next. It will come. It is a process. Letting your body catch up to your new way of living takes time. Some people dont lose any weight until they get a fill. It just depends. Good luck to you, Brittany

Honestly just kick it....I drank it the entire pre op diet then just quit the day of surgery

I do exercise. I typically work out 4-5 days a week. My workout generally consists of about 25-30 minutes on the eliptical and i usually walk 1-2 miles per day no matter what. I need to do better about adding in weight training and situps but those things are very difficult for me. Once you start its hard to stop exercising because its sort of like therapy. I know your busy but make the time for yourself! IT will help with your weight loss and help you lose it in the right places. I also use my fitness pal to track all my exercise and calories. I shoot for 1100 per day and ill admit there are quite a few days where I eat most of my exercise calories. Some day ill probably have to stop that but for now I am pretty active and im losing on average of 3 lbs a week with some weeks worse or better than others good luck to you its sure a lifestyle change and a wild roller coaster ride.

I was banded on the 25th of April and I am down 62 lbs so far.

I know this isnt exactly what your looking for but im more than pleased with my 50 dollar magic bullet. The mug cups are very convenient and tis very easy to clean. Also, storing the thing is a breeze and it doesnt take up much counter space. I really love it. Id buy another one tomorrow if it blew.

i substitute low fat greek yogurt or even plain yogurt for stuff like that all the time...

Honestly dont worry about it. your body cant tolerate protein so soon after surgery. I had the very same issue. I went to me one week post op appointment and was so frustrated and on the edge of tears nearly when I went to visit with my surgeon. He gave me a hug and said relax girl, your body cant always tolerate that so soon. Dont worry about it for about a month and do what you can handle. Amen!!!! I nearly jumped out of my seat with joy . Im four months in and im starting protein shakes now and for me its going much better Down 54 lbs, no hair loss, feel stronger and better than ever. You can do it!