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I totally agree with you on that end Missy. I was able to view the link without logging into my Facebook account. There is also the fact that not everyone has it as public knowledge that they are banded and having that spam to all their friends is just not cool. Amanda, keep striving for what you want and need. There are very good and supportive people on this site, it's just not really the forum (literally) for something like this contest. It's kind of like trying to sell girl scout Cookies here or farting in church which some of us can't help

I try to look at things like this, well it only cost me $70.00 to know I am healthy, that's money well spent

It is sad because I feel that Amanda is legitimately asking for help here, and may want/need the surgery. I think the bigger issue is the Dr. and this free contest thing he has going on this Facebook page and even on other media outlets including radio! The rules of the contest alone violate the HIPPA law!

I would like this on here twice for you if I could. I just went back and read through all the posts. Amanda is out of line and way to aggressive in her requests and replies. It comes across as insincere and shammy whether it is or not...well Alex....Calling Alex Brecher who can and should check out those posts and perhaps take them off the board if they are found to harmful. People that questioned the link and the "help" request did so because they wanted to help but they are 100% right to protect their privacy and they should not be harassed or berated because of it.

You are all doing great! The first week and the last day are the hardest but I have faith in you all and you can do it!! If you are needing to crunch ice pops work great, if you need something warm decaf tea or coffee work great. Adaptation and perseverance are the keys to success here, keep up the good work!!

So true! What works for me does not work for my Husband and I tell people this all the time. We were banded at the same time, we travel the road side by side. We even see the Dr. on the same dates and times in the same room for fills and updates BUT what works for him food wise and exercise wise and fill wise is not what works for me. We have the same exact bands, made by the same company, but on each of us they work differently. I needed more Fluid in my band to feel the same satiety as he did. He has lost a bit more weight then I have, though oddly...I have more muscle then he does, so go figure....everyone is different and everyone's experience in their life and in their body is different. So I/we go with the flow, we practice with the band every day. Practice makes perfect and someday we will play Carnegie Hall, OK maybe not but at least we will be able to fit in the seats!! Now that is music to my ears!!! (yeah I'm being corny today...I think I need a nap!)

It looks like you are at or close to goal, but you are now gaining a bit of weight back. It could be head hunger, emotional eating, hormones or just about anything. If you feel like you have lost that green zone feeling it might be time for a tweak. You might not need a huge fill some times even .1 or 2cc can make the difference they say. I was worried about getting a fill this last time, I don't want to be too tight, I am still searching for that green zone feeling...and yet my doctor told me if it is too tight, you come right back and we adjust, that it's good for me to know what that feels to be too tight so I know where I need to be. With that I had the fill and I think I'm maybe a tiny bit away from that green zone feeling. So maybe go in for a little tweak and see how it goes...?

Way to go Anna!!!! I love my band too!!! :wub:

Hi CG, I don't know who the person is that said that, but I'm sure she suffers from low self esteem. People that make crass comments to harm others usually do. They only feel better when they can make someone feel worse. You are one of the best type of people not any kind of tub scum, because you are able to look in the mirror and say I need to make a change for myself and actually get up and do it! Most people only lie to themselves and others so that they can "look" good. You my friend actually do look good! Why because you have worked dam hard to do so! So this person can have their pound of flesh, hey it's one more off my ass is the way I look at it

Hey Janice, looks like your doing an awesome job! This will be my first banded holiday, and honestly I am looking forward to it! It will be the first in many years where I am not going to walk away from the table feeling like the stuffed turkey! I learned yesterday that I can enjoy a nice family meal, and partake in all the good food but in band proportions and still feel happy and satisfied. We had a large multifamily gathering after the funeral service for my sister in law's Mom who passed last Saturday. Big Irish & Italian family and all the food that goes along with it. At the restaurant it was a feast to rival any wedding, starting with the bread basket, the salad with red wine vinaigrette, the stuffed clams; fried gallamad with marinara sauce...then the huge buffet of Penne ala Vodka, chicken Francesca, sausage & peppers, chicken parm...Napoleon for dessert. Awesome, celebration feast for a great lady! Me...and the hubby....enjoyed it all on a tiny dessert plate. A bit of this, a taste of that, and we were full happy and content with our band size portions. Sure it might have only been a fork full if that of each item, but we were glad to be able to sit with everyone and enjoy it just the same. I'm ready for the holidays! Bring em on This year I'm going to lose 10 pounds instead of gain!

Try using a body pillow at night. You can either hug it or place it at your back to lean on. If your port is in pain, or other incisions try using an icepack. If your having shoulder/gas pain try a warm heat in that area but no on the wounds. If you are having an internal discomfort (reflux or nausea) when sleeping please give your Dr.'s office a call and let them know.

Looking good!! Keep up the great work!

Oh yes I am the allergy queen, and no matter how many allergy pills remedy's I take there is always something that starts the party. Every morning I wake up with that nasty sinus drip, some days it affects my band more then others, but then I find that is true for my band. Some days I am tighter then others, less hungry then others...I don't know why that is but I'm able to work with the fluctuation as it's not too tight, but I don't think it's just right just yet...still targeting that green zone here.

Awesome! WTF faces rule and make some drool cause they are so darn funny!

Awesome!

Ah..I'm sorry friend. I have had to deal with those type of people my whole life. They always need to be one up on someone so they can feel good about themselves. Have pity for her, she must really not like herself very much. You on the other hand, are showing yourself some real love and taking care of your body without putting your issues onto someone else plate. (all pun intended) Keep up the good work, give yourself some TLC and come here for support any ole time you need it!

It really is a vote of confidence to hear that so many medical professionals choose the band. Thanks for sharing that story! Every day these stories help to reaffirm my commitment to the band. :wub:

Simply put, it's where you feel satisfied after eating about a cup of food for about 3-4 hours without feeling hungry again. Where the food/drink is tolerated and digesting well, without any feeling or symptoms of over fullness.

I tried using Mederma for a while, but it really hasn't done anything for the color of my scars. They are still a bright pink. I know that scars fade over time, my son had some pretty horrific ones on his back from injuries, it took a couple of years but they finally faded to more of a skin color. If anyone has any other idea's though, I might be willing to give em a try!

I find the Water drinking is the hardest thing for me. Not because I can't get it in..but because I'm not. I'm going to try the sipping thing through out the day to see if that helps me more. By the end of the day I realize I haven't had enough, and I'm actually thirsty so I start drinking but it's almost time to sleep...and well it's not good if you actually want to get some sleep

Wish I could say the same, I don't think I have hit the green zone yet...but I'm aiming for it!

Ditto to all those compliments lady you look marvelous! I have the baggy close factor happening myself, but not ready to buy anything new just yet!!

Is it dangerous to over fill or tightly (close to max level) fill a band? I have the newer band 10cc but I am always thinking about how close you can get to that number and not have a problem...just curious.

Mmm...due to site upgrades I can't seem to post these clips. Once things are back online though I will post them and then I'd like for you to explain your point to me, since you seem to be telling me that not only am I wrong, but so are my doctors.

Explain how you can state THIS IS NOT TRUE. Here is a copy of the test results that are true for me, along with the explanation. Your body burns more at rest doing nothing over the course of a day then it does after an hour in the gym. Which is not to say you should not have a formal exercise routine, but which is to say that you do not need to kill yourself for hours in the gym to benefit or achieve a high calorie burn. It is the lean muscle in the body, not the amount of cardio or aerobic activity that is the key.