Armonet

My band version of a Mexican bowl. refried Beans, green and red pepper slices, turkey mince, and a triangle of laughing cow cheese melted on top.

Dont worry about the carbs... Breakfast time is the best time of the day to have carbs. Especially, if you are working out. Make sure you are eating healthy carbs and good Proteins to get your day going.

veggie omlete
protein pancakes
yogurt with granola
eggs w/ turkey bacon
bananas (fruit) with oatmeal
cherrios w/ almond milk (low fat & cal)

Oh my goodness! It looks delicious!!!

PrettyThick1, that's probably what it is! I've seen people on here post about not being able to tolerate certain foods. Thank you!!!
hazelsbliss, sooooo much great info! I really appreciate the feedback. No adverse reactions, just fullness. I will definitely keep you all posted. Thank you!!!
catfish87, YESSSSSS! The elusive green zone, LOL! Thank you!!!

I was banded on 03/29/13. I received my 4th fill on Tues. Until then, I didn't feel much restriction, not consistently anyway. Meaning, one day a small portion would satisfy me, but the next day, the same portion size did NOTHING for me. With the fill I got Tues., I was on Protein Shakes the entire day. I tolerated them just fine. All day yesterday, I ate mushy foods. I had half a cup of applesauce, half a cup of cottage cheese...tolerated those fine as well. This a.m., I had a small mug of hot Water with lemon. After about 45 minutes, I tried to eat scrambled egg whites with cheese. I took small bites and chewed well but was OVERSTUFFED after about 1/4 a cup!!! I've eaten with the band until I felt satisfied before, but this is a different feeling. My tummy feels like an overfilled helium balloon!!! I'm wondering if I'm swollen from the fill or is this what a 'proper' fill should feel like. With the 3 previous fills, after 2 days, I could still almost eat 'normal' amounts of food.< /p>
Also, I ate the 1/4 cup of eggs in about 5 minutes. Maybe that was too fast??? Like I stated before, I haven't felt much restriction so far, so prior to this fill, I could eat my entire meal in 15 minutes.

PrettyThick1, that's probably what it is! I've seen people on here post about not being able to tolerate certain foods. Thank you!!!
hazelsbliss, sooooo much great info! I really appreciate the feedback. No adverse reactions, just fullness. I will definitely keep you all posted. Thank you!!!
catfish87, YESSSSSS! The elusive green zone, LOL! Thank you!!!

PrettyThick1, that's probably what it is! I've seen people on here post about not being able to tolerate certain foods. Thank you!!!
hazelsbliss, sooooo much great info! I really appreciate the feedback. No adverse reactions, just fullness. I will definitely keep you all posted. Thank you!!!
catfish87, YESSSSSS! The elusive green zone, LOL! Thank you!!!

BINGO! Thats what you want. Congrats!

Hi Armonet,
Since you did not describe any adverse symptoms (like GERD, regurgitation, PBing or sliming) it sounds like you are experiencing green.
Now this could be because:
1) you were recently filled and thus are at optimal restriction with the additional inflammation. So keep vigilent and observe if this restriction is maintained
2) what use to go down before the fill may not after the fill. Certain foods (eggs is one of them) can be problematic for some bandsters. Not to infer you are having problems with eggs, rather, eggs may fill you right up because it is so dense. So try a new food for your next meal and compare the feeling.
3) When you get adequate restriction you may also start to experience the fluctuating restriction we frequently talk about. Mornings are especially tight for some but the band relaxes as the day progresses. So focus on that as well and see it's the morning band phenomenon.
You sound like you are at the right place. With time, don't be disappointed to feel the restriction fade over the course of weeks in which it's time for another fill. But this is what green is hon. Fill quickly without adverse symptoms. Let's hope you are satiated for 3-4 hrs at a time, another thing to focus on. Ride this out for a week and let's hope it stays. Let us know how it goes

Something seems to change with every fill I get. It could be that you cannot tolerate eggs with this one; I couldn't eat them after my second fill, no matter how they were prepared.

I was banded on 03/29/13. I received my 4th fill on Tues. Until then, I didn't feel much restriction, not consistently anyway. Meaning, one day a small portion would satisfy me, but the next day, the same portion size did NOTHING for me. With the fill I got Tues., I was on Protein Shakes the entire day. I tolerated them just fine. All day yesterday, I ate mushy foods. I had half a cup of applesauce, half a cup of cottage cheese...tolerated those fine as well. This a.m., I had a small mug of hot Water with lemon. After about 45 minutes, I tried to eat scrambled egg whites with cheese. I took small bites and chewed well but was OVERSTUFFED after about 1/4 a cup!!! I've eaten with the band until I felt satisfied before, but this is a different feeling. My tummy feels like an overfilled helium balloon!!! I'm wondering if I'm swollen from the fill or is this what a 'proper' fill should feel like. With the 3 previous fills, after 2 days, I could still almost eat 'normal' amounts of food.< /p>
Also, I ate the 1/4 cup of eggs in about 5 minutes. Maybe that was too fast??? Like I stated before, I haven't felt much restriction so far, so prior to this fill, I could eat my entire meal in 15 minutes.

I was banded on 03/29/13. I received my 4th fill on Tues. Until then, I didn't feel much restriction, not consistently anyway. Meaning, one day a small portion would satisfy me, but the next day, the same portion size did NOTHING for me. With the fill I got Tues., I was on Protein Shakes the entire day. I tolerated them just fine. All day yesterday, I ate mushy foods. I had half a cup of applesauce, half a cup of cottage cheese...tolerated those fine as well. This a.m., I had a small mug of hot Water with lemon. After about 45 minutes, I tried to eat scrambled egg whites with cheese. I took small bites and chewed well but was OVERSTUFFED after about 1/4 a cup!!! I've eaten with the band until I felt satisfied before, but this is a different feeling. My tummy feels like an overfilled helium balloon!!! I'm wondering if I'm swollen from the fill or is this what a 'proper' fill should feel like. With the 3 previous fills, after 2 days, I could still almost eat 'normal' amounts of food.< /p>
Also, I ate the 1/4 cup of eggs in about 5 minutes. Maybe that was too fast??? Like I stated before, I haven't felt much restriction so far, so prior to this fill, I could eat my entire meal in 15 minutes.

I was banded 5 mos. ago and just had my 1st alcoholic beverage since being banded. Pre band, I could drink a whole bottle of Moscato d'Asti...don't judge me, LOL. I poured a wine glass full earlier and could only take about 4 small sips. I was wasted! Geez...luckily, my neighbor is a lush!

I was banded 5 mos. ago and just had my 1st alcoholic beverage since being banded. Pre band, I could drink a whole bottle of Moscato d'Asti...don't judge me, LOL. I poured a wine glass full earlier and could only take about 4 small sips. I was wasted! Geez...luckily, my neighbor is a lush!

I told the world. So far the world has not said much. Had a few negative remarks, but they can kiss my lap band!

I started my journey 13 months ago and with a lot of hard work, difficult decisions, and some very supportive people I am proud to say that I have finally lost 200 pounds.

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My face and neck are smaller, also my waist and butt. Despite my size, I've always had really skinny, firm arms. Now, I have bingo wings! If I wave hard at someone, they're still moving 45 seconds after I stop waving!

My face and neck are smaller, also my waist and butt. Despite my size, I've always had really skinny, firm arms. Now, I have bingo wings! If I wave hard at someone, they're still moving 45 seconds after I stop waving!

My face and neck are smaller, also my waist and butt. Despite my size, I've always had really skinny, firm arms. Now, I have bingo wings! If I wave hard at someone, they're still moving 45 seconds after I stop waving!

I do not love Greek yogurt. I wish I did but I don't. I did just discover Chobani bites tho - come in a 4 pack and they are 3.5oz which feels like a great size for me. 100 cals, 10g Protein and low in sugar. Decadent flavors. Highly recommend!

I do it too! My huge man burps, as I call them, are random. They might come directly after a meal, or 30-40 minutes later. I don't feel them coming. They come with no warning at all. I can't tell you the number of strange looks I have gotten in restaurants, stores, etc., probably because when it happens, my kids, bf and myself, laugh uncontrollably because I'm usually so 'ladylike'!

ladyjordan, LOL! Toooooo funny 'the beast in you'! I'm going to have to use that one next time!

Armonet that is funny, and I try to be a lady at all times I feel like omg this is a hot mess, its just hilarious to me, I told one of my friends that's just the beast in me trying to break free....hahaha

I do it too! My huge man burps, as I call them, are random. They might come directly after a meal, or 30-40 minutes later. I don't feel them coming. They come with no warning at all. I can't tell you the number of strange looks I have gotten in restaurants, stores, etc., probably because when it happens, my kids, bf and myself, laugh uncontrollably because I'm usually so 'ladylike'!

I do it too! My huge man burps, as I call them, are random. They might come directly after a meal, or 30-40 minutes later. I don't feel them coming. They come with no warning at all. I can't tell you the number of strange looks I have gotten in restaurants, stores, etc., probably because when it happens, my kids, bf and myself, laugh uncontrollably because I'm usually so 'ladylike'!