txsonicguy

For me, so much of weight loss and control is mental. Well I figured out a silly little trick to help me mentally. I had spaghetti for dinner for the first time post op. So I go to weigh out a serving of whole grain spaghetti. 2 ounces seems like such a small amount. However, if I switch the units over to grams, I get to have 56 grams! 56 is so much more than 2! I know it's stupid, but it really made me happy.

After trying several I locked in on the Premier Protein chocolate. I get by he case at Costco. One trick I learned on here is the COLDER the shake the more palatable it is.

Was in Kroger yesterday picking up some meds and was really hungry. Tried to find a snack and found an Oscar Mayer lunch meat single package. It was 2 oz serving of lean ham (and turkey and chicken as well). 50 calories 1 fat 9 protein. Only cost a buck. Held me over till supper. Definitely going back to stock up.

How much is the most you know of anyone getting in one fill? They added 1.5 cc on my first fill (and had to talk her up from 1 cc) and still feel zero restriction. Only at 2.8 cc. At that rate it's gonna take forever. Is this normal and I'm just impatient?

I've had such frustration with the lack of info from TR but I'm finally getting the "big picture". I'm happy now, but really wish I'd had everything before, or at least at my surgery date. Down almost 60 pounds since May28 and finally have direction on calories, Protein etc. Honestly I could feel some of my old ways slipping in the last couple of weeks because even after my first fill I truly don't feel as if I've had anything done. I realized I could eat anything I want, as fast as I want, as frequently as I want. Not a good thing for a food addict to learn. Glad I called and got the council before I went down the slippery slope that I'm sure we are all familiar with. Second fill on August 1. Hoping for a larger fill.

I've noticed you mention this comment about you not counting or restricting carbs. I find that interesting because I've gone from a complete carb-aholic to being almost afraid of them because of so many comments on this site. Maybe you've been asked this before (and if so I apologize) but with your success would you mind posting a few "typical" meal days for you and if there are any differences now than when you were 5-6 months post op. Thanks.

I'm down 53 since starting pre op diet on May 28th and getting banded on June 12th. My wife claims she can see a difference - especially in my face. I personally don't see it. However - when carrying groceries out and MY PANTS FELL DOWN in the parking lot because they are too big and I'm out of belt holes is when I realized that I am seeing results.

My doc said no food before a fill. Liquids only. Look through your materials for info.

So far new problem for me with popcorn. I buy a product called Skinny Pop (Costco) that is 150 calories for 4 popped cups. Often I just go for 2. Add a little butter spray and it takes away any deprivation feelings. It also sneaks into the movies in my wife's purse very easily! We also make our own microwaved popcorn that's fairly healthy Take a brown paper lunch sack Add 1/4 teaspoon healthy oil - I use EVOO 1/4 c popcorn kernels Fold bag over and staple once (no problem in microwave) Cook on high 2 minutes or until popping slows Pour into bowl and top with butter spray and salt if desired

This is what I changed to. Gotta try the freezer trick.

Second this. These are what I drink.

I was told to just leave them alone. They fell off in about 4 weeks.

It looks like you and I were banded pretty close together. June 12 here. I had my first fill two days ago and the had to remove one of the bandages from my chest. So I'm pretty sure that as long as you need it - which it sounds as if you do - you will get it. I felt - and honestly still do - the same way about eating whatever I want whenever I want. I have realized BIG TIME that I need to slow down when I eat. I took the recommendation from here and starting using a "toddler" fork and it has helped tremendously. Good luck!

I switched from Atkins to Premier Protein simply because nurse said I wasn't getting enough protein. They are pretty good I felt much better after I made the switch.

The needle didn't hurt at all when doing it. Her trying to find my port hurt like the dickens.

That's amazing.

Congrats. Be patient this first few weeks. Everyone on here was so helpful.

Y'all were pretty much right. I was psyching myself out. I got 1.5 cc had to my 14cc bad for a total of 2.3 cc. Is 1.5 a typical add in amount? The most painful part was the nurse looking for my port. For a tiny Asian woman she sure could press down on my gut! The good news is I was down 26 from surgery and 51 from preop. Thanks again for all the words of encouragement.

That's great!

Hope you feel better and get to go home soon.

I'm not a lady, but I'll pipe in that I agree it sucks. However, it's only a couple of weeks in the grand scheme of things. I had a really hard time for those days but I had to remind myself that it took me 25 years to get the way. You can do anything for a short period of time. Good luck and be strong.