hayley_94

Hi all, Ok so for the last few months I have noticed I'm having on and off days.. For example one day I can. Eat or drink, the next day I can hardly eat at all.. I was wondering if this had something to do with my periods? I'm not 100% sure because it's only since Christmas time I have started to become regular where as before it was hardly ever!! I have made an appointment to speak with my dietitian to see what she thinks but just wanted someone else's opinion? I'm also going away on Saturday and I'm really worried about flying. The flight for this one is only about 3 hours but 3 weeks after this I fly to Mexico and that's 11 hours!? Any suggestions for flying with it?

Hi all, I was just wondering what everyone's thoughts are on the juice plus capsules? Has any one taken them with the band? I'm getting married soon and I was told they are really good for hair and skin? ????

I think it's because it help to tell your brain that you have eaten more than you actually have.. I may be wrong though x x

Hiya!! Yes It was really good thank you! I got second place so I was absolutely made up! I made a picnic for everyone with sandwiches And for me I had a flask with homemade soup in it and some cracker breads and Just a tub with chicken in, but to be honest with you I didn't really eat much because I hardly stopped all day. And by the end of it all I was too tired to eat ???? It was a great work out! Haha x x

Hi all, So tomorrow I'm going ploughing with our horses all day and I need to take my own food. I really struggle to think of ideas that are good for me and the band when I'm going out like this. All I can think of is sandwiches but I don't want to take bread as it can get stuck! I'm trying to stay away from Pasta and rice too.. Since my op Iv really gone self-conscious and the thought of people stood around all day watching me petrifies me but I know it's something Iv got to do to get over it...anyway... Because I'm so worried I thought I would take some soft foods with me? Any ideas on good soft food?

I had my l band fitted a year ago this month. (Privately) After my surgery the support I was given from my surgeon was great, I spoke to the nutritionist once a week. After my 3rd fill that was it I haven't spoken heard anything from my nutritionist, I have tried to get in contact a few times regarding different things. She had put me on a diet that she set out and I didn't lose any weight. I'm not blaming them for me not losing because at the end of the day I know it's down to me but I'm still learning and I felt like they just dropped me after I had give them my money. Does anyone know of any good nutritionists that work with the band or any good advise?? Thanks in advance x

Thankyou for your advise. I spoke to my doctor and they have advised me to go back onto liquids for a few days. X

Ehhhh. Iv never felt so I'll in my life!! I'm nearly 1 year post op and this is the first time I have been really ill!! My stomach is in agony and for the first time In getting pain from my band!! Has anyone had this problem with band? I'm starting to worry about it

Thank you for your help. It's so confusing! Just bought myself some new scales and tubs so I can have it all ready for different days!

Hi all, just wanted to know what everyone's portion sizes are like? I'm 9 months post op and think I might still be eating too much as I keep going for the "full" feeling or until the plate is empty rather than when I'm satisfied. Iv never really weighed or measured out food as I always use small plates ect but think it's time I did so. Any advise on portion control would be great :-)

Hi all, I was banded in June 13, after my surgery in the first few weeks I lost around 2stone but since then nothing! In august time I was prescribed aunti depressants as I got so low that I physically couldn't be around anyone other than my close family. If I was around anyone other than basically my partner and about 4 other people I found myself self harming but not being aware I was doing so. I'm now still on the tablets but finding I can now start to leave the house without the worry or stress I have been getting but still feel slight anxiety. I'm now 8mls in my 10ml band but I don't feel as though it's working for me or maybe I'm not working for it? I have trouble eating.- I feel like I have good days or bad days.. I can eat one thing fine one day and the next there's just no chance. I have had food stuck a few times and iv had to make myself sick to bring it up, which I know it can't be healthy for me to be doing that so I find it easier to go with softer foods. I haven't eaten meat since my surgery as I'm scared of getting stuck and the pain I get with it. Has anyone had problems like this? Has anyone had to fight depression along side eating problems? All advise would great x

I'm really struggling for ideas for Breakfast. I can't eat bread so toast is a no go. Iv been eating cereals but I'm getting really bored of them. I'm the kind of person that can eat something for so long then I'll get bored and never eat it again. I'm not much of a big eater in the morning so I normally have my breakfast at 9-30ish when I get to work so I can't do too much cooking.. Any ideas? Also ideas for main meals would be great as I love to make new things :-)

Would it not of taken more of an effect earlier on in the week? X

Would it not of taken more of an effect earlier on in the week? X

Hi all.. I had my 3rd fill taking me unto 7ml on Monday... I have been fine and had no problems at all until today, I feel like I can't even drink with out it coming back up and having the most horrendous pain in my chest and back.. Any idea on what's going on? I haven't eaten anything today because I had a mouthful this morning and brought it straight back up?