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How are you ladies going? I searched IBS and found this thread. I am 2 months lap banded and find I am still having trouble with IBS on some days. Other days I go without passing anything at all. I have just started a food diary and am literally writing down everything I eat and all movements so that I can take it to the dietician. So frustrating, I am not celiac and have no food allergies as I have been extensively tested, however food intolerances are a whole other world of hurt. I am lacking so much energy. Any tips would be well received

I also got sharp pains like that but once the gas was expelled they went away. I also had sharp pain after some exercise that was similar about a month later, once again it turned out to be gas pain and once expelled it went. Takes a number of days

Yeah I am frightened of excess skin too! I started at 250 pounds and last time i lost the weight i did it via exercise over 18mths and i didnt have excess skin but I am 5 yrs older now and am a little bit bigger so i am scared. Slowly wins the race, although I love seeing the scales go down and want that instant gratification too

I think any goal is doable What is your plan to achieve it? I want to lose 15 kg total by Christmas I have 6kg to go thats about 15pounds

How active are you? When you plateau its a good idea to change what sort of activities you are doing and even change some of the foods you eat because your body has got used to them. Have you looked at Paleo foods? I cant eat anything with starch or wheat so I try to eat foods that taste yum that dont have any of the high calories or additives I cant eat. This website is awesome for some low carb options that allow you to eat like a 'normal' person. In particular the cauliflower pizza is amazing!!! http://yourlighterside.com/

This made me giggle at work! Thanks for the laugh

Im glad you said this! A girl who had surgery the same time as me has lost three times as much as me!!! I dont know how big she was to start with but man I was like I have to sort this out!

Thats awesome! Good things come to those who wait A new day in your life!

Why on earth would you want to do Burpees!!! Kidding, each to their own, but I'd rather die!!

I had a coke addiction and was drinking a lot. I started by drinking sparkling mineral water as a substitute, that way I still got the fizz sensation I liked so much and then slowly my big bottle of sparkling water on my desk changed to a big bottle of still water on my desk. I still drink soda occaisionally but it can give gas pains with the band and so I try to avoid it. I guess the only thing to watch is that you dont choose an alternative that is just as bad, eg juices, cordials etc. Try and break the habit with sparkling water, I even opt for this in a wine glass when out instead of champagne.

Ohhh no! I'm so sorry! I would be crushed too. Sending you big hugs, just remember all things happen for a reason and perhaps when you do get banded it will be the right time. I know that's not very comforting right now, but take care, you can do this. Xx

Yep 8 days to go!!!!! ha ha not that I am counting. It would be nice to stay in touch if we are to be bandits together Nice to meet you

Perth, Australia

ha ha love this post - I can hear the excitement and happiness. It just made me smile! Well done