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Hey, Sorry I didn't respond sooner. I am in Houston, TX right now. I had to get unfilled because I was having burning real bad. I guess acid reflux. But since I was going so far away, he said he didn't want to take a chance with it. So, I got an unfill until I get back to see him. It will be 4 weeks total. I am really having to watch it. Even gone back to WW points for now. I don't want to gain any back if I can help it. He doesn't think I have slipped, since the burning has gone since the unfill. We will see what happens when I get filled again. Plus, he said the airplane would cause my band to tighten alittle and not to eat anything on the plane. Mary

I have had it since my last fill. Had 2 unfills for a total of 1 cc out. Been good so far, But can eat anything. Don't like that at all. Even bread is no problem now. I have a VG band with 11 ccs in it now. My doctor has been aggressive with the fills. Maybe too much? I don't want to gain this weight back. I am flying in 2 weeks and he did say he wouldn't fill me until I get back. So, I have to deal with this for 4 weeks total. Any Suggestions? Mary

It really helps me to log in my food. It reminds me of what I am putting in my mouth. It amazes me how different people lose weight. I tend to look at people's amounts and think what am I doing wrong? However, I feel so much better and not having to take blood pressure meds anymore. So even if I have only lost 40 pounds, that is 40 that I didn't gain. This is a maraton, not a race. How many calories do you all try to stay within? I use the daily plate and it says to lose 2 pounds a week I need to eat 1600 or less. Is this too much? My protein shakes are like 400 calories. My doctor says they are a must. That kinda sucks! Mary

Hello Everyone! I too am a slow loser. I had surgery in August 07 and have lost 33 pounds. I hate to even look at my fellow crazy ates weight loss. They are complaining about 50-80 pounds and here i am. I excerise and try to do what I am supposed to do. Yesterday I found thedailyplate.com and it has helped me to see that I am really eating alot of carbs. I think I am addicited to them. My doctor had told me no more carbs... Just protein and vegetables. But I love carbs.... I also found the 5daypouchtest.com and have started to do that also. I am willing to try anything. I really want to lose 75 more pounds. I too had been on Weight Watchers before my band. I lost 80 pounds and put 40 back on. But not all of it. I wanted to do something before I was 300 pounds again. Well, gotta go the treadmill is calling me...

Down 5 lbs! Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!! NAME ... Start Weight ... Goal ... Current Weight ... To Go Allaboutme ...... 211...... 165 ....... 205 ......... 40 Allison925 ...... 175 ...... 145 ....... 175 ......... 30 Angie4b1g ....... 237.8 .... 205 ....... 237.8 ....... 32.8 Ariel ........... 199 ...... 169 ....... 199 ......... 30 babs0101 ........ 216 ...... 190 ....... 216 ......... 26 Bigbaby ......... 207 ...... 167 ....... 207 ......... 40.0 CQQlgirl ........ 220 ...... 195 ....... 220 ......... 25 Foofy ........... 244 ...... 199 ....... 244 ......... 45 Georgia Girl .... 275 ...... 237 ....... 272 ......... 35 Hazeleyegrl1 .... 233 ...... 200 ....... 225.5 ....... 25.5 Hungryforchange . 225 ...... 190 ....... 225 ......... 35 ivyrose325 ...... 342 ...... 215 ....... 261 ......... 46 Jeni 85 ......... 214.4 .... 184 ....... 214.4 ....... 30.4 Jfran ........... 181 ...... 145 ....... 181. ........ 36 Legster ......... 216 ...... 174 ....... 216 ......... 42 Luluc ........... 166 ...... 135 ....... 166 ......... 31 MamaJava ........ 283 ...... 233 ....... 283 ......... 50 Mamato3 ......... 242 ...... 199 ....... 242 ......... 43 Mary-2b150 ...... 225 ...... 150 ....... 193 ......... 43 Nadean .......... 204.6 .... 160 ....... 204.6 ....... 44.6 Nhanson ......... 226 ...... 196 ....... 226 ......... 30 Rainer .......... 256 ...... 216 ....... 255 ......... 39 Redtulips3 ...... 245 ...... 199 ....... 245 ......... 46 Smithem1 ........ 240.6 .... 190 ....... 240.6 ....... 50.6 Stacy73 ......... 226.4 .... 194 ....... 226.4 ....... 32.4 Starryeyed ...... 280 ...... 199 ....... 237 ......... 38 Suzzzie ......... 297 ...... 243 ....... 294 ......... 51 Wombat712 ....... 152.8 .... 120 ....... 152.8 ....... 32.8 Kristin1031.........256.........199........249............49<!-- google_ad_section_end --><!-- google_ad_section_end --> __________________ <!-- google_ad_section_start(weight=ignore) -->

Is that the crab meat in the cans? Where do you find it? Help!

All Heart: I had surgery on Wednesday, August 29 and went back to work on the following tuesday. My doctor said i could go back on monday but it was labor day and we were off. No problems for me. I guess it depends on what kind of job you have. I had problems getting in and out of bed for awhile. Kinda almost sat up in bed to sleep and my husband put a step on my side. That made it alot easier to get in and out of. I am sure you will do fine. Mary

Yeah, I love Dr. Mike and the program. It has really made a difference in my life. Do you go to the gym in Salisbury? You have done wonderful. I am in the race...... My last fill is great. I am not sure if it is my sweet spot or not. We will see... Yeah, they would come in and unfill you if you called. That's what i love about them. They are in the gym and on the message board everyday. You can talk to them any time. Never met a doctor like that. Working out right beside you... I am so thankful for them. Mary

Hello: My name is Mary. I am from the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Salisbury. I was banded on Aug 29, 2007. I am 44 years old and work for the government. It's going slow for me too. I have lost 28 pounds so far. Our doctor told us not to get on the scale at all. He doesn't want us to be upset over a number. He says its a maraton not a sprint. We have a gym in his office. I go there at least 3 times a week for 1 1/2 hours. I would love to go more but, can't seem to do it. I have 2 kids, a daughter 22, and son 19. I did this for me and thank god my husband was very supportive. I also didn't tell anyone about my surgery. My husband and I were the only ones who knew. I did it on a vacation week, so I wouldn't have to say anything at work. People are starting to ask questions now and they watch everything I put in my mouth. A couple of people have asked if i had "that weight loss surgery". I hate lying but it is none of their business. I say diet and exercise. I love that people notice...... I have had 2 fills and so far so good. This last one is really working for me. I can't eat but maybe a cup of food. It is the head games that get to me. I really want it but can't eat it. I love my band!!!!!!:girl_hug:

I just came back from my first fill. I am such a baby. I am really scared of neddles. ( Like I pass out) I took a xanax before I went just to calm down. He numb it first with lancane and then shot the saline in. He did 3ccs. It was over in like 2 seconds. The only thing that surprised me was that I had to do a leg lift. I am exercised challenged. I guess it makes it easier to find the port. I am on soft foods if I can tolertant them. If not then liquids. He said some people have to do liquids for a couple of days. It depends on your body.... I didn't gain either. I had been eating alot more. I had birthday cake yesterday. Of course, he asked me what I had been eating. I told him the truth. He said No Exceptions until you lose weight....... My birthday is tomorrow but the family came over yesterday. Cake has been thrown out... Can have it in the house. I HAVE BEEN FILLED!!!! Mary

oh my god, you got 6cc in your first fill? Are you able to keep Water down>? That just sounds like alot for your first fill. I am not a Doctor but still. Whoa! My doctor put in 3ccs. He wanted to put 4ccs, but said there was some back pressure.? Have no idea what that is. Good luck to you. Mary

WE are cheering for you! Just think about how many calories you are burning while you are doing those 8 minutes. It really makes a difference. Of course the butt and legs is where I really need to lose weight. So, I just image it falling off when I am on the machine... Haha. I can now do 30 minutes, but it was a struggle. Keep up the good work!!!! Mary:)

I go this morning and I am scared. I am taking a Xanax before I go. I am really afraid of neddles. Plus, the fact that I ate like crap yesterday. My Doctor always asked you what you ate the day before. Of course, I had 2 slices of pizza. So that should send him over the hill. Plus a piece of Birthday cake. Great, huh? I do good the whole month and right before my fill, I screw up. I am drinking my protein drink before I go. This is what I wanted and need to lose weight. So, I need to suck it up and do this thing! But, i am still scared...... Mary:cry

I hated this machine when I started. I would look at the clock and think It's only been 2 minutes. Oh My God! Now I am up to 30 minutes 3-4 times a week at the gym. It really makes me sweat and plus I need something to get my heart rate up. This really does it. I love it now.... Keep at it. This is a marathon, not a sprint. :bandit

I forgot that the Protein shakes should be included in the clear liquids too. You should try to get in 2 per day. I use whey protein and put 2 scoops per 16 ozs of Water or skim milk. Try for 40 grams of protein per shake. You need this for energy for sure.... Mary

okay, let me tell you what my doctor gave to me. Clear liquids: Crystal lite, sugar-free Kool-aid, Propel, diet V8 splash, decaffeinated coffee/tea,V8, tomato juice, low sodium or regular broths, sf Jello, sf popsicles, and sf italian ice. After 2-3 days of clear, progress to thicker, pudding, yougurt, fudgecicles, skim milk,sf hot cocoa and low fat cream Soups and 100% juice with no sugar added in addition to Protein shakes and clear liquids. We are supposed to have 64 ozs of liquids a day. Which can include the Protein Shakes. Now i use my protein shakes with skim milk. But he said after this stage, no more skim milk. Just Water. I hope this helps you. Mary:)

I was so worried that I hadn't went. I had my husband go to the Drug store for meds. Today is Day 4 post-op and I could have pudding and creamy Soups. Needless to say when I had the pudding it went right on down and out. I am going to have Soup later and see what happens. I guess our bodies just have to adjust to the shock of having different foods. I am glad I have someone to talk to about it. Mary

Had surgery on Wednesday. I could go upstairs the same day. Today is the first day i have been downstairs. Gas is the problem!!!! BAD GAS,BAD GAS!!!! Make sure you have GAS-X Strips. Could have showered on second day, but wanted to wait untill today. I had a problem waking up in the hospital. Came home and went right back to sleep. Just walk alot. Trying to get in the Protein shakes. It's been hard. I know it will be worth it, but right now.....Not so much! Mary:confused:

Mary To be Banded on August 29 @ 7:30 am I'm ready!!!!!!:whoo:

My doctor recommends American whey Protein. I get it online at Bodybuilding, weight loss supplements, Protein shakes, fitness supplements, muscle building supplements. I like the Double chocolate. They also have protein bullets. They are liquid Protein in 25grams and 45grams of protein. I am on a liquid diet this week before surgery and have to do 2 protein shakes a day. So, it helps to have something a little different. Alot of people at our support group uses stuff from GNC or Vitamin Shoppes. Good Luck! Mary

My 4th day too. I am using protein shakes. Two a day and the rest clear liquids. This head hunger is the worst. All I can think about is what I can't eat. I had to go food shopping last night for my family and it about killed me. The fastest I have ever shopped! Getting ready to make dinner for them and don't know how I am going to do it. Come on Wednesday! Mary

I am on Day 3. Yesterday I was so sick. Headache and nausera. I was at work last night and thought I was going to die right there. I have a job where I can't go to the bathroom whenever I need to. ( Processing Line.) I have to ask permisson. So I had to cut back on the Water. I really paid for it too. Today is my last day at work before my surgery. I am on vacation next week and surgery on Wednesday. Lord help me make it though. I am on Clear liquids. I actually look forward to me Viactiv chew twice a day! I too had that feeling of losing my best friend-food. I know this is a lifetime commitment I'm making. I just wish my surgery would hurry up and get here. Lord, Help Me! Mary

I am not sure, but how can you not tell your husband? He must be overseas or something? Am I right? If you live with him, how can he not know? For me this is a personal decision. My husband and I know and no one esle. I don't want to hear what they have to say about it. But you do need someone to help you afterwards. My children, I am not telling either. ( they are 21 and 18 ) If something happens, then we will deal with it. It is all about how you look at it. You do what is right for you. It's your body and your life. Mary

Gas X strips that you put on your tongue. That is what everyone is telling me to get. I bought the chewables but i am going to get these too. Mary :hungry: