jrenae

Hello there, I had Dr. Benavides in Dallas, Tx and he had me to do his protein shakes called "Myocel" 2 times a day wih 2 meals a day. For my 2 meals, I ate chicken salad, or baken chicken and green beans (any green veggies). Basically that's it. In the mornings I would have a piece of fruit or 2 hard boiled eggs. It's a lot of healthy foods to choose from, you will just have to remember, no fried, greasy or starchy foods. All else, should be good. Oh yeah, no sodas.

Hello everyone, I just was banded yesterday dec 16. I was unable to sleep at all last night. I had a lot of gas on my stomach and in my back area. I woke up every 30minutes. Is this normal. Also, i havent had the urge to eat anything. I had to make my self eat 1 can of broth yesterday and 1 can so far today. I fill so full. I mean really, really stuffed. I guess that's good in a sense. The pain is bearable, but its very uncomfortable. My husband has been a big help. So anyone thinking about the band, please have some sort of support team. Does anyone have pointers for me for the next few days?

Hey ya'll, I'm recently approved and very excited to have the surgery. This is well overdo. My Doctor is Dr. Richard Benavides in Richardson,Tx. I havent met him yet but I've heard a lot about him.. I dont have a surgery date yet. I'm trying to work out some work scheduling issues first but it will be in November or 1st week of December. I cant wait for the new me!

Hi, I'm in the Dfw area and I've recently been approved by United Healthcare to have the surgery and I've chosen Dr. Benavides as my surgeon. I don't have a date scheduled yet. And I havent met him either. His nurses were great though. Does anyone have any tips for the pre-op diet?

I'm just getting started with the lapband process. i have the jitters too! However I've dont a lot of research and these lapbanders have help me out a lot. The best advise I have, it to know ask the Doctor all the questions you can. " No question is stupid" I wish you luck.

Hello Everyone, I just decided to have the lapband. my bmi is 47 and I am ready to do something about it. I just got married in March, got a new house and a brand new car all this year. So I think I need a new look to go with all the other blessings God has given me this year. I have my 1st appointment with Doctor Richard A. Benavides in Texas on Monday August 29th, and I am excited. From what I hear he and his staff are awesome. I hope so. I'm not nervous because change is good. I need this in my life!!! Other than my weight I am happy with everything in my life. I have no medical issues and having this surgery pray will keep it that way. I'm on my way to being a LOOser!