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My Dr. said to take the pills one at a time on an empty stomach, swallow some water between each one, and take it slow. I have to take a horse pill called niacinamide which is a slow release. After I get my fill I bellieve that I should get the half doses and take 2 pills in place of the one large one. So far Ive had no trouble, thank goodness.

Jack you crack me up! I think you could make money writing shoebox cards. As for the gas, yup and yea protien shakes do make me worse, but I use digestive enzymes and that helps tremendously!

This is really good thinking on our moderators part, Thanks, I learn something new everyday. I hope though that there isn't an awfull lot posted here as none of us wish to have any complications, however Im sure that this thread is needed. Good job!

Im glad you are discovering this about yourself, arent you? I hope all goes well for you, Please keep us posted on your findings, we are always here! Blessings.

You can also fight candida by taking live enteric coated lactobacillus and bifidus, found at the health food stores. The enteric coating allows the capsule to only open in an alkaline environment which is in the latter part of the small intestine. These good biotics sometimes referred to as probiotics excrete enzymes that are hostile to candida, and viruses. There is so much danger by not geting rid opf the ulcer causing bad guys!!, at least candida will not kill you. the candida does require sugar to reproduce so there are cleansing diets that you can go on, no refined carbs, no sugar, no potatoes or rice, chips etc. This combo gives the candida a one two punch. Another thing is that when the candida reacts with sugar, you can actually produce as much as 1 pint of alcohol in your gut causing headachs, lethargy and later on liver produced cholesterol. I would visit a naturpath DR. asap and get on the natural cures for candida and also take the antibiotic the get rid of the stomach bacteria and then be able to get the band. If you noticed that you continually crave sugar, the candida is asking for your cooperation... Dont give it!!!

I liked cream of wheat, Blended Gispacho soup, refried beans with melted cheese, I put a little taco seasoning in the beans to liven them up a bit, Baby food from the jars, some of the stuff is actually ok. Cheddar cheese chewed very well, and Baked squash with a little parmasian cheese salt and pepper, Steamed apples with cinammon and brown sugar from my pressure cooker, steamed carrots, and paul newman oreos with the frosting bumped off and I chewed and chewed and drank milk, and one of my favorites was grahm crackers in milk.

Thank everyone, My DH has to take anitbiotics because fo mvp, I didnt even think to ask my Dr. or my dentest for my sake, I so appreciate the info.

Thanks you guys, I appreciate the info, I think I will keep an eye on the stock, (keep asking questions how long it will be around) and Probably buy a 7 when I need to. I never had a ring size lower than a 6 even when I weighed 140 so a seven sounds safe, and a ring guard would work if I needed another size bigger. Merry Christmas!

Wheetsin that would get me freaky deaky too. Its funny how your vision blurrs when you upchuck. But dont you always feel better when your done? Doesnt everyone? I always say better out than in.

Milk of magnesia was effectlive withou cramps, worked fairly quickly, but ask you DR.

I had a great time today, I was a lot of fun to meet you all, Makes my surgery and the journey even all the more real. Vines I hope you Dr visit went well today! Merry Cristmas to tou all. :Bunny

I felt bad just because I wanted crunch, So I took 2 of newmans own cookies, scraped off the frosting and had four cookies to crunch. I felt like I was being so naughty. In the past I didnt feel bad eating 6 or 8 complete cookies. Its amazing how perspectives change. I was noticing on another post how other people see themselves, and how perspections about that can change so quickly too.

Dear Friends, I want to get a ring for christmas while the stile I like is out there, the only problem is, It cant be sized.. I want to get this for when I get to my goal weight which could be a while from now, could you please post your weight and ring size? Im at 270 and my ring size is a 9. Maybe I can average the results and know what size to buy? This is a wierd question, but I dont want a ring I cant wear. Thanks.

With the flu season still comming to full stride, I would use it as it helps yur immune system and you sont want this to drag on. I too used prednisone for asthma and I only noticed its helpfull effects. Isnt it just water wieght anyway that comes off shortly after you finish your pillpak?

Thanks, I finished the survey too, and I have been rcently banded November so I thilnk Seahawksimms is right about the date thingy. Thanks folks!!

Amen Sister!!

Yo everyone, Ill be there too, this will be nice! And vines I hope finals went well.

Dear Dody, With your experiences any one would be in great distress. I cant imagine so much stress . I hope you continue to feel better and better, give yourself credit for pressing in and taking care of yourself in spite of it all. I am proud of you, your daughter has a great mom, she is learning a lot of life lessons watching you cope and continue. That is very powerfull. Im glad you post here, sometimes I whine over the stupid things that happen in my day and I must admit that you have inspired me to be more thankfull and watch what kind of example Im setting for my kids. Bless you

How very disapointing. I'm sad you had to go through all that.If this happened to me I would be questioning the reality of the whole thing, Its alot of work to get to your point. Are you going to speak to this Dr. and ask him why he was leading you on? I believe that it seems that this door has closed since the insurance co denied your request. I guess that it was meant to be this way and I also believe there is a good reason behind it. I bet you are going to have a real blessing in the future getting a Dr. with experience, Good aftercare and the timing might have a better blessing behind it. Dont loose your hope, you will get what you want and with more and more successes with the lap band I believe that more insurance co will jump on the band wagon. I hope your new company will have different guidelines that will pave the way to a successful experience. Keep us posted, and the new year isnt that far away!

I found a small paperback book called "Changes that Heal". I dont know if you can still find it but it was so easy to read and I saw myself in almost every chapter. and it didnt have any side effects. I think this proves that in my case my depression probably came from my emotions more than chemistry. I had Lexapro way way long time ago, I just couldn't handle the drowseys. It came in waves, like at 4:30 in the afternoon I was toast.

I know you have been given a lot of advice here and they all sound logical, but if you havent had success maybe one more wont harm.. When I met my DH he was a total vegetarian. Not even lactle ovo, and He was loosing his hair and he thought that it was just early male pattern baldness. After living with a real meat eater he couldnt stand it anymore and slowly started eating chicken and then beef. There was no change in his hair untill he began to eat beef and then he started to have baby little shoots that were quite fine. They appeared where the front of his forehead hairline was and they continued to grow in completely. He was very happy! When we talked to his DR. he commented that the beef has certain aminoacids that cannot be acquired through even the carefullest combinations of ohter protiens. I think he called them essential fatty acids or something like that. Anyway he still has that hair 23 yrs later. Do you eat any beef? I just was wondering.

Welcome from the other side of the US, I have a cousin in Billerica! Im in Seattle, the other end of interstate 90. You have found a great place to get support and reassurance. Best wishes!

Hi and welcome, when you get banded we can have a cyber celebration !

Hello! You have found a treasure chest of friends and lots of great info. Welcome aboard!

Beautiful name! Please let your tummy lose its swelling and let it heal, this is the foundational step for success I believe. Happy drinking, Here's to you!